I’ve seen somebody break a cruise rule on almost every cruise I’ve been on. Some are the type that just make you roll your eyes, others are things people knowingly or accidentally do that are against the rules. The worrying thing is that many of the people I’ve seen make these mistakes didn’t even realise … Read more
How Fast Do Cruise Ships Travel? Most cruise ships sail comfortably between 18 to 22 knots (which is 21–25 mph). While their engines can go faster, doing so comes with certain trade-offs. Modern ships, like those in the Royal Caribbean or Norwegian fleets, are engineered to balance speed with environmental and operational demands. Larger vessels … Read more
Cruise ships need regular maintenance to make sure they are safe, sail efficiently and are up to date with rules and regulations. Sometimes, maintenance requires the ship to be put in a dry dock. But what exactly is a dry dock, and why do cruise ships need them? What Is A Dry Dock? A dry … Read more
There are so many things I look forward to when I have a cruise booked! Whether you are a regular cruiser or planning your first cruise, there are so many exciting things to see and do. #1 Exploring The Ship One of my favourite things to do as soon as I get onboard is explore … Read more
Cruises are great! They suit so many people, and I am not surprised that millions choose to cruise every year. Even if you are a regular cruiser, there might be certain costs that could catch you out. In this article, we look at things that you need to look out for that could cost extra. … Read more
When I talk about cruising, it is easy for me to fall into the trap of using cruise terms that I assume everyone will be familiar with. Reading the comments on my post, I often find that people don’t actually understand some of these terms, so here is a quick and easy guide. Embarkation Embarkation … Read more
Have you ever wondered where the most popular places to cruise are? In this article, we look at where most cruise passengers choose to visit and find out what attracts them to these areas of the world. This information is based on statistics from CLIA (Cruise Lines International Association) Who Are CLIA? Cruise Lines International … Read more
It may be hard to believe, but cruiselines sometimes cut their ships in half, and add a new section into the middle. This makes the ships longer, allows for more passengers onboard, and takes a fraction of the time of building a new ship. Many major cruise lines l- Norwegian, Royal Caribbean, MSC – have … 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
You might think getting yourself banned from a cruise line was hard, but it does happen. The majority of guests are happy to follow the cruise line’s rules and regulations – they are made to ensure everyone has an enjoyable, safe holiday. Guests who are reckless, dishonest or put others safety at risk by their … Read more
You may have seen pictures of Cruise Ships and Ocean Liners in dry dock undergoing renovation, or being built in the shipyards. You may have wondered why they are painted a different colour – often red – below the water line. There is a very important reason why they are painted differently below the waterline … Read more
You may be wondering how many people die on cruise ships annually. It’s inevitable that with so many people taking a cruise, some will die onboard. The majority will die from natural causes but not all are as innocent. In recent years there have been many incidents of accidents, suicides, and murders. How Many People … Read more
If you’ve taken a cruise, you may have noticed that many cruise ships will miss out on deck thirteen. I’ve been on many cruises. On some ships, I have found deck thirteen – on others, the deck numbers jump from number twelve to number fourteen. Why do Cruise Ships Not Have a Deck 13? Many … Read more