Emma Le Teace 
It’s not easy to get banned from a cruise line, but it happens a lot more than you’d think. The question is are the people who got lifetime bands being reckless and they deserved it – or did they make … Read more
If you have spent any time around boats or ships you may have heard the terms used interchangeably. Despite this boats and ships aren’t the same and there are a number of distinct and fundamental differences. In history, there have … Read more
If you have ever considered a last-minute cruise you may be wondering if it is possible to book a cruise on the day of departure. In this article find out everything you need to know. Can You Book a Cruise … Read more
In this post, we will look at all cabin grades available onboard the Norwegian Epic. I cruised in the Norwegian Epic in an inside cabin and had family members staying in a balcony cabin. The Norwegian Epic’s cabins are some … Read more
If you are considering a cruise with Virgin Voyages, you might be wondering about the types of laundry services that they offer onboard. Do Virgin Voyages Have a Self-Serve Laundry? Virgin Voyages does not have a free-to-use laundry on any … Read more
When I disembarked Virgin Voyages‘ first cruise ship Scarlet Lady, I found the cruise wasn’t what I expected AT ALL. I have to admit, I boarded the ship with low expectations. I toured the ship in early 2020 and didn’t … Read more
If you are considering buying a new bag for a trip or cruise you may be wondering how the bags from brand Mia Tui work and last. I’ve been a customer of Mia Tui for over 7 years and have … Read more
If you are taking a cruise, you may be wondering if you need travel insurance. I have been on over seventy cruises and would never consider travelling without it. If you’re looking for quick recommendations, these are the websites explained … Read more
If you are taking a cruise you may be wondering if purchasing a cruise travel insurance policy is necessary. In this post, we look at the real-life stories of passengers who didn’t purchase travel insurance – and those who did … Read more
You may be wondering if the cruise ships have anchors. The majority of boats and ships do, but with the vast size of cruise ships, are anchors needed in the same way? Cruise ship anchors usually can’t be seen from … Read more
The Titanic has become famous as being the ‘unsinkable’ ship that did unfortunately sink. The Titanic made some port stops on her trip before the accident happened, where she picked up passengers and supplies. A common misconception is that the … Read more
I took a cruise on Celebrity Silhouette. This wasn’t my first cruise on this ship, but this cruise was completely different from the first time I cruised on her. Completely different. It’s hard to believe, honestly, that it was the … Read more
If you are considering a cruise on the Celebrity Silhouette, you may be wondering which cabin to book and which to avoid. In this post, we will look at all cabin grades available onboard the Celebrity Silhouette, and I will … Read more
If you are dialysis dependent, you may wonder if you can still take a cruise. Due to recent advances in medicine and technology, many cruise lines are able to provide daily dialysis treatments. The cost, requirements, and treatment options vary … Read more
If you are taking a cruise you may be wondering if you are allowed to bring a Bluetooth speaker onboard. Cruise lines have many rules and restrictions about what can and cannot be taken onto a cruise ship. I have … Read more
The Covid cruising shutdown changed many things about the cruise industry. One of the biggest changes relates to the Muster (safety) Drill that is conducted on every cruise. The majority of cruise lines have made changes to the Muster process … Read more
If you’ve ever looked into the history of the famous ocean liner, the Queen Mary, you may wonder if the ship had a swimming pool. Modern cruise ships usually have multiple. The Queen Mary was incredibly modern by ship standards … Read more
The Queen Mary set sail in 1936 and sailed for 30 years before retiring in 1967. Many people died on board during this time. During her career, she completed many Transatlantic voyages and also played a big part in World … Read more
When thinking about the sinking of the Titanic, the majority of people assume that the iceberg was the only cause of the sinking. In reality, numerous other issues led to the sinking of the Titanic, including some problems that existed … Read more
If you are taking a cruise from the US, you may be wondering why all itineraries include a port stop in a foreign port. The most notable examples of this are often Alaskan itineraries that include a Canadian port. In … Read more