by Sarah Fay | Jun 26, 2026 | Caribbean, Cruising, Travel
An Unforgettable Mother/Daughter Cruise from Barbados to Fort Lauderdale Some trips stay with you long after you return home, not because of how far you traveled, but because of who you shared the journey with. Our Crystal Cruises luxury Caribbean itinerary from...
by Sarah Fay | Apr 21, 2026 | Cruising, Travel
An honest review of 1-night vs 2-night experiences Traveling solo across Southeast Asia can be one of the most rewarding experiences- but it also comes with its own set of decisions. One of the biggest questions when visiting northern Vietnam is whether a luxury...
by Sarah Fay | Jan 5, 2026 | Caribbean, Travel
Introduction: Beginning Our Journey in Barbados Barbados was not just a destination for us, it was the beginning of a fantastic mother and daughter journey. This mother and daughter trip started on this wonderful island before continuing north on a Crystal Cruises...
by Sarah Fay | Dec 21, 2025 | Cruising, Europe, Greece, Travel
From Solo Traveler to Shared Adventurer I often travel solo- wandering new streets, absorbing local rhythms, and finding connections in new or unfamiliar places. But when I decided to bring my mother along on this Mediterranean cruise, I knew it had to be...
by Sarah Fay | Dec 13, 2025 | Destinations, Europe, Norway, Travel
Stavanger, Norway’s fourth-largest city, is one of those rare destinations that feels like a warm embrace the moment you arrive. Our journey from Bergen was a scenic delight: rolling green countryside, ferry crossings, and even tunnels under the sea. This is the...
by Sarah Fay | Oct 13, 2025 | Cruising, Europe, Travel
A Seine River cruise is one of the most elegant and rewarding ways to explore France. Starting and ending in beautiful Paris, this itinerary combines the glamour of the City of Light with the charm of Normandy’s countryside, medieval towns, and Impressionist heritage....