DIY Port Day

Watching the Salmon in Ketchikan: The Best Part of Our Very Short Port Day

Mr. 'n' Mrs. NobodyAugust 25, 2026August 25, 2026013 mins

Ketchikan was one of the shortest port days on our Norwegian Encore Alaska cruise, and that can create pressure to squeeze as much as possible into a few hours. Instead, one of our favorite parts of the morning was completely free. We spent 15 to 20 minutes watching salmon fight their way upstream near the…

Majestic Princess British Isles Cruise Port Strategy: When to Book Excursions and When to DIY

Mr. 'n' Mrs. NobodyJune 4, 2026June 14, 2026037 mins

A British Isles cruise on Majestic Princess is the kind of trip where port strategy matters. This is not usually a beach-and-pool itinerary where you can casually wander off the ship, walk a few blocks, and feel like you have seen the best of the destination. Some ports are easy to explore on your own….