I am visiting the Baltics on Adventure this June, but could you let me know what ports we will be calling at? Twelve-night Baltics cruises on the Adventure of the Seas begin by sailing from Southampton to the Norwegian capital of Oslo. From here you’ll sail to Copenhagen and Tallinn, then St Petersburg in Russia. […]
Suit or tuxedo on crown princess?
Suit or tuxedo on crown princess? On formal nights on the Crown Princess gentlemen are welcome to wear a tuxedo, a dinner jacket or a dark suit. A tuxedo does add that extra special touch, so if you are able to then we’d recommend going with that option, but a dark suit is perfectly acceptable […]
Age limit to use the gym on-board Epic?
Can anyone tell me if there is an age limit to use the gym on-board Epic? The age policy on-board the Norwegian Epic does not allow anyone under the age of 16 to enter the fitness centre. This applies to all ships in the NCL fleet. To use the day spa, passengers must be aged […]
P&O Vantage or Getaway?
P&O Vantage or Getaway? It purely depends on when you’re booking but both Vantage and Getaway fares have their benefits. Getaway fares are last minute, and lower, but Vantage fares give you much more security and flexibility, letting you choose your cabin location, your benefits and more and meaning you only have to pay a […]
Is it worth going for the drinks package on RCL Caribbean cruise?
Is it worth going for the drinks package on RCL Caribbean cruise? What are the prices like if you pay as you go? It really depends on how much you drink. There are a number of drinks packages available with Royal Caribbean and certainly, they do work out cheaper if you intend to drink regularly […]
Is the Balmoral a brand new ship or re-furbished?
Is the Balmoral a brand new ship, or is it an old ship that has been re-furbished? Accommodating 1,350 passengers, the Balmoral is Fred.Olsen’s newest and largest vessel. She was lengthened by almost 100 feet and completely refitted before entering service with the line in 2008. The Balmoral was built in 1988 and was operated […]
What does P&O stand for?
What does P&O stand for? P&O is an abbreviation of the company’s full name, which is The Peninsular and Oriental Steam Navigation Company. P&O was founded in 1837 as The Peninsular Steam Navigation Company, when the company was awarded a government contract carrying mail by sea. The ‘O’ for ‘Oriental’ was added in 1840, when […]
How many passengers can the Independence of the Seas carry?
The Independence of the Seas is a Freedom class ship operated by Royal Caribbean and can accommodate 4,375 passengers in total, with a guest capacity of 3,634 for double occupancy. You can choose from an interior Stateroom, Outside Stateroom, Balcony Suite or Deluxe Suite and there are numerous categories within each class, so you can […]
Does Cunard Queen Victoria have an indoor pool?
I am thinking of going on the Queen Victoria in September, but could you tell me if there is an indoor swimming pool? Yes, the Cunard Queen Victoria does have an indoor pool – the Hydrotherapy pool – which is located within the Cunard Royal Spa on deck 9 and heated to body temperature. There […]
Has the Island Escape had a refit?
Has the Island Escape had a refit? Yes. Thomson Cruises’ Island Escape was refitted in time for the 2012 season. This most recent refit involved an extensive redecoration, with new upholstery and new furniture installed in public areas and an extensive refit of the passenger entrance foyer and reception. Passenger cabins have also been refurbished […]