Out A Here Travel

09/06/2026

Labor Day Weekend ! I am enjoying the Apple Cup 🏉🍎 Football game University of Washington Husky’s vs Washington State Cougars! Go Husky’s! Also, salmon on the BBQ! Cheers everyone !

09/06/2026

You'll arrive by sea, ascend Norway’s longest gondola, and walk across the top of the stunning Romsdalsfjord—a UNESCO World Heritage Site that showcases the country’s dramatic natural beauty from every angle.

09/06/2026

Three years ago this week we lost a great poet, songwriter, entertainer who shared music the still effect us - Jimmy Buffett. I am sharing how Jimmy impacted my life in this remeberance. Key West is keeping the party going with the “Just a few Friends’ event. With a cold Landshark. Ans a little gratitude. Here’s to Jimmy Buffett.

09/06/2026

Your biggest, boldest weekend ever launches from Florida onboard Utopia, Wonder and Oasis of the Seas. Escape to Royal Caribbean and party it up under the sun with your choice of pools, waterslides, and momentous meals.

So, grab your crew, contact me at [email protected], and celebrate the weekend 😎

09/05/2026

😎 Set sail from sunny Fort Lauderdale and embark on a week of memories to the Eastern & Western Caribbean aboard Freedom of the Seas! 🌴 Feel the nice sea breeze, dive into endless onboard activities, and discover why it truly is the complete escape!

09/04/2026

For travelers looking for gluten-free or vegan options, there's plenty to choose from on board. Here are a few dishes that may appear during a voyage — including S.A.L.T. selections that vary by itinerary.

Explore dining on board →
https://inspires.to/experiences/salt-sea-and-land-taste-d7zp7

09/04/2026

You can see more than you think!

How Many National Parks Can You See In A Week? Utah's Mighty Five, a California loop, or a Rocky Mountain run can each fit into a single week of travel.

09/04/2026

09/03/2026

Here's the question I get asked more than almost any other.

"We want to go to Alaska. How much is this actually going to cost us?"

And here's what most travel websites tell you:

"An Alaska vacation can cost anywhere from $3,000 to $15,000."

That's not an answer. That's a range so wide it's useless.

Tonight I'm giving you something different.

Real numbers. Specific costs. The honest budget for three of the most popular destinations I plan — broken down line by line so you know exactly what you're looking at before you book anything.

� Alaska land tour — 10 nights, 2 people. What flights really cost. What lodging actually runs. The hidden expenses nobody puts in the brochure. And the cost-per-day number that changes how the whole trip feels.

� Florida Keys — 7 nights, 2 people. Why restaurant prices in the Keys run 20-30% higher than mainland Florida. What a fishing charter actually costs. And why late April might give you the same experience as January at a fraction of the price.

� Alaska Inside Passage Cruise + Seattle pre-cruise — 10 nights, 2 people. The shore excursion markup the cruise lines don't advertise. Why booking shore excursions independently saves hundreds of dollars. And why the best Alaska cruise cabins are booked in January — not April.

Plus: the one financial planning question I ask every client that makes the budget conversation completely different.

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I'm Kevin O'Connor with Out A Here Travel.

I spent 40 years in banking and financial planning — including years as a licensed investment advisor. I lived in Alaska for 12 years. I've visited the Florida Keys over 20 times. I know what these trips actually cost because I've planned dozens of them and lived in these destinations myself.

I give honest numbers. Not ranges. Not "it depends." Real costs for real trips — so you can make a real decision.

� Join us live and drop your destination in the comments.

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09/03/2026

There’s nothing quite like a sunset at sea! 🌅
For those who’ve sailed with Celebrity Cruises, where’s your favorite spot to catch that breathtaking view? Let’s celebrate the magic of those stunning moments together!

Comment below or reach out to me to start planning your next sunset adventure!