10 Compelling Reasons Why Girls Who Wear Glasses Deserve a Vacation

Brooke and I have been putting in the effort, even though our Instagram feeds showcase beautiful moments at Disneyland or relaxing on giant swan pool floats. The reality is we’re busy working. We love what we do and feel fortunate to have such a fun job with amazing people, but what you don’t see is the countless hours of editing, early mornings with both babies and film crews, late-night preparations, and endless emails, blog posts, and Instagram updates.

It’s not all glitz and glamour; enjoyable as it may be, it can also be exhausting. On top of everything else, we’re also trying to be supportive wives, attentive mothers, and good friends. So when Dinogo invited us on a cruise, we didn’t need to think long about our response. Here are the 10 reasons we eagerly said, 'YES! We’d love to go!'

10. We need to work on our tans. Have you noticed how pale we are? We often joke about having a contest to see who can be the fairest, and we’re in a dead heat. If there were a gold medal for being the most pale, we’d both win, and it would likely be made of white gold. So, lounging by the pool has officially risen to the top of our priority list, and we’re ready to check that off.

10 Compelling Reasons Why Girls Who Wear Glasses Deserve a Vacation

9. To take a break from all the cooking we don’t actually do. It’s not about the number of meals we prepare. Let’s face it, we’re not whipping up three meals every single day, but we constantly fret about it. We stress over the meals we haven’t cooked and feel guilty because we’re trying to save money by eating out less. So, let go of those worries and the kitchen mess—someone else will handle the meals for your family this week.

8. Because we’re always looking for reasons to wear stripes and nautical-themed outfits. Is it strange that I’m thrilled about packing and want to create a fashion theme? I’m envisioning shorts adorned with tiny anchors or a chic blazer featuring gold buttons!

7. To blast the song “I’m on a boat” and actually mean it. Yes, the video is wildly inappropriate and doesn’t reflect how our vacation will be, but that won’t stop us from saying or rapping 'I’m on a boat' every few hours.

6. Instead of just pinning photos of boats and beaches, we should actually be on one. This goes especially for images of tropical islands and pristine white sand beaches. Honestly, I have this Pinterest board dedicated to the magical destinations I want to visit. Let’s make those dreams a reality and visit some enchanting places.

5. Wanderlust isn’t just a film with Jennifer Aniston; it’s a genuine feeling. Before marriage and becoming a mom of two, my passport was well-used. I spent two months in Paris, three months in Tokyo, then off to New York, until motherhood changed everything. Brooke toured the country performing until she realized traveling with a baby was no longer feasible. Now, cruising on a ship that offers fun activities for kids seems like the perfect family getaway.

4. Isn’t there something appealing about intermittent Wi-Fi? With modern satellites, I hear internet access is available almost anywhere on the ship, but as we journey to exotic locales, we’ll be encouraged to unplug and truly explore without our devices.

3. We’re pretty excited to swap our Glitter Glasses for some Sunnies… just for a bit! Don’t get us wrong; we absolutely love our glitter glasses and can’t imagine life without them. However, they aren’t the most comfortable—glitter can be a bit harsh on the nose and around the ears. It’s sparkly yet painful! So, we’re giving our faces a little break and trading them for sunglasses to protect our eyes from the sun! Though, we might bring out the gold glitter for special occasions.

2. And we heard there’s a spa on this ship?! If that’s true, we’re all in! We’re usually not the extravagant type, but we could definitely use a refreshing fruity facial, and our feet are in desperate need of a sea salt pedicure. And while we’re at it, why not indulge in one of those seaweed body wraps that claims to eliminate all our cellulite? Ahoy, relaxation!

1. To enjoy some quality time with our loved ones! The primary reason we embark on vacations is to cherish moments with our families, escaping the everyday routine and immersing ourselves in joyful experiences. We can hardly wait to exclaim, Bon Voyage!