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Don’t Judge a Book by its Cover

January 28, 2014 by Karen Dawkins 13 Comments

We’ve all heard it… Perhaps we’re guilty of doing it a time or two, but… really… You can’t judge a book by its cover!   I confess I am guilty of judging Carnival Cruise Lines…. And I apologize! Save $53on a Disney World 4-Day Park Hopper! Hop through all 4 parks. I had heard the […]

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5 More First Time Cruise Tips

November 12, 2013 by Karen Dawkins 21 Comments

As a seasoned cruise traveler, I know what to expect on the cruise experience. Regardless of cruise line or destination, ships run much the same way. On my last trip, celebrating my mom’s 70th birthday, we met several first time cruisers who didn’t know what to expect. Save $53on a Disney World 4-Day Park Hopper! […]

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How to CRUISE for FREE!

October 17, 2013 by Karen Dawkins 18 Comments

My phone beeps… another text. “We need to go on vacation together. SOON!” I laugh. I get this message a lot. A year ago nobody invited me on vacation. My travel secrets were safely tucked away in my brain… only my family knew we traveled well. On a tiny budget! Now, I get invited to […]

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Cruise or All Inclusive: Which is best?

February 28, 2013 by Karen Dawkins 14 Comments

Even though I love to cruise, I know some people prefer life on land. For some, the risk of motion sickness is just not worth the cost of attempting a cruise. Others fear being out on the water with no land in sight. I cannot imagine missing out on such vast beauty. Still others are afraid […]

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5 Money Saving Cruise Tips

February 27, 2013 by Karen Dawkins 5 Comments

Monday, we shared advice for first time cruisers. Some have asked if cruise vacations are worth the investment. From my personal experience, I say, “YES!” Not having to plan the itinerary, decide where to eat, or schedule childcare is priceless. Using these 5 money saving cruise tips, your cruise can be an even better value. […]

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5 First Time Cruise Tips

February 25, 2013 by Karen Dawkins 14 Comments

These 5 first time cruise tips come to you courtesy of Holly Woodard, a travel agent with CruiseOne. For a fabulous cruise vacation, use these 5 tips! 5 First Time Cruise Tips 1. Use a professional travel agent to book your cruise. A professional agent understands the pros/cons of each cruise line, itineraries and amenities […]

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Budget Family Cruise

September 21, 2012 by Karen Dawkins 18 Comments

A recent post, Choose the Best Cruise for Kids, led readers to ask if a budget family cruise is possible. The short answer is yes! To plan a budget family cruise, consider these factors, provided by guest author, Eve Harrington. Budget Family Cruise Cruises, whether taken as a couple, alone or with the family, seem to maintain […]

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Cruising: Worth the investment?

May 23, 2012 by Karen Dawkins 12 Comments

Cruising Royal Caribbean When comparing the cost of a cruise to other vacation options, people question whether cruising is worth the investment. Answering the question is actually a bit complicated. It goes back to the questions of where you want to go and what you want to do. The traveler wanting to relax and unwind […]

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An avid traveler, I enjoy discovering new places: history, culture, and adventure. I love it all! Well, not bugs. I don’t like bugs very much, so I probably won’t visit a bug museum.

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