Expert Cruise Advice and Travel Inspiration

Planning a cruise holiday or craving some travel inspiration? Let our expert advice and destination guides pique your wanderlust.

Cruise118.com Advice is full of everything you could need to get more from your cruise holidays. From local cuisine and natural wonders to practical advice and behind the scenes glimpses into on-board life, our travel and lifestyle experts cover it all.

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Rome, Italy

Though it lies inland, Italy’s legendary landmark-packed capital is one of the Mediterranean’s most popular cruise destinations, which you can reach from the busy port of Civitavecchia. 6 hours in… Rome If you’re planning on spending the afternoon in Rome, you probably already know which attractions you want to see, as the city’s home to some...

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Venice, Italy

The City on the Water is not just one of the most popular cruise ports in the world but one of its most celebrated cities, offering an atmosphere all of its own and some truly unforgettable landmarks and experiences to enjoy. 6 hours in… Venice If you’re in Venice for the day, you won’t have...

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Cozumel

Cozumel is a stunning Caribbean island located off Mexico’s south eastern coast, offering a wonderful blend of golden shorelines, stunning offshore reefs and ancient Mayan heritage. 6 hours in... Cozumel Cozumel’s incredible coastlines draw more visitors than any other part of the island, providing tourists with a sandy escape where they can relax in the...

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Barbados

Beautiful Barbados is one of the Caribbean’s most iconic destinations, world-famous for its stunning sandy beaches, shimmering ocean waters, intriguing colonial culture and welcoming local population. 6 hours in... Barbados Barbados’ capital Bridgetown will be your port of call when you arrive on this paradise island, offering the perfect place from which to explore. If...

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Bangkok, Thailand

Bustling Bangkok may have a reputation for its vibrant nightlife and lively districts which come to life after dark, but the city is also a hub of fascinating heritage and authentic Thai culture, with plenty of incredible sights to discover. 6 hours in... Bangkok Bangkok is an incredibly exciting and vibrant city, so if your...

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Inside P&O Ventura

Cruise118.com’s Simon Brotherton cruised around the Mediterranean on one of P&O’s most popular ships, Ventura. Making her debut in April 2008, P&O Ventura fast became a favourite with the line and is today P&O Cruises‘ biggest ship apart from Britannia, which made her launch last year to much international fanfare. At 956 feet and featuring 14…

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Exploring your ports of call is a big part of cruising and with that in mind, it’s important that you get the most out of your time in port on each day of your itinerary. If you’re a seasoned traveller or familiar with a particular destination, you may want to explore on your own but...

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Big or small, there’s one thing all cruise ships have in common and that’s a belief in the importance healthy food and staying fit. Every cruise ship buffet offers a huge choice of dishes from around the world and within their expansive menus, there are always plenty of healthy options to choose from. When it…

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You’ve booked your cruise and packed your bags, but are you sure that you have all of the necessary documents? The last thing you would want is to make it to your cruise port in good time, only to realise that you’ve forgotten an important document. Failing to remember an essential document can end your…

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If you’re a smoker, knowing exactly where on-board the ship you can enjoy a cigarette, cigar or puff of the pipe could be an important factor when it comes to choosing which cruise line and ship you travel on. Similarly, if you don’t smoke you may be interested to know which areas of the ship…

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