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Cruise Q&A: Japan, MSC Yacht Club, Solo Cruising, Excursions & More!

July 08, 2026

It's another listener Q&A episode, and you all brought some fantastic questions! I n this episode, I'm answering everything from what to pack for an Antarctica expedition to whether cruise line loyalty programs are really worth it. We also chat about first-time solo cruising on Princess, planning excursions in the Caribbean and Japan, what it's like traveling through Japan if you're tall, and my thoughts on MSC Yacht Club, Holland America's Club Orange, and Virgin Voyages' new Alaska sailings...

Star Princess Review: The Food, The Fun, and One Very Beef-Fueled Vacation

June 23, 2026

Fresh off Star Princess, we're comparing notes on everything from food and entertainment to excursions, cabins, and overall cruise experience. In this fun father-and-son-style review (well, mother-and-son in our case!), Junior joins me to share his perspective as a young adult cruiser—and let's just say he had strong opinions, especially when it came to the food. We talk about our stateroom, favorite meals, the restaurants that stood out, the Alaska excursions we loved, onboard entertainment,...

What Surprised NerdWallet's Sally French About Alaska

June 16, 2026

This week on CruiseTipsTV Unplugged, we're joined by travel rewards expert and NerdWallet travel writer Sally French to talk about her first Alaska cruise aboard Star Princess. Sally shares her biggest surprises about Alaska, favorite experiences from the cruise, thoughts on staying active while traveling, and practical tips for getting the most value from your vacation using points, miles, and travel rewards. Whether you're planning your first Alaska cruise or looking for ways to travel smar...