Could you do it? Packing for a week long (or more) cruise in only a carry-on suitcase might seem impossible, but I’m here to remind you it is not! I recently got back from an 8 day cruise (with 3 days spent in Miami) with only my backpack and carry-on rolling suitcase and people were […]
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Packing Light: My Toiletry Kit
A short road trip with a good friend and late night wine fueled girls cruise planning prompted me to share not only packing light in general (you know I never check a bag) but more specifically, my toiletry kit. It’s small, packed with ALL the necessities, fits ridiculously well in between shoes in a carry-on […]
How I Maximize Relaxation & Fun on Cruise Sea Days
I’ve mentioned many, many, many times that I’m the most happy on a cruise ship. One of the things I look forward to the most are sea days. Sea days are free from schedules and responsibilities, and rather than thinking I’m “stuck” on the ship, I embrace the solitude of the open sea and nowhere […]
These Are a Few of My Favorite Western Caribbean Cruise Things (Part 2: Belize, Honduras, Grand Cayman, Jamaica)
As I plan and prepare for four cruises this year, I want to share my past port experiences by region, in this case the Western Caribbean. I’ve been on nearly a dozen cruises worldwide, most of which cruised out of Galveston, Texas (living in Houston, this is extremely convenient for me). Most seven day cruises […]
These Are a Few of My Favorite Western Caribbean Cruise Things (Part 1: Cozumel & Progreso, Mexico)
As I plan and prepare for four cruises this year, I want to share my past port experiences by region, in this case the Western Caribbean. I’ve been on nearly a dozen cruises worldwide, most of which cruised out of Galveston, Texas (living in Houston, this is extremely convenient for me). Every single cruise out […]
Cruise Packing Lists: Backpack & Rolling Suitcase Packing Checklists
I cruise about twice a year (this year it’ll be four cruises!). I can’t tell you how many times I’ve seen people pull into the port and unload carts full of bags for cruises. That’s too much stuff! I don’t even check bags. Ever. Yep, I can travel to Europe for two weeks with just a […]
My Cruise Kit: The Practical & the Ridiculous
I travel a lot, and I cruise as much as vacation days will allow. Even though I pack light and efficiently, there are a few items I have to make room for when I cruise. Some items are considered common sense necessities, some are considered cruise/stateroom hacks, and some are just plain ridiculous (but so […]
Little Black Trench Coat: My SCOTTeVEST Travel Staple
Much like that little black dress that every woman has in her closet, which can be dressed up or dressed down depending on accessories and setting, my little black trench coat is just as versatile. I travel A LOT and prefer to not carry a purse abroad. So when I was looking for something that […]
Carry-On Wine Corkscrew: A Travel Necessity
Those who spend any time with me know that I always have a corkscrew on me (emergency wine drinking, duh). And because I got tired of buying a corkscrew whenever I got to my destination when traveling, I now always pack a special TSA-compliant corkscrew that doesn’t need to be checked and won’t be confiscated […]