Do You Need To Be Able To Swim To Go On A Cruise?
You’re often surrounded by water as far as the eye can see when you take a cruise, so surely you need to be able to swim? No, actually, you don’t need to be able to swim to take a cruise. … Read more
Guides, Tips & More
With THOUSANDS Onboard, Do Cruise Ships Ever Run Out Of Food?
With ships getting bigger and bigger, many with thousands of passengers onboard, have you ever wondered whether food could run out, especially when they are sailing at full capacity? Cruise ships can carry thousands of guests, all eating multiple times … Read more
Cruise Lines That Still Make You Share Dinner Tables With Strangers (And Ones That Don’t)
A lot of people worry they’ll be seated with strangers every night on a cruise. For some, that’s enough to put them off booking altogether. Some cruisers love meeting new people, but others really don’t want to be bothered with … Read more
Do You REALLY Have To Dress Up On A Cruise?
Many people imagine cruises are very formal, and think it will be all suits, ballgowns, and strict dress codes every night. This is one of the most common concerns people have before they book, and it can genuinely put people … Read more
How To Avoid Booking a Cruise With Lots of Kids Onboard (Without Booking An Adults-Only Cruise)
Many people assume the only way to avoid children on a cruise is to book an adult-only cruise ship or cruise line. Even on mainstream cruise lines, the number of children onboard can vary hugely, depending on the itinerary, timing … Read more
5 Things I Hate About Cruise Line Excursions (And What I Do Instead)
I’ve done loads of cruise line excursions over the years. Some have been great, but often, I end up feeling disappointed. They aren’t cheap, and it doesn’t always seem like you are getting good value for your money. Really, I … Read more
6,000 People On One Ship… Does It Actually Feel Crowded?
6,000 passengers on one cruise ship might sound ridiculous. That could be compared to a small town or a packed stadium. I would normally avoid really crowded stadium events, but wouldn’t think twice about taking a cruise on a mega … Read more
Why “Cookies” And “Biscuits” Mean Completely Different Things In The UK
When I’m on a cruise and I tell people I’m looking for cookies, they might think I mean biscuits and am using the American word – but I don’t. Cookies and biscuits are different in the UK. Americans seem to … Read more
5 Cruise Tips I Ignore (And Why)
Every cruiser you ask seems to have a good “cruise tip” to pass on to you. Some of these are useful, but I totally ignore others because I just don’t agree with them. Here are some of the “useful” cruise … Read more
Do Seasickness Wristbands Actually Work? (Here’s My Honest Opinion)
Seasickness is one of the biggest worries people have before their first cruise. The question I get asked more than anything else is whether those seasickness wristbands actually work. They’re cheap, easy to use, and you’ll see loads of people … Read more
Why Cruise Ship Cabin Walls Are Magnetic (And What I Actually Use Them For)
One of the first things many people notice when they step into a cruise cabin is that the walls are magnetic. It’s not something most people expect, but once you realise it, it’s surprisingly useful. I get asked about this … Read more
Cruise Security Vs Airport Security – What’s Actually Different?
Most people assume cruise security is just like airport security. After going through both regularly, there are some big differences and a few things really surprised me. You still go through scanners, bags are checked, and there are still rules … Read more
Don’t Book A Noisy Cruise Cabin – Check These 5 Things First
When booking your cabin for your cruise, there are a few things to keep in mind. Where your cabin is on the ship – and what is above and below it – can greatly impact your time onboard. It is … Read more
What I Do With Dirty Clothes On A Cruise (Most People Don’t)
Cruise cabins are small… and keeping them organised makes a huge difference. At home, you might have a massive laundry basket to hide dirty washing away in. You might have a chair piled with clothes that are not dirty enough … Read more
Offline Mode, $31,227 Raised & More! – Emma Cruises Weekly Newsletter
Hey hey hey, I hope you’ve had a fantastic week. It’s been a great one for me with two exciting things happening. ???????? The first is that I donated the money we raised from the latest versions of First Mate Rolo and Captain Hudson. In total, it came to $31,227, which is absolutely mind-blowing. The money will do SO much good, saving and changing the lives of humans, dogs and cats! ????❤️ As always I am so so proud of our community here and can’t thank you enough. If you are waiting for your…
Which Cruise Line Should I Cruise With Next? – Emma Cruises Weekly Newsletter
Hey, I hope you’re having a lovely week! I’ve been doing one of my favourite things this week… researching potential cruises I’d like to book. ???????? The problem is, there are approximately 79547054 different cruises I’d like to take and so I need your help deciding! ???????????? If there’s a cruise line you’d love to see me try next, tell me here: Emma’s Cruise Line Survey You can tick as many as you’d like. So far, Holland America are in the lead. I’ve never cruised with them but I’m sure I’d enjoy…
The World’s Biggest Cruise Ships Compared To Cars, Buildings – And Even Capybaras
Cruise ships seem to be getting bigger and bigger. Royal Caribbean, MSC and Norwegian seem to be launching massive new ships almost on an annual basis. The ships are like floating resorts, with varied entertainment, many eating options, water parks, … Read more
Azamara Cruises. Real Cabin Reviews and Cabins To Avoid (With Photos)
If you are taking a cruise with Azamara, you may be wondering which cabin type would suit you best. All of their ships are virtually identical in size, decor, and style, so whichever ship you are looking at booking, this … Read more
Can You Sneak Alcohol Onboard A Cruise Ship? The Cruise “Hack” Some People Still Try
How to sneak alcohol onto cruise ships is one of the most common tips people share online. It is something I would never recommend – and I certainly wouldn’t risk doing it myself! For a start, I don’t drink much … Read more
7 Cruise Disasters Travel Insurance Can Save You From (Number 3 Happened to Me)
This post may contain affiliate links, marked with a *. This post is sponsored by Compare Your Cruise Insurance. All thoughts and opinions and my own. Going on a cruise isn’t like going on most land based holidays, you’ll be … Read more