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These Are The 5 Items Most Regularly Confiscated by Cruise Lines

18/02/202611/04/2024

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

Tags banned items, cruise tips, cruising, first cruise tips
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3 Reasons Why People Get Left Behind By Cruise Ships At The Port (It’s Not To Do With Not Buying Cruise Line Excursions)

04/04/2024

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

Tags cruise tips, cruising, port
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8 Annoying Mistakes I’ve Made on Cruises (Some Expensive and Some Just Frustrating)

20/03/2024

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

Tags cruise tips, cruising

What Actually Happens When You Miss The Cruise Ship?

27/12/202307/12/2022

We have all seen videos of “Pier Runners.” Poor, unfortunate guests who miss the departure time for their ship leaving port, and are left standing on the quayside!  And what happens if you never make it to your ship in … Read more

Tags cruise, cruise tips, cruising

7 Things I Loved About Cruising As A Child – How My Cruising Addiction Began!

11/09/202417/12/2016

I am lucky enough to have been cruising since I was 11. My first cruise was a “Fire and Ice” Norwegian cruise to Alaska and Hawaii way back in 2005.  That is where my love of cruising began! My first … Read more

Tags child, cruise, cruising, Families
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7 Things You Should Know Before Your First Cruise With Norwegian Cruise Line

21/02/202404/12/2016

If you’re taking your first cruise with NCL below are 7 things that I think you should know. I love Norwegian and have been cruising with them since I was 11 when I was lucky enough to cruise to Alaska … Read more

Tags cruise, cruise ncl, cruising, ncl, norwegian
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Cunard Dress Code (Mens, Womens, Childrens – Real Examples)

14/01/202508/11/2016

In this article, we look at the dress codes onboard Cunard’s ships. They have some of the most strict dress codes at sea – particularly on their transatlantic sailings. What should I wear on Cunard’s Formal Nights? (Gala nights)  As … Read more

Tags cruise, cruising, Cunard, cunard dress code, dress code

7 Things I Wish I’d Have Known Before My First Cruise With Cunard

12/09/202406/11/2016

When I went on my first-ever Cunard cruise, quite a few things surprised me about the cruise line and its ships. My first Cunard cruise on Queen Victoria prompted me to start my blog and, later, my YouTube channel. I … Read more

Tags cruise, cruising, Cunard
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Cruise Ship Tendering – Hints, Tips & Everything You NEED to Know

15/09/202405/10/2016

If you’re taking a cruise, you may have to ‘tender’ to get to land. I’ve been on many cruises where this has been the case. I actually find it quite fun. There are many benefits as well as disadvantages of … Read more

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Do You Get Compensation For Missed Cruise Ports?

06/11/202420/09/2016

I have been on many, many cruises to date and would say that around ten have had an itinerary change. I’ve had itinerary changes both before and during the cruise for various reasons. During this post, we will discuss why … Read more

Tags cruise, cruising, itineraries, travel

NCL’S Premium Beverage Packages

30/07/202510/09/2016

Norwegian Cruise Line’s alcoholic drinks packages can be a little difficult to understand! It is easy to be talked into the fact that you “need” a drinks package by the cruise line – but they can be quite costly. Drinks … Read more

Tags cruise, cruising, drinks, holiday, ncl, ncl ultimate beverage package, vacation

Hey hey hey, I'm Emma and I LOVE cruising! I took my first cruise when I was 11 and I've been hooked ever since. I create cruise content across YouTube, this website and my social accounts, all with the aim of helping you to find, and take your perfect cruise. 48,000 people receive my best cruise tips, insights and guides every week. You can join them for free by clicking here.

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