New Here? Get to Know Owen Places: About Me & My Cruise Blog

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Hi, I’m Owen - blending travel, design, and content creation into life beyond the office. 👋🚢

You can usually find me on a cruise ship, somewhere in Europe, or sneaking a beach day. I share photos, travel tips, and the occasional ‘why did I book this?’ moment.

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My Latest Posts

Royal Beach Club Santorini – Everything you need to know

October 28, 2025
Written by: Owen

Love cruising? You’ll love my cruise enamel pin!

October 28, 2025
Written by: Owen

Royal Caribbean’s NEW “Discovery Class” – What We Know So Far

October 26, 2025
Written by: Owen

Celebrity Xcite: The Next Generation of Luxury Cruising

October 23, 2025
Written by: Owen

Cruises for 2027 – What New Ships Are Launching

October 22, 2025
Written by: Owen

Missed the Cruise Ship? Don’t Panic! Here’s How to Catch Up

October 20, 2025
Written by: Owen

Cruise Reviews

Full, Unbiased Review of Costa Smeralda in Dubai (2025)

My Full, Honest Review of Royal Caribbean’s Oasis of the Seas

A Full Review: 9-Night Greek Isles Cruise with NCL

How Much I Paid

Costa Smeralda Dubai Cruise: The Truth About What I Paid

7 Night Oasis of the Seas Cruise: Complete Price Breakdown

Norwegian Viva Greek Isles Cruise: The Truth About What I Paid

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Everything You Need to Know About Celebrity Beyond (2025/2026 Edition)

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