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Butlin’s at Sea? Here’s How Cruises Compare to Holiday Parks

20/02/2026

I have heard cruises described as “floating caravan parks” or “holiday camps at sea”. While there are some surface similarities if you sail with some of the more budget lines, the price structure, destinations and experience make cruises feel very … Read more

Tags Butlins, family cruising, holiday parks, price comparison, value for money

1/3rd of Cruisers Are Under 40! Here’s The Average Age

23/06/2025

The statistics used in this post have come from CLIA the Cruise Line International Association. I started my cruising blog back in 2016, because I loved to cruise – but many of my friends knew nothing about cruising and weren’t … Read more

Tags Age Demographic, cruise facts, Cruise Statistics, Young cruisers

Inside Cabin for 4 Adults? Here’s What No One Tells You!

01/04/2025

Booking an inside cabin is often far cheaper than booking a balcony cabin. If you are cruising on a budget, an inside cabin can be a great way to have a fantastic cruise holiday without breaking the bank. After all, … Read more

Tags family cruising, four berth cabin, inside cabin, money saving
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7 Days Onboard The Anthem of the Seas To Norway

17/02/202625/08/2024

I was recently onboard a 7-night Royal Caribbean cruise, heading to Norway with my family on Anthem of the Seas. I’ve been cruising for years but usually, I only cruise with other adults. On this cruise, though, I brought my … Read more

Tags Anthem of the Seas, family, Norway, Royal Caribbean
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5 Surprising Reasons Why Cruises Are the Best Family Getaway with Kids!

17/02/202604/07/2024

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

Tags Costa Cruise, cruise info, cruise tips, family, MSC, Norwegian Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean
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Are Cruises Overrated or Worth It? – Pros and Cons You Need to Know

06/11/202430/07/2019

When considering a cruise, many people feel overwhelmed trying to weigh up the pros and cons! There are multiple positives and negatives to taking a cruise vacation – and cruises aren’t for everybody. I believe that almost everybody will be … Read more

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