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In this episode we're switching things up a little bit and sharing some foggy cruise memories. The kids also join in to share some of their favorite things about cruising.

0:00 Intro

1:00 Meet the Kids

4:49 Cruising for 3 Decades

6:54 Power Hour

9:09 Pizza and Comedy

11:47 DIY Fishbowl Drinks

14:08 Jell-O Shots at Sea

16:10 Be Careful What You Pack

19:21 Cruising is an Easy Way to Travel

20:24 Lessons Learned Cruising

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The island of St. John is hands-down my favorite island in the Caribbean. A vast majority of the island is protected by the National Park System leaving it in absolutely pristine condition. Hear about how I had a panic attack and needed to be rescued by lifeguards and learn how you can visit the island (and hopefully not die).

0:00 Intro

2:25 Drowning in St. John

6:05 St. John Overview and Trunk Bay- Ranked one of the Top 10 B...

This week we're chatting about the United States Virgin Islands. The islands are the perfect spot for American to vacation- and you don't even need a passport to visit! The islands are known for their jaw dropping views, picturesque beaches, snorkeling, and amazing shopping opportunities. St. Thomas is the shopping capital of the Caribbean and is home to one of the most popular beaches in the world!

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One of the best things about Nassau is you can enjoy the port without spending a ton of money. In this episode, we'll share ideas of how you can spend the day in port without spending a lot of money. 0:00 Intro 1:37 Getting the Layout 2:25 The Straw Market 4:34 Parliament Square 6:49 Queen's Staircase 9:21 Fort Fincastle 10:29 Rum Cakes, Shopping, and Pirates (Arrrgh!) 12:44 Some of the Museums in Port 14:08 A little about the b...

Nassau, Bahamas is the most popular cruise destination in the Caribbean.  Each year nearly 4 million cruisers step foot on the island.  In this episode, we'll outline all the best thing to do in Nassau.  We'll share the best beaches, excursions, and chat about the Nassau Straw Market.

For more information on Nassau, check out our website: https://5suitcases.com/destinations/the-bahamas/nassau-the-bahamas/

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1:34 Lo...

In this episode I'll fill you in on everything you need to know before you head to Half Moon Cay.  Topics include whether or not you need to book an excursion, excursion options, super fancy cabana rentals, and the free buffet.

To learn more about Half Moon Cay, check out our articles- The Complete Guide to Half Moon Cay, 5 Facts About Half Moon Cay, and Do I Need to Book an Excursion in Half Moon Cay? 

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In our very first episode, we'll give you a little insight about who we are, how we came to be 5 Suitcases and share our first travel story with you- the tale of how we snuck into The Atlantis Bahamas.

Check out our article 5 Things To Know Before Your Trip to Atlantis Bahamas for most of the information shared in this podcast. You can also view our Atlantis Packing List to see what we suggest bringing along with you to this bucket...