Embarkation day is an exciting day. I am usually counting down the days to my cruise, and I can’t wait to get on board and start exploring! There are a few things that can catch out unsuspecting cruisers. In this article, we look at those, so your embarkation day will be as easy and stress-free … 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
Types Of Cabin Available In this article we look at the main types of cabins available, and ways to save money without necessarily downgrading your cabin type. I am a big fan of booking the cheapest inside cabin but there are ways you can sail in an ocean view or balcony cabin and still get … Read more
If considering a cruise you might wonder if the cabin you book will be soundproof. I’ve been cruising since I was 11 and In this article, we look at this question and highlight things to consider before you choose and book your cabin. I’ve had cabins with varying degrees of soundproofing! Are Cruise Ship Cabins … Read more
If you are taking a cruise on the Emerald, Crown or Ruby Princess you may be wondering which cabin to pick. I have just disembarked the Emerald Princess, after a wonderful cruise around the British Isles, Channel Islands, Ireland and France. Whilst I stayed in a midship balcony cabin, I had family who stayed in … Read more
When cruise lines advertise their cruises, you’ll always see beautiful people relaxing on their balconies, or enjoying massive private suites. Some modern cruise ships have over 30 different cabin types. Usually, you’ll find me cruising in the cheapest inside cabin because I love the value they offer. Occasionally I’ll upgrade to a window, but inside … Read more
If you’re considering booking a cruise, you might be looking for a way to reduce the cost of your cabin without reducing the cabin category grade. On most cruise ships, there are some cabins that you can book for a reduced price, but the cruise lines rarely advertise them. These are called “Obstructed View” cabins. … Read more
If you are looking at taking a cruise you may be wondering what an interior cabin is and if you should book one. When cruise lines advertise cruise prices they almost always advertise the price for an interior cabin. I’ve stayed in interior, often called inside, cabins on a number of occasions and usually recommend … 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 been on multiple cruises, and in this article, we will explore the average sizes of … Read more