Trip Planning

If you’re planning your next cruise and wondering why everyone keeps talking about ducks, you’re in for a treat! Cruising ducks are a fun and quirky tradition where passengers hide rubber ducks around the ship for fellow cruisers to find. It’s an easy way to spread some happiness and create memories during your trip. And

Embarking on your first cruise can be thrilling yet overwhelming, especially when planning a family vacation. Royal Caribbean is a fantastic choice for families, offering a wide range of activities and amenities designed to keep everyone entertained. To help you navigate your first Royal Caribbean adventure like a pro, we’ve compiled a list of essential

It’s the Spirit Airlines of the cruising world. The Walmart of the Seas. Or is it? Carnival Cruise Line has gained a reputation for being the cheap, no-frills, “booze cruise” for people who want to party. But is there truth to that? Are Carnival Cruises trashy? We sailed Disney, Royal Caribbean, and Carnival in the

When it comes to summer adventures, having the right footwear is essential, especially for kids who love to play in the water. As an airline family (and parents of kids that love to climb everything), durability is key. Our on-the-go lifestyle has led to an extensive search for the best kids’ water shoes. No matter

If you’re an airline employee or know someone who is, you may be eligible for industry discounts on on hotels, all-inclusive resorts, flights, and cruises. ID90 is one of our favorite travel sites to help you get the most of your travel benefits. It’s very easy to use and the extensive discounts make it the

As an airline employee, it’s a personal goal to find as many ridiculous travel challenges as possible. The latest: stay at three different Las Vegas hotels in three days. Of course, it helps when they are part of the American Express Fine Hotels & Resorts program. Now if you’re looking for the best Amex FHR

If you’re considering a family vacation, a Disney Cruise may be on the short list. But is it worth the investment? Should you wait until the kids are older? We asked ourselves the same questions. And then one day we decided to jump. We took a Disney Cruise when our kids were 3-years-old and 6-years-old.

Taking a family vacation during the school year can be a great way to bond and create lasting memories. However, it can also mean your child misses valuable classroom time. Before you make a decision, we’ve got some pros and cons of letting the kids miss school for a vacation. As children of educators, we