These are the questions people ask before they book — and sometimes the ones they’re a bit embarrassed to ask at all. Do cruise ships have jails? What happens if you miss the ship? Is there a class system onboard? I’ve tried to answer all of them as honestly as I can.
Cruise lines are brilliant at making optional extras look essential, especially for first-timers. It is in their interests to make you spend as much money as possible with them whilst you are onboard. As a seasoned cruiser, I only spend … Read more
I am really too young to remember a time when smoking was allowed in pubs, bars and restaurants in the UK. Up until 2007, in the UK, smoking in restaurants and bars was fine, but in 2007, a blanket ban … Read more
Cruising alone might sound amazing, total freedom, your own space onboard, and no compromises. But when you look at the prices, you might change your mind! Even the so-called “solo” rooms can be ridiculously expensive. There are ways to cruise … 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
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 are up early enough! I have to admit that I … Read more
Norway is one of my favourite places to cruise to – I have returned again and again. The weather can be unpredictable, to say the least, so you need to be prepared for all eventualities. If you are planning a … Read more
What Is A Themed Night? A themed night on a cruise ship where guests and staff dress up with a specific theme in mind. Colour-themed nights are very popular – particularly White Night, which is held on many different cruise … Read more
In this article, we look at whether or not it is best to use a travel agent. I usually use a Travel Agent, as it saves me any problems should something go wrong! Knowing my travel agent will be there … Read more
If you’re someone who gets seasick easily, you will want to book the best cabin to minimise any risk of seasickness. The last thing you want is to feel the motion of the ship all day and night, leaving you … Read more
We have all seen videos of “Pier Runners.” Poor, unfortunate guests who miss the departure time for their ship leaving port, and are left standing on the quayside! And what happens if you never make it to your ship in … Read more
If you’re taking a cruise you may be wondering if they have any sort of class system onboard. In this article we look at how ships have changed from the first, second and third class system operated by ocean liners, … Read more
When you picture a cruise ship funnel, you probably imagine a very simple shape. The majority of cruise lines stick to basic funnel designs, but there are some funnels that look like they have wings. Carnival Cruise Line has this … Read more
Due to the large number of guests on a cruise ship, cruise ships do have to have jails onboard. They are needed for a variety of reasons and members of the ship’s security Team manage the jail. The cruise ship … Read more
If you’ve ever been on a cruise or are considering taking one you may be wondering why almost all ships are registered to foreign ports. There are a number of reasons for doing this which we will discuss in this … Read more
If you are considering a cruise you may be wondering if you can board at a port of call rather than the embarkation port. This depends on a number of factors – and the cruise line, and where the ship … Read more
Many first-time cruisers have questions about the movement they will feel when on a cruise ship. I’ve been on many cruises, and on the majority, I often forget that I am on a cruise ship at all. That said, in … Read more