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Disney Dream is more floating wonderland than cruise ship; a sea-going version of Disney’s famous theme parks filled to the funnels with enchanting touches. But while pixie dust has been liberally sprinkled throughout, Disney must be applauded for not going overboard. The nautical decor is surprisingly tasteful, and while this is the ultimate family-friendly cruise...
Disney Cruise Line doesn’t just tick all the right boxes when it comes to family cruises, it sprinkles them with fairy dust and adds a treasure chest of magical touches too. And while several cruise lines claim to be child-friendly, Disney stands out as the one that is truly family-centric, where youngsters and their parents...
Update 5th May 2019: Independence of the Seas will sail out of Southampton until the end of the Summer 2019 season. After this she will relocate to the Caribbean where she will remain for the foreseeable future. Cruisers looking to sail from the UK in 2020 onwards should instead look to book on-board Anthem of...
In cruise ship terms, Holland America Line’s ms Oosterdam is getting on a bit. Launched in 2003 as the first in the line’s Vista-class ships, it is also reasonably small at 1,964 passengers when compared with today’s industry average of around 3,000-plus among mainstream lines. However, in common with all Holland America Line ships, the...
As the epicentre of Icelandic cultural life – and the world’s most northerly capital city – Reykjavik is small, but charmingly formed and buzzes with quirky chutzpah. Nearly half the country’s population reside here, but even so there are barely 123,000 inhabitants, ensuring that the city’s streets remain refreshingly uncrowded. Sun Voyager - Reykjavik harbour While...
Vietnam has become one of Asia’s rising tourism stars over the last decade thanks to an irresistible combination of awe-inspiring landscapes and mesmerising cities. The Mekong River While many Far Eastern countries can promise a similarly alluring mix, Vietnam stands out for the unmistakable Gallic legacy of French rule that still leaves its mark culturally...
I will never forget my first visit to a cruise ship late-night chocoholic buffet. I had never seen anything like it – and I’m not talking about the food. The place was mobbed with excitable passengers juggling plates piled high with calorie-filled creations while grabbing whatever they could from the mouth-watering display. For me, this...
Cruise & Maritime Voyages is proud of its particular British style of cruising that is perfectly attuned to the tastes of its customer base. Marco Polo - Columbus lounge Entertainment, drinks and food are British through and through as part of the line’s determination to provide a good, solid product that ticks the right boxes...
Barcelona is a pulsating, passionate hub which revels in the colourful Catalan culture that gives this city such a distinctive flavour. Regarded as Spain’s capital of avant-garde, this Mediterranean metropolis enjoys an enviable reputation for sassy style and good looks underpinned by an unmistakably flamboyant spirit. Overflowing with art and aesthetic glories, Barcelona’s mix of...
Taking a cruise doesn’t mean you have to be all at sea. Cruise customers are increasingly discovering that the perfect way to spice up sailings is to turn their holiday into a cruise and stay by adding on a few days ashore. This could mean chilling out on a Caribbean beach; chasing high-adrenaline thrills at...