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
The Great Debate: Port Versus Starboard When it comes to cruising, one of the most common questions people ask me is “Which side of the ship is best?” The Port side or the Starboard side? But the truth is, the best side of the ship is just a matter of personal preference – and in … Read more
I recently took an all-inclusive weekend cruise on one of the oldest and smallest cruise ships around. The ship I sailed on started her life with Celebrity Cruises and now is a completely adult-only ship where everything – including alcohol – is included. Check out the itinerary on the Marella website here (affiliate link) Being … Read more
I recently sailed on P&O’s oldest and smallest ship, Aurora. I wasn’t prepared for how much I would like her traditional feel and quirky features. I had an inside cabin, but it was very close to an outside door, leading out onto the ship’s magnificent Aft. This got me thinking, why aren’t cruise ships designed … Read more
I have recently sailed onboard P&O’s Aurora. As I often do, I chose an inside cabin – but this inside cabin was far larger than other inside cabins I have had in the past. Before you book your cruise cabin, it is worth having a look to see if you can get more cabin or … Read more
In the competitive cruise market, where new and bigger ships are launched annually, cruise lines want to make sure their older ships still appeal to passengers. One way cruise lines keep up with the evolving needs of passengers is to add balconies to older ships. In this article, we look at how and why ships … Read more
I have sailed on many older cruise ships that started their lives as cruise ships for different Cruise Lines The largest cruise companies, like Royal Caribbean and Norwegian Cruise Line, regularly introduce newer, larger ships to their fleets. They can then sell off any older ones. They want to have the biggest ships with the … Read more
If you’re taking your first cruise with Celebrity below are 9 things that I think you should know. I have been lucky enough to cruise on two older Celebrity ships, Silhouette and Infinity and the ground breaking “Edge Class” ship, Celebrity Edge Knowing the following 9 tips will help you get the most out of … Read more
I have been on many cruises – and I have often seen oceanview cabins advertised for a price that is not much more than an inside cabin. You may be wondering whether it is worth paying a little more and having that ocean view. In this article, we look at the advantages of having an … Read more
I recently stayed in a cabin with a layout I didn’t know existed onboard cruise ships. Many people would say that this room has one of the worst locations on the ship, and we’ve had a couple of problems with this cabin, which I never expected, caused in part by the fact I was on … Read more
I know “all-inclusive” and “budget” usually don’t go together, but hear me out on this one… 😂🍷 I’ve booked a little cruise with the British cruise line Marella. They include flights, transfers, all gratuities and DRINKS (including alcohol) as standard. Woohoo! 🚢⚓️ This will be my 5th Marella cruise, and I can’t wait to bring you on this adventure! 👏🏼😁 If you are looking for a cheap cruise, there are lots of things to avoid that can push the prices up significantly! We have all seen bargain…
You may see cruises with Costa advertised with ridiculously cheap lead-in prices and wondered how their cruises can be so cheap – compared to other cruise lines. In this article, we find out how Costa are able to charge such low prices and explore what you would actually get for your money if you booked … Read more
I have been cruising (and testing cruise ship cookies) since I was 11 years old and in this guide, I will share with you the cookie options from all the mainstream cruise lines. Cookies vary in quality, availability and location. Of course, this is just based on my personal experience. Cookie locations and availability are … Read more
Inside cabins are often the smallest, cheapest cabins found on ships. From the cheapest to the most expensive – I stay in them all. I will start with an inside cabin from one of the biggest cruise lines in the world, Carnival Cruise Line. Carnival Magic Inside Cabin – $76 Per Night I’d read a … Read more
I took a cruise on Symphony of the Seas – and saw another guest do the weirdest thing! He took off his two socks, and then carefully laid them on the chairs in the theatre beside him to reserve two seats! I asked my Facebook Group what other strange things they had seen on cruise … Read more
If you are taking a cruise you might be wondering if it’s worth buying a drinks package, I usually don’t and in this article, I will explain why. I rarely buy a drinks package when I cruise. I will on occasion buy a soda package if it’s available – but for me an alcoholic package … Read more
What Is A Themed Night? A themed night on a cruise ship where guests and staff dress up with a specific theme in mind. Colour-themed nights are very popular – particularly White Night, which is held on many different cruise lines. How Do You Find Out In Advance What The Theme Will Be? Cruise theme … Read more
Cruising on a budget when cruising solo can be difficult, so here we explore hints and tips to help you get the best value for money. There are Two Different Cabin Options When You Cruise Alone: Norwegian Cruise Lines are leading the way with solo travel. There are 128 solo cabins on the Norwegian Epic! … Read more
In this post we talk about life onboard ship – and look at gratuities, Wi-Fi, and other onboard expenses you may end up paying for. The last thing you want when you disembark at the end of your cruise is a massive bill, but there are many easy ways to cut down on the amount … Read more
It is possible to cut your onboard expenses before you even set foot on the cruise ship! The last thing you want on disembarkation day is to be left with a massive bill. Disembarkation Day is depressing enough! I have been on cruises where I have come back with a £0 spend. I am very … Read more