When considering a cruise holiday, one of the first things we choose is the destination. Warm or cold, near or far – it’s a deciding factor on dates, duration and more. The latest State of the Industry report from CLIA (Cruise Lines International Association) suggests that cruisers are choosing destinations based on the diverse travel... When considering a cruise holiday, one of the first things we choose is the destination. Warm or cold, near or far – it’s a deciding factor on dates, duration and more. The latest State of the Industry report from CLIA (Cruise Lines International Association) suggests that cruisers are choosing destinations based on the diverse travel...
Love them or loathe them, days at sea are featured on most cruise itineraries. For some, the peaceful views of the waves offer the perfect backdrop for relaxation, while others wait around for the next port to come into view. You might not be out and about seeing the sights, but that’s the perfect excuse...
Ever wanted to escape to a private island? Well, now you can. Some cruise lines not only offer fun on deck, but on their own exclusive cruise resorts which can only be visited during a sailing with them! Perfect Day at CocoCay Royal Caribbean’s second private island, Perfect Day at CocoCay, is the perfect retreat to...
With the rise in holidaymakers going abroad and an increasing need for security and reassurance for UK travellers, ATOL and ABTA protection are key parts of your holiday details. One of the most common holiday types is the package holiday, offering flights + accommodation or flights + cruise all in one deal. Both ATOL and...
Picture this. You’re sipping a cocktail under the warm rays of the Caribbean sun. Music plays in the background and a buzz of holiday-makers surround the pool, chatting about their days. You start thinking, “I’d love to come back here” or “Maybe next time I’ll stay for longer?” Before you know it, plans of your next getaway start being formulated...
With the news that Independence of the Seas will no longer be sailing from the UK in 2020, it might have left you feeling a little confused and wondering which other ships to try in her place. There are plenty of alternative ships with similar characteristics of Independence of the Seas, including brand new for...
Earlier this year, Royal Caribbean announced plans to redeploy newly refurbished Independence of the Seas to the Caribbean in 2020, rather than her prior planned UK season. Though it's a sad occasion for many of us who were looking forward to seeing one of the UK-favourites set sail from our home country, we're also here to...
Anyone who loves cruising will know that you can be rewarded for your loyalty to certain cruise lines. Book time and time again with your favourite cruise line and customers can benefit from treats such as speciality dining, WiFi, spa treatments and more! So how do these loyalty programmes compare? We have included those with...
When it comes to booking holidays, it seems there are two kinds of people. Those who love to plan ahead and those who love to wait out until the very last minute. When you're booking flights or hotel accommodations, these can often jump down in price as demand to fill seats and rooms increases the...
Thinking of cruising during the school holidays? Look no further! Here is our handy guide on where you can explore and which cruise lines to consider when choosing your family cruise. School terms fluctuate depending on your local area, so we have tried our best to cover all dates across the UK and Ireland, however,...