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Exploring Hilo, Hawaii: A DIY Day Tour
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.
Tori Carter
Jan 95 min read
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The REAL Cost of Cruising: Travel in Style without breaking the bank
Ever wonder what it really costs to cruise the world in style without breaking the bank? Use our travel hacks to save THOUSANDS.
Tori Carter
Sep 28, 20243 min read
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We quit our jobs and live on cruise ships
We quit our jobs to live our dream of cruising around the world on different cruise lines and cruise ships.
Tori Carter
Sep 19, 202410 min read
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Canadian Rules for Travelers: OHIP, Citizenship & Extensions Explained!
A summary for Canadian Travelers who want to travel outside of Canada for longer than 7 months. Includes Citizenship, OHIP, Tracking Dates
Tori Carter
Sep 14, 20242 min read
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First Equator Crossing Initiation Ceremony
Crossing the Equator Maritime Tradition on Sapphire Princess, with my friend Paige who is participating. From Pollywog to Shellback!
Tori Carter
Aug 24, 20242 min read
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🌊 Warning! Your Cruise Booking May Be OverPriced 🌊
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.
Tori Carter
Aug 22, 20243 min read
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Exploring Icy Strait Point On A Budget
Going to Icy Strait Point, Alaska by cruise ship and looking for budget friendly things to do? Top 10 Free to -do list
Tori Carter
Jul 11, 20245 min read
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Our Experience On The COSTA FASCINOSA Cruise Ship (As North Americans)
Our experience on the Costa Fascinosa cruise ship as North Americans. Cruise ship review.
Tori Carter
Jan 13, 202410 min read
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A Sea-Filled Retirement Adventure: Canadian Couple Lives On Cruise Ships
Canadian Couple, Kirk Rickman and Tori Carter, sold their house in Canada and travel the world by cruise ships
Tori Carter
Jan 7, 20242 min read
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CARNIVAL RADIANCE CRUISE REVIEW
A quick and honest review of our short cruise on the Carnival Radiance departing from Long Beach, CA in November 2023
Tori Carter
Dec 18, 20234 min read
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Review of Sailing On Holland America Nieuw Amsterdam
We spent a week living on Holland America's Nieuw Amsterdam. Learn about our experience with the vegan food, entertainment, and more.
Tori Carter
Dec 9, 20238 min read
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Virgin Voyages Valiant Lady Review
Cruise Ship Review of Virgin Valiant Lady from KirkToriStory who Sold Their house in Canada and live on cruise ships. Room, Food, and more
Tori Carter
Nov 20, 20237 min read
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MSC Fantasia Cruise Ship Review… A huge disconnect
The MSC Fantasia cruise ship experience. We felt a huge disconnect. An honest review from full time cruise ship travelers.
Tori Carter
Oct 28, 20239 min read
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Costa Smeralda… our experience of being on Costa for the first time
An overview of the Costa Smeralda Cruise Ship. The rooms, stateroom, vegan food, entertainment and our opinions of the ship.
Tori Carter
Oct 23, 20238 min read
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Get FREE Onboard Cruise Credits On Your Next Cruise With CCL Shares
Maximize Your Cruise Experience: How to Get Free Onboard Credits with CCL Shares. Includes description and how to get the credits applied!
Tori Carter
Oct 3, 20234 min read
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Cruising on a Budget: Unveiling Princess Cruises' Exclusive On-Ship Deals
Thinking about a cruise and want to save money? Practical tips that nobody tells you about, unveiled. We get our cruises for half price!
Tori Carter
Sep 14, 20234 min read
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Cruising with Service Dogs: An Unforgettable Encounter on the Caribbean Princess!
We met two service dogs on our princess cruise, on the Caribbean Princess while traveling to Canada and the US. Learn about service animals
Tori Carter
Sep 8, 20233 min read
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Should You Purchase A Guaranteed Cabin On Your Next Cruise?
What is a Guaranteed Cabin on a cruise ship? The advantages and disadvantages of purchasing a Guaranteed Cabin for your next cruise.
Tori Carter
Sep 1, 20234 min read
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A Tour Of The Caribbean Princess Spaces: We Sold Our House And Have Been On This Ship For 2 Months.
A quick comprehensive tour of what you could expect on the Caribbean Princess on your next cruise. See the venues, rooms, spaces and more!
Tori Carter
Aug 20, 202310 min read
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FREE Things To Do In Norfolk, Virginia While Visiting By Cruise Ship
Norfolk Virginia is a fun cruise port that we visited while cruising on Caribbean Princess. We filled our day with FREE activities!
Tori Carter
Jul 31, 20233 min read
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