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The most hi-tech cruise ships in the world

by Emma Smith - 26 Jan 2018

Innovative smart technology and robot bartenders – the cruise industry is boldly going where no-one has gone before, and we are keen to follow! With each new ship announced comes another stylish, state-of-the-art gadget to surprise us while on-board. From the roaming restaurant deck on Celebrity Edge to the thrilling 3D theatre on many Carnival...

Why you should cruise the Mediterranean in winter

by Sue Bryant - 24 Jan 2018

The sun setting behind the Colosseum in Rome during winter

There’s a great deal to be said for cruising the Mediterranean in the winter months. Sick of long queues at on-shore attractions? Tired of wayward selfie stick forests? Rather than focusing on your tan, why not explore cultural delights on a low-season voyage free from the usual crowds?

Winter Olympics 2018: Where is PyeongChang?

by Emma Smith - 22 Jan 2018

A Geisha walking through the Arashiyama bamboo forest in Kyoto

The host of the 2014 Winter Olympics, Sochi, might not have been all that well-known to us Brits, but the 2018 Winter Olympics are set to launch in an even more obscure destination: PyeongChang. So, where is PyeongChang, and what can you find there? Where is PyeongChang? PyeongChang County is a city in South Korea,...

Port in focus: Gibraltar

by Sue Bryant - 11 Jan 2018

A monkey sitting on a wall on The Rock in Gibraltar at dusk

Gibraltar is a proud slice of Britain at the end of the Costa del Sol, guarding the narrow straits that form the entrance to the Mediterranean. The scenery – a sheer-sided hulk of limestone, 1,400 feet high and riddled with caves – is dramatic, the town huddled around its base, much of it still enclosed...

How to spend 24 hours in Reykjavik

by Emma Smith - 10 Jan 2018

The Sun Voyager statue seen at the Old Harbour in Reykjavik at sunset

Iceland cruises are now some of the most popular sailings. Often part of Arctic voyages that also pass through Greenland and the Norwegian fjords, it is little surprise! But Iceland’s popularity isn’t just down to its neighbours – this impossibly beautiful country captivates travellers with stunning scenery, a unique history and one very famous city:...

Five Chinese New Year traditions you can try at home

by Emma Smith - 9 Jan 2018

Post updated: 05/02/2019 Chinese New Year, also known as the Lunar New Year, (5 February 2019) is a popular festival which is recognised not just in China, but across the globe. This year is the Year of the Pig, one of the 12 signs of the Chinese zodiac and believed to be a symbol of...

Five ways to beat the January Blues, cruise ship style

by Emma Smith - 5 Jan 2018

As the New Year sets in and resolutions are promised, improved healthy lifestyle is top of everyone’s to do list. From eating better to being more active throughout the day, here we take inspiration from some of the top cruise lines to beat the January Blues at home, ensuring you feel your best for the...

Eating healthily on a cruise? It is possible!

by Sara Macefield - 4 Jan 2018

A selection of healthy acai bowls on a table on a Celebrity Cruises ship

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...

Cruising the Spice Islands of Indonesia

by Gary Buchanan - 29 Dec 2017

A local farmer walking through a rice field on Java in Indonesia

Throughout the world there are groups of islands caressed by gentle winds, ringed by white sandy beaches and glistening iridescent waters. But nowhere in the world is there a group of islands quite like the Spice Islands - 632 islands to the north east of Indonesia. Straddling one of the world’s most volatile volcanic belts...

The best of Asia: Where to cruise in 2018

by Emma Smith - 28 Dec 2017

Asia has always been shrouded in mystery and magic – a place to wander among colourful culture and flavoursome festivals. And yet, with so many destinations falling under the Asian sphere, many are often overlooked for the most mainstream locations. Instead, why not make 2018 the year of discovery and find your own Asia hidden...