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Cruise ships have plenty to keep your little ones entertained during their time on-board. As well as kids’ clubs, which are open from as early as 8am until 11pm (times vary by cruise line), most cruise lines also offer babysitting services. The babysitting options vary widely by cruise line, with some ships offering group babysitting...Read More
Splashing around in a water park is one of the best ways to keep kids of all ages entertained during your cruise holiday, particularly on sea days. Cruise ship water parks are incredibly popular, so much so that almost every new family-focused cruise ship has one. With features such as swimming pools, splash areas, water...Read More
So, you’re planning a stag or hen do and considering a cruise? Good idea! A cruise can be an unforgettable way to celebrate a stag or hen party. Read on to find out everything you need to know to plan the perfect stag or hen party cruise. What is a cruise? Firstly, for anyone who...Read More
Prior to her inaugural sailing earlier this month, MSC Bellissima hosted her naming ceremony down in Southampton. Many of our staff got to attend the glittering event, alongside celebrity guests such as Sophia Loren (godmother to the MSC Cruises' fleet), Andrea Bocelli and Holly Willoughby! See what they thought of this brand-new ship below... Initial...Read More
When choosing a holiday there are many things which spring to mind: apartment or hotel? Full-board or bed and breakfast? Budget or 5*? What about land or sea? Choosing between a cruise holiday and a land holiday can often be hard, but we are here to help you see that it can be a really...Read More
Cruising is becoming more popular every year, with over 30 million people expected to take a cruise holiday in 2019. To accommodate this growing demand, more ships are being built (often larger and with more facilities on-board) and new ports of call are being added to itineraries. But what is the environmental impact of the...Read More
You might think that the cruise industry has always welcomed both men and women into its working sectors, however, it's only been in recent years that women have taken the helm. Historically, women were forbidden from sailing on military vessels or merchant ships due to superstition or that their presence would be a distraction to...Read More
It's this time of year that we see plenty of places across the globe celebrate their version of carnival. From New Orlean's Mardi Gras to Brazil's Rio Carnival, each one is unique in terms of its traditions, costumes and mass celebrations. What's great for cruising is that many of these celebrations can be visited during...Read More
We’ve all been there. Slumbering on a sunbed and yearning for a delicious thirst-quenching cocktail, but not a waiter in sight and it’s simply too much effort to go to the bar. Thankfully, it’s a dilemma that’s fast disappearing on Princess Cruises’ ships thanks to a neat little disc, the size of a 10p piece,...Read More
Barcelona is one of the world’s most popular places to embark upon a cruise holiday. While many UK cruisers like to sail from Southampton, sailing from Barcelona opens up a much wider choice of itineraries. Plus, with flight times as short as two hours, flying to Barcelona can be a really convenient way to start your...Read More
