Welcome to Living on Cruise Control! I’m Laura and after decades working in the corporate world, I took my foot off the gas and set sail on a new adventure - living on cruise ships while exploring the world. I’m on a mission to inspire and guide you through the exciting journey of escaping the corporate grind and embracing a life of full-time travel.
This platform is your go-to resource for practical tips, insights, and inspiration on how to navigate the transition to a life of freedom, travel, and discovery. From budget travel hacks to inside tips on living remotely at sea, I share my experiences and lessons learned along the way so you can follow and create your own unique journey.
Ready to take the plunge and live a life of adventure? Join me as I lift my foot off the gas and embrace a life on CRUISE CONTROL!!
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🚢 Something unexpected happened on Sun Princess…
We were supposed to dock in Corsica — but fishermen lined up boats across the harbor entrance and blocked the port.
Our captain even tried negotiating with them.
After hours waiting offshore, the port stop was canceled.
I was actually onboard when it happened and filmed the entire experience.
Watch the video here:
https://youtu.be/Wu2IPYp3MDg
Have you ever had a cruise skip a port unexpectedly?
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🌍 NEW VIDEO: Barcelona Cruise Port Day 🇪🇸
I missed my shuttle this morning… 😅
…and it turned into one of my favorite port days.
Sometimes the best travel moments happen when you stop trying to control everything and just go with the flow 🌴
In this video, I take you walking through Barcelona — from the cruise port to La Rambla, hidden streets, local shops, and one amazing coffee stop ☕
🎥 Watch here:
https://youtu.be/PJ1M2Gy16KA
💬 Have you ever had a travel day not go as planned… but it ended up even better?
💌 NEW: I’m sending handwritten postcards from the ports I visit around the world
You won’t know where it’s coming from… and that’s part of the fun 🌍
👉 form.jotform.com/260955535571060
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Confession time… 🚢💸
I finally shared the expensive mistakes I made on my first cruise — and some of them were BIG.
From buying art onboard… to overbooking excursions… to drink package confusion, casino losses, phone charges, and unexpected fees 😬
If you’re planning your first cruise, this one might save you a lot of money.
🎥 Watch here:
https://youtu.be/Np7Fa3QfLJ4
What’s ONE mistake you made on a cruise that you’ll never make again?
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Can you really earn a FREE cruise without gambling? 👀🚢
Yes… and in my new video I’m sharing 14 ways it can happen 💰
From onboard credit to discounts to stacking perks — there are SO many strategies most cruisers never use.
I also break down exactly how I combine these to cruise full-time while living bougie on a budget ✨
Watch now 👇
https://youtu.be/cxKxiJd8rv0
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I lived on the Star Princess for 4 months… and I finally put together my honest review 🚢💙
This is not a quick first impression.
In this new video, I’m sharing:
➡️ what I liked
➡️ what I loved
➡️ what I’d skip next time
After really living onboard, some things impressed me even more… and a few definitely did not.
🎥 Watch here:
https://youtu.be/LYQSZvNmSQA
For real-time updates on my adventures living on cruise ships, feel free to follow me:
📷 Instagram: www.instagram.com/LivingOnCruiseControl/
Have you sailed on Star Princess yet? What would be on your love-it or skip-it list?
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🚪 NEW VIDEO! What’s behind this door on Sun & Star Princess?
It’s one of the most exclusive spaces onboard: the Suite Lounge / Signature Lounge Club — a 2-story aft lounge with snacks, drinks, events, and a suite concierge desk (skip Guest Services lines!) 🟦 🌊 ✨
🎥 Watch here: https://youtu.be/er4tO46T2NY
Question: If you could pick ONE suite perk, which is it?
➡️ Quiet private lounge
➡️ Concierge help
➡️ Snacks / drinks + events
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New video is up! 🌊🚢🌅
Touring Star Princess Room 17636 — a Vista Penthouse Aft Corner Suite with a wraparound balcony and incredible aft views.
➡️ Bonus: We’re right next door to Love by Britto 🍽️
I’ll pin a comment if any noise is an issue.
Watch here 🎥👇
https://youtu.be/54K4BgUu1-M
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🧵 ⚓ NEW VIDEO! Did you know you can get custom embroidery onboard Star Princess — and it’s the only Princess ship offering it right now?
I show the machine, threads, fonts, pricing, turnaround time, and the best items to personalize.
Watch here: https://youtu.be/Kmvg3BwKfnk
👇 What would you embroider first: hat, jacket, towel, tote, or backpack?
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🚢 NEW VIDEO: Back-to-Back Cruises (B2B) — Turnaround Day Step-by-Step ✅
“They leave… you stay.” I filmed the real process on Star Princess in Fort Lauderdale: timing, where to sit, what to bring, and the smooth in-transit flow.
▶️ Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3f2oe...
Question 👇
Do you prefer doing a B2B in the same cabin or switching rooms for a change?
Want my Turnaround Day Checklist early? 📩
Email: LivingOnCruiseControl@gmail.com
(subject: TURNAROUND CHECKLIST)
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New video is live 🎥 ⭐
Kiley and I went to Bellini’s on Star Princess and asked for their #1 non-alcoholic drink and #1 alcoholic drink—then taste-tested both 🍹 🌊
Watch here: https://youtu.be/QYL2iEBgmJ0
And check out Kiley’s channel: youtube.com/@simplycruising
Team Mocktail or Team Tiramisu? 👇
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