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5 Cruise Cabin Arguments You Can Easily Avoid

08/06/202608/06/2026

Sharing a cruise cabin sounds easy enough… until two people are trying to live together in one small space for a week. Cruise cabins are compact, storage is limited, and there’s usually only one small bathroom. Even small habits can … Read more

Tags arguments, cabin sharing, cabins, Hints and tips, space saving, unpacking

Booking A Cruise Last Minute Vs Early – Which Is Actually Cheaper?

28/05/202627/05/2026

The classic cruise advice people always give is either: “Book as early as possible” or “Wait for last-minute deals” Both of these methods can genuinely save money, but which one is the right option for you? In this article, we … Read more

Tags Booking, cheap cruise, family cruises, Hints and tips, last minute deals
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What I Do With Dirty Clothes On A Cruise (Most People Don’t)

13/04/2026

Cruise cabins are small… and keeping them organised makes a huge difference. At home, you might have a massive laundry basket to hide dirty washing away in. You might have a chair piled with clothes that are not dirty enough … Read more

Tags Hints and tips, laundry, packing, packing cubes
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Cruises Explained For People Who Think They’d Hate One (I’ve Been on 84)

21/02/202620/02/2026

In this article, we look at what cruising is actually like. It is aimed at people who are worried they might book a cruise – and then hate it! It addresses common worries and misconceptions and explains why many first-time … Read more

Tags Booking, cruise info, first time cruiser, Hints and tips
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If I Was Taking My First Cruise, Here’s EVERYTHING I’d Want To Know

11/02/2026

Step 1: Choose Where To Cruise Where you choose to cruise will have a huge impact on your cruise experience. It’s not all about beaches and hot destinations! You might want to take a cold-weather cruise to Norway or an … Read more

Tags Booking, cruise info, cruising guide, first time cruiser, Hints and tips, solo cruising
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I’ve Tried Every Seasickness Remedy – Here’s What Actually Works For Me

16/11/2025

I took a Transatlantic crossing onboard the last Ocean Liner at sea, Queen Mary 2, in winter. That probably wasn’t a very sensible plan, as I know that I get seasick when things get rough. I had always wanted to … Read more

Tags cabin location, Hints and tips, medication, medications, Seasickness, seasickness patches
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5 Quirky Things Every Visitor Should Do in the UK (You Won’t Find These In The Guidebooks!)

09/10/2025

If you are visiting London or spending time in other parts of the UK, you will probably be visiting well-known attractions like castles, palaces, the Tower of London or maybe the London Eye. As well as visiting famous landmarks, there … Read more

Tags bus, Destination Guide, Greggs, Hints and tips, london, UK, underground, wetherspoons

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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