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
If you have children, grandchildren, or other children in the family, you might be wondering whether a cruise would be a good option for your family holiday/ vacation. I have been cruising since I was a child, and now I … Read more
Most of us know that feeling. We have been looking forward to our cruise for ages, have had a fantastic time away – and now it is all over! Returning from a cruise can be quite depressing. You have to … Read more
When you book your cruise, it is easy to think that everything will be included, but this is rarely the case – particularly when it comes to drinks. You might have been reading about drinks packages, and be wondering whether … Read more
If you haven’t done your cruise research, you might be shocked at the end of your cruise to find the additional costs on your onboard account can cost as much as the cruise fare itself! In this article, we look … Read more
Some people constantly worry that they have forgotten to pack something when they go on a cruise – others have packing down to a fine art and never worry about it at all. Whichever category you fall into, these are … Read more
When I talk about cruising, it is easy for me to fall into the trap of using cruise terms that I assume everyone will be familiar with. Reading the comments on my post, I often find that people don’t actually … 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
If you live in the UK or are visiting the UK from another part of the world, you might be wondering which are the best itineraries you can take if you want to sail from a UK port. In this … 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
I’ve just disembarked a cruise on one of the biggest and most exciting cruise ships in the world, where I spent 7 days exploring Alaska. I saw and did things that if I hadn’t seen them with my own eyes, … Read more
DISCLAIMER: This article was written on a cruise I took as part of a press trip. This means I didn’t pay a cruise fare. All opinions are my own and no company has any control over this content. I’ve just … Read more
One of my favourite things about cruising is the availability of food around the clock. From a midnight snack to a full meal in the main dining room, there is always plenty of tempting food on offer. The buffet is … Read more
When you embark on your first cruise, you may be worried about things you have forgotten about or be concerned that you aren’t as well prepared as you should be. There is no need to worry! In this article, we … Read more
Have you ever wondered where the most popular places to cruise are? In this article, we look at where most cruise passengers choose to visit and find out what attracts them to these areas of the world. This information is … Read more
I recently took an all-inclusive weekend cruise on one of the oldest and smallest cruise ships around. The ship I sailed on started her life with Celebrity Cruises and now is a completely adult-only ship where everything – including alcohol … 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
If you are considering an Alaska cruise you may be wondering what you need to pack. Unpredictable weather can make packing for an Alaskan cruise a little harder than some other destinations – but I have successfully managed it and … Read more
I recently sailed on P&O’s oldest and smallest ship, Aurora. I wasn’t prepared for how much I would like her traditional feel and quirky features. I had an inside cabin, but it was very close to an outside door, leading … Read more
If you’ve booked a cruise to Alaska you may be looking for the best things to do in Ketchikan, Alaska. I’ve just got back from a fantastic cruise there. Ketchikan is positioned amongst the breathtaking landscapes of the Inside Passage. … Read more