You would think bringing a set of walkie talkies sounds old fashion in this era of smartphones and free Wi-Fi. However, most cruise ships are still not providing free Wi-Fi onboard. You’ll have to pay a fee to get connected. Even if you pay, you’ll get slow and inconsistent internet. As for phone signal, there’s none at sea. If there is, you may ... [Read more]
Ever heard of repositioning cruises? Cruise lines like Norwegian Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean and Princess Cruises’ Caribbean cruise season usually end before summer begins. That’s when the cruise ships are sent to Europe- in late April or early May. In late autumn when the weather gets a little cooler these ships begin their voyage back to the ... [Read more]
For some families, the right ingredients for a summer vacation consist of beautiful beaches, lots of sunshine, great food and water sports. What if you could venture out and go for a different type of summer vacation this year? While the United States is experiencing the summer heat, South American countries are entering into winter season. Here are ... [Read more]
St. Maarten is one of the most popular ports of call in the Caribbean. No other destination has become more synonymous to cruising than St. Maarten. This little island consists of two countries, The French St. Martin and The Dutch St. Maarten. This 37-square mile island is only 1,219 miles from Miami, which is almost the same distance from New York ... [Read more]
Do you have a solution for your winter blues? How about heading to one of the best Caribbean resorts for winter break? The Caribbean is “home” to sandy beaches, luxurious resorts and never ending summer days and evening entertainment. But not all vacation spots are created equal. Not all are catered exclusively for couples or families. While you may ... [Read more]