Cruise cabin advice you won’t always hear from the cruise lines. I’ve stayed in inside cabins, outside cabins, balconies and suites and my honest opinion might surprise you. Here’s what actually matters when you’re choosing a cabin, and what really doesn’t.
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 … 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 … 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 … 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
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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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, … 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. … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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
If you are considering booking a trip on any of Havila’s four modern ships you might be wondering which cabin option would suit you best. Havila has four ships – Havila Capella, Castor, Pollux and Polaris. These ships are identical, … Read more
If you are taking a trip on a Havila Norwegian Coastal Ferry you may be wondering if a Seaview cabin is a good choice. In this article, I will review the Seaview cabin 4207 onboard Havila Polaris. Havila has four … Read more