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Hi, I’m Owen - a traveling designer and content creator redefining what it means to work from home.

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

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Hallmark Christmas Cruise

Joy to the World: Inside the 2026 Hallmark Christmas Cruise

MSC Cruises New Ship Rumour

MSC Cruises’ New Ship Could Be the World’s Largest

Royal Caribbean Perfect Day Mexico Logo over Palm Trees

Perfect Day Mexico: Royal Caribbean’s Hot New Resort

Costa Smeralda | Costa Cruises | Costa Toscana @owenplaces Owen Places

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

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Keto food on a cruise | Owen Places

Keto on a Cruise: A Low-Carb Survival Guide

Enterance | Mama Shelter Paris

My Stay at Mama Shelter Paris (with Dis-Loyalty Discount)

Carnival Sunrise | As Seen on Netflix

Poop Cruise Panic: Is Carnival Safe to Sail With Now?

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The Best Editing Apps For Travel Content Creators

Mein Schiff Relax | Owen Places

Mein Schiff Relax: A Daring Choice for an English-Only Cruiser?

Royal Caribbean Independence of the Seas in Labadee, Haiti

Royal Caribbean Cruise Excursions – Everything you need to know for 2025/2026

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How to become a travel content creator in 2025 – A complete guide

Independence of the Seas | Royal Caribbean | Owen Places @owenplaces

Should you book Independence of the Seas in 2025?

Paradisus la Perla

Should You Consider Paradisus La Perla for Your 2025/2026 Luxury Holiday?

Virgin Voyages ship | OwenPlaces

Is Virgin Voyages the Right Cruise Line for you?

Icon of the Seas Royal Caribbean @owenplaces Owen Places

Is Royal Caribbean LGBTQ+ Friendly? A Full Breakdown

Cruising Ducks @owenplaces Owen Places

WTF Are Cruising Ducks? Discover a Unique Cruise Tradition

Dis-loyalty Rewards programme | Owen Places @owenplaces

Introducing Dis-loyalty – The Secret Travel Membership That Changes Everything

Norwegian Star in Edinburgh, Scotland @owenplaces Owen Places

Cruising to Edinburgh? A Complete Visitor’s Guide for First-Timers

Royal Caribbean @owenplaces Owen Places

Is Royal Caribbean Still an Exciting Escape for Older Travellers?

Royal Caribbean Icon of the Seas @owenplaces Owen Places

(2025 Edition) 5 of the Best Royal Caribbean Ships

Costa Smeralda | Costa Cruises | Costa Toscana @owenplaces Owen Places

Costa Smeralda Dubai Cruise: The Truth About What I Paid

Edinburgh Extreme Day Trip @owenplaces Owen Places

A Whistle-Stop Tour of Edinburgh: How to Spend 24 Hours in the Scottish Capital (Extreme Day Trip Edition)

Costa Smeralda | Costa Cruises | Costa Toscana @owenplaces Owen Places

10 Things to Know Before Your Costa Smeralda Cruise: Tips & Advice

Royal Caribbean Oasis of the Seas @owenplaces Owen Places

A Full Tour of Royal Caribbean’s Oasis of the Seas

Cruise Magnets onboard Oasis of the Seas @owenplaces Owen Places

Surprising Cruise Tip: Bring Magnets – You’ll Be Glad You Did!

Costa Smeralda @owenplaces Owen Places

Costa Smeralda: Daring to Take a Chance on the Worst Cruise

NCL More at Sea @owenplaces Owen Places

Just Announced: “More at Sea” with Norwegian Cruise Line

Viral Video @owenplaces Owen Places

My Viral Video Experience – Sliding into the Unexpected

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