I didn’t expect a five-night cruise to change my life—but somewhere between the Bamboo Lounge, sea days, and that quiet LGBTQ+ meetup, it did. This is the story of how one spontaneous trip cracked something open… and set the course for Spellbound Voyages.
Think of this as your travel group chat — just prettier. Some days, you’ll find real-talk tips to help you skip the stress. Other days? A little story, a cruise recap, or something magical I want to remember. It’s part diary, part advice column, and all heart — here to help you feel inspired, prepared, and maybe a little bit spellbound.
A not-so-peaceful escape that still found its magic — and involved one cat, a vibrating RV, and more rumble strips than I care to count.
First-time cruising? This real-talk guide covers the things no one tells you — like why your carry-on is clutch, why getting lost is part of the fun, and why it’s totally okay to skip the show. Let’s make your first cruise feel magical, not overwhelming.
I didn’t expect a five-night cruise to change my life—but somewhere between the Bamboo Lounge, sea days, and that quiet LGBTQ+ meetup, it did. This is the story of how one spontaneous trip cracked something open… and set the course for Spellbound Voyages.