Cruise reviews, tips & guides

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…

Cruiseline excursions can be great in some situations. If you are a first-time cruiser, a nervous traveller, or are a long way from home in…

It was a totally normal, relaxing afternoon onboard Fred.Olsen’s Borealis. I was on what Fred. Olsen calls a “Mystery Cruise.” Passengers had no idea where…

I love a Christmas cruise! Being away at Christmas takes away a lot of the stress that planning and preparing for a Christmas at home…

I took a Transatlantic crossing onboard the last Ocean Liner at sea, Queen Mary 2, in winter. That probably wasn’t a very sensible plan, as…

People are often surprised to find that I occasionally get seasick. Not just seasick, I am a travel-sick person in general – I can feel…

I’ve always wanted to take a transatlantic crossing, experience a classic Ocean Liner route, and take that Iconic sailing from New York to Southampton. I…

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…

Cruise lines are brilliant at making optional extras look essential, especially for first-timers. It is in their interests to make you spend as much money…