There is, the Oasis pool in The Retreat is for the use of adults only. Please note that while the Oasis pool is free to use, all other facilities in The Retreat are chargeable.
My son is 19 years old. Will he be able to get served alcohol on Royal Caribbean ex Southampton?
Yes. Any sailing with Royal Caribbean that originates in the UK has a minimum drinking age of 18 on-board.
Are there any cruise lines that allow dogs?
All cruise lines welcome service dogs by arrangement. The only cruise line which accepts dogs which aren’t service dogs is Cunard, and only then on the Queen Mary 2. This ship has kennel facilities, so the dog won’t be allowed in public areas of the ship.
Is there tea and coffee in the cabins on Independence?
Every stateroom on the Independence of the Seas has a kettle along with tea when sailing from Southampton. Coffee is not supplied, so you may wish to bring your own. Another tip is to take a carton of milk from the Windjammer Cafe every morning, as only UHT is provided in your stateroom.
Are there hair dryers supplied on Royal Caribbean?
Yes, all Royal Caribbean staterooms and suites are equipped with a hair-dryer. Other standard features include a telephone, television, shampoo, soap and conditioner.
Are any Fred Olsen ships really wheelchair friendly?
All of the Fred. Olsen ships can welcome wheelchair users, although there are limited places available due to safety regulations. Currently these are the maximum number of wheelchair users on each ship: Braemar – 4 Black Watch – 6 Boudicca – 6 Balmoral – 12 You may need to be assisted on-board, but the cruise […]
Is P&O Arcadia a good option for a World Cruise?
The P&O Arcadia is a great ship, and depending on what you’re looking for from your holiday it could be a fantastic option for a world cruise. The Arcadia offers a relaxed pace for adults only, so if you’re looking for thrilling excitement on-board or something for families, you would be best looking at another […]
What cruise ship is generally thought to have the best food?
The great thing about cruise ships is that every line offers fantastic food, and of course it depends on your own tastes as to what you’ll find the best. A number of cruise lines employ celebrity chefs to enhance the menus on-board. Cunard Line work with Todd English, an American chef known for his high […]
Roughly how much do the P&O excursions cost in St Petersburg?
Prices can vary, but generally a half day tour of St Petersburg will cost around £35-£50, a full day tour can cost up to £75 and tours that include attraction visits can vary from £50-£100+.
What is the tipping policy on Independence of the Seas?
Officially, all tips or ‘gratuities’ are discretionary, though it isn’t generally accepted cruise practice not to tip. On Independence of the Seas, there are a number of ways you can tip. There’ s an option to pay your gratuities up front, which can work out cheaper, and you can easily have this option added to […]