This week, we’re talking about one of the most exciting new ships in cruising—Windstar’s Star Seeker.

Fresh out of the shipyard and already turning heads, this small luxury yacht is built for travelers who want fewer crowds, deeper destination experiences, and a more relaxed onboard atmosphere.

We break down what makes this ship different, where it’s sailing, and who it’s actually a great fit for.

What We Cover:

• First impressions of Star Seeker
• How it compares to other Windstar ships
• Why small ships create a completely different travel experience
• New stateroom upgrades (including infinite verandas)
• Best itineraries: Alaska, Japan, Southeast Asia
• Booking tips and why this ship is already selling far in advance

Crusty Review 🍕
Ryan reviews a local Italian spot, Pastaio, and explains why supporting local pizza spots always wins.

Who This Episode Is For:

• Travelers considering luxury or small ship cruising
• Anyone comparing cruise styles
• People who want more immersive, less crowded travel

Ready to plan your trip?
We help design the right travel experience for you—cruise or otherwise.

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The Three Faces of Disney’s Contemporary Resort

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We spent a full day at Universal’s Epic Universe during a holiday weekend—and this episode is the real breakdown.

No fluff. No highlight-only version.

We cover:

• Park layout and why it changes everything
• Ministry of Magic and Dark Universe reviews
• Super Nintendo World experience
• Ride breakdowns and crowd issues
• Whether Express Pass is worth it
• Food review including Pizza Moon
• What we’d do differently next time

If you're planning Epic Universe, this is what you need to know before you go.

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Key Takeaways

• Epic Universe requires more planning than other parks
• Ride downtime has a major impact
• Express Pass can save your day
• Two days is strongly recommended

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This week we break down a real hosted group sailing aboard Norwegian Cruise Line’s Prima — what worked, what surprised us, and where this ship really fits for travelers.

This is not a brochure talk. This is a real cruise review based on a 17-cabin hosted group sailing.

We cover:

• Norwegian’s position vs other cruise lines
• Group cruise planning strategy
• Prima ship layout and design
• Dining reservation timing tips
• Best onboard hangout spaces
• Entertainment scheduling issues
• CruiseFirst vs CruiseNext booking programs
• Who this ship is best for

Plus — Ryan reviews the oversized “appetizer” pizza at Scarpetta.

Need help planning a Norwegian or group cruise? Contact us.

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Is Discovery Cove worth the price — and where does it fit into a Disney or Universal vacation?

In this episode of One Slice at a Time, Stephanie shares a full, start-to-finish review of her Discovery Cove day in Orlando, including the dolphin swim, snorkeling lagoon, lazy river through the aviary, food, drinks, and what surprised her most.

Ryan helps break it all down from a traveler and planner point of view — who this experience is right for, who should skip it, and how to use it as a rest day between park days or before a cruise.

We cover:
• What’s included with your Discovery Cove ticket
• Dolphin swim experience details
• Snorkeling with rays and tropical fish
• Lazy river through caves and aviary
• Food, snacks, drinks, and bar packages
• Cabanas — when they make sense
• Best timing in a Disney or Universal trip
• Value vs theme park pricing
• Who should and should not book this day

Plus Ryan’s Crusty Review of Mellow Mushroom near SeaWorld.

If you want help planning your Orlando trip or adding Discovery Cove the right way, our contact info is in the show notes.

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It’s Stephanie’s birthday episode — so this week is all about her favorite trips, cruise picks, splurge choices, and smart travel tips for busy families.

We talk about:

• Dream beach days in Virgin Gorda
• Disney Cruise Line for both families and adults
• Concierge and suite upgrades
• Packing and time-saving systems
• Favorite snorkeling trips
• Why weekend cruises are the best short vacation
• A local St. Louis pizza review

If you want help planning your next cruise or family trip, reach out! We here to help!

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We’re breaking down what a Disney VIP Tour REALLY includes, what it costs, and who it’s best for — based on our real VIP tour experience across all four Disney parks in one day. Plus Ryan’s Crusty Review features pizza spring rolls!

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Disney Cruise Line has a brand-new ship — and this one is bold, villain-packed, and seriously fun.

In this episode of One Slice at a Time, Ryan and Stephanie break down the Disney Destiny, including what makes it feel familiar (if you’ve sailed the Wish or Treasure) and what makes it totally different the second you step into the Grand Hall.

We’re talking:
✅ Short sailings out of Fort Lauderdale (3–5 nights)
✅ Why Destiny doesn’t feel like a “sampler cruise”
✅ The Haunted Mansion bar experience (and why you have to stay long enough for the full effect)
✅ Cruella’s lounge — dramatic, stylish, and chaotic in the best way
✅ The brand-new Hercules stage show (and why it surprised Ryan)
✅ The Haunted Mansion interactive scavenger hunt using your MagicBand
✅ Ryan’s Crusty Review of Francesca’s pizza in Port St. Lucie
✅ The truth about adult dining upgrades (and why it may NOT be your best move on your first cruise)

If you’ve been curious about Disney Cruise Line but didn’t want to commit to a full week, this ship might be your perfect entry point.

🍕 And if you want help planning your cruise the right way (without missing the best stuff), reach out — we’re travel advisors, and we do this every day.

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In this episode of One Slice at a Time, Stephanie and Ryan play Would You Rather: Travel Edition — tackling the travel choices that actually shape your trip.

Nonstop flights or cheaper connections?
Ship first or itinerary first?
Location over price?
Rides or energy at Disney?

These aren’t hypothetical questions. They’re decisions real travel advisors help clients make every day.

Expect honest answers, different priorities, and a few strong pizza opinions during The Crusty Review.

If you and your travel partner never agree on how to travel, this episode might explain why.

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