Pacific.Tips 2025.02.09 🏈

Your Sunday, February 11, 2025 Travel Update

Hey Everyone,

Happy Super Bowl Sunday! 🏈 Whether you’re heading to a watch party, hoping your team wins, or just in it for the commercials, today’s newsletter is packed with the latest travel stories. We’ve got a mix of game-day travel trends, cruise updates, and a few things you’ll want to know before booking your next trip. Let’s dive in!

✈️ Super Bowl Travel Surge: What You Need to Know

If you’re flying in for the game, brace yourself—airlines have added extra flights and bigger planes, but prices are through the roof. Expect packed airports, long security lines, and peak pricing on just about everything. Read more 🏈✈️

🚨 Cruise Scams Are on the Rise—Here’s How to Avoid Them

Fake travel agents are popping up all over social media, promising “too good to be true” cruise deals. Spoiler alert: They usually are. If someone’s offering a crazy discount and only takes payments through Zelle or Venmo, run the other way. Stick to well-known travel agencies or book directly through the cruise line to avoid losing your money. Read more 🚢⚠️

🇬🇷 Cruising Through the Corinth Canal Is Back

After being closed for a while, the Corinth Canal is finally reopening for cruises, and Abercrombie & Kent is leading the way with some pretty incredible itineraries. If you’re looking for a unique way to explore Greece (and avoid the Santorini crowds), this is worth checking out. Learn more 🚢✨

🐧 Thinking About an Antarctica Trip? Read This First

Antarctica is one of the most epic places you can visit, but it’s not exactly a “pack a bag and go” type of trip. Weather can change in an instant, cruises book out years in advance, and you’ll need the right gear to stay warm. If this is on your bucket list, these tips will help you plan it right. Read more ❄️🐧

🇮🇸 Explore Iceland by Ship with Nat Geo

Iceland is already stunning, but imagine seeing it from the deck of a National Geographic expedition ship. This new cruise takes you through fjords, past glaciers, and even includes guided photography tours. If Iceland is on your list, this is one of the coolest ways to see it. Check it out 🌋🚢

🐋 Princess Cruises’ New Adults-Only Whale-Watching Deck

Want to enjoy your cruise without kids running around? Discovery Princess has a new adults-only top deck, complete with infinity whirlpools, premium loungers, and some of the best whale-watching spots at sea. If you like the idea of sipping a cocktail while spotting whales, this might be your next cruise. See more 🍹🐋

🍽️ Cruise Dining Just Got More Interactive

Royal Caribbean and Holland America are changing the game when it comes to onboard dining. Expect more chef-led experiences, open-kitchen dining, and specialty tasting menus. If you’re the kind of traveler who picks cruises based on the food (no judgment here), this is great news. Read more 🍽️🚢

That’s a wrap for today! Whether you’re watching the game, planning your next trip, or just looking for a good excuse to book a cruise, I hope you found something useful here. Enjoy the rest of your weekend, and I’ll catch you in the next edition! 🌏✨

Cheers,

Dean & The Pacific.Tips Team

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