Most Alaska cruises will include the port of Skagway. Here are 7 Essential Tips for things to do in and around Skagway when you visit based on my most recent trip there. Skagway, Alaska, offers wonderful natural beauty and plenty … Read more
Imagine the excitement of getting to the port and seeing the ship docked in front of you – then being denied boarding. It’s hard to think of anything more disappointing… In this article, we look at the top five reasons … 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, … 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
When you are on your cruise, there are lots of small things you can easily do that will make the crew’s life easier. We have all seen guests onboard having a good time, but giving little consideration to anyone else … Read more
There are various things you aren’t allowed to take on cruise ships – but unless you have spent hours reading pages of the cruise line’s terms and conditions, you might get caught out. Some of the things that you shouldn’t … Read more
There are certain things you should always do on disembarkation day to make sure everything runs smoothly. Cruise Lines have to be amazingly organised on disembarkation day. They need to get all the passenger’s luggage off the ship, clean all … Read more
It is often a bit of a rush on disembarkation morning – getting up and out of your cabin early and leaving the ship at your designated time. There are lots of things you can do in advance to make … Read more
When you are taking a cruise, you really don’t want to risk missing your ship. Cruise ship passengers often seem to be in the news because they have missed the ship and been “abandoned” or “stranded” by the cruise line … Read more
Some cruise lines offer a money-back guarantee. You can ask for a full refund if you don’t love your cruise! As you would expect, many terms and conditions apply to these refunds – but booking a cruise with these lines … 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
Everyone thinks of me as being a “Cruise Expert” – but believe me, I have made some stupid mistakes when cruising – just the same as everyone else! Find out what in this article… #1 Time Zone Mistake I arrived … Read more
I am lucky enough to cruise many times a year, and there are five things I always do once I get on board. Find out what those five things are in the article below. I am quite an organised person, … 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. They have everything I need for a comfortable stay, and they are a very cost-effective way … Read more
I have taken many many cruises around the Mediterranean. There are lots of reasons why I keep returning again and again. In this article, we explore some of those reasons and why I think you should cruise there too. #1 … Read more
In an average year, 20 million people take a cruise and tens of thousands of them book a trip that is over 90 days long. These world cruises range up to almost a year in length, and even though I … Read more
In this article, we look at whether or not it is best to use a travel agent. I usually use a Travel Agent, as it saves me any problems should something go wrong! Knowing my travel agent will be there … 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 … Read more
In this short article, we learn more about the Australian cruise market and your cruise options if you want to sail there. I have never been lucky enough to travel to Australia on a cruise – it is definitely on … Read more
In this post we talk about Disembarkation Day. Not the most exciting subject – but important! Some people waste so much time and money on disembarkation day by not planning ahead – and there is really no need to! On … Read more