

Ship Spotlight: Royal Caribbean’s Allure of the Seas
Who wouldn’t love spending their vacation relaxing on a cruise shop and soaking up the sun? Royal Caribbean’s ship Allure of the Seas is the most decorated ship in the Royal Caribbean fleet. It has won more awards than any other ship in the world! It won best Entertainment 2017 by Cruise Critic Cruiser’s Choice Awards. Allure of the Seas is a very big cruise ship from the Oasis fleet measuring at 1,187 feet in length. It has 2,706 staterooms ranging in size from 149 square fe


Cruise Spotlight: RCI Alcohol Policy
Photo Credit: Royal Caribbean Blog RCI Alcohol Policy and Drink Packages Two of the main questions that I get asked after booking a cruise for my clients are: Can I bring alcohol onto the ship? AND Does the ship have a drink package? Let’s look a Royal Caribbean Cruise Line and their alcohol policy. When boarding a Royal Caribbean cruise ship, you can carry on 2 bottles of wine or champagne (no larger than 750 ml) per stateroom. You may NOT carryon any beer, liquor, or non-al


Hurricane Irma: Complete list of Cruise line cancellations / delays
Cruise lines with ships operating out of Florida have begun canceling and delaying upcoming voyages as Hurricane Irma approaches the state. Here, a full list of sailings out of Florida through Monday with their current status. CLICK THIS IMAGE FOR LATEST UPDATE Thursday, Sept. 7
Carnival Liberty (Port Canaveral). Canceled.
Carnival Paradise (Tampa). Will depart as scheduled; Havana call under evaluation.
Carnival Sensation (Miami). Will depart as scheduled; Key West cal


Cruise Line Spotlight: Royal Caribbean International "Oasis Class"
Royal Caribbean has some amazing cruise ships to choose from and today I'm going to tell you little more about the Oasis Class ships that they have in their fleet: Harmony of the Seas Oasis of the Seas Symphony of the Seas Allure of the Seas Photo Credit: Royal Caribbean International These are some of the largest and best cruising ships in the world with many exciting features on board for you and your family to enjoy. This would be a great cruise vacation choice for your fa


Travel Toodles and Tidbits
Around the Parks Disney Springs announced this week that they will be adding five new restaurants. Opening late 2017: Wine Bar George- Master Sommelier George Miliotes will have over 100 types of wine either by the bottle or the glass, cheese pairings, shareable plates, and charcuterie. Industrial Gothic- themed to a 1920's electric company will have live entertainment including aerialists, contortionists, and cabaret. It will also feature classic American food and craft coc


Travel Toodles and Tidbits
Around the Parks Pandora-The World of Avatar will have interactive plants. This looks absolutely amazing and I can't wait to check it out. This is one video I highly recommend checking out! Pandora-The World of Avatar opens on May 27, 2017. Photo Credit: DisneyParks.com Disney Princess Half Marathon Vacation Packages are now available for booking. There is limited availability of for these race packages which include race registration so do not delay in booking. Here are


Travel Toodles and Tidbits
Around the Parks New details have been released about Disney California Adventure's new ride Guardian of the Galaxy-Mission: Breakout!. The ride is replacing Tower of Terror and will have 6 different breakout experiences during the randomized drop cycle. The ride will also be accompanied by the movies soundtrack including the following songs: “Hit Me With Your Best Shot” by Pat Benatar (1980) “Give Up The Funk” by Parliament (1975) “Born To Be Wild” by Steppenwolf (1968) “I


Travel Toodles and Tidbits
Around the Parks The International Flower and Garden Festival is still going strong and there's still time to make a quick trip to view the flowers. Photo Credit: Disneyparks.com Disney's Main Street Electrical Parade will extend it's run at Disneyland until August 20, 2017. The Main Street Electrical Parade returned to Disneyland in January 2017 after spending the last 6 years at Magic Kingdom at the Walt Disney World Resort. The Blue Angels from the United States Navy perf


Travel Toodles and Tidbits
Around the Parks The co-hosts of The View have been celebrating their 20th Anniversary at Walt Disney World this week. Check out this great video of them: On March 16-19, 2017 Raglan Road Irish Pub and Restaurant at Disney Springs will celebrate St. Patrick's Day in style! If you'll be at the parks during this time make sure you stop by to celebrate at the The Mighty St. Patrick’s Festival. There will be a full line up of amazing entertainment including: Byrne Brothers, Ha


Travel Toodles and Tidbits
Around the Parks Miss Adventure Falls will open on Mar 12, 2017. The all new family-style raft ride is located at Disney's Typhoon Lagoon. Will you brave the falls with your family? Photo Credit: Disney.com Disney's Wilderness Lodge is opening an all new section of Disney Vacation Villas: Copper Creek Villas and Cabins. The one-,two, and three- bedroom villas will be available to book after Disney Vacation Members have had a chance. The new section of rooms includes 26 l