Do You Need To Be Able To Swim To Go On A Cruise?
You’re often surrounded by water as far as the eye can see when you take a cruise, so surely you need to be able to swim? No, actually, you don’t need to be able to swim to take a cruise. … Read more
Emma Le Teace
I Had A Butler On A Cruise… (What I Wish I Knew)
Having a butler on your cruise sounds very fancy – and it is not something I had ever wished for, or dreamt about! When I had the opportunity to stay in the Yacht Club onboard MSC Euribia (on a press … Read more
How To Avoid Booking a Cruise With Lots of Kids Onboard (Without Booking An Adults-Only Cruise)
Many people assume the only way to avoid children on a cruise is to book an adult-only cruise ship or cruise line. Even on mainstream cruise lines, the number of children onboard can vary hugely, depending on the itinerary, timing … Read more
Don’t Book The Wrong P&O Cruise Ship – I Tried 5 To Compare
Most people think all P&O cruise ships are basically the same…but they’re definitely not! I’ve cruised on five different ships in the fleet. The differences in size, atmosphere, and the onboard experiences are huge. You need to know what you … Read more
5 Things I Hate About Cruise Line Excursions (And What I Do Instead)
I’ve done loads of cruise line excursions over the years. Some have been great, but often, I end up feeling disappointed. They aren’t cheap, and it doesn’t always seem like you are getting good value for your money. Really, I … Read more
6,000 People On One Ship… Does It Actually Feel Crowded?
6,000 passengers on one cruise ship might sound ridiculous. That could be compared to a small town or a packed stadium. I would normally avoid really crowded stadium events, but wouldn’t think twice about taking a cruise on a mega … Read more
Why “Cookies” And “Biscuits” Mean Completely Different Things In The UK
When I’m on a cruise and I tell people I’m looking for cookies, they might think I mean biscuits and am using the American word – but I don’t. Cookies and biscuits are different in the UK. Americans seem to … Read more
5 Cruise Tips I Ignore (And Why)
Every cruiser you ask seems to have a good “cruise tip” to pass on to you. Some of these are useful, but I totally ignore others because I just don’t agree with them. Here are some of the “useful” cruise … Read more
Cruise Security Vs Airport Security – What’s Actually Different?
Most people assume cruise security is just like airport security. After going through both regularly, there are some big differences and a few things really surprised me. You still go through scanners, bags are checked, and there are still rules … Read more
Don’t Book A Noisy Cruise Cabin – Check These 5 Things First
When booking your cabin for your cruise, there are a few things to keep in mind. Where your cabin is on the ship – and what is above and below it – can greatly impact your time onboard. It is … Read more
I Tried Cruise Ship Drop Slides… One Didn’t Go To Plan
Every big new cruise ship launched seems to have more extreme attractions! Aquacoasters, drop slides, ropes courses, Go-Karts – there are plenty of things onboard to keep everyone amused and entertained. I have recently tried both a wet and a … Read more
What I Do With Dirty Clothes On A Cruise (Most People Don’t)
Cruise cabins are small… and keeping them organised makes a huge difference. At home, you might have a massive laundry basket to hide dirty washing away in. You might have a chair piled with clothes that are not dirty enough … Read more
The World’s Biggest Cruise Ships Compared To Cars, Buildings – And Even Capybaras
Cruise ships seem to be getting bigger and bigger. Royal Caribbean, MSC and Norwegian seem to be launching massive new ships almost on an annual basis. The ships are like floating resorts, with varied entertainment, many eating options, water parks, … Read more
We Did It!! We Raised $32,978 / £24,627 For Charity! THANK YOU!!
The latest versions of the Captain Hudson and First Mate Rolo Plushies have raised $32,977 /£24,627 for charity! That is amazing, thank you all so much! When I decided to put Captain Hudson and a First Mate Rolo plushies on … Read more
Lunatique Review (Run Time, Drinks, Value & More) Norwegian Luna
Note: I was onboard Norwegian Luna for a launch press trip. All opinions are my own. I’ve just disembarked a cruise where I went to see a show that really pushed me out of my comfort zone. The show was … Read more
Azamara Cruises. Real Cabin Reviews and Cabins To Avoid (With Photos)
If you are taking a cruise with Azamara, you may be wondering which cabin type would suit you best. All of their ships are virtually identical in size, decor, and style, so whichever ship you are looking at booking, this … Read more
Can You Sneak Alcohol Onboard A Cruise Ship? The Cruise “Hack” Some People Still Try
How to sneak alcohol onto cruise ships is one of the most common tips people share online. It is something I would never recommend – and I certainly wouldn’t risk doing it myself! For a start, I don’t drink much … Read more
Azamara Free Room Service – What’s Available and When – Real Photos of Food & Menus.
Azamara offer 24-hour free room service. This free service makes you feel like you are really getting a premium experience while onboard. There are lots of items included in the menu – something for everyone. Whether you want to treat … Read more
Azamara’s “The Patio”. The Best Poolside Grill At Sea? Real Photos & Menus.
If you are sailing on an Azamara ship, you aren’t going to want to miss a trip to “The Patio”. This poolside grill offers a casual, sit-down experience during the day and transforms into an alfresco dining restaurant during the … Read more
Azamara Included Drinks List (and 2026 Menus)
If you are taking a cruise with Azamara, you might be wondering which drinks are included in the price of the cruise. Azamara offers a range of drinks as standard, but that range is quite limited. (They also include gratuities in the … Read more