March Madness: Travel Mad Lib!

Do you remember the word game MAD LIBS? Well, I don't know if many of you remember or have ever played--but you are first asked to list a series of words (nouns,verbs, and adjectives etc) and plug them into a story! Well in keeping up with the MADNESS of MARCH, here is a Travel Mad Lib (that I found on a travel blog).Enjoy!

My travels began a year ago when I was __biking_________ and praying to ____God_______ in the washroom. Because of my ___dog_____, I realized how much I hated my life and decided right then and there to quit my job as a __rockstar_____ and travel on a journey to _____London_____, ______Thailand_____, and ________China____ by _____jet______.
In __London________ I learned to speak ___Creole________ which came in use when I had to escape a mob of angry ___Puerto Ricans________. Then I met this cute guy/girl who kept hitting on me but I was too busy eating _____pizza________ to care. In fact, I ate so much that I can't fit into my _____underwear______ anymore!
Next I traveled to ____Thailand_______ where I decided to get in touch with my spiritual side. I visited the ___Cathedral______ daily but all I could really think about was what I'm going to do now that I can't fit into my clothes anymore. Luckily I bumped into _________Obama___ one day and we spent a day bonding together by shopping at ____H&M______.
Lastly, my travels took me to _____China_____ where I raised $_____3______ by selling ________table___ to buy a house for a friend. I was also invited to a party where I met a lot of expats from _______Kenya___ . It was there when I met a really attractive ____Australian_______ and fell madly in love. As a result, I don't have time to write anymore because I haven't been out of the bedroom in days....
If you wish to know what I've been doing in said bedroom (*wink wink*), buy my sequel - it comes out in ______2012____ !

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To Cruise or Not To Cruise

What's the best way to get a bang for your buck with vacation? CRUISES! Most people are hesitant when it comes to cruising, because it's something strange about being on a boat for 3 or 5 days. What will I do at sea for 6 days? How are the rooms? What if something happens? Well we at JSD have the inside scoop on cruises!

Q. Where can I cruise to?

A. Depending on where you are departing from just about anywhere! Most ports (where cruiseships depart from) in South Florida will cruise to places like the Bahamas, Jamaica, St. Martin/St.Thomas. Ports leaving from Mobile, Texas, or even Tampa will cruise to Mexico. Check out an Alaskan Cruise if you're feeling adventurous!

Q. About how much do they cost?

A. Depending on the length of your cruise and where it's going it can cost anywhere from as low as $200 to as high as $7000 (usually the price for 5+ destinations longer than a week). All rates are based on a double occupancy, so the more people sharing your cabin the better. Also longer cruises tend to be higher. TIP: Book well in advance!

Q. What is included with the price?

A. The best thing about cruising is the price is all inclusive! Food as well as non-carbonated beverages, and activities onboard are included with the price you pay! You are well fed morning, noon, and night plus late night hours if you're still up. What's not included is your transportation to the port (unless you book a package with a site like orbitz.com), alcoholic beverages, or any off-shore excursions. So just bring extra cash for souvenirs, drinks and excursions and you're all set!

Q. What is there to do on board the ship?

A. PLENTY! You will def never have a dull moment. We cruised with Royal Caribbean on their Enchantment of the Seas, and I must say there was never a moment when we were like what's next? They had musicals going on in the auditorium, a rock climbing wall, pools, a dessert showcase, karaoke, and a nightclub! The list goes on. If you find yourself asking What Next?-Relax. It's Vacation.

Miscellaneous Info

-You can also go on Island Excursions by booking through the cruiseline before you make the stops to your destination. The excursions could be a picnic at the beach or drive down to a waterfall. Don't go with a native from the island. Your best bet to STAY safe is to book your excursion with the cruiseline.

-Also, make sure you have the proper documentation to travel-cruising is INTERNATIONAL, so you will need a passport!

-If you think you will be seasick, pick up Dramamine from Walgreens!

-YOU'RE ALL SET!