
Cruise reviews, tips & guides
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I try cruises so you can decide if they’re right for you, without spending your own time and money figuring it out. ❤️🥳
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Latest cruise reviews, tips & guides
Emerald River Cruises – Daily Diary, Virtual Cruise
I was invited by Emerald to join them on a river cruise from Arles to Lyon onboard the Emerald Liberté. This was my first ever…
Do Cruises Provide Shampoo and Conditioner? Cruise Line Guide
If you are taking a cruise you might be wondering if you need to bring your own shampoo and/or conditioner. I’ve been on multiple cruises,…
Sapphire Princess Photo Tour (Post Refurbishment 2018)
Sapphire Princess Sapphire Princess was built in 2004 and last refurbished in 2018. She’s the sister of Diamond Princess and carries around 2600 passengers. I…
How Far In Advance Should You Book A Cruise? (Last Minute Isn’t Always Best)
When looking at cruise prices, it can be difficult to decide when to book. I’ve taken over 80 cruises to date – and have been…
MSC Status Match – What Is it And is it Worth Doing? A Step-by-Step Guide
I successfully used the MSC Status Match program to transfer my Norwegian Cruise Line loyalty status to MSC, and I have been enjoying the perks…
7 Surprising Things That Aren’t Included in Your Cruise Fare
If you’re looking to book a cruise you may be wondering if they are “All-inclusive.” I’ve been on a number of cruises ranging from premium…
Avoid Cruise Ship Weight Gain – 7 Easy Things You Can Do
We’ve all heard horror stories that claim that you’ll put on a pound a day during a cruise, but cruise ship weight gain isn’t inevitable….
7 Differences Between MSC and Costa Cruises – All Italian Cruise Lines Aren’t The Same
In this post, we look at the differences I have noticed between the cruise lines Costa and MSC. Both are Italian cruise lines, and both…
I Tried a Ropes Course on Top of a Cruise Ship! It was TERRIFYING (MSC Meraviglia)
I took a Mediterranean cruise onboard the MSC Meraviglia. In this post, I will be talking about my experience on the Himalayan Bridge rope course…
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