Airfare tips from One Slice at a Time: basic economy, booking myths, nonstop vs. direct flights, skiplagging, short connections, and why the cheapest flight is not always the best choice.

Airfare tips from One Slice at a Time: basic economy, booking myths, nonstop vs. direct flights, skiplagging, short connections, and why the cheapest flight is not always the best choice.

Ryan shares his Windstar Cruises Dreams of Tahiti experience, including Bora Bora jet skiing, drift snorkeling, overwater bungalow tips, Tahiti flight logistics, and small-ship cruising in French Polynesia.

Join Stephanie and Ryan on this episode of One Slice at a Time as they dive into Ryan’s experience aboard the Scenic Opal, one of the most luxurious river cruise ships sailing Europe today. From butler service and all-inclusive drinks to Dutch windmills, tulip season, immersive excursions, and late-night room service pizza, they break down what makes Scenic River Cruises stand out in the world of luxury travel.

They also compare Scenic to other major river cruise lines like Viking, AmaWaterways, Emerald, Uniworld, and Tauck while discussing who this type of ultra-luxury river cruise is really for. If you’ve been considering a European river cruise and wondering whether Scenic is worth the premium price, this episode gives you a real-world look at the experience both onboard and ashore.

Thinking about a European river cruise but worried it may feel too formal or too quiet? Emerald Cruises may be a great fit. In this episode, Ryan shares his firsthand experience onboard Emerald, including the pool that turns into a movie theater, the modern ship vibe, cabin layout tips, inclusions, and who this cruise line is best for.

Thinking about booking a river cruise but not sure where to begin? In this episode, Ryan shares what he learned after attending the ASTA River Cruise Expo in Amsterdam, touring multiple cruise lines, and experiencing firsthand what makes each river cruise brand different. We cover who river cruising is really for, what daily life onboard looks like, and how to know if this style of Europe travel is worth it.