The final port call on this 8-day Southern Caribbean cruise, commonly called an "ABC Cruise" because of the islands it calls on, is Curaçao. If you've been following along, the other ports were Aruba and Bonaire - the A and B part of the nickname. When it comes to these…
Tony Randall, best known for his role as Oscar Madison in the hit television series The Odd Couple, played the lead role as famed detective Hercule Poirot in the 1965 movie, The Alphabet Murders. Throughout the film, Poirot investigates a series of murders committed in alphabetical order by the victim's…
Day 4 of this 8-day Southern Caribbean cruise on the Carnival Celebration saw us visit the first of the "ABC Islands," Aruba - known as "One Happy Island." We arrived a little before 8 am and docked in the capital city of Oranjestad. The first thing you notice is the…
I'm currently sailing an 8-day Southern Caribbean Cruise on the Carnival Celebration, which checks off all three routes the newest ship in the Carnival fleet takes out of its home port, PortMiami. Since I have pretty extensively reviewed the ship during my previous two cruises, this trip I'll be posting…
The midnight buffet – a storied tradition once synonymous with the cruise experience. This grand spread of gastronomic delights lit up late-night imaginations, reflecting the opulence and decadence of the high seas. But as time passed, these glorious feasts started to lose their sparkle, fading into the backdrop of changing…
Just off a 7-day Eastern Caribbean Cruise on the Carnival Celebration, I'm back onboard for an 8-day Southern Caribbean run out of PortMiami. The Celebration sails three itineraries - Eastern, Western, and this Southern one which is only offered a few times a year - in fact, for 2023, there…
There’s a certain kind of allure to cruising during hurricane season that’s simply impossible to resist for many cruisers. The period from June to November, known as the Atlantic hurricane season, presents opportunities for some spectacular deals, (somewhat) less crowded ships, and unique travel experiences. However, as with any adventure,…
When embarking on a cruise, most people look forward to the thrill of exploration and the opportunity to discover various destinations. But what if you're like me and prefer to spend the occasional port day onboard instead of joining an excursion or exploring on your own? Fear not, here are…
Embarking on a cruise is not just about the journey across the open seas, it's also about the destinations that await. One of the unique experiences many cruise lines offer is a stop at their private island, where the line's services are blended with the natural beauty and tranquility of…
Once considered the hallmark of any maritime adventure, the tradition of formal, or elegant, nights on cruises has withstood the test of time, adapting and molding itself to the ever-changing preferences of guests. Today, along with a plethora of onboard activities, gourmet dining experiences, and awe-inspiring ocean views, formal nights…
