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Is Celebrity Cruises' "The Retreat" worth it? We see this question asked often online and hear it when we're aboard Celebrity Cruises ships. The...

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We're excited to announce that we're (cautiously) looking forward to our longest trip yet. Starting in November (acknowledging world events may...

Postcard Jar Friends Cruise – Alaska 2024

Come sail away with us on our second annual Postcard Jar Friends Cruise! We would love for you to join us (Steve and Ann) along with other friends...

50+ things to do on sea days on your next cruise vacation

Worried there won't be things to do on sea days when you cruise? Well, stop it. Stop it right now. We've taken 18 cruises so far, most with...

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This honest review of our Holland America Line Nieuw Statendam seven-night Eastern Caribbean cruise will help you decide if this ship and itinerary...

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