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Entertainment

Cruise Adverts Can’t Show You What a Cruise is Really Like – Here’s Why

20/02/2026

I often see cruise ads on television or YouTube, but what they are advertising doesn’t seem to bear much resemblance to the cruising I know and love! Often, they focus on high-octane excitement, waterslides, go karts, flashy entertainment, and perfect … Read more

Tags cruise adverts, destinations, entertainment, go-karts, restaurants, rock climbing walls, waterslides

I Couldn’t Believe What This Passenger Used to Save Seats On my Cruise

16/11/2025

I was on a Royal Caribbean cruise onboard Symphony of the Seas, and I was heading into the ice rink for the evening show. I always like to go to the evening shows when possible, and the Ice skating shows … Read more

Tags Ice Rink, Royal Caribbean, socks, symphony of the seas

Cruise Trivia Explained: How It Works (and What You Can Win)

10/09/2025

Trivia seems to be one of the most popular free activities at sea – for British and American cruise guests at least! Some people take it very seriously, others just join in for the fun of it. Trivia is the … Read more

Tags bars, entertainment, pub, Trivia
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14 Free Things To Try On Your Next Cruise

22/10/2024

You will never get bored on a cruise, there are so many things to do and try – and lots of them are free of charge! If you are wondering what to do with yourself whilst onboard, why not try … Read more

Tags cruise budget, cruise entertainment, freebies
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Back to The Future The Musical is Coming To Royal Caribbean!

30/07/202526/09/2024

I am so excited to let you know that my favourite musical of all time, Back to the Future, is expected to be coming to Star of the Seas! I LOVE Royal Caribbean’s musicals and can’t wait to see this. … Read more

Tags Musical
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6 Adrenaline-Filled FREE Activities You Shouldn’t Miss on Royal Caribbean Cruises

18/02/202627/06/2024

Royal Caribbean have the reputation of having some of the most fun-filled cruise ships at sea. Although activities can vary greatly from one ship to another, there is always plenty going on to keep you occupied – particularly if you … Read more

Tags cruise entertainment, Royal Caribbean
Theatre performance of Hairspray NCL Encore

5 Ways Cruise Ship Musicals Are Better Than Broadway/West End Productions

18/02/202627/06/2024

I love to go to the West End of London to see a Musical. Luckily for me, I don’t live far away and it makes a great day trip out. Seeing these theatre productions on land, along with the additional … Read more

Tags cruise entertainment, cruise show, norwegian, norwegian cruise, Royal Caribbean
Theatre performance of We will rock you - Anthem of the Seas

9 Broadway Musicals You Can See At Sea! (Included)

18/02/202627/06/2024

It’s no secret that I love musicals. I regularly go to London to see shows in the West End, it is one of my favourite pastimes. One of the many reasons I love to cruise with Norwegian or Royal Caribbean … Read more

Tags cruise entertainment, Musicals, norwegian cruise, Royal Caribbean

Hey hey hey, I'm Emma and I LOVE cruising! I took my first cruise when I was 11 and I've been hooked ever since. I create cruise content across YouTube, this website and my social accounts, all with the aim of helping you to find, and take your perfect cruise. 48,000 people receive my best cruise tips, insights and guides every week. You can join them for free by clicking here.

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