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Noumea Without a Tour

A sandy beach with palm trees, people swimming and walking along the shore, and parked cars in the background under a cloudy sky.

I originally wrote this as a Facebook post, but so many people commented saying how …

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P&O Pacific Adventure Cruise Review

Cruise ship docked at a sunny harbor, with Sydney Harbour Bridge in the background and people walking along the waterfront.

I debated whether to bother doing a cruise review since P&O won’t exist as of …

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Sailing On A Budget: How To Get The Luxury Experience For Less

Two men and two women sitting on the deck of a boat toasting with champagne flutes full of a blue drink while sailing on a budget

Would you like to go sailing on a budget? I’ve got you covered… Free-flowing sails …

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Best Hotels near Sydney Cruise Terminal

The front half of the Holland America Line cruise ship Maasdam berthed in Circular Quay with the Sydney Opera House in the background

Are you looking for a hotel near Sydney Cruise Terminal? I’ve got you covered! If …

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Princess vs Holland America

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I’ve just spent a few days on my first Princess cruise ship and can’t help …

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Santiago to Buenos Aires via Antarctica

The wake behind a cruise ship sailing from Santiago to Buenos Aires. The skies are cloudy with green hills on either side of the waterway

It’s the cruise destination we all aspire to – Antarctica – and one I’ve been …

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Things to Consider Before an Antarctic Cruise

Looking along the side of an Antarctic cruise ship. The white continent can be seen in the distance.

Are you considering a trip to Antarctica? Based on my experience, here are some of …

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Cruising to Antarctica with Holland America Line

A large cruise ship is docked near colorful shipping containers. In the foreground, a decorative welcome sign in multiple languages is displayed, resembling a large wheel.

Choosing to do a cruise to Antarctica is a big deal. There are lots of …

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Travel Diaries – Alaskan Cruise

Side view of a large cruise ship named "ventura" with multiple decks and lifeboats.

I’ve never done a cruise before. I’ve always hesitated when considering one because every other …

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