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Explore the ABC Islands with friends of Postcard Jar

Ann — Sun, 29 Sep 2024 13:35:32 +0000

Are you ready to embark on a tropical paradise adventure in the dead of winter? We’re thrilled to announce our next Postcard Jar Friends Cruise to the breathtaking ABC Islands aboard the luxurious Celebrity Silhouette in January 2026! Secure your spot HERE! Note: You MUST book through THIS LINK to get the discounted group pricing and perks and be included in group events. We’ve heard from so many of our followers that the ABC Islands are on their bucket list. Likewise, they’re on our bucket list, too, and we’re excited to explore them with you for the very first time. We’re especially excited to visit the island of Bonaire. Our good friend, Gio Soliano, is from Bonaire and he and his wife, Kimberly are planning to join us on the cruise. What are the ABC Islands? The ABC Islands, consisting of Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao, undoubtedly offer a vibrant blend of Caribbean culture, stunning beaches, and crystal-clear waters. From exploring ancient ruins to snorkeling with colorful marine life, there’s something for everyone on this unforgettable journey. Experience the Celebrity Silhouette Indulge in the epitome of luxury aboard the revolutionized Celebrity Silhouette. This award-winning ship boasts elegant accommodations, world-class dining options, […]

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Postcard Jar Friends Group Cruise on Celebrity Reflection (Part 1)

Steve and Ann — Sat, 17 Aug 2024 13:32:05 +0000

Our first Postcard Jar Friends Group Cruise on the Celebrity Reflection was such a blast! Here are a few highlights from our inaugural group cruise to the Eastern Caribbean with Celebrity Cruises. Arriving in Fort Lauderdale All 58 sailors in our group arrived in Fort Lauderdale at least one day before our cruise. After chatting in our Facebook group and seeing each other on Zoom calls, it was so nice to finally so many friends in person the day before our cruise. Embarkation day for our group cruise on Celebrity Reflection After anticipating the Postcard Jar Friends Cruise for more than a year – embarkation day was finally here! We got on board as quickly as possible and delivered customized door magnets and lanyards to each cabin in our group. Our thoughtful travel agents at Dream Vacations also made arrangements for chocolate covered strawberries and wine to be delivered to each cabin as a welcome gift. Everyone made their own arrangements to get to the ship and we all met onboard that afternoon near the Sunset Bar for the sail away from Fort Lauderdale. Several of our cruisers purchased Postcard Jar Friends Cruise t-shirts so we could easily recognize people […]

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Is The Retreat worth it on Celebrity Cruises?

Steve and Ann — Sun, 07 Jul 2024 23:34:05 +0000

Is Celebrity Cruises’ “The Retreat” worth it? We see this question asked often online and hear it when we’re aboard Celebrity Cruises ships. The Retreat is ship-within-a-ship concept offering specialized, upgraded amenities and services for those who book suites. All suite categories (Sky Suite and above) have access to The Retreat. Regular readers of this blog know that we adore cruising – especially with Celebrity Cruises. We’ve purchased 25 Celebrity Cruises since 2013 and 22 of them have been in The Retreat. We enjoy cruising so much that we’re even hosting a Postcard Jar Friends Cruise aboard the Celebrity Reflection in January of 2025. You should consider joining us! PIN FOR LATER What’s included in The Retreat on Celebrity Cruises? The first thing you’ll notice that makes The Retreat worth it is the priority boarding. Suite guests have access to their own, typically quickly-moving line. In Celebrity’s Terminal 25 in Fort Lauderdale, there is even a private boarding lounge for Retreat guests. With comfortable seating, fresh-baked pastries, and drinks, you’ll wait in style for your turn to check in. The check-in process is super-easy, as well. You just sit in one of the comfy chairs until a staff member comes […]

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What I packed vs. what I wore on our Alaskan cruise

Ann — Wed, 26 Jun 2024 13:00:43 +0000

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An Alaskan adventure: Our second Postcard Jar Friends Cruise

Steve — Tue, 18 Jun 2024 22:09:43 +0000

Our second Postcard Jar Friends Cruise to Alaska featured snow-capped mountains, serene glacier bays, and so many new friendships. It was an unforgettable week-long adventure on the Celebrity Cruises Edge filled with breathtaking scenery and endless opportunities to create memories that will last a lifetime. Here’s a recap: Pre-cruise activities in Seattle Most of the 85 people on our Postcard Jar Friends Cruise to Alaska arrived in Seattle a day or two early (which we always recommend). They spent the day touring the Emerald City and its highlights, including Pike Place Market, the Chihuly Gardens and Glass Museum and the Space Needle. As for us, we packed in quite a bit in the day and half we spent there before boarding the ship. We stayed at the Hampton Inn – Downtown and walked to the Space Needle, MoPOP Museum, Chihuly Gardens and Glass Museum, and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation Museum. PIN FOR LATER Time to set sail on the Postcard Jar Friends Cruise to Alaska Once everyone boarded the ship, we met in the Rooftop Garden for a sail away gathering. Everyone had a chance to meet each other and wave goodbye to Seattle as the ship slipped […]

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