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Norwegian Breakaway ship

I Spent 9 Days on a MEGASHIP With 4237 Other Guests

21/10/2025

I’ve just disembarked a cruise on one of the world’s most exciting cruise ships, where I braved a 5-storey drop slide and walked the plank 18 decks above the ocean. The cruise was onboard Norwegian Breakaway, and even though I … Read more

Tags Mediterranean Cruise, norwegian, Norwegian Breakaway, Ship review
Emma cruises with Carnival Miracle ship

Cruising With Carnival in Europe vs the USA – Here’s What Surprised Me

23/07/2025

I’ve cruised with Carnival from both the US and Europe now, and to be honest, I wasn’t expecting the differences to be quite so big. It’s still the same brand, the same ships, and the same slightly chaotic fun, but … Read more

Tags carnival cruise line, cruise facts, cruise info, Ship review

I Took the Cheapest All Inclusive Cruise – I’m Still Thinking About It

03/06/202528/05/2025

I’ve recently been onboard an all-inclusive cruise on one of the oldest and smallest cruise ships around. The ship I sailed on started her life as Legend of the Seas for Royal Caribbean in the 1990s. She’s now with an … Read more

Tags Canary Islands, food review, marella, Marella Discovery 2, ocean view cabin, Ship review

I Spent 8 Days on a BRAND NEW Cruise Ship (Before Her Launch)

03/05/2025

I’ve recently been on a brand new cruise ship where I was one of the first people in the entire world to test out a rollercoaster on the top deck that launches you at speed into a waterslide. I’ve seen … Read more

Tags Aquacoaster, Dropslide, Norwegian Aqua, Norwegian Cruise Line, Ship review

I Cruised On The Most Formal Lines Brand New Ship – Cunard’s Queen Anne Review

26/05/202607/04/2025

I recently cruised with the most traditional cruise line there is, known for their strict dress codes, formal nights, ballroom dancing and afternoon tea. On paper this really isn’t a cruise that suits me, but when Cunard announced that they … Read more

Tags cabin review, cruise info, Cunard, Queen Anne, Ship review
Emma cruises P&O Aurora lifering

I Took a Cruise After an Outbreak, Would I Regret It? – 3 Days at Sea

09/07/202517/08/2024

Two days before I embarked on a cruise onboard P&O’s Aurora, I received an email that nobody likes to get. It read, “During the last cruise, a number of people have reported to the Medical Centre with symptoms of “gastrointestinal … Read more

Tags Aurora, bruges, P&O Cruises, Ship review, short cruise
Emma cruises Alaska sailaway

7 Days Exploring Alaska By Cruise Ship – I Was Shocked

11/06/202407/06/2024

I’ve just disembarked a cruise on one of the biggest and most exciting cruise ships in the world, where I spent 7 days exploring Alaska. I saw and did things that if I hadn’t seen them with my own eyes, … Read more

Tags Alaska, norwegian, Norwegian Encore, Ship review
Cookies, Marella Explorer 2

I Took The Cheapest All-Inclusive Cruise – It Was Eye-Opening (Not For Everyone!)

02/07/202530/05/2024

I recently took an all-inclusive weekend cruise on one of the oldest and smallest cruise ships around. The ship I sailed on started her life with Celebrity Cruises and now is a completely adult-only ship where everything – including alcohol … Read more

Tags marella, Ship review

I Stayed in The Biggest Inside Cabin (P&O Aurora Review)

18/02/202621/05/2024

If you are taking a cruise on P&O’s Aurora you may be wondering if an inside cabin is a good choice for you. This review is based on my thoughts on cabin number A297, it was a MASSIVE inside cabin. … Read more

Tags cabin review, inside cabin, p&o, P&O Cruises, Ship review
MSC World Europa Emma Cruises Valetta

7 Days on Europe’s Biggest Cruise Ship – Mind Blowing!

27/02/2024

I recently disembarked a cruise on one of the biggest and most exciting cruise ships in the entire world. I braved an 11-storey slide and went to a secret bar that doesn’t exist on the deck plan. The cruise was … Read more

Tags Mediterranean, MSC, MSC World Europa, Ship review

Celebrity Edge Full Cruise Review (Food, Ship, Entertainment and More)

26/05/202601/08/2023

I’ve just disembarked a cruise on one of the most exciting and expensive cruise ships in the world. I  saw and did things that I didn’t know were possible at sea! The ship I was sailing on was Celebrity Edge, … Read more

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Norwegian Encore Speedway Go Kart Track

How Does Norwegian Encore Compare to Breakaway & Getaway?

15/03/202422/11/2019

If you are considering a cruise on Norwegian Encore you may be wondering how she compares to Norwegian Breakaway and Getaway. I’ve sailed on all three ships, and in this post will talk about the differences and similarities between each. … Read more

Tags ncl, Ship review
msc meraviglia crystal stairs

MSC Meraviglia – Ship Review

26/05/202617/01/2018

This MSC Meraviglia ship review contains all public spaces, my cabin, bars, restaurants, pools, theatre, casino and more! (Lots of lovely pictures if you’re not in the mood to read words.) I have sailed on many MSC ships over the … Read more

Tags MSC, msc meraviglia, Ship review
royal caribbean independence of the seas main dining room romeo and juliett macbeth

Independence Of The Seas – Cruise Ship Review: My First Ever Royal Caribbean Cruise

26/05/202605/11/2017

My first Royal Caribbean cruise My first ever Royal Caribbean cruise was onboard the Independence of the Seas. I had booked the cruise to try Royal as I had heard really good things and wanted to experience them for myself. … Read more

Tags independence of the seas, Royal Caribbean, Ship review

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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