About Travel by Phillip Mark

Practical cruise planning, destination guides, and the group and pre- and post-cruise logistics that shape a trip.

This blog covers the decisions that come up around a cruise, from comparing Carnival and MSC sailings to coordinating a group and choosing where to stay before or after embarkation.

Each article aims to give you a clear starting point for planning, with realistic preparation for ports and embarkation cities. For further trip planning, the Plan Your Trip destination is linked throughout the site.

Send a note with your question about a Carnival or MSC sailing, group travel, or a stay before or after your cruise.