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Shore Excursion: Enjoying the Bob Marley Bus Adventure

July 23, 2018 | Jackie Sheckler Finch

             

 

By Jackie Sheckler Finch

Bob Marley said his music “will go on forever.”

His music is indeed still popular and almost four decades after his death, the reggae superstar is a popular draw for cruise visitors to Ocho Rios. Read more...

‘Pearl of Miami’ to be new Norwegian cruise terminal in 2019

July 16, 2018 | Jackie Sheckler Finch

By Jackie Sheckler Finch

Beginning and ending a fantastic cruise in a yucky cruise terminal can take the glow off a memorable journey. But the folks at Norwegian Cruise Line have come up with a beautiful way to help solve that problem. Read more...

Carnival’s Warm Chocolate Melting Cake

July 9, 2018 | Jackie Sheckler Finch

By Jackie Sheckler Finch

Memorable cruise moments often involve food, particularly spectacular desserts. One of my favorite ways to end a great cruise meal is with anything chocolate.

Carnival Cruise Lines, in particular, has a delicious Warm Chocolate Melting Cake. When it is listed on the menu, that is always my choice, especially if it is served with a scoop of ice cream. Read more...

Princess Cruises and “The Love Boat” cast honored on Hollywood Walk of Fame

July 2, 2018 | Jackie Sheckler Finch

By Jackie Sheckler Finch

Jan Swartz, President of Princess Cruises, standing center, and xx from left, attends the ceremony honoring Princess Cruises and the original cast of “The Love Boat” with a honorary star plaque at the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Thursday, May 10, 2018 in Los Angeles. (Photo by Casey Rodgers/Invision for Princess Cruises/AP Images)

Back in May of 1977, a new TV show premiered that was set aboard a cruise ship. Called “The Love Boat,” the series featured stories of romance, hijinks and adventure on the high seas.

It also made viewers think this cruising travel looks like a great deal of fun. Why not enjoy it themselves, viewers thought? Before long, Princess Cruise became a household name as the setting and, some say, the star of the show. Read more...

Shore Excursion: Louisiana museum honors three cousins who became world famous

June 25, 2018 | Jackie Sheckler Finch

By Jackie Sheckler Finch

Three little boys growing up in small town Louisiana showed early musical talents.

But the three cousins probably had no idea that their names would one day be known worldwide.

The three youngsters from Ferriday were Jerry Lee Lewis, Jimmy Swaggart and Mickey Gilley – sometimes known as the Killer, the Preacher and the Cowboy. Read more...

Meeting my River Butler on the American Duchess

June 18, 2018 | Jackie Sheckler Finch

                         

 

By Jackie Sheckler Finch

His name is W. Gerard Williams. He is my River Butler and he seems to be everywhere.

When I checked into my Loft Suite aboard the American Duchess, Gerard was there to show me the cabin’s light switches, in-room safe, mini-fridge stocked with complimentary water and sodas, Keurig coffee maker with eight one-cup coffee pods, TV controls, two telephones (one upstairs and one downstairs), balcony door lock, thermostat and other grand features of my amazing stateroom. Read more...

Shore Excursion: Winter’s Tale – dolphin survives overwhelming odds, inspires visitors

June 11, 2018 | Jackie Sheckler Finch

By Jackie Sheckler Finch

Only two months old, Winter the dolphin was dying after getting tangled in crab trap line near Cape Canaveral in December 2005. A fisherman found her, cut the line and called a rescue team.

Winter

Transported to Clearwater Marine Aquarium, Winter overcame overwhelming odds and lived. But she lost her tail. Read more...

Carnival’s ‘Rare Finds’ on dining room menu offers chance to try unusual food

June 4, 2018 | Jackie Sheckler Finch

Carnival’s ‘Rare Finds’ on dining room menu offers chance to try unusual food

By Jackie Sheckler Finch

Ever have a yearning to try an unusual dish but not sure you want to waste your money and appetite if it turns out you don’t like it? Well, Carnival Cruise Lines has a deal for you. Read more...

Cruise Destination Trivia: Identify the grave

June 1, 2018 | Jackie Sheckler Finch

Cruise Destination Trivia: Identify the grave

By Jackie Sheckler Finch

Photo by Jackie Sheckler Finch

Recognize this pyramid-looking grave? Know where it is located? It is huge and seems quite out of place in this historic cemetery. I was told that locals don’t much care for it, thinking it too grand and ostentatious. Read more...

Carnival Sensation Seaday Brunch offers leisurely way to start the day

May 30, 2018 | Jackie Sheckler Finch

Ah, sea day! A chance to sleep in, stroll around the ship, check on fun activities and enjoy a leisurely brunch in Fantasy Dining Room.

I’m not much of a buffet fan so I decided to skip the busy one on the Carnival Sensation. Not really pleasant to start the day by filling up a tray at a noisy crowded buffet and then have to look for a table to sit on the Lido deck. Read more...