Overtourism is a huge problem at many locations throughout the world. It’s gotten so bad that some cities in Japan, Spain, Amsterdam, and Venice, among others, have either begun or …
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The Virgin Voyages App Stinks – Here’s How to Make it Stink Less
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegMy husband and I are big fans of Virgin Voyages. The food is better than that of any other cruise line we’ve been on, we love the sophisticated-but-cheeky atmosphere, and …
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Man Won Free Cruise, Then Got $47K Medical Bill After Catching The Flu Onboard
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegIt’s been a bad cold & flu season. Add RSV, Covid and a plethora of other viruses in there, and you see a whole lot of people getting sick this …
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Every time you hear about cruising, it’s most likely mentioned how popular it is in comparison to years past. Case in point, AAA projected that 19 million Americans are expected …
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In late January, JetBlue became the first airline to accept Venmo as payment for their flights. “We’re continually looking for ways to make it easier to book a JetBlue flight …
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Cruise Line Quietly Bans Bluetooth Speakers in Industry First
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegPeople who go on a cruise tend to have different reasons for seeking out that sort of vacation. But for many, the lure of rest and relaxation is a strong …
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In the past, we’ve written about why airplanes are painted white, why their doors are outlined with a different color, and the significance of the colors of a plane’s jet …
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Passengers Claim Cruise Workers Dressed Up Like The Ku Klux Klan
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegEach cruise line has its share of little things employees do to make passengers’ vacations more fun. Disney Cruise Line has, of course, Disney characters for photo ops and meet …
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Virgin Voyages Sweetening the Pot, Adding Stays at Necker Island as Option
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegEver since its launch a few years ago, Virgin Voyages has strived to be different. And they’ve certainly gone where other cruise lines haven’t. They don’t allow anyone under age …
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What Compensation Are You Entitled To If Your Cruise Changes Your Itinerary?
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegWhen I was on my most recent Virgin Voyages cruise, our itinerary got switched around. It was originally supposed to be a sea day, followed by the Dominican Republic, another …