Nassau is the capital of The Bahamas group of islands and part of the British Commonwealth. Its year round steady daytime temperature and proximity to Florida - just 185 miles southeast of Miami - make Nassau a popular port of call. Nassau is located on New Providence Island and is connected by bridge to Paradise Island - home to Atlantis Resort. Primary Language … [Read more...]
Shore Excursions – Cruise Line vs. DIY Independent Port Excursions
One of the best reasons to cruise is that you get to visit several different destinations in one trip. Port days are one of my family’s favorite things about cruising. We get to learn about different cultures, sample new-to-us cuisines and experience unique activities that we'd never be able to do at home. Planning what to do while you’re in port is one of the more … [Read more...]
Hyatt Regency Orlando Airport – Pre & Post Cruise Stays & Day Use Rooms [HOTEL REVIEW]
Families cruising out of Port Canaveral have plenty of options when it comes to accommodations before and after a cruise. They can stay close to the cruise port, close to the theme parks in Orlando or near Orlando International Airport (MCO). Hotel area airports are normally not my family’s first choice (too far from popular attractions) but it sometimes makes sense when … [Read more...]
Vancouver, British Columbia with Kids [CRUISE PORT GUIDE]
Ranked as one of the most beautiful and livable cities in the world, Vancouver welcomes approximately 900,000 cruise passengers in a year. Vancouver experiences all four seasons with mild winters and summers thanks to the mountains that protect the city from cold Arctic air and the Pacific Ocean that keeps temperatures from getting too extreme. Vancouver, however, is a … [Read more...]
Which Cruise Itinerary is Best for Your Family? Eastern vs Western vs Southern Caribbean Cruises
You've finally made the decision to treat yourself to a glorious Caribbean cruise but which itinerary is the best for your family? Caribbean cruises can range from 3 to 10 days - sometimes more depending on the cruise line. It can be overwhelming picking one - especially if you're a first-time cruiser. To make it easy for you, we're going to look at each region … [Read more...]