Travel Posts

Welcome to Vacations by Jaclyn's travel website! My site is dedicated to sharing information about exciting activities and must-visit destinations around the world. I believe that travel is a wonderful way to broaden your horizons and create unforgettable memories. I will share my personal travel experiences, insider tips and recommendations with you. Whether you are a seasoned traveler or a first timer, my page has something for everyone. So sit back, relax and join me on this journey of discovery and adventure!

Vacation Calories Don't Count 🍹🍽️

One thing that is never in short supply on a cruise is food options! We sailed on the Symphony of the Seas for the first time this year. There are so many different food venues to choose from and many are included in the price of your cruise! There is a hot dog place on the boardwalk, central park cafe, a Mexican grab and go taco/nachos plus the usual buffet and main dining areas. In addition there were 4 specialty dining restaurants, Johnny Rockets and the Play Makers sports

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Jul 252 min read

Valletta, Malta

My favorite port of call on our Mediterranean cruise this year was Valletta, Malta. Valletta is the capital city of Malta. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for history, stunning Baroque architecture and vibrant cultural environment. It was founded by the Knights of St. John in the 16th century. The view from the ship as we sailed into port was absolutely picturesque. It looked like we were arriving to a medieval city. At noon and 4pm they fire cannons from the p

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Jul 121 min read

Katakolon, Greece

The second port stop on our Mediterranean cruise was Katakolon, Greece. Katakolon is located in the Peloponnese which is a peninsula on the southern portion of Greece. It is a small coastal town not far from Olympia. The biggest tourist attraction for this port is Ancient Olympia, featuring the ruins of temples and statues and the site of the inaugaral Ancient Olympic Games. For thousands of years, athletes from across the Greek world would gather and comepte in honor of Z

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Jun 141 min read

Saranda, Albania

Our first port stop on our recent Mediterranean cruise was Saranda, Albania. Saranda is a seaside city on the southern coast of Albania on the Ionian Sea. It was originally a quiet fishing village but has grown into one of Albania's most popular coastal destinations. On a clear day you can see the Greek island of Corfu across the narrow strait. The city has over 300 days of sunshine yearly. A short drive or walk down the shoreline from the cruise terminal is a waterfront pro

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Jun 72 min read

Sapphire Princess Cruise

Unfortunately, 2025 was a slow travel year for me so it has been awhile since I have posted a new blog. This year is starting off busier though! We recently returned from an amazing Mediterranean cruise. It was our first Princess cruise. We typically sail on Royal, but I wanted to try a different cruise line. Our cruise started and ended in Civitavecchia and included the following ports Sarande, Albania, Katakolon, Greece, Valletta, Malta, Catania, Sicily, and Naples, It

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May 32 min read