Updated 22/07/22
Where plenty cruise ships spend the year following the same itineraries, there comes a time when these ships relocate to follow the sun in the later months. As these sailings are not part of the routine schedules, these sailings are offered at discounted rates during the shoulder months of cruising season. Repositioning cruises offer a...
Ever since the Pilgrim Fathers set sail aboard the Mayflower in 1620 bound for the New World, the importance of Southampton has been assured. This thousand year old city is situated on a peninsula where the Itchen and Test rivers flow into an inlet from the Solent known as Southampton Water - reputedly where King...
If you’re over 55 and considering a cruise, you’ll likely be interested to know of the deals and discounts that are available for senior citizens. Best cruise line senior discounts Each cruise line has a different policy when it comes to discounting for older travellers. The cruise lines which are currently offering discounts for senior...
When booking a cruise, it can sometimes be hard to distinguish if you are getting the best package for your pound. There are numerous deals on cruising websites, offers from the cruise lines and seasonal promotions – all of which make it difficult to know when and where to book! Here, we take a look...
In over two decades of cruising, I’ve seen several people fall ill and be taken off the ship in a foreign port or even evacuated at sea by helicopter. While I have always hoped for their speedy recovery, I have also wondered if they had purchased travel insurance. It’s certainly tempting not to. How many...
If you’re cruising with family, there’s no need to worry about anyone getting bored and the majority of cruise lines offer kids’ services, facilities and entertainment, ensuring the little ones are kept entertained. The majority of cruise lines also offer family-friendly staterooms and suites with additional sleeping arrangements, which not only save you money on...
Choosing the type of cruise you want is one of the most important aspects when searching for a cruising holiday. Aside from choosing your ideal itinerary and the right kind of ship, the type of cruise depends on a number of things, including where you want to go, when and for how long. Cruise from...
There are plenty of reasons why guests would want to bring their own alcohol aboard when setting sail on a cruise holiday. Whether they don’t trust their cruise line to provide their favourite tipple on-board, or they happen to find the perfect bottle of red whilst ashore in their favourite wine region and feel compelled...
The question of what (and what not) to wear on a cruise ship is a major concern for the modern, style-conscious traveller. Cruise line dress codes vary between different cruise lines; often leaving guests feeling confused about how they should dress, or more importantly, how everyone else will be dressed. From formal nights and black...