Avoid these ways of overpaying on your cruise. 10 tips shared from full time cruising experts showing you how to save hundreds or thousands

I’m now a licensed travel advisor—and I’m planning group cruises for 2026! In this post, I share what group cruises are, why they’re fun, and how I can help you plan your own for weddings, reunions, or any special event. Want to cruise with us or build your own dream group at sea? Let’s make it happen—any ship, any destination!

Explore luxury cruising with Explora Journeys and the stunning Explora 1. From all-suite accommodations and spa perks to expert fitness tips and full video tours, discover why this ship redefines ocean travel. Watch our reviews, behind-the-scenes insights, and real cruiser experiences with Kirk & Tori from Kirk Tori Story.

Could you retire on a cruise ship? Take our 10-question quiz to find out if full-time cruise living is right for you. We explore the real pros and cons, share our actual monthly costs, and walk you through key scenarios based on our experience living at sea since 2022. If you're dreaming of a life at sea, this video and quiz will help you decide if it’s the right fit. Watch now and see where you stand!

Make the most of your cruise travel with these ESSENTIAL APPs, from locating your ship, organizing your trips, planning your day, and more.

Explore Hilo by doing an exploration from the cruise port on your own. Seeing a lot, but not spending too much money. Pictures and ideas.

Discover the ultimate packing tips for a Cunard cruise, from Gala Night attire to practical daywear and a little-known money-saving hack!

Ever wonder what it really costs to cruise the world in style without breaking the bank? Use our travel hacks to save THOUSANDS.

We quit our jobs to live our dream of cruising around the world on different cruise lines and cruise ships.

A summary for Canadian Travelers who want to travel outside of Canada for longer than 7 months. Includes Citizenship, OHIP, Tracking Dates

Your cruise may be overpriced by thousands of dollars if you don't do this simple bit of research before you book your next cruise.

Going to Icy Strait Point, Alaska by cruise ship and looking for budget friendly things to do? Top 10 Free to -do list

Our experience on the Costa Fascinosa cruise ship as North Americans. Cruise ship review.

Canadian Couple, Kirk Rickman and Tori Carter, sold their house in Canada and travel the world by cruise ships

A quick and honest review of our short cruise on the Carnival Radiance departing from Long Beach, CA in November 2023

We spent a week living on Holland America's Nieuw Amsterdam. Learn about our experience with the vegan food, entertainment, and more.

Cruise Ship Review of Virgin Valiant Lady from KirkToriStory who Sold Their house in Canada and live on cruise ships. Room, Food, and more

The MSC Fantasia cruise ship experience. We felt a huge disconnect. An honest review from full time cruise ship travelers.

An overview of the Costa Smeralda Cruise Ship. The rooms, stateroom, vegan food, entertainment and our opinions of the ship.

Maximize Your Cruise Experience: How to Get Free Onboard Credits with CCL Shares. Includes description and how to get the credits applied!