If you’ve ever wanted to literally float through a bowl of shamrock-colored soup, Saturday, March 14, 2026, is your day. After our 2024 paddle, I can tell you there is no better way to experience Chicago’s biggest party than from the waterline. The 2026 Logistics Since St. Patrick’s Day falls on a Tuesday this year,…
Cruising with teenagers is a completely different adventure from traveling with toddlers or younger kids. Teens crave independence, action, Wi-Fi, late-night snacks, and places to escape their parents — but they also want activities that feel thrilling, social, and “not lame.” Fortunately, Royal Caribbean is one of the best cruise lines in the world for…
Cruising with a toddler is a completely different experience from cruising as a couple or with teens. The pace is slower, naps matter more than sail-away parties, and nothing can derail your day faster than a hungry, overstimulated two-year-old who’s had enough of crowds. But with the right ship, a cruise can be a surprisingly…
Royal Caribbean now operates one of the most diverse, innovative cruise fleets in the world — from intimate, classic ships to the largest floating resorts ever built.But with so many choices, one question comes up constantly: “What’s the best Royal Caribbean ship?” The truth?There isn’t one.There are ships best for toddlers, for teens, for adults,…
If you’re cruising to Cozumel, Mexico with Royal Caribbean (RC) and looking for an adventure that’s truly out of this world, well you found one, under the surface. The Crystal Caves and Underground River excursion, and honestly, it might be our favorite one yet. My husband, daughter, and I were all completely captivated – it…
Magnetic hooks? Portable chargers? Please. When it comes to cruising, some seasoned travelers are taking “packing smart” to an entirely new, wonderfully unhinged level. Forget the everyday extras; we’re talking about the truly random, hilariously practical, and sometimes downright bizarre items that make a cruise vacation uniquely theirs. It all started with a TikTok confession:…
If you’re excited about taking your yoga practice to the water, SUP (Stand-Up Paddleboard) Yoga is a fun, refreshing way to connect with nature while challenging your balance and flexibility. However, if you’re new to SUP Yoga, a little preparation can go a long way in ensuring your first class is smooth sailing. Here are…
Do you know what’s frustrating, you plan out your whole vacation and budget the numbers only to realize when you get to the airport your checked bag will cost you about 15% more and you didn’t have a warning. Airlines seem to enjoy arbitrarily raising the prices of their services and products quietly after the…
Chicago River is the most well-known river dyed on St. Patrick’s Day with several other cities trying to copy not only the color but the experience. Many cities have tried only a handful have succeeded with Chicago being the first successful river dying in 1962 one year after Savannah, Georgia’s coloring washed away due…
The Chicago River has transformed over the years, especially in the mid-2000s when the project to rework the Chicago River waterfront by adding a 25-foot-wide pedestrian space called the Chicago Riverwalk. The plans to expand this river walk are ever evolving creating one of the most visited parts of the city since its 6 blocks…
