Travel
Cruising
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My Next Big Solo Adventure: 45 Day Transatlantic Cruise
There are still a number of things on my travel bucket list, and one of the biggest items has always been a transatlantic cruise. Well, the price was right, and I just couldn’t say no to the opportunity. What started as a one-way transatlantic cruise I was waffling back and forth on because I was…
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Drinking on a Budget on Carnival: Cruising without the Cheers! Package
We usually get Drinks on Us! in the casino now with our casino offers, but the first time we cruised, I went 11 days without a drink package — and still managed to get drunk most nights quite affordably. I did a lot of research before I left to figure out exactly how to spend…
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Cucina del Capitano Review, The Best Restaurant on the Mardi Gras
One of the greatest things about the Mardi Gras is the number of dining options. Many of them are included in your base cruise fare, but there are also several premium dining options. One of these premium options is Cucina del Capitano, which we fell in love with early on. We ate there at least…
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Tipping on a Carnival Cruise: The Ultimate Guide
Tipping on a Carnival cruise is a big part of the experience, and it is one of the few areas I suggest everyone budget a bit of money for. Carnival’s crew members work long hours and long contracts. They are far from home and often mistreated by guests (adults and kids alike). There are multiple…
