Gene Sloan

weaverville, north carolina, united states

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Award-winning travel writer, editor, influencer and content strategist who has founded or co-founded several newspaper travel sections and online travel sites | Now working for The Points Guy | Formerly USA TODAY | Cruise expert | Frommer's guidebook author | Stories have appeared in more than 70 publications including USA TODAY, Arizona Republic, Indianapolis Star and Chicago Sun-Times.

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I just camped on the ice in Antarctica - here's how you can, too - The Points Guy

I just camped on the ice in Antarctica — here's how you can, too advertising policyand product review methodologyfor more information. Editor's Note I'm not sure I've ever camped in a place as serene as the place I camped this week. From the entrance to m... See more

thepointsguy.com•Gene Sloan•Jan 10, 2026

Which cruise brand is best for you? A guide to the most popular lines

Which cruise brand is best for you? A guide to the most popular lines advertising policyand product review methodologyfor more information. Thinking about booking your first cruise? The sheer range of choices can be daunting. There are more than two dozen... See more

thepointsguy.com•Gene Sloan•Jan 10, 2026

A beginners guide to picking a cruise line

A beginners guide to picking a cruise line advertising policyand product review methodologyfor more information. So, you think you want to take a cruise? First, let me say that you’ll likely love it. I’ve been cruising for nearly 30 years, on just about e... See more

thepointsguy.com•Gene Sloan•Jan 7, 2026

Is a cruise right for you? Ask yourself these 7 questions - The Points Guy

Is a cruise right for you? Start by asking yourself these 7 questions advertising policyand product review methodologyfor more information. If you’re reading this, you’re probably thinking about taking a cruise for the first time. But you’re probably also... See more

thepointsguy.com•Gene Sloan•Jan 5, 2026

The 6 best Alaska cruise shore excursions - The Points Guy

The 6 best Alaska cruise shore excursions — from heli-hiking to whale watching advertising policyand product review methodologyfor more information. There are some cruise destinations — Barcelona or Sydney, for instance — where you really don't need to si... See more

thepointsguy.com•Gene Sloan•Nov 17, 2025

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I just camped on the ice in Antarctica - here's how you can, too - The Points Guy

Which cruise brand is best for you? A guide to the most popular lines

A beginners guide to picking a cruise line

Is a cruise right for you? Ask yourself these 7 questions - The Points Guy

The 6 best Alaska cruise shore excursions - The Points Guy

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I just camped on the ice in Antarctica - here's how you can, too - The Points Guy

Which cruise brand is best for you? A guide to the most popular lines

A beginners guide to picking a cruise line

Is a cruise right for you? Ask yourself these 7 questions - The Points Guy

The 6 best Alaska cruise shore excursions - The Points Guy