So Many Roads

09/05/2026

Here she is in all her glory!! 🚢🇺🇸✨

She underwent a $100 million renovation in 2025 and is said to be beautiful in her all American patriotic decor!!

Looking forward to seeing if Guy's Burgers is worth all the hype. It is hard to impress me with cruise food, but I hear from many that Guys Burgers and the Blue Iguana are simply fantastic. We will see. 🍔

Another rumored hidden gem are the "secret decks", said to have the best views.

This is a sold out ship, so I am curious to see how things flow. I have been on sold out ships that never felt crowded and ships half full fighting for lounge chairs and tables.

And then there’s the casino…🎰They say Carnival unlocks the best Casino offers, lets see if my magic number will get me one!!

09/04/2026

Science: Travel resets cortisol levels, it’s good for your brain health! Take the trip!!

Going on an exciting adventure is a great way to stay active and see the world. But it can also keep your brain sharp. Here’s how.

09/04/2026

09/03/2026

🍸We chose no drink package for this sailing. At $331 per person (15 drink max), I am thinking we will take our chances drinking ala carte. Carnival does allow you to bring on one bottle of w**e or ch*****ne per person in the cabin as well as a 12 pack of water and/or soda if you wish, which we plan to do. I am sure we will have a few cocktails in the lounge, but not likely $662 worth. With some cruise lines the drink package is true value, with some....you may want to do the math before you splurge. 7 days to go!!

09/02/2026

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09/02/2026

🥽Planning how to spend the day in Cozumel. I voted for the submarine, but ultimately the reefs won. Cozumel's coral reefs are part of the Mesoamerican Reef, the second-largest barrier reef system in the world. 🪸 They never get old.

🐠We will be snorkeling Palancar Reef & Colombia Reef: known for dramatic deep walls, towering coral formations, and clear water as well as El Cielo (Spanish for "Heaven" or "Sky") which is a protected sandbar famous for its shallow, crystal-clear turquoise waters and a sandy bottom , home to hundreds of cushion sea stars. We found a local outfit that will take us to all 3 on a speedboat. We should have time to wander a bit and do some shopping too which also, never gets old. 👜

09/01/2026

08/31/2026

🚢 **10 DAYS AND COUNTING UNTIL MY NEXT CRUISE!!** 🚢

This one is going to be full of *firsts* for me!

✨ My first short cruise- 4 days with only one port
✨ My first time on the **Carnival Valor**
✨ The first time Eric and I have ever cruised by ourselves❤️
✨AND - the first time with no drink package

With the Carnival Valor coming to **Mobile year-round starting in May 2027**, I’m heading out to get ALL the 411 with a quick 4 day getaway to see what this ship is all about.

It has been over a decade since I have sailed Carnival and I am pretty excited to see if I can validate or dispute the reputation of these short Carnival "Booze" cruises …which I personally think is overrated. They are:

The cruises your mother warned you about.
The ones where you’re supposedly guaranteed to witness a fight, some questionable decisions, and at least one person making memories they may or may not remember, but the rest of the ship does. 😂🍹

No mater what, a couple of sea days and a day of snorkeling in Cozumel sure beats sitting on the couch watching TV or working any day!

Stay tuned and we will decide if the Carnival Valor out of Mobile is worth booking!

08/30/2026

I spent a large part of the weekend Completing an Alaska Certified Expert Class from A.C.E. as well as refreshing my Princess and HAL Alaska Expert Status and I am ready to go back!!!!!

The 2026 shoulder season is upon us and there are still some last minute deals out there if you're dreaming of glaciers, wildlife and nature! Start planning now for 2027 and 2028 itineraries. Message me here or send me an inquiry, website link below. Lets get it booked!!

Turn the volume up: From the thunder of calving glaciers to the call of the wild, hear the heartbeat of Alaska with Princess Cruises.

08/30/2026

First Friday night lights of the season for our Soundwave Band!! Nothing makes me happier than watching these kids have fun!!