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Trip reports, honest reviews, and points & miles news from around the world — written after actually staying, sailing, and flying.
Ovation of the Seas Review: My 3-Night Sailing from Los Angeles
An honest Ovation of the Seas review from my sailing out of LA: North Star, iFly, SeaPlex, virtual-balcony cabins, dining, the 2026 Amplification, and Alaska itineraries.
Radiance of the Seas Review: The Glass Ship Built for Scenery
A full Radiance of the Seas review: the glass-walled Radiance-class ship built for Alaska, dining including Samba Grill, bars, best cabins, deck plan, embarkation, and 2026 itineraries.
Allure of the Seas Review: What I Found On Board, and What Changed After the Amplification
My Allure of the Seas review from sailing her before the $100M 2025 amplification, plus everything that changed after: new slides, dining, deck plan, and best cabins.
Disney Dream Review: What You Need To Know Before You Sail
My Disney Dream review: rotational dining, Remy and Palo, the AquaDuck, the District, best staterooms and deck plan, plus Castaway Cay and Lookout Cay cabanas.
Oasis of the Seas Review: What You Need To Know Before You Sail
My Oasis of the Seas review after sailing the original Oasis-class ship: the 2019 amplification, dining, bars, shows, the deck plan and best cabins, and how to save.
Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point Guide | Disney's Newest Private Destination
A full Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point guide: what's free vs paid at Disney's newest Bahamas destination on Eleuthera, the beaches, cabanas, food, excursions, and vs Castaway Cay.
Virgin Voyages Scarlet Lady Review: The Adults-Only Cruise Done Right
A full Scarlet Lady review for 2026: Virgin Voyages' adults-only ship from Miami, what's included, the dining, the cabins, the Bimini Beach Club, the vibe, and how to book this grown-up cruise for less.
Symphony of the Seas Review: Tips, Best Cabins, and How To Save
My Symphony of the Seas review and tips: the unlimited dining deal, the deck plan and best cabins, Perfect Day at CocoCay, Starlink Wi-Fi, and the drink package math.
Wonder of the Seas Review: The Best Ship From Royal Caribbean?
My Wonder of the Seas review after a 7-night sailing: how to save on dining, drinks, and excursions, the best cabins, the deck plan, and the new Suite Neighborhood.
Hyatt Vacation Club Sedona Review: What to Know
My Hyatt Residence Club Sedona Piñon Pointe review: the rooms, the hilly layout, points value at 12k a night, the vacation club quirks, and the best things to do in Sedona.
Brilliance of the Seas Review: A Bright, Relaxed Royal Caribbean Ship
A full Brilliance of the Seas review: the glass-walled Radiance-class ship, the dining, best cabins, deck plan, and her 2026 Mediterranean itineraries.
The Global Ambassador Review: Phoenix's Newest Luxury Hotel
A full review of The Global Ambassador in Phoenix: Sam Fox's 141-room Arcadia hotel, the rooms, the Augustinus Bader spa, Thea rooftop, the pool, rates, and how to book it with perks.
Norwegian Joy Review: My 2-Night Sailing from Miami
An honest Norwegian Joy review from my 2-night sailing to Great Stirrup Cay: the go-karts, the Waterfront, the nickel-and-diming, dining, cabins, and is it worth it?
Celebrity Reflection Review: My 3-Night Cruise from Fort Lauderdale
My Celebrity Reflection review from a 3-night Fort Lauderdale sailing to Key West and Bimini: the dining package, my inside cabin, the deck plan, and the ports.
Disney Magic Review: Our 3-Night Sailing from Fort Lauderdale
An honest Disney Magic review from my 3-night sailing to Lookout Cay and Nassau: our stateroom, the food, the shows, Palo, and how the oldest Disney ship holds up.
Utopia of the Seas Review: What To Know Before You Sail
Utopia of the Seas review and full tour. Royal Caribbean's newest Oasis-class giant runs 3- and 4-night cruises from Port Canaveral. What to know before you sail.
Seminole Hard Rock Review: A Full Tour of the Guitar Hotel
My Hard Rock Hollywood, Florida review: inside the Guitar Hotel, the pools, Council Oak and the dining, the casino, and why it's a great pre-cruise hotel.
Perfect Day at CocoCay Guide: The Best Way To Spend Your Day
A complete Perfect Day at CocoCay guide. What's free, whether Thrill Waterpark is worth it, Hideaway Beach, Coco Beach Club, and tips for a perfect day.
What To Know Before Sailing on the Disney Wish
Disney Wish review and full ship tour: the AquaMouse, Worlds of Marvel dining, Hyperspace Lounge, stateroom tips, and how to save on the fare.
Celebration Key, Bahamas: My Honest Guide to Carnival’s New Destination
My honest Celebration Key Bahamas guide. What's free at Carnival's Grand Bahama destination, real cabana and Pearl Cove prices, food tips, and the lagoons.