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June 30, 2024
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June 22, 2024
Pulpit Rock

Norwegian Fjords

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Enchanted princess video

A quick video of a cabin on Enchated Princess

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March 05, 2024
Norwegian ENCORE

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September 27, 2024
Disney sail away

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September 24, 2024
Norwegian Luna

In case you haven't heard, on September 18, 2024, NCL announced its newest ship in the Prima Plus Class, Norwegian Luna™, setting sail in 2026! Mirroring her sister ship, Norwegian Aqua™, Luna is thoughtfully designed for every phase of your vacation, so every moment has space to shine.

September 24, 2024
Pictures from the Ritz

A great place to stay at fort lauderdale beach

September 22, 2024
Ritz Carlton Fort Lauderdale
A review of the Ritz

I will be posting some pictures from the Ritz over the next day or two on this page.  Here is a video of my room. 

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Built as a St. Regis in 2009, it was quickly renovated to be a Ritz, and it is absolutely a beautiful property.  From the moment you step foot in the lobby, you feel welcomed, comfortable and relaxed.  Check in took less than 2 minutes, the staff was extremely pleasant and accommodating.  They will offer you fruit and water and explain how to find your room.  I chose to use a bellman, which made going up to the room much easier and relaxing.

The room was large and spacious (not cluttered) with a well placed TV and a beautiful view of the pool and Fort Lauderdale beach.  The bed was pillowtop and comfortable.  The pillows were not my favorite, however, I always have issues with pillows.  I have no doubt you will be extremely comfortable and relaxed in your room.  The TV in your room allows you to connect to Netflix and Pandora, if you'd like to kick back with a movie or music of your choice.

In the morning, coffee and water will be set by the elevators, complimentary to guests, a nice touch.

Burlock Coast, the restaurant on site had great food, service and atmosphere.  The bar was fun and enjoyable.  I had breakfast here each morning and had dinner once.  All of my meals were the proper size, temp and tasted great.  The service is next level, everyone is cheerful and happy to help with a smile.

The pool bar and pool area is spacious and never crowded like other hotels.  Even on Saturday, there were plenty of chairs and space to hang at the pool and enjoy the property.

I highly recommend the Ritz Carlton Fort Lauderdale for any type of trip.  Want to do a week in Fort Lauderdale?  This is the place to stay.  Want to do a couple nights pre cruise, the Ritz will help you start your trip with comfort style.  Even a staycation, the Ritz will be amazing.  The spa and gym will get your day started.

Let me know how I can help get you booked at the Ritz!

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June 14, 2024
European Grand Adventure
Biking my way across the Danube

Im off to a grand adventure!

 
Join me on this page and IG: acescruising.  I will have updates about this exciting, adventurous and informative trip!
 
 
Day one - (June 15/16)
 
 
I chose to fly NORSE airline from MCO so I could sit in premium.  I got a good deal to fly one way to London.  I have about 6 hours to use in London but I do have to transfer airports.  I have plans to meet up with a local couple I met on a cruise last year.  That evening I will fly to Amsterdam and stay the night at an airport hotel.
 
Day two - June 17
 
 
I will take the train from Amsterdam to Rotterdam to board the Celebrity Silhouette (I plan on doing a live stream for VIP members from the ship at cruisetalk.locals.com approx 4pm local time. (around 10am EST) We sail for the Norwegian Fjords!!
 
Day 3 (day one of the cruise)
 
 
A nice sea day to rest, recover and catch up on work.
 
Day 4
 
 
Molde, Norway.  The town of Roses! I booked a small group tour with the cruise line.  This tour includes a ferry ride through the Fjords, and of course the Trollstigen! This road was opened just before WW2 and is famous for its hairpin turns.  Should be a great day!
 
Day 5
 
 
Olden, Norway - I booked with the cruise line, going to do a troll car (electric buggy) through Jostedalsbreen National Park!
 
Day 6 -
 
 
Alesund, Norway.
 
More stunning views of Norway and an excursion with the cruise line visiting Stigfoss waterfall and Stordal church.
 
Day 7 
 
 
Stavanger, Norway - the last stop on the Fjords cruise
 
Today I will head out to pulpit rock.  A short hike takes us 2000 feet above Lysefjord to famous Pulpit rock, a cliffside with absolutely no safety precautions!  Someone just died there a few weeks ago.
 
Day 9 - 
 
 
After A day at sea, I will tour a bit around Rotterdam before going back to Amsterdam for two nights.
 
Pro tip -  keep track of your travels with your mytrip page on my website!  https://www.acescruising.com/MyTrips/login
 
Days 9 and 10 (June 24)
 
 
 
Post cruise, I will stay at the Sofitel legend in Amsterdam.  This hotel is the oldest in Amsterdam very famous and filled with luxury.  I am looking forward to staying at this hotel.  The next day I have two tours planned, a bike ride around the city and in the evening a tour of some of the hot spots in Amsterdam.  More to come!
 
Day 11
 
 
I will take an early train to Brussels, Belgium.  After about a two hour ride, Ill go to my city center hotel and meet my tour, which includes waffles, whisky and chocolate.
 
Day 12 - Right now, this is open and I do not have any plan. However I will find something soon.
 
Day 13/14
 
 
A short flight to Berlin.  I'm staying in the city center and have a bike ride tour that afternoon. The following day, I have left open, however, I intend to book an excursion of some sort soon.
 
Day 15-18 (June 30-July 3)
 
 
Today I will take a one way tour from Berlin to Prague.  The tour his some highlights and takes around 7 hours.  Should be a great day. Once I get to Prague, I have booked a stay at Hotel Kralov for 3 nights.  I have a few things in mind for Prague but nothing official just yet.
 
Day 19 (July 3)
 
 
Today starts a Backroads (travel vendor) River cruise and Bike ride through the Danube River Valley. We will take a bus ride from Prague to Vilshofen, Germany to board the beautiful AMA Sonata! Ill have lots of videos and pictures to share along the way.  I have chosen the Vilshofen Route: 32 Miles
 
Day 20
 
 
Passau - We have a few different adventures to do today, first I will be riding the Austrian Hills Route: 35 Miles, and then a walking tour of Passau that afternoon.  The ship will sail at 10PM so plenty of time for activities.
 
Day 21
 
 
Linz, Austria - I havent decided what to do yet, there is a full day of excursions that sound interesting however I also want to bike ride.  I will report back on this later.
 
Day 22
 
 
Melk, Austria.  This will be probably the longest and toughest day of biking on the tour.  I chose the The Hills Are Alive Route: 42 Miles.  Should be some great views and countryside viewing.  The highlight probably being the Melk Abbey, however, there will be a lot of great sights to take in.
 
Day 23 
 
 
Vienna - According to my map, this should be an easy riding day.  Klosterneuburg Loop: 28 Miles.  No hills really and a lot of wine on the route!  Cant wait.
 
Day 24
 
 
Bratslavia, Slovakia - Bratislava Route: 46 Miles.  Lots of castles, villages and  Donau-Auen National Park, one of the last remaining wetlands in Europe.  Not to mention, biergartens!
 
Day 25 - Budapest - will be the last day of the cruise/bike tour.  We have walking tours planned.
 
Day 26-29 
 
 
I will stay in Budapest for some post cruise touring.
 
Day 30 (July 14) I return home.
 
 
I gave a very short summary of this trip, however, I will be posting daily while away, There may be updates and changes and highlights to follow!  I hope to hear some questions and comments from all of you.  Follow me on IG: acescruising and of course on locals VIP cruisetalk.locals.com
 
Thank you for all your support!
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June 11, 2024
2023 AcesCruising VIP cruise
A quick recap of a great cruise!
On December 19, 2023 I hosted the first ever Acescruising.com "sail with us" cruise!
 What an absolute blast this cruise was.  Great times.
 
The cruise was on the beautiful Celebrity Equinox, one of my favorite ships.  The food was excellent and the service was great.  
 
Celebrity had all of its Christmas decorations out, to make the cruise extra special.
 
Celebrity Christmas
 
 
This cruise went to Cozumel and Nassau, two of the most common ports on shorter cruises.  Both of these ports offer something for everyone.  In Cozumel, I decided to relax with a friend at "No Name Bar" just a short ride from the ship.  It sits on the beach and has a nice pool area.  great service.  Its a laid back day in Cozumel.  Stop by "Welcome to Miami" for one of the best Mojitos you will ever have.
 
"No Name Bar" with a new friend
 
In Nassau, a lot of the group, including myself went to the Private island of Pearl.  A decent place to swim and snorkel, but not really my favorite.  Thankfully I was with a great group of guests. I probably wouldn't recommend this excursion, but it wasn't "bad" let me know if youd like to hear more.
 
Guests at Pearl Island
 
I have to say that this cruise was a major success and one of my favorites.  The people in the group and the overall vibe of the cruise was really fun.  I hope to have another group cruise before the 2025 edition in Japan!
 
If you have any questions about the Celebrity Equinox, let me know.  However I will say overall I would recommend it to just about anyone!  Its a great ship.
 
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