If you are considering a cruise to the Norwegian Fjords you may be wondering when is the best time to visit. I have cruised to Norway many times and during this post, we will explore the best time to visit with regard to weather, price, and availability. When is The Best Time to Cruise to … Read more
If you are considering a river cruise with Saga you may be wondering what it is like onboard day by day. I took a saga river cruise onboard the Filia Rheni, we cruised from Budapest to Bucharest along the Danube River and had the most amazing time. This post will take you through from embarkation … Read more
If you’re planning a cruise you may be wondering how much cash you should bring. I’ve been over 70 cruises to date, and in this post, I explore how much cash you should bring and what you will need to budget for. What Is The Average Amount of Cash to Bring on a Cruise? Before … Read more
Cruising alone can be a lot of fun but it also comes at a cost. Solo cruisers can expect to pay a ‘solo supplement’ on most cruises which means that you could end up paying substantially more than you would if you were cruising with another person. Below are the cruise lines that I recommend … Read more
When considering a cruise, many people feel overwhelmed trying to weigh up the pros and cons! There are multiple positives and negatives to taking a cruise vacation – and cruises aren’t for everybody. I believe that almost everybody will be able to find a cruise line that will suit them. Having said that, cruises can … Read more
Will you get seasick on a cruise? Maybe! I sometimes do. I read many guides online that say that you need never worry about getting seasick when cruising, mostly written by people who aren’t normally travel sick . Will seasickness ruin your cruise? Absolutely not! Will I Get Seasick on a Cruise? Some people do … Read more
Considering your first cruise? In this post, we have tips from cruisers on a range of cruise-related topics. This article will guide you through from pre-cruise right through to disembarkation helping you to avoid costly and time-consuming mistakes. Before The Cruise Cruise Tip #1: Check Your Cruise Documents Are up to Date Before You do … Read more
Below are the most searched-for cruise questions on the internet. I originally put together this list for a YouTube video but if you’re looking for a quick answer to these questions you’re in the right place. Are cruises… Are cruises safe? Yes! Cruise ships are safe. The priority of all cruise lines is the safety … Read more
If you are looking to book a cruise you may be wondering if you need a passport to go on a cruise. In this post, we explore which cruises don’t require passports and look at the guidance provided by the cruise lines. If you are in doubt, getting a passport is always a good idea. … Read more
If you are considering a cruise with MSC, you may be wondering if food is included. I have been on many cruises with MSC and I love the value for money that you get on MSC Cruises. Do MSC Cruises Include Meals? MSC Cruises include the cost of breakfast lunch and dinner in the cruise … Read more
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 river cruise and I was completely blown away by the entire experience. It was without a doubt one of the best cruises I’ve ever been on and I was definitely … Read more
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 visited her in April 2019, and in this post, you’ll find photos (and a video) of the ship post-refurbishment. The refurbishment took place in Singapore and took two weeks to … Read more
When looking at cruise prices it can be difficult to decide when to book. I’ve taken over 50 cruises to date – and have been able to book cruises for as little as £39/$50 per night! I have done a lot of research into the best time to book cruises and during the post, I … Read more
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 on MSC cruises ever since! In this post, we look at how you can apply. What is the MSC Status Match? MSC Status Match is a program from MSC Cruises … Read more
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 to budget lines, what is included in the cruise fare varies dramatically from one to another. That is what we will explore in this post. Are Cruises All Inclusive? Cruises … Read more
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 offer very good value for money. They are very different from British or American cruise lines though. I have taken many cruises with MSC, and two with Costa Cruises. One … Read more
Marella Cruises – What Does ‘All Inclusive’ Include? In September 2018 I took my first Marella cruise – and have done many since. I knew that the line offered ‘all-inclusive’ cruises -but I honestly had no idea what this meant. Every day of the cruise I was surprised when I realised that another thing I’d … Read more
Who Are Marella? Marella Cruises are part of TUI – one of the world’s biggest travel groups. Marella sells cruises to the British market – including flights and transfers in the cruise price. (Tui also have seven German cruise ships sailing for German passengers, under the name “Mein Schiff” -then a number 1 to 7. … Read more
I was lucky enough to be invited by Viking to join them on a portion of their ‘Into the Midnight Sun’ cruise. The cruise would take us down to Bergen from Tromso at the top of Norway. Day 1 – Tromso! We flew to Tromso via Norway and had a night in Tromso before boarding … Read more
In June 2018, I took my first cruise around the Norwegian Fjords on P&O’s Britannia. Since then, I have returned time and time again. In this post, I’ll share with you things I wish I had known before my first cruise to Norway This Includes: When is the best time to cruise the Norwegian Fjords? … Read more