There are four phases to a successful adventure. The first phase is to plan and research your adventure. It is one of my favorite parts of going on a vacation. Googling your destination and reading about others advice is a great way to maximize your time on your adventure. But, going through the mountains of information on the internet can take hours and sometimes they aren't always honest reviews. How do you know which excursion company to trust and what adventure will help you make the most memories during your time?

I used to avoid cruises because I felt like I was an animal in steerage being herded from place in long lines to get on or off the ship or when it was time to eat. That was until I found a out a few game changing explorer tips - now I love to cruise! With careful planning, you can avoid most cruise ship lines altogether and have more time to explore on much anticipated adventures!