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I missed my cruise ship (part 1): 12 planning lessons learned

After more than 30 cruises where I embarked with hours to spare, I joined the “I missed my ship” club earlier this year in Fort Lauderdale thanks to 6+ hours of delays in Toronto. It was a stressful experience but…
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How to contact your cruise line during a flight delay

Most North American cruise lines have a travel hotline if you’re delayed while en route to a cruise. It’s usually separate from the general customer service line with better hours and can communicate with the ship. I called the Princess…
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Does bigger mean better with the casino on Majestic Princess?

Majestic Princess has a much larger casino than most Royal-class Princess ships but is it better? Join me for a full tour of the casino and my take on the slot machines after an 8-day Alaska cruise in May. Related…
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10 tips for Vancouver cruisers visiting Capilano Suspension Bridge Park

Capilano Suspension Bridge Park is a must-see experience and a short shuttle ride from the port of Vancouver. Walk along a 400-foot-long suspension bridge, experience the lush rainforest from the treetops and stroll along a gravity-defying platform that’s cantilevered off…
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8 tips you need to know if you’re cruising out of Vancouver

Getting to the Vancouver port from the airport is a breeze. But getting through the terminal and on to your cruise ship can be a miserable 3+ hour experience. Here are 8 tips to help you save time and grief…
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Not so Majestic cruise to Alaska

Stunning views and relaxing venues didn’t quite make up for a nightmare 4-hour embarkation, long lineups and a missed glacier stop. Join me as I explore the highs and many lows of my cruise to Alaska on Majestic Princess out…
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Daily programs on Majestic Princess

Here are the daily programs from my Alaska cruise on Majestic Princess in May 2023. Majestic was not at is best on this cruise (you can find my review of the cruise here). I cruised Alaska on Ruby Princess in…


