Kingdom Konsultant Travel Blog

Carnival Cruise Line’s Seuss at Sea program turns cruising into a topsy-turvy tale straight from Dr. Seuss himself  where Thing 1 and Thing 2 dance through the halls and the Cat in the Hat hosts breakfast! From story time to parades, it’s a whimsical adventure your kids will never forget!

If your cruise docks in Old San Juan, you don’t need an excursion to experience historical Puerto Rico!

We recently took the Brightline from Miami to Orlando after our cruise so we could visit  Universal, which is in Orlando. The train connects Orlando to South Florida with a relaxed transit. Many cruise passengers traveling to/from Orlando or Central Florida may find this easier than balancing airport-to-port ground transfers. I stepped of my cruise ship and within 5 minutes I was at the Brightline Miami Central station at 9:00 a.m. with 3 kids and luggage in tow. We checked our bags quickly, and breezed through the security check (no need to unpack or remove electronics.) Checked bags are allowed on Miami, FLL and Orlando, and it closes 30 minutes before boarding. We chose the 9:45 a.m. train. The station was sleek and modern, with a bar/cafe. You don't have to be 2 hours early like for a flight.  Once onboard, we settled into our seats in coach, car #2. It was roomy, with generous legroom and a wide tray table. Our seats faced the seats on the other side of the table. There w...

Your cruise countdown is almost over, and you can practically feel the ocean breeze already! There’s just one last step: check-in. Don’t worry—it’s quick, simple, and the gateway to your dream vacation.

Ever wonder how travel agents operate when we go on trips? (It is our speciality after all.) We aren't gatekeeping these tips any longer! Here are 10 behind-the-scenes travel hacks that we use when we travel.

So are you looking for something different?? I mean  really  different in all of the best possible ways? I’d advise you to check out the Celebrity Silhouette for your next cruise.

Cruising is our family’s favorite vacation, as there is so much to do!

There are a lot of reasons people THINK they wouldn't like a Disney Cruise. Cruising brings up a lot of questions, and there are a lot of misconceptions out there, too. Even for seasoned Disney Parks vets, a Disney Cruise can be intimidating for a first timer, and we want to assure you, we have your back! So let’s debunk some cruising myths. Here are 5 of them: Myth #1. I’ll Get Bored  Fear of boredom seems to be a big one for people who have never cruised before. Some people seem to think that all there is to do is swim and eat. While I have done a lot of both of those on cruises, there are so many other things to do, too! It’s far more likely that you’ll get off the ship thinking of all the things you didn’t have time to do then get off thinking you were bored. The onboard Disney Cruise Line app will show you a detailed schedule of events for the day. Aside from the obvious sunning and pool activities, you’ll find animation classes, miniature golf, first run movies, cooking class...

The Disney Wish is a fantastic ship with plenty of activities for all ages, including toddlers. Here are some tips to make the most of your cruise with your little one: Before You Go Pack Smart : Bring essentials like diapers, wipes, and your child’s favorite snacks. Don’t forget swim diapers for the splash pads. Please note all snacks must be sealed in original packaging and fruit is not allowed to be brought onboard the ship. Our favorites are That's It Bars, Animal Crackers, and un-opened, commercially-packed applesauce pouches. Stroller : A lightweight, foldable stroller is handy for navigating the ship and ports of call. The smaller the better here, our Bugaboo Butterfly fits in the overhead compartments on airplanes, but couldn't get past the bed in the stateroom so we kept it folded in the closet while not out and about. Onboard Tips Nursery Services : Take advantage of the “It’s a Small World Nursery” for babysitting services. You can enjoy some adult time while your to...

Princess Cays is a private island stop located on the island of Eleuthera in the Bahamas. Owned by Princess Cruises, this 40-acre beach port is a popular stop for cruises from Princess, Carnival, and Holland America ships.  Princess Cays is a tender port, meaning passengers are ferried from the cruise ship to the island in smaller boats, and it takes 20 minutes each way. The Sea Breeze Grill, operated by cruise line staff, serves typical beach barbecue food. The menu included hot dogs, hamburgers, grilled chicken, fish, ribs,  various sides, fruit, and cookies. This complimentary BBQ lunch buffet is provided by the cruise line, but it's only available during a set time.  What to Do Here: Beach Day : Enjoy a beach day on the island's white-sand shores.  Soft sand and clear water on Princess Cays Snorkel : Bring your own gear for free snorkeling. The waters around Princess Cays have lots of marine life, including stingrays, flounder, trumpet fish, conch, and other trop...

Carnival Cruise Line ships offer many free activities for guests to enjoy during their vacation, especially on sea days. While cruising with my family, I check the app for fun, free activities we can do to stay busy together. Here are some fun and free activities that we enjoy when cruising on Carnival: 1. Mini-golf Available on all Carnival ships! We especially enjoy it at night! It can get windy up there, so go after main dining time while the ship is still moving slowly. The ship typically decreases speed during dinner time. Another great time to get in a game is right when you get onboard and the ship is still docked. 2. Get competitive Check out which table games your ship offers. We have found giant chess, giant shuffleboard, foosball, and pool on the outdoor decks. We have played Battleship, Dominoes and shuffleboard indoors in the pub and the library. Challenge one another in a game of basketball, volleyball, dodgeball, or pickleball up on the sports deck. Games will vary by s...