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It’s always a thrill for me to share my thoughts about cruising on Channel 4 in Jacksonville. I love giving super-secret tips, cruise deals and ways to stay healthy at sea. This interview however was different than any other! Lauren and I began the interview and about a minute into …

As I’ve mentioned in previous posts on #TheCruiseGenius, over the last year I have fallen in love with all-inclusive resorts. While I still love to cruise, the Grand Palladium Resort in Riviera Maya (near Playa del Carmen) has changed my life! Unfortunately, news reports of people getting sick, or dying …

While the cruise is not a full-ship charter, this Elvis tribute cruise will be a hunk a hunk of a lotta fun! Click on the link below for even more details! https://www.wideopencountry.com/cruising-with-the-king-2020-cruise/

We’ve all seen it, deck chair hogs. You know the type, people who wake up at the crack of dawn to save prime deck chairs. They leave hats, towels, the latest Tom Clancy book and other items on deck chairs, then head to breakfast down in the dining room. Hours …

I can’t tell you how many times that potential cruise clients will ask me, “If I get a bunch of people to cruise with me, can I go for free?” I’m here to show you how you can cruise for free, well, almost for free! Nothing beats a cruise vacation, …

Many of us have been on many cruises, but all of us remember that first time! I wanted to share 5 cruise tips for first time cruisers that Costco, online discount travel sellers and your Uncle Joe who’s sailed around the world 100 times won’t tell you!   1. Bring …

News reports are stating that an Indiana toddler is dead after falling from the 11thfloor of a cruise ship docked in San Juan, Puerto Rico, according to local news outlet Primera Hora. The 18-month-old girl was vacationing with her family on Royal Caribbean’s “Freedom of the Seas” when the tragedy occurred. …

John Heald, Carnival’s Brand Ambassador and Senior Cruise Director is currently onboard the Carnival Vista. At approximately 9:45 p.m. on Tuesday, July 2nd, he posted the following on his Facebook wall I can’t imagine being on a cruise ship and experiencing a power outage. I’m certain the Captain and crew …

For many years, I branded myself as “scottlara1961” on social media. A few months ago, a friend of mine said that I should call myself, “TheCruiseGenius”. I’m glad I took his advice! Check out my recent interview on WJXT, Channel 4 here in Jacksonville. I talk about cruise insurance, shore …

I always talk about hurricane season from a cruise perspective, but today I’m inspired to share about preparing now for hurricane season from a homeowners point of view. Did you know that Lowe’s gives all veterans a 10% discount? Home Depot gives only certain vets discounts, so to avoid any …