Emma Le Teace 
I’ve just disembarked a cruise where I spent 3 days in the cheapest cabin on a luxury yacht. It was the most expensive cruise I’ve ever booked, coming in at around $860/£640 per night for this room for two people. … Read more
Many people assume that the best time to cruise is the peak season. It must be popular for a reason right? I disagree! 😉😂For me, the best time to cruise is during what is called the shoulder season. These are the months before or after the peak time, and they are often much much cheaper. 🌎🚢 The peak season is often just the peak just because it’s during the school holidays. If you’re lucky enough to be like me and you don’t have to worry about those I’d always suggest looking at the…
There are lots of things to consider before you spend your hard-earned money on a cruise internet package. You might find your package is expensive – and disappointing! Here are some important things to consider before you buy… #1. “Unlimited” … Read more
I recently sailed on Windstar’s Star Pride. She and her two sister ships, Star Breeze and Star Legend, were lengthened between 2019 and 2021. They added an extra 50 staterooms, accommodating 100 more passengers. They also added an infinity pool … Read more
One of the biggest mistakes first-time cruisers make is packing for a cruise like they’re going camping! Cruises can feel unfamiliar, so people often panic and bring a huge number of “just in case” items that are already provided onboard. … Read more
Sharing a cruise cabin sounds easy enough… until two people are trying to live together in one small space for a week. Cruise cabins are compact, storage is limited, and there’s usually only one small bathroom. Even small habits can … Read more
Windstar Cruises can be confusing because it’s often described as “all-inclusive”, even though not everything is included in the standard, base fare. Windstar are very different from mainstream cruise lines, because many things that normally cost extra elsewhere are already … Read more
Both Windstar and Viking are often grouped together as “luxury cruises,” but they actually offer very different experiences. One feels more like a small yacht while the other feels more like a small, luxury cruise ship. I have sailed with … Read more
Most cruise ships are far too big to sail through Tower Bridge, one of the most famous landmarks in London. Only a few of the smaller luxury yachts and expedition ships are able to do it. It is very unusual … Read more
When I recently sailed on Windstar Cruises’ Star Pride, I was stunned by the speed of the WiFi. Cruise ship WiFi is often thought of as slow and unreliable, and often that is the case. I’m normally impressed if cruise … Read more
A couple of days ago, I took a cruise that went UNDER TOWER BRIDGE in central London! Yep, you heard me right, the bridge opened up and we sailed out late at night. 🤯⚓️ I love London so this was a dream come true and something I’ll never forget. The ship was Windstar’s Star Pride and she holds a maximum of 312 guests. She’s a tiny little ship compared to the ships I usually sail on. 🌊😇 I say she’s tiny and she is, but she used to be even smaller. The ship was cut in half and a brand new…
With ships getting bigger and bigger, many with thousands of passengers onboard, have you ever wondered whether food could run out, especially when they are sailing at full capacity? Cruise ships can carry thousands of guests, all eating multiple times … Read more
A lot of people worry they’ll be seated with strangers every night on a cruise. For some, that’s enough to put them off booking altogether. Some cruisers love meeting new people, but others really don’t want to be bothered with … Read more
Many people imagine cruises are very formal, and think it will be all suits, ballgowns, and strict dress codes every night. This is one of the most common concerns people have before they book, and it can genuinely put people … Read more
I recently went on a luxury cruise where I stayed in the cheapest and smallest cabin on the entire ship. The decision to book this cabin type has affected more of the cruise than just the room itself, and this … Read more
Seasickness is one of the biggest worries people have before their first cruise. The question I get asked more than anything else is whether those seasickness wristbands actually work. They’re cheap, easy to use, and you’ll see loads of people … Read more
One of the first things many people notice when they step into a cruise cabin is that the walls are magnetic. It’s not something most people expect, but once you realise it, it’s surprisingly useful. I get asked about this … Read more
Hey hey hey, I hope you’ve had a fantastic week. It’s been a great one for me with two exciting things happening. 🥳🥳 The first is that I donated the money we raised from the latest versions of First Mate Rolo and Captain Hudson. In total, it came to $31,227, which is absolutely mind-blowing. The money will do SO much good, saving and changing the lives of humans, dogs and cats! 🥰❤️ As always I am so so proud of our community here and can’t thank you enough. If you are waiting for your…
I’ve just disembarked a cruise on a brand new cruise ship where I was onboard for her first ever sailing. Norwegian Luna cost Norwegian over 850 million dollars to build, and the launch of any ship is always unpredictable. All … Read more
Hey, I hope you’re having a lovely week! I’ve been doing one of my favourite things this week… researching potential cruises I’d like to book. 😂😂 The problem is, there are approximately 79547054 different cruises I’d like to take and so I need your help deciding! 🙏🏼🥰 If there’s a cruise line you’d love to see me try next, tell me here: Emma’s Cruise Line Survey You can tick as many as you’d like. So far, Holland America are in the lead. I’ve never cruised with them but I’m sure I’d enjoy…