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Erica Silverstein

  • Writer, Content Strategist and Editor, Freelance
  • None, FREELANCE (THE POINTS GUY, LUXURY TRAVEL ADVISOR)
Washington, D.C.
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Professional word wrangler. Travel addict. Mother of two. Baker, hiker, reader. I do the hard sudokus in pen.
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Do you need a passport to go on a cruise?

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By Erica Silverstein
| Yahoo Style Canada Verified
Unfortunately, the answer isn't a simple yes or no. Here's everything you need to know. (photosvit via Getty Images) Must you, as a U.S. resident, have a passport to go on a cruise? The short answer is no. The long answer is that it's complicated and mainly depends on where you're traveling. You definitely need one for certain cruises, especially those that require you to fly to another country to meet your ship. But even when you don't need a passport for a cruise, it's a good idea to carry one.
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Royal ONE or Royal ONE Plus? Here’s how to choose

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By Erica Silverstein
| The Points Guy Verified
The cards we feature here are from partners who compensate us when you are approved through our site, and this may impact how or where these products appear. We don’t cover all available credit cards, but our analysis, reviews, and opinions are entirely from our editorial team. Terms apply to the offers listed on this page. Please view our advertising policy and product review methodology for more information.
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Will Carnival's Plans Please Your Luxury Cruise Clients?

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By Erica Silverstein
| Luxury Travel Advisor Verified
Corporate earnings calls might as well be conducted in a foreign language for all the financial jargon and corporate speak that gets tossed around. You need to cut through the percentage points and earnings per share to understand which of the company's plans will impact its vacation product and your clients. During Carnival Corporation's Q2 earnings call Tuesday, CEO Josh Weinstein laid out the company's priorities going forward.
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