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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...Read More
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...Read More
Golf is a sport enjoyed by many across the world, spending time in the great outdoors with friends as you challenge yourself with bunkers, ponds and putting. Being on a cruise doesn't mean you have to miss out on your tee time - in fact, most cruises offer their own twist on golf to ensure...Read More
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...Read More
From avid cruisers to those who have never-cruised-before, everyone has an opinion on cruising holidays. The cruise industry is built on the foundations of tradition and heritage which is long and rich, but not necessarily how they should still be perceived. It's not all white glove service and butlers and you don't have to 'dress up' to dine every night. From...Read More
Taking a cruise whilst pregnant can be a great idea. Many women choose to take the opportunity to relax and enjoy the child-free time before their baby arrives. So-called ‘babymoons’ are very popular, and a cruise can be one of the most stress-free ways to travel. See our frequently asked questions below to help guide...Read More
It's often thought that cruise ships are deemed 'resorts at sea', filled with novelties and facilities which some guests might not find appealing. That's why Fred Olsen's approach to cruising has taken a different turn. Braemar is dedicated to taking its guests closer to the destination. You might be a five-minute walk from the iconic...Read More
A cruise holiday is one of the best holidays you can take with a baby. I took my six-month-old baby on a week-long cruise around Europe on-board MSC Preziosa, along with his two-year-old sister and their dad, and all four of us had a wonderful time. Don’t get me wrong, it wasn’t the most relaxing...Read More
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...Read More
A partnership that seems strange at first but makes perfect sense, Cirque du Soleil and MSC Cruises have worked together since 2017. The partnership has since flourished into exclusive shows, extraordinary experiences, and unbelievable acrobatics. Our expert cruise journalist, Sara Macefield, recently got the chance to experience these shows up close and chat with the...Read More
