Lots of people will tell you that upgrading to a balcony or suite will mean your cruise will be better in every way. When it comes to movement, cheaper cabins can actually be located in the most stable places on … Read more
Marella offers Inside, Outside (sometimes called Oceanview), Balcony, and suite cabins. Choosing the right cabin can significantly affect the cruise experience and price. In this article, we look at the Inside, Outside and different types of Balcony cabins I have … Read more
I was recently asked what the mats on cruise ship beds are for. You may find them on the beds when you first arrive in your room. If you have been wondering the same thing, this post is for you! … 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 … 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 … Read more
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 offers, but when you come to book them, they are no longer available … Read more
Normally if you take a cruise in a balcony cabin you can expect your own little private place where you can see out but nobody can see you. That isn’t what happened on my last cruise though because I booked … Read more
I’ve just been on a cruise – staying in a balcony cabin that has a quirky downside that I’ve never encountered on a ship before. The cruise lines don’t advertise cabins like these, and most people have no idea that … Read more
If you’ve ever considered taking a cruise or are looking for a job on a cruise ship, you may have heard housekeeping mentioned. The cleanliness of cruise ships is more important than ever, following the 2020 Coronavirus outbreak. Who keeps … Read more
If you’re taking a cruise, you may be wondering about how big cruise ship cabins actually are. Many first-time cruisers worry about the cabins feeling small and claustrophobic, which is something that I’ve never found to be the case. I’ve … Read more
Considering a cruise on the MSC Meraviglia/Bellissima? In this post, we explore all cabin categories onboard. I have stayed in both inside cabins and balcony cabins onboard and review those during this photo guide.