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Eastbound and Down: A Transatlantic Repositioning Cruise on the Norwegian Pearl

Our Norwegian Pearl Transatlantic Repositioning Cruise offered cozy charm, unique ports, and six calm sea days, plus how it compared to Viva.

Amanda Davis

3 days ago5 min read

A Taste of Spain: 5 Days in Vibrant Barcelona

5 colorful days in Barcelona: Gaudí, tapas, food tours, and a three-country day trip made this trip unforgettable.

Amanda Davis

Oct 55 min read

Land of Fire and Ice: A Summer Cruise from Iceland to the UK

A breathtaking cruise from Iceland to the UK filled with fjords, waterfalls, castles, and unforgettable food tours.

Amanda Davis

Jun 57 min read

Crossing the Atlantic in Comfort: A Transatlantic Repositioning Cruise on the Norwegian Viva

Set sail on a transatlantic adventure! This repositioning cruise offers incredible value, diverse destinations, & unforgettable experiences!

Amanda Davis

Apr 166 min read

First stop in Norway ✨ We stayed at the Karl Johan Hotel in Oslo, right in the heart of the city.

🛏️ Cozy and comfortable room
🚿 Sleek bathroom with modern finishes
🌆 Perfect central location near shopping, dining, and attractions
🏛️ Walking distance to the Royal Palace and Karl Johans gate

A charming boutique hotel that made exploring Oslo super easy.

📍 Karl Johan Hotel, Oslo

Link in bio for more hotel tours + travel inspo ✈️

#OsloHotels #KarlJohanHotel #HotelTour #NorwayTravel #TravelTok #EuropeDestinations #BoutiqueHotel #ScandinaviaTravel

Scenic drive through Joshua Tree National Park 🌵✨

Endless desert views, giant rock formations, and of course, those iconic Joshua trees.

🌵 Desert landscapes
⛰️ Massive boulders
🌞 Big skies

Sometimes the best way to see a national park is just to hit the road and take it all in. Would you add Joshua Tree to your road trip list?

📍 Joshua Tree National Park, California

Link in bio for more national park stories ✈️
#JoshuaTree #JoshuaTreeNationalPark #NationalParks #ScenicDrive #CaliforniaRoadTrip #DesertVibes #TravelTok #Wanderlust #NatureTok #RoadTripUSA

Two transatlantic cruises in one year? 🌊 Yes please.

In spring, we crossed on the sleek Norwegian Viva. In fall, we sailed on the smaller, cozier Norwegian Pearl from Barcelona to Miami. Spain, Bermuda, six days at sea… here is my full review (and how the ships compare). 🚢 Link in bio!

A day in Schwerin, Germany felt like stepping into a fairytale. 🏰✨

Highlights included:
🥨 Wandering a local market and grabbing a brat
🏰 Touring Schwerin Castle with its stunning architecture and gardens
🌆 Exploring the charming Old Town streets

Sometimes the smaller stops on a cruise end up being the most magical. Would you visit this castle city?

📍 Schwerin, Germany

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#Schwerin #GermanyTravel #SchwerinCastle #TravelEurope #CruiseLife #TravelTok #Wanderlust #EuropeDestinations #TravelCouple

New Year’s Eve in Las Vegas 🎆✨

We walked the casinos, wandered the Strip, and rang in midnight with fireworks over the Bellagio Fountains - all from our Augustus Tower Fountain View room at Caesars Palace.

🎰 Casino energy
🌃 The Strip at night
🎆 Fireworks from our room

Would you rather celebrate in the crowds or from a cozy suite with the view?

📍 Caesars Palace, Las Vegas

Link in bio for more Vegas hotel tours + travel inspo ✈️
#LasVegas #VegasNYE #CaesarsPalace #VegasHotels #VegasVibes #VegasTrip #VegasTravel #SuiteLife #VegasExperience #TravelTok

Cabin tour time! 🚢✨

We stayed in Club Balcony Suite 11630 on the Norwegian Dawn, and it was the perfect home base for our Baltic cruise.

🛏️ Spacious sleeping area with plenty of storage
🛋️ Sitting area for relaxing between ports
🌊 Private balcony to take in the views
🛁 Larger bathroom than a standard balcony cabin

This suite gave us the perfect mix of comfort and convenience while exploring Northern Europe.

📍 Norwegian Dawn | Link in bio for more cruise content ✈️

#NorwegianDawn #NorwegianCruiseLine #NCLCruise #CruiseLife #CruiseVacation #SuiteLife #CruiseTips #TravelTok

First time exploring Stockholm and we were instantly hooked ✨

🌀 Getting lost in the alleyways of Gamla Stan
⚓ Wandering the harbor area
👑 Visiting the Royal Palace
🌳 Walking through Kungsträdgården
🛍️ Browsing Hötorgets loppmarknad flea market

The city is full of charm, history, and vibrant energy. Stockholm, we’ll definitely be back.

📍 Stockholm, Sweden

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#Stockholm #SwedenTravel #EuropeDestinations #TravelTok #ScandinaviaTravel #TravelCouple #CruiseLife #ExploreStockholm

Foodie heaven on the Scarlet Lady 🚢✨

Every restaurant is included in your cruise fare, which means no buffets and no extra charges for specialty dining.

🍝 Extra Virgin - Italian favorites
🥩 The Wake - steak and seafood
🌱 Razzle Dazzle - veggie-forward with naughty options too
🔥 Gunbae - Korean BBQ fun
🍸 The Test Kitchen - experimental dining
🥢 Pink Agave - bold Mexican flavors
🍕 The Pizza Place - late-night slices
🥪 The Galley - food hall variety

Virgin Voyages has completely redefined cruise dining. Which restaurant would you try first?

📍 Virgin Voyages Scarlet Lady

Link in bio for more cruise dining and travel inspo ✈️

#VirginVoyages #ScarletLady #CruiseDining #CruiseFood #CruiseLife #FoodieTravel #SuiteLife #CruiseVacation #TravelTok

🎆 The right hotel can make or break your New Year’s Eve in Las Vegas. From balcony fountain views to luxurious high-rise escapes, here are my picks for the best stays this NYE. 🥂✨

Link in bio.

Stay goals in Barcelona ✨

Our King Sir Boutique Room at Sir Victor Hotel was chic, stylish, and perfectly located.

🛏️ King-size bed
🛁 Modern bathroom
🌆 Floor-to-ceiling windows with city views
🎨 Boutique design with character

Would you choose a boutique stay like this in Barcelona?

📍 Sir Victor Hotel, Barcelona

Link in bio for more hotel tours + travel guides ✈️

#SirVictorHotel #BarcelonaHotels #BoutiqueHotel #BarcelonaTravel #HotelTour #SuiteLife #LuxuryTravel #TravelTok #TravelCouple #SpainTravel

This Forward-facing Club Balcony Suite had everything we needed for a comfortable cruise.

🛏️ Spacious king-size bed
🛁 Modern bathroom
🌊 Giant, forward-facing balcony with sea views
🎯 Perfect location on Deck 13

Would you book a Front-facing Club Balcony Suite on Prima?

📍 Norwegian Prima

Link in bio for more cruise cabin tours ✈️

#NorwegianPrima #NCLCruise #CruiseCabinTour #CruiseLife #CruiseVibes #ClubBalconySuite #TravelTok #CruiseTips #SuiteLife #CruiseVacation

Stay goals at the Cosmopolitan Las Vegas 🏨✨

Our Terrace One Bedroom Suite Fountain View with the bathroom addition was pure perfection.

🛏️ Spacious bedroom
🛁 Bathroom including the massive soaking tub
🌆 Balcony with iconic Bellagio Fountain views
🍸 A Strip stay that checks every box

Would you book this suite for the views or for the bathroom?

📍 The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas

Link in bio for more Vegas hotel tours ✈️

#CosmopolitanLasVegas #VegasHotels #SuiteLife #VegasRoomTour #VegasTrip #VegasTravel #VegasVibes #VegasStrip #BellagioFountains #TravelTok

Step inside the world of Atlas9 - Kansas City’s new immersive art experience set inside a 90s movie theater 🎬💾

It’s colorful, weird, nostalgic, and absolutely unforgettable.
We loved it and will definitely be back! 💙

#Atlas9 #KansasCityKS #ImmersiveArt #KCArtsScene #MeowWolfStyle #TravelReels #VisitKC #ArtExperience #CreativeKC

Checked out Circa Las Vegas 🏨✨

Our King Room with Stadium Swim view gave us front-row seats to the most iconic pool in Vegas.

🛏️ Modern King room
🛁 Spacious bathroom
🌆 Floor-to-ceiling Stadium Swim views
🎰 Perfect spot to stay downtown

Circa is all about energy, style, and views that do not quit. Would you book this room for a poolside view?

📍 Circa Resort & Casino, Downtown Las Vegas

Link in bio for more hotel tours and travel inspo ✈️

#CircaLasVegas #VegasHotels #VegasRoomTour #StadiumSwim #VegasVibes #VegasTrip #SuiteLife #VegasTravel #DowntownVegas

Room goals at Caesars Palace Las Vegas 🏨✨

Our Augustus Tower King Fountain View Room gave us the perfect view of the Strip including the New Year’s Eve fireworks show right from bed. 🎆🌆

🛏️ Spacious king room
🛁 Large bathroom
🌆 Fountain + Strip views
🎆 Front-row seat to NYE fireworks

This room is all about the views. Would you watch the fireworks from the Strip… or from here?

📍 Caesars Palace, Las Vegas

Link in bio for more Vegas hotel tours ✈️

#CaesarsPalace #LasVegas #VegasHotels #SuiteLife #VegasRoomTour #VegasTrip #VegasNYE #VegasVibes #VegasTravel #TravelCouple

Barcelona, you had me at jamón. 🌟 From Gaudí to Gothic Quarter tapas tours, we soaked up every flavor and view. Full guide up now - link in bio! 🙌🍽️✈️📸

Balcony Cabin 14094Z on the Scarlet Lady 🚢✨

Virgin Voyages does things a little differently... sleek design, a smaller bathroom than we’re used to, and the ultimate balcony perk: a hammock. 🪢🌊

Honestly, every cruise ship balcony cabin should come with one. Would you spend all day out there?

📍 Virgin Voyages Scarlet Lady

Link in bio for more cruise tours + travel tips ✈️

#VirginVoyages #ScarletLady #CruiseLife #BalconyCabin #CruiseTips #TravelTok #SuiteLife #CruiseVibes #TravelCouple

Driving through Zion National Park is one of the most breathtaking experiences in the Southwest. 🏞️✨

Towering red cliffs, winding canyons, and views that make you pull over at every turn. Zion really shows off!

🌄 Dramatic canyon walls
🪨 Unique rock formations
🌲 Desert beauty at its best

Even without hiking, this drive is unforgettable. Would you add Zion to your road trip list?

📍 Zion National Park, Utah

Link in bio for more national park guides ✈️

#ZionNationalPark #UtahRoadTrip #NationalParks #ScenicDrive #UtahTravel #RoadTripUSA #TravelTok #Wanderlust #NatureTok #TravelCouple

Driving the North Cascades Highway = pure magic 🌲✨

Towering peaks, turquoise lakes, and endless forests... no wonder they call it the American Alps.

🌊 Diablo Lake’s unreal blue water
⛰️ Jagged mountain views
🌲 Alpine forests all around

Sometimes the best way to see a national park is just to roll the windows down and enjoy the drive. 🚗 Would this be on your road trip list?

📍 North Cascades National Park, Washington

Link in bio for more national park guides ✈️

#NorthCascades #NationalParks #ScenicDrive #NorthCascadesHighway #DiabloLake #WashingtonState #RoadTripUSA #TravelTok #Wanderlust

Suite life at Paris Las Vegas 🗼✨

The Giverny Suite may not have a Strip view, but it makes up for it with space and Parisian-inspired charm.

🛋️ Spacious living room
🛏️ Elegant bedroom area
🛁 Two large bathrooms with luxe finishes
🍷 A perfect retreat right in the middle of the Strip

Sometimes the best part of a Vegas trip is having a cozy, stylish suite to recharge in. Would you stay here?

📍 Paris Las Vegas, Las Vegas Strip

Link in bio for more Vegas hotel tours + travel guides ✈️

#ParisLasVegas #VegasHotels #SuiteLife #VegasRoomTour #LasVegas #VegasVibes #VegasTrip #VegasDining #HotelTour #TravelTok

Checked into Embassy Suites by Hilton Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square 🏙️✨

This stay was spacious, modern, and perfectly located near the stadiums + King Street Station.

🛋️ Separate living room
🛏️ Comfortable bedroom
🛁 Full bathroom
🌆 Gorgeous city views

If you’re coming to Seattle by train or catching a game, this hotel is hard to beat. Would you stay here on your next Seattle trip?

📍 Seattle, Washington

Link in bio for more hotel tours + travel guides ✈️

#SeattleHotels #EmbassySuites #HiltonHotels #SeattleTravel #HotelTour #SuiteLife #LuxuryTravel #TravelTok #TravelCouple #SeattleVibes

🎆 Vegas knows how to throw a New Year’s Eve party! From sipping champagne with a view of the Bellagio Fountains to watching fireworks light up The Strip, it was unforgettable. 🥂

Here is how we spent New Year’s Eve in Las Vegas and how you can plan your own perfect celebration. Link in bio.

Luxury + serenity just steps from Zion National Park 🌄✨

Our stay at Cable Mountain Lodge was everything we needed:
🛏️ A suite with a private balcony
🛁 Spacious bathroom
🍳 Kitchenette for easy meals
🛋️ Living room with plenty of space to relax

If you’re visiting Zion and want comfort and convenience, this spot is hard to beat. Would you choose to stay right next to the park entrance?

📍 Cable Mountain Lodge, Springdale, Utah

Link in bio for more travel stories + guides ✈️

#ZionNationalPark #CableMountainLodge #UtahHotels #LuxuryTravel #NationalParks #SuiteLife #HotelTour #UtahTravel #TravelCouple #TravelTok

Cruising the Strip in Cartzilla 🚗✨

This ride was such a fun way to see Las Vegas... neon lights, iconic hotels, and the energy of the Strip at night all around us.

🌆 Bright lights
🎰 Casino vibes
🚗 Totally Vegas experience

Sometimes the best way to see the Strip is to just sit back, ride along, and soak it all in. Would you try Cartzilla on your next Vegas trip?

📍 Las Vegas Strip

Link in bio for more Vegas adventures ✈️

#Cartzilla #LasVegas #VegasVibes #VegasStrip #VegasTrip #VegasLife #VegasNight #VegasExperience #TravelTok #TravelCouple

Mapping out our next adventure: a Baltic Capitals cruise on the Norwegian Dawn 🛳️✨

From Oslo to Stockholm, our ports include:
❄️ Kristiansand
🚲 Aarhus + 🌉 Copenhagen
🍺 Kiel + 🎶 Warnemünde
⚓ Gdynia
🌲 Klaipėda
🎻 Riga
🏰 Tallinn
🦌 Helsinki

History, culture, food, and so many new cities to explore. Which one is on your list?

📍 Norwegian Dawn | Link in bio for more travel stories

#BalticCruise #NorwegianDawn #CruiseLife #TravelTok #Wanderlust #BalticSea

Vegas is always about the food. From Martha Stewart’s cozy comfort dishes at The Bedford to handmade dumplings at Din Tai Fung, this trip did not disappoint. Which would you try first?

#travelreels #vegasreels #vegasfood #vegasfoodie

Vanderpump Paris might just be the most glamorous dinner spot in Vegas. ✨

We tried:
🦐 Butter Prawns
🧅 French Onion Mac & Cheese
🍩 Crème Brûlée Beignets
🍸 Two incredible cocktails

Lisa Vanderpump does it again with the atmosphere, presentation, and flavor. This one is a must if you’re on the Strip. Would you go for the prawns or the beignets first?

📍 Vanderpump Paris, Las Vegas

#LasVegas #VegasDining #VegasEats #VanderpumpParis #VegasFoodie #VegasRestaurants #VegasVibes #FoodieTravel #VegasTrip #TravelCouple

Dinner at Javier’s at Aria = the perfect choice tonight. ✨

We wanted to stay close to the hotel and use up some MGM credits, and it couldn’t have been better.

🍹 Mango margarita
🧀 Queso fundido + guac
🌽 Street corn + frijoles
🌮 Chicken quesadilla
🍨 Fried ice cream (the star of the night!)

It’s been on our list for a while and absolutely lived up to the hype. Would you try it?

📍 Javier’s, Aria Las Vegas

#LasVegas #VegasEats #VegasDining #AriaLasVegas #JaviersLasVegas #VegasFoodie #VegasVibes #FoodieTravel #VegasRestaurants #TravelCouple

Somewhere over the rainbow… 🌈✨

Seeing The Wizard of Oz inside the Sphere in Las Vegas was pure magic. Not a cheap ticket, but absolutely worth the splurge. The visuals were immersive, the nostalgia hit hard, and this Kansas girl felt right at home. 💛👠

⭐️ Such a fun experience and one I’ll never forget. Would you go see a movie here?

📍 The Sphere, Las Vegas

#LasVegas #SphereLasVegas #WizardOfOz #VegasVibes #VegasTrip #LasVegasStrip #VegasBucketList #ImmersiveExperience #VegasLife #TravelTok

🧳✈️ Travel insurance: boring to buy, but life-saving when things go wrong. Whether it’s a last-minute cancellation or an ER visit abroad, it could save you. 💡 Tips + real stories on the blog!

📸 Link in bio!

️#TravelSmart #PeaceOfMind #PlanAhead

Din Tai Fung is always a non-negotiable stop when we’re near Aria. 🥟✨

This time: chicken + pork Xiao long bao, fried rice, string beans, mango shave ice, and yes 🤤 chocolate Xiao long bao for dessert. 🍫

We even ate at one of their London locations by accident before we knew how special it was. It’s never let us down.

Would you go for the soup dumplings or dessert dumplings first?

📍 Aria Las Vegas

#LasVegas #VegasFoodie #VegasDining #VegasEats #DinTaiFung #XiaoLongBao #FoodieTravel #FoodieVegas #TravelTok #AriaLasVegas

Dinner at Pinky’s by Vanderpump = a full-on experience. ✨

🍸 Cocktails: Jailbird, Glass is Always Greener, Flamingo Pink

🍴 Shareable bites: goat cheese balls, deviled egg gardens, truffle mac, lobster rolls + more

🌸 The real star? The ambiance and the presentation.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ from us. Would you try it?

📍 Pinky’s by Vanderpump, Las Vegas

Link in bio for more dining + travel inspo ✈️

#travelreels #travelvlog #vegasfood #vanderpumpvegas #flamingovegas

✨ When your Vegas comp comes with its own boardroom.

This Executive Hospitality Suite at Aria was pure luxury from the 20th floor... sweeping Strip views, sleek modern design, and yes… a full conference table right in the suite.

Would you use it for meetings… or blackjack? 🃏🍸

📍 Aria Las Vegas

#LasVegas #AriaLasVegas #SuiteLife #VegasVibes #VegasHotels #LuxuryTravel

Paris Las Vegas + dinner at The Bedford by Martha Stewart = a pretty perfect first night back in Vegas. Would you try this restaurant?

Next stop: Vegas! ✈️ Paris Las Vegas + Aria Las Vegas

We’re heading back to Vegas soon for Josh’s Seven Star Retreat. Can’t wait to share food, suites, and maybe some casino luck. 💫

Small ship vs. big ship cruising - which would you choose?

I broke down the pros and cons of both styles of cruising. Link in bio for the full post. 🚢✨

Norwegian Cruise Line offers it all — small ships with cozy charm and big ships with endless choices. Which fits your travel style? 🚢 Here is my comparison after sailing both. 🌊 Link in bio!

Our home at sea: Cabin 13820 on @norwegiancruiseline Norwegian Joy 🛳️

Sleeps 3 comfortably

Double sinks + glass-door shower

Mini fridge + pull-out couch with storage

Balcony with chairs & table for morning coffee views 🌊

#NorwegianJoy #ClubBalconySuite #CruiseLife #NCL #CruiseViews #CruiseRoomTour #CruiseVibes #BalconyCabin #TravelReels #CruiseVacation

🌿✈️ You don’t have to give up your adventures to make better travel choices. I’m sharing practical ways to reduce your impact and support the communities you visit, even when you cruise. Link in bio! 🌊🌎

#SustainableTravel #ResponsibleTravel #EcoTravelTips #TravelMoreWorryLess #ConsciousExplorer

From Denver to Gunnison, with a few scenic detours 🛻
Crested Butte, Kebler Pass, a golden aspen forest, and the quiet beauty of Lost Lake.

Colorado, you really showed off 💛🍁

#ColoradoRoadTrip #CrestedButte #KeblerPass #AspenGroves #LostLake #MountainViews #ScenicByways #SummerInColorado #NatureReels #TravelReels #WanderColorado #RoadTripVibes

Behind the scenes of making YouTube magic ✨
Nothing says love like helping your husband pose for ridiculous clickbait thumbnail photos 🤣🎥

#BeardVsMachine #YouTubeLife #ContentCreator #GreenScreenSetup #ThumbnailsInTheMaking #VideoPokerContent #CouplesWhoCreate #YouTubeReels #BehindTheScenes

Vegas = a food lover’s paradise 🍽️

From dumplings to Dover sole, here's everything that made us say wow on our most recent trip.

#VegasEats #FoodieVegas #Barrysdowntownprime #DinTaiFung #ZumaLasVegas #JaleoVegas #CosmopolitanLasVegas #VegasFoodie

From Kansas City to Las Vegas ✈️

Escape Lounge snacks, the perfect golden-hour shadow at takeoff, and fully illuminated arrival over the Strip 🌇🎰

#TravelDay #LasVegasTrip #AirportViews #EscapeLounge #PlaneViews #VegasBound #FromKCItoVegas #VegasVibes

Welcome to our 2‑Bedroom Hospitality Suite at Vdara on the 47th floor 😍

* 1,600 sq ft with 2 king beds

* Two full baths (soaker tubs + showers) + guest half bath

* Full kitchen, W/D, wine fridge, dishwasher

* Living room with work desk

* Stunning south Strip & mountain views

This is on-Strip luxury done right ✨

#VdaraVegas #SuiteTour #LuxuryVegas #VdaraResort #HotelReels #LasVegasStay #SuiteGoals #VegasViews #TravelReels #HotelLife #VegasSuite #LuxuryTravel

✨ Group trips can be unforgettable… or totally chaotic. I’m sharing my top tips for traveling with friends and family without losing your mind 💼💛 Tap the link in bio for all my group travel secrets!

Checked into Durango’s King Mountain View room and I’m officially obsessed with this view 🌄✨
Modern, quiet, and just far enough from the chaos.

#DurangoCasino #LasVegasRoomTour #VegasStay #RedRockViews #VegasHotels #LuxuryStay #DurangoResort #OffTheStrip #VegasReels #HotelRoomGoals #RoomWithAView #TravelReels

🎰 I’ve created a map of (almost) every casino in the US, but I need your help to finish the job!

Check out the map here 👉 bit.ly/USCasinoMap
Then drop a comment if you spot a casino that’s missing.

Let’s crowdsource the most complete US casino map out there! 🗺️♠️💬

#CasinoMap #USCasinos #CasinoTravel #TravelPlanning #MapLovers #GamblingLife #SlotTok #CasinoHopper #CrowdsourcedData #RoadTripStops #CasinoReels #TravelReels #VegasVibes

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