I haven’t posted as much as I would like, mainly because life, travel, editing, and keeping up with everything has been a lot. But I definitely haven’t forgotten about this community, and I want to start bringing more useful cruise updates back in here again.🛳️ Perfect timing too, because in early July I will be back where I belong, on a cruise ship.🛳️ I am heading to the Norwegian Fjords on the newly revamped Liberty of the Seas, and I’m going to use the trip to share as much helpful, real-time content as I can inside this group. I have done the Fjords before, but this will be my first time doing them on Liberty since her revamp, so I am really interested to compare the experience. This is always such a different kind of cruise to a warm-weather sailing. It’s scenic, colder, packing is different, ports are different, and the whole pace of the cruise feels very different from a Caribbean or Med itinerary. While I am onboard, I will share updates on: • What Liberty of the Seas is like after the revamp • What the ship feels like day to day • Food, entertainment, cabins, and onboard tips • Norwegian Fjords port days • What I pack and what I wish I packed • Anything that surprised me • The little practical things that make a cruise easier If you have done the Fjords, what is one thing you think people should know before they go?👇 And if you haven’t, what would you want me to check out while I’m onboard? I will use your questions to guide what I post when I’m on the ship.😊

I found an EXTREMELY low price on a solo cabin on the MSC Grandiosa out of Port Canaveral. Only $386.45 USD for a 7 night cruise. I am now booked on a 7 night trip November 7th through the 14th. Looking forward to a trial run on this cruise line!

I feel like cruise gratuities are becoming one of the biggest talking points in cruising lately, especially as prices continue to creep up across the board.💰 I completely understand why they exist and the role they play for crew. I also think a lot of people, especially first-time cruisers, are shocked when they see how quickly the extra costs add up once gratuities, drinks, Wi-Fi and speciality dining all get added on. Some people prefer prepaying everything upfront so the cruise feels “done” before they board, while others would rather keep that flexibility onboard. One thing newer cruisers should know is that gratuities are often automatically added throughout your holiday, whether that is daily service charges or extra gratuities added onto drinks and speciality dining onboard, so it is always worth factoring that into your budget before you travel. Very interested where everyone sits on it now. Do gratuities bother you, or do you just see them as part of cruising at this point?😊👇

The guide brought you here, this is where it goes deeper. We have built out a full Working Remotely classroom inside this community. It covers everything the guide introduced: gear, connectivity, routines, which ships work best, time zones, where to actually sit and work, all of it, based on real experience across multiple cruises all over the world. 👉 Head to the Classroom tab and look for: “Working Remotely From Cruise Ships, The Complete Guide” If you have got a question the guide or classroom doesn’t answer, post it below. Someone here has probably already figured it out.

We are now one week into our 15 night transatlantic on Odyssey of the Seas, and I thought I would share a few honest takeaways that you don’t fully understand until you’re actually onboard. We have done transatlantic cruises before, so none of this surprised us, but it’s very different when you are living it day to day. The biggest one is the pace. There is no pressure at all. No port days breaking things up, no alarms, no rushing around trying to fit everything in. You properly slow down, and you actually get time to enjoy the ship rather than just using it as a base between destinations. The second thing is how much the weather impacts your experience. The first few days we had 17ft waves, outside decks closed, pools drained, and everything moved indoors. When that happens, the ship does feel busier in certain areas, especially if people are trying to work or find space to sit. It’s something people don’t always think about. On that note, if you are planning to work remotely onboard, finding sockets can be a bit of a challenge when everyone is inside. We have been absolutely fine because we brought a portable charger, but it’s definitely something I’d recommend bringing. What I have enjoyed most though is the routine. We have fallen into a really nice rhythm with work, gym, food, and then relaxing in the afternoons. It just feels easy, and you don’t feel rushed at all. The crowd onboard feels different as well. It is a lot more chilled, people aren’t in a rush to get anywhere, and the whole atmosphere reflects that slower pace. For us, this is exactly why we love transatlantic cruises. It’s not about ticking things off, it’s about enjoying the time onboard. That said, I still wouldn’t recommend it to everyone. If you like constant sunshine, busy days, and lots of ports, this probably isn’t the cruise for you.😅 But if you want to slow down and actually enjoy the ship, it’s one of the best ways to cruise. I have asked this before I think but we have lots new members… what do you prefer? Busy port days or sea days?!🛳️🌊