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Shore Excursion: New Orleans museum honors World War II heroes
July 30, 2018 | Jackie Sheckler FinchBy Jackie Sheckler Finch
When Navy corpsman Leo H. Sheer’s landing craft was sunk on its way to Omaha Beach on D-Day, the young sailor was forced to swim ashore amid heavy gunfire.
Arriving safely on the beach, Sheer began collecting first-aid pouches from the bodies of dead soldiers to help save the wounded. He hung six of the dead men’s pouches on his equipment belt.
Carnival’s Warm Chocolate Melting Cake
July 9, 2018 | Jackie Sheckler FinchBy 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.
Princess Cruises and “The Love Boat” cast honored on Hollywood Walk of Fame
July 2, 2018 | Jackie Sheckler FinchBy 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.
Shore Excursion: Louisiana museum honors three cousins who became world famous
June 25, 2018 | Jackie Sheckler FinchBy 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.
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.
Shore Excursion: Winter’s Tale – dolphin survives overwhelming odds, inspires visitors
June 11, 2018 | Jackie Sheckler FinchBy 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.
Transported to Clearwater Marine Aquarium, Winter overcame overwhelming odds and lived. But she lost her tail.
Carnival’s ‘Rare Finds’ on dining room menu offers chance to try unusual food
June 4, 2018 | Jackie Sheckler FinchCarnival’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.
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