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! 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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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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