Just returned from a quick 3 night cruise on Royal Caribbean’s Mariner of the Seas. I booked this ship so I could check out the new “Amplified!” options. The itinerary was one I had done many times before so this trip was all about the ship. We arrived at Port of Miami at about 10:30am. … Continue reading Mariner of the Seas…Amplified!
Châteaux, Rivers & Wine. This is the theme of my first ever river cruise. This came about because my mother really wanted to do this cruise and I was lucky enough to be able to tag along. First the details: This was on Viking River cruises, starting in Bordeaux cruising to Cadillac, Libourne, Bourg & … Continue reading My First River Cruise Experience – Getting There and Paris
So after that AMAZING Chef’s Table dinner, it was time to leave the Freedom and begin our trip home. The trick here is to get your bags packed and out in the hall while remembering not to pack whatever clothes you want to wear the next morning. I will tell you this doesn’t always happen … Continue reading Freedom in the Med…Back in Barcelona
Our last full day on the boat. Never a day I look forward to. This is the day you have to pack and put debark luggage tags on your bags, set them out in the hall, and hope you remembered to save at least one outfit to wear in the morning (don’t laugh…I’ve worn jammies … Continue reading Freedom in the Med…The Chef’s Table
Our next stop is Rome. I had booked a private tour with Italy Tour Sharing again. And just as in Florence, they were right on time ready to go when we got off the ship. And of course, as the saying goes, “All roads lead to Rome.” What they don’t mention, is that all of … Continue reading Freedom in the Med…All Roads Lead to Rome
Soccer Mom Travels 