One of the things I love most about cruising is the opportunity to visit places that you would never normally see. Once you have chosen a cruise itinerary that suits you, you can sit back and think about where you wish to visit. You will then have to decide whether you would like to take … Read more
Marella is a British cruise line that offers good value all-inclusive cruise packages, with flights, transfers, and drinks included as standard. I’ve cruised with them 5x! As Marella is a British cruise line, daily service charges and gratuities are not added to your onboard account. Gratuities are included within the cruise fare. If you sail … Read more
There are many great reasons to sail from your local cruise port. If you can find a suitable itinerary and ship that will suit you, it’s something that might be worth considering. While many people like to fly away to find the sun in far-flung destinations, for a hassle-free cruise, the advantages of sailing from … 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 article, we look at the most popular cruises you might want to take from the … 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. The Inside Passage stretches hundreds of miles from Puget Sound, Washington, through the British Columbia … Read more
Most Alaska cruises will include the port of Skagway. Here are 7 Essential Tips for things to do in and around Skagway when you visit based on my most recent trip there. Skagway, Alaska, offers wonderful natural beauty and plenty of history too. It’s one of Alaska’s most interesting destinations. The sail in via the … Read more
If you’re embarking on a cruise journey to Alaska’s wonderful landscapes, you will likely visit Juneau. I was there a couple of weeks ago, and it was FABULOUS. This post was created in collaboration with Melissa from CruiseShopSave. She worked in Alaska for many years while working for cruise lines, and she’s taught me a … Read more
It is often a bit of a rush on disembarkation morning – getting up and out of your cabin early and leaving the ship at your designated time. There are lots of things you can do in advance to make sure disembarkation day runs as smoothly as possible! #1 Check Your Onboard Account And Sort … Read more
If you are considering taking a cruise from London Tilbury, you might be wondering how easy it is to get to the port from the London Airports or Central London. In this post we explore some of the options available to you. Which Cruise Lines Use Tilbury? Tilbury is a smaller port on the River … Read more
In this post, we are going to learn about going ashore in the ports. Sometimes I get so excited about going on a cruise and everything happening on the ship, I forget to think about what happens when we get to port. It’s quite a big part! We are going to look at everything you … Read more
If you’re planning a cruise, you may be wondering how long you’ll get to spend in each port of call. The amount of time a cruise ship spends in port can vary depending on a variety of factors, including the itinerary, the size of the ship, and the port’s facilities. I’ve been on cruises where … Read more