About

Holly Johnson is an award-winning freelance writer with more than a decade of experience covering personal finance and travel budgeting.

She is an avid traveler and cruise enthusiast, which makes her a great fit for Squaremouth readers, where she focuses on creating content for our travel guides section.

Holly brings not only financial acumen but real-world experience to help fellow travelers understand the complexities of travel and how to prepare for the unexpected while they’re away.

Her work can be found on her own budget and travel website, ClubThrify, as well as large publications like The Wall Street Journal, Bankrate, CNN, Forbes, and various national news outlets.

Expertise

Cruises

Budget Travel

Personal Finance

Insurance

Credit Cards

Recent Work by Holly Johnson

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Can Travel Insurance Help if a Cruise is Cancelled?

When you choose a cruise as your next vacation, you sign up for a floating hotel that moves you from one incredible p...

6 min read

Is Honeymoon Travel Insurance Worth it? 

Your honeymoon is a special time to celebrate your love, but even the best-laid plans can face unexpected disruptions...

8 min read

Lost Luggage and Other Travel Nightmares: How Baggage Insurance Can Save Your Vacation

How Does Travel Baggage Insurance Work? Few things kill the excitement of a trip faster than showing up at your desti...

7 min read

Worldwide Travel Insurance Explained by Squaremouth

International travel opens the door to new experiences, but it also introduces a new set of risks. This includes the ...

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The Ultimate Guide to Travel Insurance for Your Disney World Vacation

A trip to Walt Disney World is a dream vacation for many families — a chance to step into a world of magic, meet belo...

9 min read

Top Cruise Destinations for 2025: Data Report | Squaremouth

If you’re planning to set sail in 2025, 2026 or beyond, you’re definitely not alone. Data from Cruise Lines Internati...