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excursions

5 Cruise Tips I Ignore (And Why)

14/04/2026

Every cruiser you ask seems to have a good “cruise tip” to pass on to you. Some of these are useful, but I totally ignore others because I just don’t agree with them. Here are some of the “useful” cruise … Read more

Tags cruise tips, drinks packages, excursions, inside cabins, money saving cruise tips, ports
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4 Reasons I Don’t Often Book Excursions Through the Cruise Line

25/11/2025

Cruiseline excursions can be great in some situations. If you are a first-time cruiser, a nervous traveller, or are a long way from home in an unfamiliar country, they can be the perfect solution. Most of the time, I either … Read more

Tags cruise globe, Cruiseline excursions, excursions, independent excursions, money saving
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6 Things First-Time Cruisers Get Tricked Into Paying For (That You Don’t Actually Need)

16/11/2025

Cruise lines are brilliant at making optional extras look essential, especially for first-timers. It is in their interests to make you spend as much money as possible with them whilst you are onboard. As a seasoned cruiser, I only spend … Read more

Tags drinks packages, excursions, money saving cruise tips, spa treatments, speciality meals
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Cruising Japan to South Korea: 1007 Miles of Must See Sights

13/02/2025

I’ve just disembarked a cruise where I travelled 1458 miles across Japan. I saw lots of things I expected, like castles, temples and amazing toilets, but also saw and did things I never could have predicted. From fizzy milk to … Read more

Tags excursions, japan, Norwegian Cruise Line, norwegian spirit, Penthouse suite
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Shore Excursions vs. Exploring Solo: Which is Better for You?

27/09/2024

One of the things I love most about cruising is the opportunity to visit places that you would never normally see. Once you have chosen a cruise itinerary that suits you, you can sit back and think about where you … Read more

Tags cruise planning, excursions, ports
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The 5 Cruise Costs That Catch Out Unsuspecting Cruisers

27/06/2024

If you haven’t done your cruise research, you might be shocked at the end of your cruise to find the additional costs on your onboard account can cost as much as the cruise fare itself! In this article, we look … Read more

Tags cruise tips, Drinks package, excursions, money saving, speciality dining, WiFi

3 Incredible Excursions You Shouldn’t Miss on Your Alaska Cruise (Juneau, Skagway and Ketchikan)

07/06/202407/06/2024

DISCLAIMER: This article was written on a cruise I took as part of a press trip. This means I didn’t pay a cruise fare. All opinions are my own and no company has any control over this content. I’ve just … Read more

Tags Alaska, excursions, ncl, norwegian cruise

Visiting Ketchikan By Cruise Ship? Everything You Need to Know!

07/06/202425/05/2024

If you’ve booked a cruise to Alaska you may be looking for the best things to do in Ketchikan, Alaska. I’ve just got back from a fantastic cruise there. Ketchikan is positioned amongst the breathtaking landscapes of the Inside Passage. … Read more

Tags Alaska, excursions, ncl, port
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Top Attractions, Practical Tips and Unique Shopping in Juneau: Don’t Miss These Things!

18/02/202625/05/2024

If you’re embarking on a cruise journey to Alaska’s wonderful landscapes, you will likely visit Juneau. I was there a couple of weeks ago, and it was FABULOUS. This post was created in collaboration with Melissa from CruiseShopSave. She worked … Read more

Tags Alaska, excursions, Juneau, ncl, ports

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