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Norwegian Breakaway studio cabin

Best Cruise Lines For Solo Cruisers (Tried & Tested, Pros & Cons!)

17/02/202613/08/2019

Cruising alone can be a lot of fun, but it also comes at a cost. Solo cruisers can expect to pay a ‘solo supplement’ on most cruises, which means that you could end up paying substantially more than you would … Read more

Tags solo cabin, solo cruising
emma cruises profile picture Anthem of the seas, Norway

Are Cruises Overrated or Worth It? – Pros and Cons You Need to Know

06/11/202430/07/2019

When considering a cruise, many people feel overwhelmed trying to weigh up the pros and cons! There are multiple positives and negatives to taking a cruise vacation – and cruises aren’t for everybody. I believe that almost everybody will be … Read more

Tags Pros and Cons
Emma Cruises with cocktail

Can You Bring Alcohol on a Cruise? – Searchable Cruise Line Table

10/02/202520/07/2019

If you are taking a cruise you may be wondering if you can bring alcohol on your cruise. I’ve been on multiple cruises and have encountered a variety of rules regarding alcohol. On some cruise lines, you can take a … Read more

Tags Alcohol, Soda
Emma Hawaii 2005

Best Cruise Lines For Families (Tried & Tested, Pros & Cons!)

15/03/202414/07/2019

Cruising with a family can be expensive. I’m often asked which cruise lines I’d recommend for families so I decided to put together this guide. I have personally been on all of the cruise lines mentioned and I have been … Read more

Tags Budget Cruise, children, cruise tips, Families
MSC Cruises Pub Food Fish and Chips

Do MSC Cruises Include Meals? (Firsthand Experience) – Your Guide To What is Included

16/10/202424/06/2019

If you are considering a cruise with MSC, you may be wondering if food is included. I have been on many cruises with MSC and I love the value for money that you get on MSC Cruises. Do MSC Cruises … Read more

Tags food review, MSC, msc cruises
MSC Meraviglia Outside Oceanview Cabin

MSC Meraviglia/Bellissima Cabins -Photo Guide, Real Reviews and Cabins to Avoid

15/03/202423/06/2019

Considering a cruise on the MSC Meraviglia/Bellissima? In this post, we explore all cabin categories onboard. I have stayed in both inside cabins and balcony cabins onboard and review those during this photo guide.

Tags cabin, MSC, MSC Bellissima, msc meraviglia
Princess Cruises Sanctuary Sapphire Princess

Sapphire Princess Photo Tour (Post Refurbishment 2018)

06/11/202427/05/2019

Sapphire Princess Sapphire Princess was built in 2004 and last refurbished in 2018. She’s the sister of Diamond Princess and carries around 2600 passengers. I visited her in April 2019, and in this post, you’ll find photos (and a video) … Read more

Tags princess, Sapphire Princess
MSC Status Match Black Card in Theatre

MSC Status Match – What Is it And is it Worth Doing? A Step-by-Step Guide

06/11/202423/05/2019

I successfully used the MSC Status Match program to transfer my Norwegian Cruise Line loyalty status to MSC, and I have been enjoying the perks on MSC cruises ever since! In this post, we look at how you can apply. … Read more

Tags MSC, msc cruises
MSC Meraviglia Toulon Mediterranean Cruise

7 Differences Between MSC and Costa Cruises – All Italian Cruise Lines Aren’t The Same

15/03/202404/04/2019

In this post, we look at the differences I have noticed between the cruise lines Costa and MSC. Both are Italian cruise lines, and both offer very good value for money. They are very different from British or American cruise … Read more

Tags costa, costa cruises, Costa Luminosa
msc meraviglia ropes course and waterslides

I Tried a Ropes Course on Top of a Cruise Ship! It was TERRIFYING (MSC Meraviglia)

27/03/202416/03/2019

I took a Mediterranean cruise onboard the MSC Meraviglia. In this post, I will be talking about my experience on the Himalayan Bridge rope course and the waterslides. Both activities at free to try at no additional cost. You can … Read more

Tags MSC, msc cruises, msc meraviglia, waterslides
Costa Cruises Luminosa Yellow Funnel Running track

My 1st cruise with Costa Cruises: 11 Surprises!

15/03/202424/02/2019

Despite all of my research prior to my first cruise with Costa, there were still a number of things that surprised me. If you’re considering your first Costa cruise, or just want to learn a little more, this is the … Read more

Tags costa, costa cruises, Costa Luminosa, Costa smeralda
Marella Discovery Tui Balcony Cabin Watching a sail away table and chairs space

Marella Discovery Cabins – Honest Reviews and Cabins to Avoid

26/05/202604/11/2018

In this post, I will be discussing all cabin grades available onboard the Marella Discovery. I will also share a review of the balcony cabin that I enjoyed during my two-week Baltic cruise. In this post, we will cover: We … Read more

Tags marella, marella discovery, tui discovery
Marella Discovery All Inclusive Drinks outside theatre

Marella Cruises All Inclusive Drinks List

22/10/202430/10/2018

What is an ‘all-inclusive’ cruise fare? In May 2019, the whole Marella fleet became “all-inclusive.” The ‘all-inclusive’ cruise fare doesn’t include excursions or speciality restaurants but does include drinks and gratuities.  In September 2018 I took my first Marella cruise. I knew … Read more

Tags All inclusive drinks, Drinks package, marella, marella cruises
Marella Discovery Cruises Pool Deck Sun Loungers Swimming Pool

Marella Cruises, What Does ‘All Inclusive’ Include?

30/10/202414/10/2018

Marella Cruises – What Does ‘All Inclusive’ Include? In September 2018 I took my first Marella cruise – and have done many since. I knew that the line offered ‘all-inclusive’ cruises -but I honestly had no idea what this meant. … Read more

Tags all inclusive, discovery, marella, marella discovery, money
The Veranda Marella Discovery

Marella Discovery – 8 Free “Must Do” Activities Onboard

15/03/202429/09/2018

Who Are Marella? Marella Cruises are part of TUI – one of the world’s biggest travel groups. Marella sells cruises to the British market – including flights and transfers in the cruise price. (Tui also have seven German cruise ships … Read more

Tags marella, marella discovery, Thomson, tui, tui discovery
p&o britannia balcony cabin reviews review woman sat on bed with inflatable cruise ship

P&O Britannia Cabins – Tours & Reviews 2019

14/09/202430/08/2018

In this post, I will discuss all cabin grades available onboard Britannia and share a review of the balcony cabin that I enjoyed during my week-long cruise around the Norwegian Fjords. In this post we will cover: Inside cabins Sleeps … Read more

Tags britannia, cabin review, p&o
Viking Cruises Sea Tea and Coffee

Viking Ocean Cruises: What’s included (11 things)

06/11/202416/08/2018

If you are considering a Viking cruise, you may be wondering what is included in the cruise fare. I’ve cruised with Viking, and in this post, we will look at the most important inclusions. Viking Cruises WiFi Included Drinks Included … Read more

Tags Norway, Norwegian Fjords, Viking, viking cruise
Viking Sea docked in Geiranger Emma Cruises Girl in red coat looking at cruise ship

Viking Cruises, Review and Daily Diary

06/11/202411/08/2018

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

Tags Norway, Norwegian Fjords, Viking, Viking Cruises, Viking Sea
p&o britannia sail away party union jack flag

P&O’s Britannia – 8 free ‘Must do’ activities

06/11/202427/06/2018

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

Tags britannia, cruise tips, first cruise, p&o

Princess Cruises, British Isles Excursions

11/09/202428/05/2018

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

Tags britain, british isles, princess, royal princess
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