Honestly, who really needs to be convinced of a Caribbean vacation? I know we don’t! But if you’re trying to decide why you should specifically visit the Dutch island of Curaçao, here are just a few reasons that will have you packing your bags: Wild Flamingos… need we say more?…Continue reading Wild Flamingos! And Other Reasons to Visit Curaçao
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Pros and Cons to Cruising
The first vacation we ever took together was a cruise to the Bahamas. Since then, we’ve cruised to many Caribbean islands, into the Panama Canal, and around Alaska. Before booking, you should check out these pros and cons to cruising to see if it’s right for you! Pros to Cruising…Continue reading Pros and Cons to Cruising
Our Panama Canal Cruise Experience
If you follow our blog, you already know we love cruising. So, of course, we jumped at the chance to take a Panama Canal cruise over the Christmas holiday last year! We weren’t sure what to expect on the Panama Canal day, but it turned out to be a fun,…Continue reading Our Panama Canal Cruise Experience
Exploring Curaçao’s Shete Boka National Park
We have cruised to a lot of destinations, but so far Curaçao has been one of our favorite stops! We rented a car and drove around the island, including a visit to Shete Boka National Park. Booking.com Driving to Shete Boka National Park Once we retrieved our rental car from…Continue reading Exploring Curaçao’s Shete Boka National Park
Exploring Limón, Costa Rica’s Cruise Port
Of all the cruise ports we’ve visited in years of cruising, Limón, Costa Rica was one of the most unique! It’s not because of beautiful beaches or hip bars, like some Caribbean cruise ports. What we liked best was simply wandering through the nearby park, spotting some unique wildlife, and…Continue reading Exploring Limón, Costa Rica’s Cruise Port
How to Get a Passport Stamp When Cruising
Fellow cruisers are often very surprised when we mention getting a passport stamp while in port. Many travelers don’t even realize it’s an option, but YES you can get your passport stamped at many cruise ports! While most cruise ports don’t actually require you to USE your passport, you are supposed…Continue reading How to Get a Passport Stamp When Cruising