Like in 2023 and 2022 , my husband and I decided to book a cruise for November 2024 around the Caribbean. This time, however, was a little different — because it was our first time cruising with a child! My husband's sister, her husband, and their 6-year-old son joined us, and we were excited to see the cruise through their eyes as first-timers. Unsurprisingly, they all enjoyed cruising (especially the 6-year-old), and we hope to plan another cruise with them soon!

Of all the Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) ships my husband and I have sailed so far, the Norwegian Joy  just might be my favorite ship yet! We had the opportunity to sail the Joy  in November 2023. Since we both have Veterans Day off, we decided to make the most of the long weekend by booking a cruise.

In November 2022, my husband and I took our 3rd cruise: A 5-day trip from Miami to Cozumel and Great Stirrup Cay on the Norwegian Sky . It's crazy to think about the fact that before October 2021, I had never been on a cruise before... and in July 2023, I'll take my 4th one! That's how much we love cruising.