I’ve sailed on three of Cunard’s four ships — Queen Mary 2, Queen Anne and Queen Victoria — and I’m still not sure I’d describe myself as their typical passenger. The dress codes are strict, the atmosphere is formal, and the transatlantic crossing in January was rougher than I’d like to admit. I loved most of it anyway. Here’s everything I’ve found out about Cunard.
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
I’ve been on cruises with Fred Olsen, P&O, MSC and Ambassador where I have been assigned a shared table with strangers for dinner. These aren’t the only cruise lines that do it but some cruise lines like NCL and Marella … Read more
I’ve always wanted to take a transatlantic crossing, experience a classic Ocean Liner route, and take that Iconic sailing from New York to Southampton. I booked the trip knowing the Atlantic in January is often rough, but I hoped the … Read more
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
I recently cruised with the most traditional cruise line there is, known for their strict dress codes, formal nights, ballroom dancing and afternoon tea. On paper this really isn’t a cruise that suits me, but when Cunard announced that they … Read more
When I took a transatlantic crossing on the world’s last Ocean Liner, Queen Mary 2, we changed time zones most days at 12 p.m. This crossing was unusual because there were no port stops. We left New York and sailed … Read more
I’ve just disembarked a cruise that I would not choose to repeat – and this is the first time I’ve ever said that. For years, I’ve wanted to try a transatlantic crossing, following in the footsteps of those travelling on … Read more
If you are considering a cruise with Cunard you might be wondering about the types of laundry services that they offer onboard. I have sailed on Queen Mary 2, Queen Anne and Queen Victoria, I only have Queen Elizabeth left to … Read more
Queen Mary 2 is the last Ocean Liner at Sea. She really is a “one of a kind” ship. She is the last of a long line of Ocean Liners that can sail with speed and comfort across thousands of … Read more
Queen Mary 2 is so much more than just another cruise ship – she is the last Ocean Liner at sea. She has a distinct Ocean Liner legacy and is known for her luxury and elegance. She offers a perfect … Read more
Taking a Transatlantic crossing on the last Ocean Liner at Sea has long been on my “bucket list”. I knew that I would only want to take that crossing with so many sea days on the Queen Mary 2. I … Read more
Many of us are animal lovers, and some would like to take their pet dog or cat with them when they cruise. I have a cat and a dog, Hudson and Rolo, and I always miss them when I travel. … Read more
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 … Read more
Looking at some of the stunning modern cruise ships of today, it is hard to believe that the idea of going on a ship for pleasure was an alien concept until the early 20th century. Cruising was very much a … 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 … Read more
Inside cabins are often the smallest, cheapest cabins found on ships. From the cheapest to the most expensive – I stay in them all. They have everything I need for a comfortable stay, and they are a very cost-effective way … Read more
You may have seen pictures of Cruise Ships and Ocean Liners in dry dock undergoing renovation, or being built in the shipyards. You may have wondered why they are painted a different colour – often red – below the water … Read more
When I took a cruise on the last remaining Ocean Liner in the world, and I stayed in the cheapest cabin on board the entire ship. It was less than half the size of the average hotel room in the … Read more
If you are considering a cruise, you may be wondering how much Norwegian Fjords cruises actually cost. I’ve been on many Fjords cruises and have spent a lot of time researching the cheapest ways to cruise. In this post, we … Read more
I once went from cruising onboard Cunard’s Queen Mary 2 – surrounded by formality and tradition – to cruising onboard the MSC Seaview – surrounded by sparkles and waterslides – within a week. The formality of a cruise line affects … Read more