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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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Luxury Holland America Canada Cruise With No USA Stops
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Older Royal Caribbean Ships | Old Cruise Ships | Owen Places

Everything You Need to Know About Older Royal Caribbean Ships
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MSC World Asia – Your First Look at the Brand New Cruise Ship
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Is Royal Caribbean Expensive? Full Breakdown and Target Audience
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Is Oasis of the Seas worth cruising in 2025/2026?
Carnival Cruises announce new ship: Carnival Festivale

Introducing Carnival Festivale – Everything We Know So Far
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The Best Alcoholic Drinks Onboard Costa Smeralda & Costa Toscana
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Carnival Cruises for Dummies: Everything You Need to Know Before You Go
New Cruise Ships launching for 2026

New Cruise Ships Launching in 2026
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Best Day Trips from Edinburgh by Train (Under 90 Minutes!)
Packing with Hand Luggage

Cruising with Just a Carry-On: Ultimate Packing List Guide
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How to Work Remotely While Cruising: Wi-Fi, Time Zones & More
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Celebrity’s Best Kept Secret: Stay Awhile Hidden Perk
Van der Valk Hotel Review

Luxury Hotel Review: Van der Valk Hotel Amstel in Amsterdam
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Cruising with Weed: Everything you need to know
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Baggage Taxi Launches in the UK: A New Way to Travel Light
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Cruising Secrets: The Lore of An Upside Down Pineapple…
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Keto on a Cruise: A Low-Carb Survival Guide
Enterance | Mama Shelter Paris

My Stay at Mama Shelter Paris (with Dis-Loyalty Discount)
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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?
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?
Norwegian Star in Edinburgh, Scotland @owenplaces Owen Places

Cruising to Edinburgh? A Complete Visitor’s Guide for First-Timers
Costa Smeralda | Costa Cruises | Costa Toscana @owenplaces Owen Places

Costa Smeralda Dubai Cruise: The Truth About What I Paid