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Belize

August 10, 2019 By Dana Vento 22 Comments

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I may receive a commission if you purchase something mentioned in this post. See more details here. How many times might I be fortunate enough to say that I traveled for a day to the country of Belize?  We were on a recent cruise and this was one of our stops in the Western Caribbean. Our ...

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Well Packed Shore Excursion Bag For Cruisers

May 10, 2019 By Dana Vento 81 Comments

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You are cruising for your vacation and now you have committed to getting off the Cruise Ship and heading out onto dry land, how will you spend your day? Will you be shopping or touring or going on an adventure? Will you be headed to a Zipline? Cave Tubing or maybe even snorkeling? ...

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Best Of Cruising

November 12, 2017 By Dana Vento 31 Comments

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I love a good cruise, and I absolutely crave incredible culinary experiences, allergen-friendly dining, family time and well appointed rooms.   Some out there are not as finicky, but when I arrive to the high seas I need to relax and enjoy my time.  Relaxation comes from private, well-maintained ...

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Best Cruising Tips From Teenagers For Teenagers

October 24, 2017 By Kallie Vento 93 Comments

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My kids are not just 'kids' anymore they are teens, small humans about to take on the world.  Each teenager has created a list of where they want to return to, where they don't care if we ever return to and what travel was 'lit' as they call it.   ...

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Family Lodging Options Near The Lakes & Shores Of Erie

September 13, 2017 By Dana Vento 23 Comments

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Are you ever just overwhelmed when it comes to planning travel? First, you have to decide where you are going, how many people are traveling with you and then you start making accommodations.  Sometimes I think accommodations for lodging are the hardest thing to retain successfully and your sanity!  ...

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