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I’m Cruising to Iceland and Svalbard! – Emma Cruises Weekly Newsletter

13/06/202512/06/2025

ad • Greetings from the wonderful Norwegian Star, currently bobbing around near Norway! ???????????? The cruise I’m currently on is 12 days long, and we’re visiting Svalbard and Iceland, two places that I’ve never been to before. They’ve been on my to do list for a veeery long time. ???????? In Svalbard, the sun doesn’t set between the 20th of April and the 22nd of August. AT ALL. Isn’t that crazy?! I can’t wait to show you more of this adventure. Glad I’m not here in winter when it’s dark 24/7! ???????? I have…

Emma cruises on a Tui river cruise

How TUI River Cruises are Different to Traditional River Cruises – (What The Cruise Fare Includes)

13/10/202605/06/2025

In March 2022, I took my first-ever TUI river cruise. At that time, TUI was fairly new to the river cruise market, and I had seen some great offers at prices far below those of other major river cruise lines. I … Read more

I Took the Cheapest All Inclusive Cruise – I’m Still Thinking About It

03/06/202528/05/2025

I’ve recently been onboard an all-inclusive cruise on one of the oldest and smallest cruise ships around. The ship I sailed on started her life as Legend of the Seas for Royal Caribbean in the 1990s. She’s now with an … Read more

Red navigation light

What Do the Red and Green Lights on Ships Really Mean?

29/09/202628/05/2025

Most people don’t think twice about those little red and green lights they see on a ship or boat. They are, in fact, crucial for ship safety, especially at night or in bad weather. This system of lights helps ships … Read more

Emma cruises rough seas

How Cruise Ship Stabilisers Actually Work (And Why They Are Important To Me!)

28/05/2025

Many people are surprised to know that I sometimes get seasick. Not just seasick, actually, I get motion sick in general. I can be unwell on long car journeys, on coaches or buses, and even sometimes on VR games. I … Read more

Emma cruises Uniworld river ship SS La Venezia.

RMS, SS, MS and More: What Do Those Ship Prefix Letters Actually Mean?

28/05/2025

You have probably seen ships with prefixes like SS or RMS, particularly on older ships. These aren’t random, they actually mean something. The RMS Titanic is one of the most infamous ships in history. Everyone seems to know she sank … Read more

Marella Discovery 2 anchor

Common Nautical Phrases You Use Without Realising!

28/05/2025

Lots of language we use comes from ships and sailing – far more than you might realise. These phrases were used practically in the past, but have now become part of everyday speech, even for those who have never set … Read more

Cunard Now Charges For Room Service After Breakfast – Price Lists & More

10/06/202528/05/2025

One of the things I always liked about Cunard was that they offered 24-hour free room service. On a cruise line where dress codes are so strictly enforced, it was nice to have the option of getting room service if … Read more

How To Find Discount Codes For Marella Cruises

18/10/202626/05/2025

It is no secret that I love a Marella cruise — I have taken eight, and I am sure I will book more! Marella offers good value for money, with flights, transfers, and a range of drinks (including alcoholic drinks) … Read more

Container port view

Don’t Be Fooled: These 16 Cruise Ports Are FAR From The City

21/05/2025

I went on a cruise recently, and it was advertised as going to Paris and Bordeaux – but it didn’t. I was miles away from those places. The container ports we actually stopped at were miles away from the big … Read more

Queen Mary 2 picture

The Perfect Gift for Any Ocean Liner or Cunard Fan (Full Fleet Available)

16/09/202621/05/2025

The Cruise Globe are proud to announce that they have added Scale Ship Portraits of all of the Cunard Queens to their range, following the great success of their original Queen Mary 2 portrait. Don’t forget code EMMACRUISES will get … Read more

Old cruise advertisement

Was Cruising More Affordable in the 1990’s? Or Is It More Affordable Today?

20/05/2025

People often tell me that they think the cost of cruising is getting more and more expensive, often with hidden extras like service charges that aren’t included in the advertised price. Cruises range in price, and always have done. You … Read more

5 Reasons a Nile River Cruise is the Best Way to Explore Egypt (TUI River Cruises)

13/10/202620/05/2025

If you’ve ever thought about visiting Egypt but don’t want to pack and unpack every other day or sit on a coach for hours, I’m happy to say that TUI River Cruises has recently launched a better way! TUI’s new … Read more

Suitcase

The 5 Most Expensive Mistakes People Make With Travel Insurance

06/05/2025

I think most of us would agree that travel insurance is pretty boring! There are all those long pages of terms and conditions to read, clauses regarding all sorts of things you wouldn’t necessarily think of – it’s not exactly … Read more

This Is What Makes the Perfect Cruise Dress (5 Must-Have Features)

07/05/202506/05/2025

People often ask me about the dresses I wear when I cruise. I have always liked to wear dresses. They are easy to put on, comfortable to wear, and can look both smart or casual, depending on what you wear … Read more

Emma Cruises on Norwegian Spirit in Japan

5 Things People Forget to Claim on Travel Insurance (That Could Be Worth $$$)

06/05/2025

Many people think that Travel Insurance is just for major emergencies – medical issues, holiday cancellations etc.- but it covers many other things as well. Check your policy — you might have missed out on claiming money you are entitled … Read more

Marella Glass House restaurant

7 British Touches You’ll Find on Marella Cruises (Signage, Drinks & More)

13/10/202606/05/2025

I sail regularly with American cruise lines, and I have enjoyed sailing with them all. When I sail with the British cruise line, Marella Cruises, I really notice all the British touches. The ships feel like a home away from … Read more

Marella Alpaca

The Secret Life of Marella Cruises’ Animal Mascots (Yes, Penguins, Ducks, and Alpacas Are Involved)

13/10/202606/05/2025

When I first heard that there were going to be penguins on my cruise ship, I didn’t believe it… but then, there they were! Not real ones, obviously, but life-sized model penguins and they were kissing! Marella has animal mascots … Read more

I Stayed in The Luxury Area of a Cruise Ship That Most Guests Never Get to See

03/05/2025

I’ve been cruising with Norwegian for 20 years, and in that time, I’ve stayed in all of the cheapest cabins -mostly inside cabins or ocean views – but a few balconies, too, and that felt like a real treat. I’ve … Read more

I Spent 8 Days on a BRAND NEW Cruise Ship (Before Her Launch)

03/05/2025

I’ve recently been on a brand new cruise ship where I was one of the first people in the entire world to test out a rollercoaster on the top deck that launches you at speed into a waterslide. I’ve seen … Read more