Roaming vs Telcel: Full Comparison for Android and iPhone in 2026
The question sounds simple: how do I get internet in a Mexican port? The answer has four variables – your...
June 20, 2026
Ports & Routes
2026
Alaska Cruise from Seattle: What Surprised Me After Years of Mexico Sailings
Someone in our group suggested Alaska two years ago and I almost said no. I’d done Mexico so many times...
June 17, 2026
First Cruise from Los Angeles: 15 Things I Wish I’d Known
My first cruise out of Long Beach was a long time ago. I showed up with an oversized suitcase, no...
May 30, 2026
Shore Excursion vs Going on Your Own: My Honest Breakdown
Cabo San Lucas. First cruise. The ship’s shore excursion list had 47 options. Glass-bottom boat tours. ATV rides in the...
May 20, 2026
La Paz: My Favorite Port on the Mexican Riviera
La Paz cruise guide: use Carnival’s Pichilingue shuttle to reach Coromuel Beach and the Malecón—practical timing, fares, beach and dining tips for port calls.
May 10, 2026
What to Pack for a Cruise from Los Angeles: My Real List for 2026
Every time I’m at the port, I see the same things. Someone dragging a suitcase the size of a mini-fridge....
April 12, 2026
Disembarkation Day In Los Angeles: Don’t Miss Your Flight Home
I live in North California, and when I cruise out of Long Beach on Carnival, I usually have two choices:...
April 4, 2026
Embarkation Day In Los Angeles: Step-By-Step Checklist
Let me be honest with you right from the start: Los Angeles is not a simple cruise port. It’s a...
March 21, 2026
Airport To Port Transfers in Los Angeles: All Airports, All Cruise Terminals
Planning a Los Angeles cruise? Discover the best airports, transfers, and travel tips to reach San Pedro or Long Beach with less stress and more ease.
March 14, 2026
Carnival Canceled Puerto Vallarta. And Honestly, That’s Exactly What I Wanted to Show Bob.
Carnival Corporation has canceled Puerto Vallarta port calls due to regional unrest, prioritizing passenger safety and proactive cruise operations.
March 3, 2026
