I’ve just disembarked a cruise where I spent 3 days in the cheapest cabin on a luxury yacht. It was the most expensive cruise I’ve ever booked, coming in at around $860/£640 per night for this room for two people. … Read more
Windstar Cruises can be confusing because it’s often described as “all-inclusive”, even though not everything is included in the standard, base fare. Windstar are very different from mainstream cruise lines, because many things that normally cost extra elsewhere are already … Read more
Both Windstar and Viking are often grouped together as “luxury cruises,” but they actually offer very different experiences. One feels more like a small yacht while the other feels more like a small, luxury cruise ship. I have sailed with … Read more
When I recently sailed on Windstar Cruises’ Star Pride, I was stunned by the speed of the WiFi. Cruise ship WiFi is often thought of as slow and unreliable, and often that is the case. I’m normally impressed if cruise … Read more
Normally, when I book a cruise, I book the cheapest cabin I can find. If it’s right at the end of the ship or under a nightclub, I don’t mind. I’ve just disembarked a cruise though, where I did something … Read more
I’ve taken quite a few Cunard cruises over the years. I have sailed on three out of their four ships and tried a range of itineraries. I know their style very well. In fact, it was the shock of my … Read more
The largest cruise ships in the world are Royal Caribbean’s Icon-class ships. Think Star of the Seas, Icon of the Seas and the newest ship, Legend of the Seas. Another ship, Hero of the Seas, is on order and is … Read more
I recently went on a luxury cruise where I stayed in the cheapest and smallest cabin on the entire ship. The decision to book this cabin type has affected more of the cruise than just the room itself, and this … Read more
Most people think all P&O cruise ships are basically the same…but they’re definitely not! I’ve cruised on five different ships in the fleet. The differences in size, atmosphere, and the onboard experiences are huge. You need to know what you … Read more
Every big new cruise ship launched seems to have more extreme attractions! Aquacoasters, drop slides, ropes courses, Go-Karts – there are plenty of things onboard to keep everyone amused and entertained. I have recently tried both a wet and a … Read more
I’ve just disembarked a cruise on a brand new cruise ship where I was onboard for her first ever sailing. Norwegian Luna cost Norwegian over 850 million dollars to build, and the launch of any ship is always unpredictable. All … Read more
Note: I was onboard Norwegian Luna for a launch press trip. All opinions are my own. I’ve just disembarked a cruise where I went to see a show that really pushed me out of my comfort zone. The show was … Read more
If you are taking a cruise with Azamara, you may be wondering which cabin type would suit you best. All of their ships are virtually identical in size, decor, and style, so whichever ship you are looking at booking, this … Read more
Azamara offer 24-hour free room service. This free service makes you feel like you are really getting a premium experience while onboard. There are lots of items included in the menu – something for everyone. Whether you want to treat … Read more
If you are sailing on an Azamara ship, you aren’t going to want to miss a trip to “The Patio”. This poolside grill offers a casual, sit-down experience during the day and transforms into an alfresco dining restaurant during the … Read more
If you are taking a cruise with Azamara, you might be wondering which drinks are included in the price of the cruise. Azamara offers a range of drinks as standard, but that range is quite limited. (They also include gratuities in the … Read more
When I got an email asking if I wanted to bid on a cabin upgrade for my cruise, I honestly didn’t think much of it. I’ve been cruising for years and I’ve never once had an upgrade bid accepted, probably … Read more
I’ve just disembarked a luxury five-star cruise, which has changed the way I think about cruising forever. Even though I’ve been cruising since I was a child, on this cruise I saw and did things I’ve never experienced before and … Read more
On my last cruise, I did something I’ve never done before – it was really exciting and unexpected! I was onboard Marella Voyager with Matt, my friend and colleague.This was Matt’s first Marella cruise, and he had a great time. … Read more
Marella offers Inside, Outside (sometimes called Oceanview), Balcony, and suite cabins. Choosing the right cabin can significantly affect the cruise experience and price. In this article, we look at the Inside, Outside and different types of Balcony cabins I have … Read more