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Hobbiton Excursion from Auckland
Australia & Oceania

Hobbit tour from Auckland: Is it worth visiting?

Updated on December 23, 2025December 23, 2025

I recently cruised around New Zealand aboard Celebrity Edge, with one of our port stops bringing us to Auckland, the country’s largest city. My husband …

Allie Hubers during Shore Excursion Group tour in New Zealand
Cruise Reviews

Shore Excursions Group Review: My honest opinion after trying multiple tours

Updated on December 13, 2025December 12, 2025

Even after more than 50 cruises, I still prefer booking shore excursions to explore new countries and ports of call. While I typically stick with …

Centurion Lounge entrance with an image of the Amex Platinum card superimposed over the image
Travel Tips

Is it crazy to pay $895 per year for a travel credit card? Here’s why I’m keeping the Amex Platinum in my wallet in 2026

Updated on December 9, 2025December 9, 2025

Would you pay $895 annually for a travel credit card? The idea might seem crazy, but as a frequent traveler, I think it’s worth it. …

Allie and Sydney look out onto the ocean during Semester at Sea
Cruise Reviews

Semester at Sea cost: Is it worth $45,000?

Updated on December 5, 2025December 5, 2025

If you’ve been researching study-abroad programs, chances are you’ve seen the price tag and wondered: “How much is Semester at Sea, and is it really …

Allie Hubers standing in a tender boat while in Iceland
Europe

What to pack for an Iceland cruise: Outfit guide and packing list

Updated on May 29, 2026November 30, 2025

Packing for an Iceland cruise can feel a little overwhelming, especially because the weather shifts constantly. Even in summer, Iceland is typically cold, rainy, and …

Anthem of the Seas near the Sydney Opera House
Australia & Oceania

Cruise port guide: How to spend one day in Sydney

Updated on November 28, 2025November 28, 2025

Sydney, Australia, is one of the world’s best cruise ports, with breathtaking landmarks, famous beaches, great food, and easy transportation. Within the last year, I’ve traveled from …

Away Luggage Bigger Carry Ons in Pink
Travel Tips

Away Luggage: Promo codes, $40 off discounts, and coupons to use (2026)

Updated on August 13, 2026October 4, 2025

I’ll admit it, Away Luggage is not cheap. But after years of travel, including over 50 cruises, I can confidently say it’s been one of …

Jackson Hole Airport with a United Airlines plane
United States

The Jackson Hole, Wyoming airport is a travel destination in itself

Updated on October 3, 2025October 3, 2025

I recently flew into Jackson Hole, Wyoming, for the first time – and it blew me away! We were starting our descent into the airport, …

American Express and Visa cards
Travel Tips

Amex Platinum vs Chase Sapphire: This refresh won, the other flopped

Updated on October 5, 2025October 2, 2025

The Chase Sapphire Reserve and the Amex Platinum are two of the most popular cards for travelers, and both recently announced substantial annual fee increases. …

Ed Sheeran concert in Tenerife, Canary Islands
Travel Tips

I traveled 12,000 miles to see Ed Sheeran in Tenerife. It was frivolous, but totally worth it

Updated on September 6, 2025September 2, 2025

Last summer, my husband and I embarked on one of our most impulsive adventures yet: a whirlwind trip to the Canary Islands to see Ed …

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