I’ve recently disembarked a cruise, where I stayed in the smallest cabin on the entire ship. It has a feature that I’ve never seen on a cruise ship before, and although my cabin is inside, it’s definitely not what you imagine when you hear the words “inside cabin“. I spent most of the week trying … Read more
If you are taking a cruise on the Queen Mary 2, you may be wondering if a balcony cabin is a good option for you. When I took a Transatlantic cruise, my parents had a balcony cabin on deck 11. This is a review of that stateroom. This review is based on balcony cabin number … Read more
I often book “Guaranteed” cabins for me or my family when I cruise. This saves money – and that money can be used for things like drinks, speciality meals or excursions instead. I fully appreciate that this approach isn’t for everyone, some travellers like to carefully pick their cabin location and study the deck plans … Read more
If you are taking a cruise on Fred. Olsen’s smallest ship, Balmoral, you might be wondering whether an inside cabin would suit you. My parents booked a last-minute cruise on her and booked the cheapest cabin onboard. This is what they thought of that cabin. This review is based on cabin 4151 on the Coral … Read more
Inside cabins are a great way to save money when you cruise, but they do come with their quirks. If you’re prepared, though, you can avoid some of the common issues and make your inside cabin just as comfortable as any other. Here’s how to avoid the top five inside cabin problems and enjoy your … Read more
If you’re planning a cruise on MSC’s Preziosa (or MSC’s Divina, as she is identical), you may want to save money and book an inside cabin. When I stayed onboard, I was upgraded to a balcony cabin. My parents recently took a cruise on the same ship, and they had a cheap inside cabin. This … Read more
If you’ve ever seen a cruise line advertise their cruises, you’ll notice that they usually show you balcony cabins. They don’t share that many rooms have no outside space at all, and a massive percentage don’t even have windows. Inside cabins are basically big metal boxes, without any daylight that have one way in and … Read more
When booking your cruise, choosing the type of cabin is one of the most important decisions you will have to make. The type of cabin will have a big impact on your cruise experience. If you have a balcony cabin you might spend time out on your balcony, enjoying the scenery. If you are in … Read more
When planning your perfect cruise, there is a lot to think about! From picking the perfect destination to making sure you pack all the essentials, a new cruiser could easily feel overwhelmed! If you make the right choices, cruising is a great travel option. You will have the opportunity to visit many interesting and varied … Read more
Two days before I embarked on a cruise onboard P&O’s Aurora, I received an email that nobody likes to get. It read, “During the last cruise, a number of people have reported to the Medical Centre with symptoms of “gastrointestinal illness”. It went on to explain that they would be stepping up their disinfection measures … Read more
I sailed on Arvia, P&O’s newest, largest family-orientated ship and then tried a short cruise on Aurora, the smallest, most traditional ship in the same fleet. I was a little worried that I would find Aurora a disappointment after sailing on Arvia. Aurora was built in 2000, so it is relatively old by cruise ship … Read more
I’ve just returned from a cruise and staying in an inside cabin with a feature I’ve never seen on any cruise ship before. I didn’t know my cabin would have this when I booked it and I spent most of the week trying to work out if I was convinced by the trick. The cruise … Read more
Cruise ship cabins are very well designed to make the most of the available space. That said, they often aren’t as large as a hotel room on land, so you have to be quite organised so that you can find everything you need. If you are sharing a cabin with children, family or friends, this … Read more
The Great Debate: Port Versus Starboard When it comes to cruising, one of the most common questions people ask me is “Which side of the ship is best?” The Port side or the Starboard side? But the truth is, the best side of the ship is just a matter of personal preference – and in … Read more
ad – DISCLAIMER: I was invited onboard Norwegian Encore on a press trip. I recently went on a cruise sailing across Alaska and I stayed in a balcony cabin. Normally I’m happy with an inside cabin or perhaps an ocean view, but as I was expecting beautiful Alaskan scenery and travelling 4300 miles from home, … Read more
I have recently sailed onboard P&O’s Aurora. As I often do, I chose an inside cabin – but this inside cabin was far larger than other inside cabins I have had in the past. Before you book your cruise cabin, it is worth having a look to see if you can get more cabin or … Read more
If you are taking a cruise on P&O’s Aurora you may be wondering if an inside cabin is a good choice for you. This review is based on my thoughts on cabin number A297, it was a MASSIVE inside cabin. The biggest I’ve ever had. Inside Cabin – A297 P&O’s Aurora I chose this particular … Read more
I have been on many cruises – and I have often seen oceanview cabins advertised for a price that is not much more than an inside cabin. You may be wondering whether it is worth paying a little more and having that ocean view. In this article, we look at the advantages of having an … Read more
I have recently sailed onboard the Celebrity Infinity around the Greek Islands. Celebrity Infinity is a relatively old ship, but the cruise fares to sail onboard her are far cheaper than on the more modern Celebrity “Edge” class ships. As I had sailed on Celebrity Edge the year before, I wondered if I would find … Read more
I have recently sailed onboard the Celebrity Infinity around the Greek Islands. Celebrity Infinity is a relatively old ship, but the cruise fares to sail onboard her are far cheaper than on the more modern Celebrity “Edge” class ships. As I had sailed on Celebrity Edge the year before, I wondered if I would find … Read more