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Cruise Tips

Whether you’re planning your first cruise or you’ve lost count of how many you’ve taken, I’ve put together everything I’ve learned: the things that save you money, the mistakes worth avoiding and the details that actually make a difference onboard.

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Cruise Paperwork! Make Sure You Don’t Forget Essential Paperwork, or You Won’t Be Sailing Anywhere…

18/06/202513/09/2023

In this article, we look at all the paperwork you will need when you are going on a cruise. If you don’t have the things mentioned, you won’t be going on your cruise at all – so pay attention! Don’t … Read more

Tags Booking, essentials, paperwork
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Save Money When Booking Your Cruise – Using Discount Codes, Cashback Sites and More…

18/06/202513/09/2023

In this article, we will look at extra ways of saving money when you are ready to actually book your cruise. I always want to make sure I get the best value for money possible! To make additional savings on … Read more

Tags cruise tips, money saving
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Get The Best Cabin for Your Budget! Hints, Tips and Examples of How to Save Money Without Downgrading Your Cabin Type

17/06/202513/09/2023

Types Of Cabin Available In this article we look at the main types of cabins available, and ways to save money without necessarily downgrading your cabin type. I am a big fan of booking the cheapest inside cabin but there … Read more

Tags cabins, cruise tips
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When Are Cruise Prices At Their Cheapest? Hints and Tips To Help You Book At The Right Time

17/06/202513/09/2023

You may be wondering when should I book my cruise to get the best price. In this article, we look at the different options so that you can get the best possible cruise deal. When are cruise prices the cheapest? … Read more

Tags cruise budget, last minute booking, money saving

Cruise Destinations and Timings (Peak Seasons, Popular Itineraries and Weather)

28/05/202506/09/2023

Choosing a cruise can be hard – there are so many places to choose from. Then you want to make sure you travel at the right time of the year, to make the most of your experience. In this article, … Read more

Tags Cruise Destinations
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When is the Cheapest Month to go on a Cruise? (Real Examples) – Where and When I Travelled

21/05/202504/07/2023

When Is The cheapest Month to Go On A Cruise? You may be wondering which is the cheapest time of year to go on a cruise holiday. It all depends really on where you want to go in the world. … Read more

Tags cruise timing
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Pineapples on Cruise Ships: (I Interviewed a Swinger Who Uses This SECRET Code)

14/05/202506/04/2023

If you’ve ever seen an upside-down pineapple symbol on a cruise ship, you’ve probably wondered why it was there. Whether you’re just curious about the symbol or you want to get to started experimenting with pineapples on cruise ships, you’ll … Read more

Tags Pineapple
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You Don’t Need to Pay For Wi-Fi To Use a Cruise Line App – Here’s Why

03/06/202623/01/2023

If you have booked a cruise, you may find that the cruise line you are sailing with encourages you to use their app.  You may be asked to download it pre-cruise or it may only be available onboard. Cruise lines … Read more

Tags Cruise ship app, mobile data, roaming charges, WiFi
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Cruise Ship Spa Age Requirements (Massages, Thermal Area and More)

23/10/202404/10/2022

If you are taking a cruise with teenagers or as a teenager yourself, you may be wondering about the age restrictions on cruise ship Spas. Cruise ship Spas often have different age restrictions for their thermal areas, cosmetic treatments, and … Read more

Tags spa, Teenagers

Can People With Visual Impairments go on a Cruise? (Review and Tips)

16/10/202421/03/2022

If you are considering a cruise and are visually impaired, you may be wondering if it is possible. The simple answer is yes, but there are some things to think about before you make the decision. I’m Chris, a blind … Read more

Tags cruise disability, p&o, visually impaired
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Can You Bring a Clothes Steamer on a Cruise? (Cruise Line Guide and Alternatives)

15/10/202408/01/2022

If you are taking a cruise, you may wonder if you can bring a clothes steamer on board the ship. Clothes steamers are used to remove the creases from clothes before you wear them and are an alternative to traditional … Read more

Tags Clothes Steamer, laundry
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Gifts Your Cruise Cabin Steward Will Appreciate (In Addition to Cash)

01/04/202530/11/2021

If you are taking a cruise you may be wondering if there are any gifts that the crew would appreciate in addition to cash. There are a number of things to consider before purchasing gifts including the crew’s limited space. … Read more

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Cruise Ship Promenade Decks – Photos, Uses, and History

01/04/202518/11/2021

If you’re considering taking a cruise you may have heard the term Promenade Deck used. Most modern cruise ships do have a Promenade Deck but the idea of having a Promenade Deck isn’t new. Promenade Deck design is constantly changing … Read more

Tags promenade deck, Ship History
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Sunrise Alarm Clocks – The BEST Inside Cabin Hack

01/04/202511/11/2021

This post may contain affiliate links, purchases made through affiliate links may provide a commission for us, at no extra cost to you. If you are considering a cruise in an inside cabin you might be concerned about the lack … Read more

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What My Worst Seasickness Experiences Have Taught Me About Cruising

15/03/202416/09/2021

If you were looking to take a cruise you read comments like ‘SEASICKNESS HELL’ ‘I FELT SO SICK’ and ‘MY TRIP WAS RUINED BY SEASICKNESS’ would you still want to go? What if you carried on reading and saw comments … Read more

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My Friends Tried Cruising and HATED It – Here’s Why

15/03/202414/09/2021

A couple of my friends took their first cruise and when they came back we spoke about the trip, they were very polite but I could tell that they didn’t have a good time. The cruise had been built up … Read more

Tags CMV, traditional
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These People Were Banned From Cruise Lines For Life – What Went Wrong?

15/03/202406/09/2021

It’s not easy to get banned from a cruise line, but it happens a lot more than you’d think. The question is are the people who got lifetime bands being reckless and they deserved it – or did they make … Read more

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You Can’t Book a Cruise on Departure Day Anymore – Here’s Why

10/01/202401/09/2021

If you have ever considered a last-minute cruise you may be wondering if it is possible to book a cruise on the day of departure. In this article find out everything you need to know. Can You Book a Cruise … Read more

Tags Booking, money saving
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Cruise Travel Insurance – Why You Need it and How to Get It: (Step by Step Illustrated Guide)

06/05/202503/08/2021

If you are taking a cruise, you may be wondering if you need travel insurance. I have been on over seventy cruises and would never consider travelling without it. If you’re looking for quick recommendations, these are the websites explained … Read more

Tags Travel Insurance
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5 Cruise Nightmares Caused by Not Having The Correct Travel Insurance (Real-Life Examples)

07/02/202403/08/2021

If you are taking a cruise you may be wondering if purchasing a cruise travel insurance policy is necessary. In this post, we look at the real-life stories of passengers who didn’t purchase travel insurance – and those who did … Read more

Tags cruise tips, Travel Insurance
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