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What I wish I did differently on my first NCL cruise

Now that its been about two weeks since I retuned from my first sailing with Norwegian Cruise Line, I’ve been thinking a lot about my experience. There are some things that I think we did just right, while other things I wish we had done differently on our cruise.

Top 10 things to do in Mazatlan

Located on the Sea of Cortez, Mazatlan is a popular cruise stop on many cruises to the Mexican Riviera. The Spanish settled in the area in 1531, leaving a strong mark on the regional food, culture and architecture.

Well known for the city’s iconic cliff divers, it is described as a colonial beach city. Nicknamed the Pearl of the Pacific, with warm weather throughout the year, it has a semi-arid climate which makes it ideal for outdoor activities.

Guide and tips to Norwegian Cruise Line’s The Haven

For the ultimate luxurious experience aboard Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) vessels prospective passengers should consider booking accommodations in Norwegian exclusive, The Haven.

NCL advertises The Haven as an exclusive enclave "that has a number of white glove amenities along with 24-hour butler service and personal service of a concierge."

What happened to Nickelodeon cruises?

Have you ever wondered what exactly happened to Nickelodeon cruises onboard Norwegian Cruise Line? 

Cruise lines are constantly evolving to offer the absolute best onboard experiences possible. While some onboard offerings are smash-hits, others don’t always stand the test of time. 

NCL Nick Cruise

How I make my cruise ship cabin feel more like home

Forget about seasickness - these days, I am probably more likely to feel homesick when I cruise.

Ask anyone who cruises or travels a lot and you will probably hear the same response. There’s truly no place like home and being on the road (or sea) after a while can certainly make me miss the comforts of home.

While I absolutely love cruising and traveling, sometimes it’s hard for me to leave my pups and husband behind. I love our home and the life we have together, even when it means going on an amazing cruise - which I absolutely love too!

How to visit Norwegian Cruise Line's Great Stirrup Cay on zero dollars

Guests visiting Great Stirrup Cay can enjoy a private island paradise completely complimentary with the price of their cruise!

What is the cheapest cruise line?

Looking for a great deal on a cruise or want to stretch your budget as far as possible? Figuring out what is cheapest cruise line is not always a straight forward task.

Whether you want a quick weekend cruise or a mid-winter week long break to the Caribbean, there are some great savings to be found among the major cruise lines, offering serious bang for your buck.

We spent some time looking at cruise lines, along with a wide variety of itineraries, in search of the cheapest prices out there.  

10 Things I learned on my first NCL cruise

I just got back from my first cruise with Norwegian Cruise Line, and my first cruise in almost 10 years.

I was excited to experience what it would be like sailing with a new-to-me cruise line. This was also my first time on a cruise sailing as an adult, and planning my own trip. I had a lot of learning to do, and I am excited to share some of my experiences.

I sailed on Norwegian's new Prima cruise ship to see everything new you can do

The latest and greatest big cruise ship hit the water in the last week of August when Norwegian Prima made its much-anticipated debut. This 20-deck-high, 3,100-passenger ship is the first of six planned for Norwegian Cruise Line in its new Prima Class of vessels.

I tried the new Carnival testing procedure and here's how it went

Traveling in the post-pandemic world has involved constantly navigating COVID-19 requirements for vaccination, testing and masking. As someone who loves to travel, the hassle of jumping through these hoops is definitely worth it - even as protocols seemingly change all the time. 

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