UVenture Travel

08/11/2026

We're starting in 30 minutes! 🍿

Come hang out with us at the Travel Table.

8 PM EDT 🚢

👉🏾https://www.youtube.com/live/2ytIP2C35PQ?si=dIUlAuc89Cu-RkOB

08/10/2026

Tomorrow night! 🎙️

We're starting something new:

Travel Talk Tuesday

A monthly conversation about travel decisions, lessons learned, and the stories behind the trips we take.

First episode:

"Do You Need a Reason to Take a Vacation?"

Join us Tuesday at 8 PM EST!
https://www.youtube.com/live/2ytIP2C35PQ?si=Y_zM30B9x_fCb_Y1

08/04/2026

We have something new coming to UVenture Travel! ✈️

After sharing travel videos for a while, we realized some of our favorite conversations happen when we're simply sitting around talking about trips, decisions, lessons learned, and the moments that make travel meaningful.

So we're starting something new:

🎙️ Travel Talk Tuesday

A monthly travel conversation where we pull up a chair and talk about the stories behind the journeys we take.

Our first episode:

**Do You Need a Reason to Take a Vacation?**

We'll be sharing why we decided to say YES to another Virgin Voyages cruise and what we're hoping to experience differently this time.

Join us **Tuesday, August 11 at 8 PM EST** — or catch the replay afterward.

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Question:

**Are you someone who plans trips years ahead, or do you love a spontaneous adventure?**

08/03/2026

🚢 New Video!

One of the biggest cruise planning decisions happens before you even step onboard...

👉 Where should you stay before your cruise from Tampa?

In our latest video, we're taking you inside the Tampa Marriott Water Street and sharing why staying downtown can help you:
✅ Reduce embarkation day stress
✅ Skip the rental car
✅ Explore Tampa before your cruise
✅ Start your vacation earlier

We also share our MAXed Out Travel philosophy and why we almost always recommend arriving before embarkation day.

🎥 Watch here:
https://youtu.be/jNzHXGDS6PQ?si=bKdQ_DW1gjYIUk82

Have you stayed in Tampa before a cruise? We'd love to hear your recommendations!

07/30/2026

🚢 New Video is LIVE!

If Belize is on your cruise itinerary and you're traveling with a parent, grandparent, or anyone who uses a wheelchair or mobility scooter, this is one port you'll want to plan ahead for.

Belize is a tender port, which means getting ashore is a little different than most Caribbean ports. Before our cruise, we had so many questions:

♿ Would Robyn's mom be able to get off the ship safely?
🚤 How does the tender process work?
🌴 Could we find an excursion that fit her mobility needs?
⏰ Would we have enough time to get back before all aboard?

In our newest video, we share:
✅ How the tender process worked
✅ Our experience with an accessible Belize food tour
✅ What our family thought of the Belize cave tubing excursion
✅ Tips for booking excursions
✅ The importance of ship time vs. local time
✅ The biggest lessons we'd do differently next time

If you've ever cruised to Belize City, we'd love to hear about your experience!

🎥 Watch here:
🔗 https://youtu.be/ATs1r11XWDg?si=6gCU_UL8oAZtDOm1

💬 Have you visited Belize on a cruise? What was your favorite excursion?

07/22/2026

One of our favorite cruise memories! 🌴

This photo was taken during an amazing island tour we booked through Viator in St. Kitts. It was a great way to experience more of the island, and we'd absolutely recommend adding an excursion like this to your trip.

If you're planning a cruise or vacation, Viator is currently running an exclusive promotion:

🎉 Save 10% (up to $25) on bookings under $500
🎉 Save $50 when you spend $500 or more

Use promo code: JULY2550

⏰ Offer ends July 31 at 11:59 PM ET.

If you're still looking for things to do in your cruise ports or destination, check out our recommended tours here:
👉 https://www.viator.com/?pid=P00002990&uid=U00232654&mcid=58086¤cy=USD

Promo Code: GETAWAY15

Have you been to St. Kitts? If so, what was your favorite thing to do there? We'd love to hear your recommendations! 🌎

07/19/2026

🚢 Cruising with a parent, grandparent, or loved one with limited mobility? This one is for you.

One of the biggest questions families have is: *“Can we still enjoy cruise excursions if someone uses a wheelchair, walker, or mobility scooter?”*

On our Carnival Paradise cruise, we explored Cozumel with my mom and booked a private accessible excursion with a lift-equipped van. It ended up being one of our favorite experiences of the entire trip because everyone in our family was able to enjoy the day in their own way. ❤️

In our newest video, we share:
✅ How accessible Cozumel was with a mobility scooter
✅ What worked well (and what was challenging)
✅ Why a private excursion made such a difference
✅ Tips we learned traveling as a multi-generational family

Watch the full video here:
👉 https://youtu.be/YCEGOt3IYGk

And if you’ve traveled with someone who has mobility challenges, we’d love to hear your experience. What destinations or excursions worked well for your family?

We’re building a community of travelers who want to *travel smarter, experience more, and create unforgettable memories together.* 🌎

This video was made with Clipchamp

07/10/2026

📍Azores Islands, Portugal

07/10/2026

Some of the best meals come from local spots, not chain restaurants. Ask around, you’ll often find hidden gems and great family-run places.

What’s the best restaurant you’ve discovered while traveling?