Viking Cruises, Review and Daily Diary
I was lucky enough to be invited by Viking to join them on a portion of their ‘Into the Midnight Sun’ cruise. The cruise would take us down to Bergen from Tromso at the top of Norway. Day 1 – … Read more
Norwegian Fjords Cruise: 28 Tips You NEED to Know
In June 2018, I took my first cruise around the Norwegian Fjords on P&O’s Britannia. Since then, I have returned time and time again. In this post, I’ll share with you things I wish I had known before my first … Read more
Southampton Cruise Port – 7 Great Places to View Cruise Ships Sailing From Southampton
GUEST POST BY DAN FROM SOUTHAMPTON When cruising from Southampton you might travel down a day or two before your trip starts. If you enjoy watching the cruise ships sailing then this post is for you! Here is a list … Read more
7 Asia Cruise Tips, Packing, Visas & More
Taking a Cruise From Singapore I have taken two cruises from Singapore to Tokyo. The first was onboard Golden Princess, the second was onboard the Spectrum of the Seas – a Royal Caribbean ship built for the Asian market. I … Read more
P&O’s Britannia – 8 free ‘Must do’ activities
If you are considering a cruise onboard P&O’s Britannia – or maybe you already have one booked – this is the post for you. Below are 8 FREE things you MUST do onboard Britannia to make the most of your … Read more
Princess Cruises, British Isles Excursions
British Isles Princess Cruise on Royal Princess In May 2018 I boarded the Royal Princess for a British Isles cruise. The Royal Princess was Incredible and I had an amazing time on her. I was lucky enough to take this … Read more
Mia Tui 15% Discount code + Bag Review
Updated Post: The BEST Bags for Travel and Cruise (Mia Tui Review and Discount Code) ** Mia Tui Website “EmmaCruises” discount code (15% off EVERYTHING!) A couple of months ago Mia Tui, very generously, sent me a ‘Mini Jen’ handbag … Read more
MSC Meraviglia Spa Review (MSC Thermal Area) What you will find inside, and Whether it is Worth Visiting!
What is a Thermal Spa Pass? Visiting the spa when cruising can be the ultimate chance to relax. Individual Spa Treatments like massages can be expensive on a cruise ship. Apart from the more traditional Spa treatments many cruise lines … Read more
What is a Christmas Cruise Like? (Onboard Dining, Entertainment and Decorations)
Christmas Cruises Vary From Cruiseline to Cruiseline Christmas Cruises vary a lot from one line to another. If you are cruising onboard an Italian cruise line you may find it a more “low-key” event than you are used to. Don’t … Read more
MSC Meraviglia: Food Review and Menus
My Preconceptions About MSC Food Before I first cruised with MSC, I was a little apprehensive. I had read a lot of reviews about MSC food which were less than complimentary. Once onboard I enjoyed the food. I didn’t experience … Read more
MSC Meraviglia – Ship Review
This MSC Meraviglia ship review contains all public spaces, my cabin, bars, restaurants, pools, theatre, casino and more! (Lots of lovely pictures if you’re not in the mood to read words.) I have sailed on many MSC ships over the … Read more
11 Differences Between MSC, Norwegian And Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines
This review is based on my experience of nine MSC cruises, ten Norwegian cruises and five with Royal Caribbean. I will compare my cruising experiences below. The differences are related to the following: #1 Languages Spoken Onboard Norwegian / Royal … Read more
How Formal are Royal Caribbean’s Formal Nights?
The words ‘formal night’ strike fear into many. The formal dress codes conjure up images of traditional cruising, set dining and table sharing but this is not the case onboard Royal Caribbean cruises. Formal nights are still a part of … Read more
Cherbourg Port Destination Guide – History, Location & Things To See And Do
About Cherbourg Cherbourg is a seaside port on the northern edge of France. It is a popular cruise port, with many European itineraries stopping here. Cherbourg is very famous for its Titanic connection. The Titanic departed Cherbourg on its ill-fated … Read more
Bruges Port Destination Guide – How To Get There and What To Do
You Will Dock In Zeebrugge, Nowhere Near Bruge The closest port is Zeebrugge which is approximately a 30-minute drive from central Bruges. We made our way into Bruges using a shuttle service called Cruise Express which I organised prior to our … Read more
Independence Of The Seas – Cruise Ship Review: My First Ever Royal Caribbean Cruise
My first Royal Caribbean cruise My first ever Royal Caribbean cruise was onboard the Independence of the Seas. I had booked the cruise to try Royal as I had heard really good things and wanted to experience them for myself. … Read more
Everything You Need to Know About Cruising From Barcelona (Location, Transport and More)
Many cruise lines sail from Barcelona, It is the biggest cruise port in the Mediterranean. Where do Cruise Ships Dock in Barcelona? NOW: Adossat Quay Terminals – Most Common There are five main cruise terminals in Barcelona, these are the … Read more
Are Disney Cruises For Adults?! (& More Disney Myths!)
Guest post by Michelle As a single mom on a budget, it took a while for me to even consider a cruise aboard Disney Cruise Line -Until I did the research. There are points to consider if you want to … Read more
Cruise Keycards Guide – Uses, Styles and Variations
If you are a regular cruiser, you will be used to using cruise cards onboard your cruise ship. You may have also many cards kept from previous voyages as souvenirs. It has become something of an obsession for many of … Read more
Do you Actually NEED A Balcony Cabin On A Cruise Ship?
A balcony cabin is amazing to have. I have had one many times, and I enjoy it immensely. However, I don’t necessarily think a balcony is a “must-have”. If you’re anything like me, you might want to save a few … Read more