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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🚢 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
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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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Want an easy way to meet people on a cruise AND have some casino fun? 🎲⚓️
In my new video, I show how a slot pull works, how to find your cruise Facebook group, and our real payout on Star Princess.
🎥 Watch 👉 https://youtu.be/Ethiutz22WE
Comment: Quit while ahead… or keep spinning? 👀
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🚪✨ NEW VIDEO IS LIVE: I went behind the swinging door of my favorite cruise ship restaurant and interviewed the Head Chef on Star Princess.
We talk: hiring, food freshness (even on longer sailings), dietary needs, and what the galley is really like.
Watch here: https://youtu.be/Y4LpezYO79U
Question for you: If you could ask a cruise ship chef ONE thing, what would it be? 👇
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🌊 🧳 🛳️ New video is live: 12 Cruising Tips People Probably Haven’t Heard (After 12 Months Cruising)
After a full year of cruising, these are the real-life tips that make everything smoother onboard—things I wish I knew on day one.
Watch here: https://youtu.be/_g7Vz9sEXco
👇 Question: Which tip surprised you most—and what’s YOUR best underrated cruise tip?
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🛳️ New video is live: Star Princess Cabana Mini Suite Tour (Cabana Deck + Jacuzzi)
I walk through the full indoor/outdoor setup (the glass wall opens up!), show the Cabana Deck seating + showers + jacuzzi, and share what I loved… and what I found a little challenging.
Would you book this category, or choose a standard balcony instead?
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I’m calling it: 2026 is the year I stop drinking.
I just posted a new video: 26 reasons to quit alcohol in 2026—and I kept it real, practical, and zero shame.
If you’re thinking about cutting back (or going alcohol-free), this is for you.
Watch here: https://youtu.be/cqiifaOoOss
Question: What’s your #1 reason for quitting or cutting back in 2026—sleep, energy, mood, weight, money, or something else?
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New video is LIVE: Be Kind to the Crew — I Thanked the Star Princess Crew for the Holidays
The crew works incredibly hard, and during the holidays they’re often away from their families. I picked up small gifts to say thank you—and I’m sharing this as a reminder that kindness onboard truly goes a long way.
Question for you: What’s one small way you show appreciation to the crew (or plan to on your next cruise)?
Watch here: https://youtu.be/8TSGb0DSuEk
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New cabin tour is live. I’m on the Star Princess and I’m walking you through a Sanctuary Mini-Suite (Cabin 15451)—balcony setup, storage, outlets, bathroom/shower details, and a quick note on what it’s like being in a connecting cabin.
If you’re deciding between cabin categories (or wondering if Sanctuary is worth it), this tour will help.
Watch here: https://youtu.be/GD9g6PnrxNI
Would you book a Sanctuary Mini-Suite, or would you stick with a standard balcony?
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🌴 New Video Just Dropped! 🌴
If you’ve struggled to book dining reservations on Princess Cruises — either before boarding or once onboard — you’re NOT alone. I’m hearing from cruisers daily who can’t get into specialty dining, can’t use Premier benefits, or are staring at “no availability” in the Princess App.
Today I’m breaking down exactly what’s going on, what you can do to work around it, and how to avoid wasting precious vacation time waiting in line.
Whether you’re sailing the ✨ Star Princess, Sun Princess, Discovery, Enchanted, ✨ or any Princess ship, these tips will save you frustration, time, and money.
🎥 Watch here: https://youtu.be/29KT7vFnoQI
Have YOU had trouble booking dining on Princess recently? Share your experience below — your comments help other cruisers! 💬🛳️
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