Karen Hosier

The Canadian Rockies provides a great place to go chasing waterfalls. While Banff may have the most cascades, don’t discount the waterfalls in Jasper National Park. It may have fewer …

La Paz, Mexico, offers incredible experiences for those arriving by cruise ship. While not many Mexican Riviera itineraries include this port, we selected an itinerary that stopped there. We discovered …

Docking at the port of Osaka gives access to this city and Kyoto, Nara, and Kobe on day trips. Some ships dock overnight as we did on our Japan itinerary …

Cruise ship Wi-Fi can be expensive, leaving many travelers seeking alternatives. Enter GigSky, an eSIM provider offering connectivity solutions for land, sea, and air travel. We recently tested the GigSky …

We recently sailed on the Carnival Panorama after a seven-year hiatus from the line. Onboard, we were pleasantly surprised by the expanded specialty dining options and inclusive venues. We share …

We recently had the opportunity to experience the Carnival Panorama. It’s Carnival Cruise Line’s newest Vista-class ship, which sailed from Long Beach, California. We were impressed by this vessel’s amenities …

Nara, the ancient capital of Japan, is a captivating destination just a stone’s throw away from bustling Osaka. We explored this historical gem on a 12-day Asia cruise on the …

A trip to Singapore in Southeast Asia is an experience like no other. From the minute you arrive in the city, its cleanliness, modernization, and beauty will captivate you. If …

Located just south of Tokyo, the Yokohama cruise port is Japan’s premier gateway for cruises around Japan and other Asian destinations. The Osanbashi Pier, a significant part of Yokohama’s history, …

Some ships dock in Shimizu port when taking a cruise to or from Japan. If the conditions are right, this destination offers the best views of Mt Fuji. Shimizu city …