Lisa Tran
Travel hacker who cruises 8+ times a year on a teacher salary. I track every deal, promotion, and pricing pattern so I can show you how to cruise for less without sacrificing the experience.
Areas of Expertise
- Cruise deals
- Last-minute bookings
- Pricing strategy
- Repositioning cruises
Articles by Lisa Tran (53)
Oceania Hawaii Cruises: Itinerary Guide
Exploring hawaii with Oceania—routes, ships, and what to expect.
Romantic Australia Cruises: Tailored Experiences
How to plan the perfect romantic cruise to australia—specialized tips and recommendations.
Cruise Insider Tips: What Experienced Travelers Know
Expert insights that transform good cruises into great ones.
Caribbean Cruises: Complete Planning Guide for 2026
Everything you need to plan the perfect caribbean cruise—from timing and ships to ports and excursions.
Seabourn Fleet Review: Which Ship Is Right for You?
A detailed look at Seabourn's ships and which ones match different travel styles.
Luxury Cruiser's Guide: Maximizing Your Experience
Specialized tips for luxury travelers looking to get the most out of their cruise vacation.
Best Cruise Destinations for April: Where to Sail This Month
The ideal cruise destinations for April based on weather, pricing, and crowd levels.
The Cruise Drink Package: When It Saves Money (And When It Doesn't)
Updated guide with the latest information and expert recommendations.
Carnival Asia Cruises: Itinerary Guide
Exploring asia with Carnival—routes, ships, and what to expect.
Family Bermuda Cruises: Tailored Experiences
How to plan the perfect family cruise to bermuda—specialized tips and recommendations.
Cruise Insider Tips: What Experienced Travelers Know
Expert insights that transform good cruises into great ones.
New england Cruises: Complete Planning Guide for 2026
Everything you need to plan the perfect new england cruise—from timing and ships to ports and excursions.
Celebrity Fleet Review: Which Ship Is Right for You?
A detailed look at Celebrity's ships and which ones match different travel styles.
Wellness Cruiser's Guide: Maximizing Your Experience
Specialized tips for wellness travelers looking to get the most out of their cruise vacation.
Best Cruise Destinations for August: Where to Sail This Month
The ideal cruise destinations for August based on weather, pricing, and crowd levels.
Solo Cruising: A Complete Guide for Travelers Going It Alone
Updated guide with the latest information and expert recommendations.
The Cruise Packing Mistakes I Keep Seeing (And How to Avoid Them)
After helping thousands of travelers pack for cruises, these are the mistakes that cause the most problems—and they're all avoidable.
Today's Best Cruise Deals: January 11, 2026
The hottest cruise deals for today including last-minute sailings and exclusive offers.
Romantic Cruiser's Guide: Maximizing Your Experience
Specialized tips for romantic travelers looking to get the most out of their cruise vacation.
Best Cruise Destinations for August: Where to Sail This Month
The ideal cruise destinations for August based on weather, pricing, and crowd levels.
Best Cruises for Foodies: Lines Where Cuisine Takes Center Stage
Updated guide with the latest information and expert recommendations.
Silversea Hawaii Cruises: Itinerary Guide
Exploring hawaii with Silversea—routes, ships, and what to expect.
Luxury Australia Cruises: Tailored Experiences
How to plan the perfect luxury cruise to australia—specialized tips and recommendations.
Cruise Insider Tips: What Experienced Travelers Know
Expert insights that transform good cruises into great ones.
Caribbean Cruises: Complete Planning Guide for 2026
Everything you need to plan the perfect caribbean cruise—from timing and ships to ports and excursions.
Azamara Fleet Review: Which Ship Is Right for You?
A detailed look at Azamara's ships and which ones match different travel styles.
Family Cruiser's Guide: Maximizing Your Experience
Specialized tips for family travelers looking to get the most out of their cruise vacation.
Best Cruise Destinations for December: Where to Sail This Month
The ideal cruise destinations for December based on weather, pricing, and crowd levels.
New Year's Eve at Sea: Ring in the New Year on a Cruise
Updated guide with the latest information and expert recommendations.
Royal Caribbean Asia Cruises: Itinerary Guide
Exploring asia with Royal Caribbean—routes, ships, and what to expect.
Wellness Bermuda Cruises: Tailored Experiences
How to plan the perfect wellness cruise to bermuda—specialized tips and recommendations.
Cruise Insider Tips: What Experienced Travelers Know
Expert insights that transform good cruises into great ones.
New england Cruises: Complete Planning Guide for 2026
Everything you need to plan the perfect new england cruise—from timing and ships to ports and excursions.
Norwegian Fleet Review: Which Ship Is Right for You?
A detailed look at Norwegian's ships and which ones match different travel styles.
Foodie Cruiser's Guide: Maximizing Your Experience
Specialized tips for foodie travelers looking to get the most out of their cruise vacation.
Best Cruise Destinations for April: Where to Sail This Month
The ideal cruise destinations for April based on weather, pricing, and crowd levels.
Fourth of July Cruises: Celebrating Independence Day at Sea
Updated guide with the latest information and expert recommendations.
Princess Hawaii Cruises: Itinerary Guide
Exploring hawaii with Princess—routes, ships, and what to expect.
Senior Australia Cruises: Tailored Experiences
How to plan the perfect senior cruise to australia—specialized tips and recommendations.
Cruise Insider Tips: What Experienced Travelers Know
Expert insights that transform good cruises into great ones.
Caribbean Cruises: Complete Planning Guide for 2026
Everything you need to plan the perfect caribbean cruise—from timing and ships to ports and excursions.
Disney Fleet Review: Which Ship Is Right for You?
A detailed look at Disney's ships and which ones match different travel styles.
Solo Cruiser's Guide: Maximizing Your Experience
Specialized tips for solo travelers looking to get the most out of their cruise vacation.
Best Cruise Destinations for August: Where to Sail This Month
The ideal cruise destinations for August based on weather, pricing, and crowd levels.
Is a Luxury Cruise Worth the Money? A Breakdown of What You Actually Get
Updated guide with the latest information and expert recommendations.
Viking Asia Cruises: Itinerary Guide
Exploring asia with Viking—routes, ships, and what to expect.
Budget Bermuda Cruises: Tailored Experiences
How to plan the perfect budget cruise to bermuda—specialized tips and recommendations.
Cruise Insider Tips: What Experienced Travelers Know
Expert insights that transform good cruises into great ones.
New england Cruises: Complete Planning Guide for 2026
Everything you need to plan the perfect new england cruise—from timing and ships to ports and excursions.
Regent Fleet Review: Which Ship Is Right for You?
A detailed look at Regent's ships and which ones match different travel styles.
Adventure Cruiser's Guide: Maximizing Your Experience
Specialized tips for adventure travelers looking to get the most out of their cruise vacation.
Best Cruise Destinations for December: Where to Sail This Month
The ideal cruise destinations for December based on weather, pricing, and crowd levels.
Celebrity Cruises: The Food Really Is That Good (Here's What to Order)
Updated guide with the latest information and expert recommendations.