*Disclosure: I paid my own way to sail on the inaugural cruise July 2017 and while onboard I worked with Chico’s, Holland America, and Oprah Magazine . All blog post opinions are my own. #OMAGONHAL #OMAGINSIDERS #AD
It’s January and in Chicago this week that means single digit temperatures. BRRR. A perennial favorite activity of mine is planning vacations and right now is a wonderful time to plan another Holland America and Oprah Magazine cruise.
I took my first cruise in July on the inaugural #OMAGonHAL journey to Alaska. It was incredible to share the adventure with my fellow passengers. Being a photographer, I was like a kid in a candy store with the Alaskan grandeur at every vista. The ship was the perfect size. The accommodations, dining and entertainment were incredible. The icing on the cake of this particular cruise for me was of course seeing Oprah, Gayle King, Adam Glassman, as well as experiencing all of the OMag programming!
Five O-Mazing reasons to book an #OMAGonHAL cruise:
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Daily activities that inform and motivate, such as: Just Breathe, On Deck for a Cause, Let’s Eat!, Reading Room, and Love That!
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Go with friends but know that you’ll come home with even more!
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Relax and renew – the Greenhouse Spa on the ms Eurodam was a daily delight and the ticket to relaxation!
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Be inspired by SuperSoul 100 speakers – We enjoyed ANGELA M. DAVIS, GLENNON DOYLE MELTON and INDIA.ARIE
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Change your perspective, and be prepared to make waves for these cruises will change your life!
Three more chances to sail with #OMAGonHAL in 2018
7 DAY TROPICAL CARIBBEAN – March 3rd – 10th departing from Fort Lauderdale
Beauty Director Brian Underwood and Books Editor Leigh Haber will be on board the March sailing!
7 DAY ALASKAN EXPLORER August 11th – 8th departing from Seattle
7 DAY EASTERN CARIBBEAN – October 28th – Nov. 4th departing from Fort Lauderdale
A free trip to paradise? YES PLEASE. 1 lucky person and their guest will have the adventure of their life in the Caribbean, courtesy of @HALcruises and @OprahMagazine – more info and official rules oprah.com/paradisecruise
I said top 5 reasons, but really I could go on for pages. I am a water gal – My husband and I were married on a boat, we sail on Lake Michigan as well as in Cape Cod Bay, I am happiest and most at peace when I am on the water. To take a vacation where you are surrounded by the ocean, natures strength and beauty, as well as pairing that with the level of service the Holland America Line provided has been permanently etched on my soul.
I will be back on a future cruise. I have yet to visit the Caribbean…
Did you hear that, Universe?
Here’s to smooth sailing in 2018!
-Amy
Sounds like an incredible journey. Can’t wait to sail in August. I have a question, are men on board as well or do most people book with a friend, sister, mother? My hubby wants to come but I’m thinking it may be better with a girl friend or my mom.
Men went on the Alaska cruise in July and liked it quite a bit. 🙂
This looks like a fun cruise. The scenery must have been incredible. I don’t like the cold but I think a cruise like this would be amazing, especially with Oprah and friends.
July Aug in Alaska isn’t very cold. 50-60F and so beautiful!
Awesome post! I am still trying to say “OMAG…” in my head. What amazing opportunities!
Cool! I want to go on a cruise this year but finances might be an issue. I’ll look for this next year! Thanks for all the great pics and review.
Oh my! We are looking to plan a cruise and this one looks O- mazing! So much fun and great ports of call too.
This sounds like a trip of a life time!! I hope I get to join one soon!
We are cruising to the Caribbean in March and now I’m even MORE excited, thanks for all the great info and I sure hope to meet you one of these days!!
Looks amazing!
This looks amazing. I would love to visit Alaska, it is on my bucket list. I have never been on a cruise before so I am looking forward to adding this to my list!
These O Mag cruises look wonderful. I’m hoping to do one this year – fingers crossed! Loved your post and photos.
This looks seriously amazing!!!! We definitely want to see Alaska sometime! And I cannot WAIT for my #OMagonHAL cruise later this year!!!
~Tabitha Blue
https://freshmommyblog.com
Sounds like you had a blast on your first Cruise with Oprah Magazine! Alaska is on my bucket list!
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