I have been lucky enough to go on quite a few excursions while on cruises, some with the cruise line and some independently. If there is somewhere you particularly want to visit that isn’t near the port area, excursions can … Read more
Recently, I sailed from Portsmouth – and I was pleasantly surprised by how straightforward it was. It’s a smaller cruise port than Southampton, but that can actually make things easier and simpler. Also, it is about 15 miles closer to … Read more
Most of us have done it, gone to a cruise port thinking you will be in the heart of the city, only to find yourself in a container port, miles out of town. I love it when a ship docks … Read more
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 … 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 Marella seven times, and have enjoyed every single cruise! As Marella is a British cruise line, … 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 … 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
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
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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 various factors, including the itinerary, the … Read more