Sarah Chen

Family Travel Expert
Certified Travel Agent, Family Travel Expert

Mom of three and cruise enthusiast. I have tested every kids club, water park, and family dining option so you do not have to. My mission: helping busy parents plan stress-free vacations.

Areas of Expertise

Articles by Sarah Chen (53)

Viking Fleet Review: Which Ship Is Right for You?

May 4, 2026 · 5 min read

A detailed look at Viking's ships and which ones match different travel styles.

Foodie Cruiser's Guide: Maximizing Your Experience

April 27, 2026 · 5 min read

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

April 20, 2026 · 5 min read

The ideal cruise destinations for April based on weather, pricing, and crowd levels.

Azamara: Longer Port Stays and What They Mean for Your Experience

April 13, 2026 · 5 min read

Updated guide with the latest information and expert recommendations.

Regent Hawaii Cruises: Itinerary Guide

April 6, 2026 · 5 min read

Exploring hawaii with Regent—routes, ships, and what to expect.

Senior Australia Cruises: Tailored Experiences

March 30, 2026 · 5 min read

How to plan the perfect senior cruise to australia—specialized tips and recommendations.

Cruise Insider Tips: What Experienced Travelers Know

March 23, 2026 · 5 min read

Expert insights that transform good cruises into great ones.

Caribbean Cruises: Complete Planning Guide for 2026

March 16, 2026 · 5 min read

Everything you need to plan the perfect caribbean cruise—from timing and ships to ports and excursions.

Oceania Fleet Review: Which Ship Is Right for You?

March 9, 2026 · 5 min read

A detailed look at Oceania's ships and which ones match different travel styles.

Solo Cruiser's Guide: Maximizing Your Experience

March 2, 2026 · 5 min read

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

February 23, 2026 · 5 min read

The ideal cruise destinations for August based on weather, pricing, and crowd levels.

Cruise Ship Spas: Which Treatments Are Worth the Splurge

February 16, 2026 · 5 min read

Updated guide with the latest information and expert recommendations.

Seabourn Asia Cruises: Itinerary Guide

February 10, 2026 · 5 min read

Exploring asia with Seabourn—routes, ships, and what to expect.

Budget Bermuda Cruises: Tailored Experiences

February 3, 2026 · 5 min read

How to plan the perfect budget cruise to bermuda—specialized tips and recommendations.

Cruise Insider Tips: What Experienced Travelers Know

January 27, 2026 · 5 min read

Expert insights that transform good cruises into great ones.

New england Cruises: Complete Planning Guide for 2026

January 20, 2026 · 5 min read

Everything you need to plan the perfect new england cruise—from timing and ships to ports and excursions.

First-Time Cruiser? Everything You Need to Know (Without the Overwhelm)

January 14, 2026 · 7 min read

Starting from zero cruise knowledge? This guide covers booking, packing, embarkation, and onboard life—everything I wish someone had told me before my first sailing.

Alaska Cruise Planning: A Practical Guide from Someone Who Made Every Mistake

January 10, 2026 · 5 min read

I botched my first Alaska cruise booking—wrong month, wrong cabin, wrong shore excursions. Here's what I learned so you don't repeat my errors.

Foodie Bermuda Cruises: Tailored Experiences

January 2, 2026 · 5 min read

How to plan the perfect foodie cruise to bermuda—specialized tips and recommendations.

Cruise Insider Tips: What Experienced Travelers Know

December 26, 2025 · 5 min read

Expert insights that transform good cruises into great ones.

New england Cruises: Complete Planning Guide for 2026

December 19, 2025 · 5 min read

Everything you need to plan the perfect new england cruise—from timing and ships to ports and excursions.

Msc Fleet Review: Which Ship Is Right for You?

December 12, 2025 · 5 min read

A detailed look at Msc's ships and which ones match different travel styles.

Senior Cruiser's Guide: Maximizing Your Experience

December 5, 2025 · 5 min read

Specialized tips for senior travelers looking to get the most out of their cruise vacation.

Best Cruise Destinations for December: Where to Sail This Month

November 28, 2025 · 5 min read

The ideal cruise destinations for December based on weather, pricing, and crowd levels.

Galapagos Cruise: Everything You Need to Know Before Booking

November 21, 2025 · 5 min read

Updated guide with the latest information and expert recommendations.

Cunard Hawaii Cruises: Itinerary Guide

November 14, 2025 · 5 min read

Exploring hawaii with Cunard—routes, ships, and what to expect.

Solo Australia Cruises: Tailored Experiences

November 7, 2025 · 5 min read

How to plan the perfect solo cruise to australia—specialized tips and recommendations.

Cruise Insider Tips: What Experienced Travelers Know

October 31, 2025 · 5 min read

Expert insights that transform good cruises into great ones.

Caribbean Cruises: Complete Planning Guide for 2026

October 24, 2025 · 5 min read

Everything you need to plan the perfect caribbean cruise—from timing and ships to ports and excursions.

Silversea Fleet Review: Which Ship Is Right for You?

October 17, 2025 · 5 min read

A detailed look at Silversea's ships and which ones match different travel styles.

Budget Cruiser's Guide: Maximizing Your Experience

October 10, 2025 · 5 min read

Specialized tips for budget travelers looking to get the most out of their cruise vacation.

Best Cruise Destinations for April: Where to Sail This Month

October 3, 2025 · 5 min read

The ideal cruise destinations for April based on weather, pricing, and crowd levels.

Best Cruises for Seniors: Accessibility, Pace, and Comfort Considered

September 26, 2025 · 5 min read

Updated guide with the latest information and expert recommendations.

Azamara Asia Cruises: Itinerary Guide

September 19, 2025 · 5 min read

Exploring asia with Azamara—routes, ships, and what to expect.

Adventure Bermuda Cruises: Tailored Experiences

September 12, 2025 · 5 min read

How to plan the perfect adventure cruise to bermuda—specialized tips and recommendations.

Cruise Insider Tips: What Experienced Travelers Know

September 5, 2025 · 5 min read

Expert insights that transform good cruises into great ones.

New england Cruises: Complete Planning Guide for 2026

August 29, 2025 · 5 min read

Everything you need to plan the perfect new england cruise—from timing and ships to ports and excursions.

Royal Caribbean Fleet Review: Which Ship Is Right for You?

August 22, 2025 · 5 min read

A detailed look at Royal Caribbean's ships and which ones match different travel styles.

Romantic Cruiser's Guide: Maximizing Your Experience

August 15, 2025 · 5 min read

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

August 8, 2025 · 5 min read

The ideal cruise destinations for August based on weather, pricing, and crowd levels.

Cruise Tipping: A Complete Guide to Gratuities and When to Tip Extra

August 1, 2025 · 5 min read

Updated guide with the latest information and expert recommendations.

Norwegian Hawaii Cruises: Itinerary Guide

July 25, 2025 · 5 min read

Exploring hawaii with Norwegian—routes, ships, and what to expect.

Luxury Australia Cruises: Tailored Experiences

July 18, 2025 · 5 min read

How to plan the perfect luxury cruise to australia—specialized tips and recommendations.

Cruise Insider Tips: What Experienced Travelers Know

July 11, 2025 · 5 min read

Expert insights that transform good cruises into great ones.

Caribbean Cruises: Complete Planning Guide for 2026

July 4, 2025 · 5 min read

Everything you need to plan the perfect caribbean cruise—from timing and ships to ports and excursions.

Princess Fleet Review: Which Ship Is Right for You?

June 27, 2025 · 5 min read

A detailed look at Princess's ships and which ones match different travel styles.

Family Cruiser's Guide: Maximizing Your Experience

June 20, 2025 · 5 min read

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

June 13, 2025 · 5 min read

The ideal cruise destinations for December based on weather, pricing, and crowd levels.

Expedition Cruises for Beginners: What to Expect on a Small Ship Adventure

June 6, 2025 · 5 min read

Updated guide with the latest information and expert recommendations.

Disney Asia Cruises: Itinerary Guide

May 30, 2025 · 5 min read

Exploring asia with Disney—routes, ships, and what to expect.

Wellness Bermuda Cruises: Tailored Experiences

May 23, 2025 · 5 min read

How to plan the perfect wellness cruise to bermuda—specialized tips and recommendations.

Cruise Insider Tips: What Experienced Travelers Know

May 16, 2025 · 5 min read

Expert insights that transform good cruises into great ones.

New england Cruises: Complete Planning Guide for 2026

May 9, 2025 · 5 min read

Everything you need to plan the perfect new england cruise—from timing and ships to ports and excursions.

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