WC and I celebrated our 2nd anniversary by spending four days in Grand Cayman, the largest of the Cayman Islands. If you regularly follow our blog, you know I typically like to pack A LOT into our travel itineraries, so it will probably surprise you that I arrived in Grand […]
Tag: Caribbean
Wild Flamingos! And Other Reasons to Visit Curaçao
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? […]
10 Things to Know About Grand Cayman
Grand Cayman is one of the most beautiful Caribbean islands we’ve visited. It also has a lot to offer: unique landscapes, a wide variety of activities, top-notch restaurants, and so much more. After spending multiple days exploring the island, we wanted to share the top things to know about Grand […]
Get Fit and Stay Cruising
We love cruising, but even just a few days on the ship can definitely screw up even the best pre-vacation workout plan (think all-you-can eat buffets and lots of piña coladas). But, don’t worry! With a plan, you CAN stay in shape once you set sail. Below are our best tips […]
Cruising to Nassau: How to Spend a Day
If you’re heading on a cruise from Florida, chances are high you’ll make a stop in Nassau, Bahamas. To be honest, it’s not everyone’s favorite port. It can be crowded due to the high number of cruise ships there. Some visitors also believe the vendors at the port can be […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
One Day in Curaçao – Road Trip Guide
We visited Curaçao with my grandparents in December 2017 while on a cruise to the Panama Canal. Curaçao an amazingly beautiful country and one we could have spent days exploring! However, since we visited while on a cruise, we only had about 8 hours to see as much as possible. […]