Cruises
Welcome aboard the Cruises section of Dohrn Travels — your go-to guide for real-world cruise reviews, scenic port adventures, and helpful tips from the open sea. Whether you’re dreaming of the Caribbean, navigating the Panama Canal, or setting sail for lesser-known island gems, I’m sharing firsthand stories and practical advice to help you plan your perfect voyage.
From embarkation day to port excursions, I’ll show you what each destination is really like — no fluff, no cruise brochure hype.
What You’ll Find on This Page
Destinations
By States
- Restaurants & Bar Reviews
- Off-the-Beaten-Path Finds
- Bloody Marys, Old Fashioneds & Good Beer
- Supper Clubs
By Cruises
- Restaurants/Bar Reviews
- Off-the-Beaten-Path Finds
- Bloody Marys/Old Fashioneds/Good Beer Focus
- Supper Clubs
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By Brian Dohrn | Dohrn Travels | Kenai River Fishing Charter Introduction If you’ve ever dreamed of reeling in a wild salmon against the backdrop of Alaska’s glacier-fed rivers, you’re not alone. Fishing the Kenai River is one of those “bucket list” experiences that travelers talk about for years—and for…
By Brian Dohrn | Dohrn Travels | Alaska Road Trip Introduction Have you ever dreamed of driving through a place where glaciers meet the sea, moose wander along the roadside, and every turn reveals another mountain view? That’s exactly what I found on a 10-day Alaska road trip through Alaska’s…
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By Brian Dohrn | Dohrn Travels | Best Cruise Ports in the Caribbean Exploring some of the best cruise ports in the Caribbean has taught me which destinations I’d happily sail back to—and which ones I’m content to leave checked off the list. After taking multiple Holland America cruises and…