We recommend either Cruise Parking Ltd or Stress Free Parking as two companies who offer high quality, secure parking at Southampton. Both have the option of having your car collected from the terminal, leaving you free to relax, or you can choose to park yourself with Cruise Parking Ltd with regular transfers available to the […]
Are there any coach transfers from Scotland to Southampton cruise port?
Yes, you can book coach transfers from numerous locations in Scotland to reach Southampton cruise port. Often you’ll find a package that includes coach transfers from the cruise line, but in other cases we’ll be able to help you find a transfer that suits your needs.
Is there anywhere to leave luggage in Venice between disembarking and getting our flight?
Yes, there is a left luggage facility located in the arrivals area of the Venice Cruise Terminal.
Can I use my mobile phone on a Mediterranean cruise?
Yes, but its always advisable to wait until you are in port and on land, because, even providing you are able to get a signal while at sea or in port, mobile phone use always proves expensive while on the ship, as you’ll be using the ship’s signal. It’s better to restrict your phone usage […]
Going on a Med cruise in September – what will the weather be like?
The Mediterranean enjoys a favourable climate in September and you can expect a good eight hours of sun on average and daytime temperatures of anything from between 25°C 77°F in the more northern areas such as parts of Spain to 30°C (86°F) further south, in countries such as Greece and Crete. There’s a chance of […]
Are there any cruises that visit both Iceland and Spitsbergen?
Usually you cannot book a cruise that travels to both Iceland and Spitsbergen, the two are too far apart to be included on one itinerary. It’s worth visiting them on separate cruises anyway – there’s so much to see at each destination that one cruise wouldn’t give you enough time to explore.
Do Royal Caribbean go to Dubai?
Yes, but Royal Caribbean’s 11-night Dubai to Singapore Cruise is currently the only itinerary which features Dubai. However, a number of other cruise lines offer a number of itineraries which feature Dubai.
Going on a Med cruise in December – will it be rough seas?
It’s impossible to forecast but the Mediterranean can get a bit rough, particularly during December. It’s not hugely too bad, and basis sea sickness treatments such as medication and ginger should be sufficient. Of course it depends on the size of the ship you’re sailing on too, as the larger the ship you’re sailing on […]
Our cruise to Norway is stopping at Cork in Ireland – what’s best things to see and do?
The most famous attraction is Blarney Castle, a beautiful castle set in parkland and home to the renowned Blarney Stone, which many visitors like to kiss, with the legend stating that anyone who does so will be granted with the ‘gift of the gab’ – eloquence, or a talent for flattery. It’s just outside Cork […]
We are embarking on a cruise in Dubai. Do we need to get a visa?
UK passport holders don’t need to plan ahead for a visa for entering Dubai. Your visa will be granted at the cruise terminal on your arrival.