This breakdown is a look at my experience on my Eastern Caribbean cruise aboard the Regal Princess right before the world went into lockdown.

Preparation & Departure

• Announcing The Princess Regal Cruise – The big reveal of the next adventure.
• Regal Princess – Background and history of the Ship.
• Packing the Suitcase – Fitting everything in for the week.
• Packing the Tech Bag – The gear required for travel vlogging.
• The Parking Spot – Airport parking logistics.
• Airport, SLC – Navigating Salt Lake City International.
• JetBlue Flight – The red-eye journey from SLC to Fort Lauderdale.

Arrival & Embarkation

• Airport, Fort Lauderdale – Landing at 5 AM and waiting for the day to start.
• Getting from the Airport to the Ship – Why Lyft beat the Princess shuttle.
• Embarking the Ship – Boarding the Regal Princess at Terminal 2.
• Food Options – A look at the dining venues on board.
• Overview of Sunday, February 16, 2020 – Recapping the long journey to the Ship.

Day 1: Princess Cays, Bahamas (February 17)

• Princess Cays, Bahamas – Exploring the private island on Eleuthera.
• Excursions on Princess Cays – Lounging in a clamshell and beach vibes.
• Monday, February 17, 2020 Overview – Spending a birthday in the Caribbean.

Day 2: Sea Day (February 18)

• February 18, 2020, Sea Day – Relaxing while “limping” toward the next Port.
• Food of Tuesday, February 18, 2020 – Buffet breakfasts and Alfredo’s.
• February 18, 2020, Sea Day Overview – Schedule changes and Ship life.

Day 3: St. Maarten (February 19)

• St. Maarten – Visiting the Dutch and French sides of the island.
• St. Maarten, Excursions – Touring options for the island.
• My Excursion on St. Maarten – A trip to the famous airport beach.
• February 19, 2020, St. Maarten Overview – Engine troubles and a late arrival.

Day 4: St. Thomas & St. John (February 20)

• St. Thomas, Virgin Islands – Arriving at the beautiful USVI.
• St. Thomas Excursions – Things to do in Port.
• My Excursion on St. Thomas – Choosing where to go on the island.
• Food for Thursday, February 20, 2020 – Pork chops and shrimp cocktail.
• February 20, 2020, Overview – Heading over to St. John for the day.