I was recently invited to attend a 5 day travel agent event at the beautiful TRS Coral hotel in Costa Mujeres, México (30 minutes north of Cancun). Words can’t describe the level of service and attention to detail that I enjoyed during the stay. Omar, my #butler How many times …
Read More »First impression of TRS Coral
My first impression of the TRS Coral all-inclusive resort boils down to one word: amazing! From the minute you arrive at TRS Coral, you know that you’ve stepped into a true luxury experience. The entire staff beginning with the men taking your bags out of the vehicle and beyond, you …
Read More »Staying healthy during your vacation
It’s hard enough to stay healthy at home, but when you travel/go on vacation, it’s even more difficult to keep yourself in peak condition! Staying healthy during your vacation is critical. Germs Airplanes, airports and cruise ships can be an incubator for disease! Recirculated air, people coughing and suspect food …
Read More »Cruise passenger in wheelchair rescued.
The minute that you think all news is bad news, you learn of a story that touches your heart. FoxNews.com is reporting, “A Carnival cruise passenger in a wheelchair fell off a dock in St. Thomas was rescued by two local men who are now being hailed as heroes by …
Read More »Cruise passenger hit with fine for marijuana vape
In some areas in the country, including Florida, medical marijuana and vaping has become very popular. Unfortunately, a cruise passenger, (who has chosen to remain anonymous), debarking the Jacksonville-Florida based Carnival Ecstasy recently was hit with a huge fine for carrying his marijuana vape off the ship. In 2018, 21 states considered bills …
Read More »Book Cruising with the King before it’s sold out!
True, Cruising with the King isn’t a full ship charter, but you will be able to experience an amazing Elvis tribute show plus more! Click on the link below for even more details! https://www.wideopencountry.com/cruising-with-the-king-2020-cruise/
Read More »Carnival announces upcoming cruises with John Heald
Anyone who is a fan of Carnival cruise line knows the name John Heald. He holds the titles of Brand Ambassador and Senior Cruise Director for Carnival cruise line. With a unique British sense of humor and a heart as big as Texas, John answers thousands of questions and requests …
Read More »Name a beer for Virgin Voyages
Virgin Voyages is announcing the following exciting news, “In celebration of International Beer Day, Virgin Voyages, the new lifestyle brand from Richard Branson that is shaking up the travel industry, announced today that the company will serve up a signature craft beer, an English Pale Ale with a hint of red, …
Read More »The Cruise Genius on WJXT Channel 4
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 …
Read More »Cyclosporiasis intestinal illness harming tourists
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 …
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