Linda Jones

Planning Your First Cruise? These 7 Decisions Matter Most

One of the most common questions I hear from first-time cruisers is, “Where do I even start?” There are so […]

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Planning an Alaska Cruise? Here’s What I’d Do Differently

When I booked my first Alaska cruise, I spent hours researching every detail. I wanted the perfect cabin, the right

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First Princess Cruise? 7 Costly Mistakes to Avoid Before You Sail

Planning your first Princess cruise is exciting—but it can also feel a little overwhelming. Between choosing dining options, figuring out

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What’s Actually Worth Paying For on a Princess Cruise? (And What You Can Skip)

Planning a Princess Cruise can feel surprisingly overwhelming once you start adding everything up. Princess Plus. Princess Premier. Specialty dining.

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13 Hidden Oahu Experiences Most Tourists Miss

When most people start planning a trip to Oahu, they quickly find the same attractions recommended over and over again.

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11 Hidden Big Island Experiences Most Tourists Miss

When planning a trip to Hawaii’s Big Island, it’s incredibly easy to keep seeing the same recommendations over and over

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First Mediterranean Cruise? 11 Things I Wish I Knew Before Sailing Europe

Planning a Mediterranean cruise sounds dreamy in theory. Italy. Spain. France. Greece. Gorgeous coastal cities. Amazing food. Bucket-list experiences. But

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10 Hidden Kauai Experiences Most Tourists Miss

Kauai is one of those places where it’s incredibly easy to fall into the same itinerary as everyone else. Search

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First Princess Cruise? What You Need to Know Before You Go

Planning your first Princess cruise? You’re probably wondering what’s actually included, whether the Plus or Premier package is worth it,

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11 Essential Tips for Your First Mexican Riviera Cruise

If you’re planning your first Mexican Riviera cruise, first of all — great choice. After four cruises to the Mexican

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How to Choose the Right Cruise for Your First Cruise Vacation

There are dozens of cruise lines, ships, itineraries, cabin types, drink packages, dining options, and excursion choices — and everyone

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Is It More Expensive To Book Flights With a Travel Agent?

Budgeting for a trip can be far trickier than it initially seems. In addition to hotels, rental cars, food, souvenirs, and event tickets, there’s also transportation to consider. And if you’re hoping to lower your overall vacation costs, your airline tickets are a great place to start.

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