As someone who’s never set foot on a Disney property, I’ll admit that when my husband and I began discussing the two main contenders for our next getaway – the land of The Mouse or a Carnival Sunshine family cruise – I felt excitement bubble up at what I was
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Was it so long ago we were waving “Bon Voyage” from a cruise ship departing its port onto the open waters of the sea for adventures that await? Will we see those days again? Finally, after more than a year of cruise ships patiently waiting for the opportunity to welcome
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Rain spattered my cheeks, a warm wind gently wafted and the sound of distant barking and braying of sea lions could be heard. 6:45 yoga on the top deck welcomed many of us to the Sea of Cortes. The instructor introduced herself and said “we stop for nature so if
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Cruising can be a fantastic family vacation. It is a great way to visit multiple destinations from the comfort of a 5-star floating hotel. The cruise experience itself, however, can require some navigating. Hidden costs, seasickness and long elevator queues can make for an unsatisfying experience. My family embarked on
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Cruise vacations have come a long way since the days of retired seniors’ trips. Now cruise lines are looking for new ways to add “the coolest experience at sea” to be able to stand out from the rest of the pack. Families who are looking for a different vacation experience
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Imagine being able to wake up in a new destination each day and exploring your surroundings in a different city or country for a week. Unpack your belongings once and discover new adventures each day. Cruising the open seas offers a different type of vacation experience and can be a
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Every family wants to take at least one memorable trip together, you know when the kids are old enough to appreciate it and while mom and dad can still keep up with their young, energetic counterparts. But where to begin? What to choose? Why not a cruise? There are plenty
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I bumped into Captain Hook on the way to dinner one evening, just after my girls and I chatted with Peter Pan on the staircase. So I wasn’t at all surprised to get a hug from Goofy as he emerged from the elevator. There’s something magical about Disney that affects
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Luxury cruising and family vacation don’t always go together, but when it comes to the Kids Sail Free on Crystal Cruises promotion, they come together in a big way! On summer itineraries sailing between Vancouver and Anchorage, Alaska, children under 17 will have free fares on a third berth when two adult
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Twenty minutes into lunch at Lumiere’s, the French inspired Beauty and the Beast restaurant aboard the Disney Magic, I settle into the pleasant hum of friends, food, and good conversation, pleasantly surprised to find myself totally relaxed on this 11-deck cruise ship. I think that’s part of the magic. When
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