Cruise Facts

Cruise ships need regular maintenance to make sure they are safe, sail efficiently and are up to date with rules and regulations. Sometimes, maintenance requires the ship to be put …

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 …

Deciding on a cruise line as a young person can often be a difficult task. There is so much variety within the cruise industry and it’s incredibly important that you …

There are lots of health benefits to taking a cruise holiday. The health benefits go far beyond just having time to put your feet up or relax on deck. When …

For some, breakfast is the most important meal of the day. There are lots of options on a cruise ship when it comes to breakfast – as long as you …

Cruises are great! They suit so many people, and I am not surprised that millions choose to cruise every year. Even if you are a regular cruiser, there might be …

If you have children, grandchildren, or other children in the family, you might be wondering whether a cruise would be a good option for your family holiday/ vacation. I have …

When I talk about cruising, it is easy for me to fall into the trap of using cruise terms that I assume everyone will be familiar with. Reading the comments …

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 …

One of my favourite things about cruising is the availability of food around the clock. From a midnight snack to a full meal in the main dining room, there is …

Have you ever wondered where the most popular places to cruise are? In this article, we look at where most cruise passengers choose to visit and find out what attracts …

I recently sailed on P&O’s oldest and smallest ship, Aurora. I wasn’t prepared for how much I would like her traditional feel and quirky features. I had an inside cabin, …

If you’ve ever booked a cruise, you might have wondered what the cruise line is actually spending your money on. Of course, costs and profits may vary from year to …

It may be hard to believe, but cruiselines sometimes cut their ships in half, and add a new section into the middle. This makes the ships longer, allows for more …

In the competitive cruise market, where new and bigger ships are launched annually, cruise lines want to make sure their older ships still appeal to passengers. One way cruise lines …

Imagine the excitement of getting to the port and seeing the ship docked in front of you – then being denied boarding. It’s hard to think of anything more disappointing… …

You might think getting yourself banned from a cruise line was hard, but it does happen. The majority of guests are happy to follow the cruise line’s rules and regulations …

When you book a cruise, you automatically agree to the terms and conditions of the cruise line – but most people say they have never read about or even knew …

There are various things you aren’t allowed to take on cruise ships – but unless you have spent hours reading pages of the cruise line’s terms and conditions, you might …

I have been cruising (and testing cruise ship cookies) since I was 11 years old and in this guide, I will share with you the cookie options from all the …