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
I’ve just disembarked from a cruise on the world’s largest cruise ship, which holds well over 9,000 people at a time. The ship is made up of 8 different neighbourhoods – each one like a floating city and more mind-blowing … Read more
I cruised on both Symphony of the Seas, an Oasis Class ship, and Legend of the Seas, an Icon Class ship, in the last couple of years. Icon Class is newer and larger, but it clearly builds on many of … Read more
I haven’t personally cruised with Holland America yet, but my parents recently sailed on Nieuw Statendam and stayed in the cheapest, guaranteed inside cabin. My Mum very kindly shared this review with me. Inside cabins are usually the cheapest way … Read more
Marella cruises often look more expensive upfront than some other cruise lines. But then you need to consider just how much is included in the cruise fare. You might get what you think is a cheap, bargain cruise, but by … Read more
I’ve just disembarked a cruise where I spent 8 days in a balcony cabin that faced inside on the world’s biggest cruise ship. The cabin did have outside space, but it had no privacy and no view of the ocean … Read more
I just disembarked Virgin Voyages Valiant Lady. This cruise made me think about how important it is who you cruise with and how that really can shape the whole trip. 😁🥰 I took this cruise with some friends I met on Spectrum of The Seas way back in 2023 and it was amazing to cruise together again. 😎🇯🇵 We enjoyed lots and lots of brilliant meals onboard, and being able to look at each other to laugh during some of Virgin Voyages more, errm, quirky entertainment was perfect. You’ll see what I…
Hello from Virgin Voyages Valiant Lady! Currently bobbing around the sea between Scotland and Iceland. 😁❤️ This is my 5th day onboard and what an adventure it’s been so far. The food, the ship, the cabins, the entertainment I can’t wait to show you it all. 😎⚓️ I have been SO incredibly impressed by the food, the crew and lots of little things Virgin do differently (like included Soda). I’m on here with some friends and it’s definitely been a great choice for us. 🥳🥤 This cruise wasn’t cheap,…
When you first board the ship, it is unlikely that you will be able to go straight to your cabin. Cabins are often ready between 1 pm and 2 pm, although this varies by cruise line and sailing. This can … Read more
When a cruise line says a sailing is “sold out”, it generally means all available cabins have been sold. It does not necessarily mean every available bed on the ship will be occupied. Cruise ships have two very different capacity … Read more
On my recent Legend of the Seas cruise, my port stop at Naples was unexpectedly cancelled. The Captain made an announcement in the evening that came directly through the speakers in our cabin. Because I have travel insurance that includes … Read more
There is no official age when a cruise ship is suddenly considered “old”. Personally, if a ship is under 10 years, I think of it as a new ship. Between 10 and 20 years, I would think of it as … Read more
Royal Caribbean’s new and exciting Legend of the Seas is not the first ship to carry that name. The original Legend of the Seas launched in 1995 and now sails as Marella Discovery 2. The new Legend of the Seas … Read more
Royal Caribbean’s new Legend of the Seas is not the first ship in the fleet to use that name. The original Legend of the Seas launched in 1995 and left Royal Caribbean’s fleet in 2017. She was not scrapped or … Read more
When you reach your cruise terminal, you normally hand your suitcases straight over to the porters outside. Those suitcases are screened, sorted and delivered to cabins separately, so you may not see them again until later that afternoon or evening. … Read more
The fantastic new mega ship, Legend of the Seas, has an unusual permanent crew member – a young Golden Retriever called Skipper. Skipper’s official job title is “Chief Dog Officer”. I was hoping I could meet her sometime during my … Read more
As I started cruising as a child, that means I have been cruising for over two-thirds of my life! I have seen plenty of changes in that time, particularly over the last ten years or so. Some things have changed … Read more
I’ve just disembarked a cruise on a cruise ship that divides opinion like no other. Some people describe her as the world’s ugliest cruise ship, but what she looks like from the outside is just the start of why she’s … Read more
Cruise ship balconies are one of the best places to relax at sea. It’s lovely to have your own bit of outside space to retreat to if the top decks are busy, and you want to have some quiet time. … Read more
When you first sleep on your cruise ship bed, you might soon discover that what looks like a double or queen bed is actually two single beds pushed together. After over 80 cruises, this is something I’m completely used to, but … Read more
Falling asleep to the sound of the ocean and getting plenty of fresh sea air sounds like one of the best parts of having a balcony cabin. But can you actually leave the balcony door open all night on a … Read more