Front vs Back Cruise Cabins: Which Location Is Actually Best?
Picking the wrong cabin location can quietly ruin an otherwise perfect cruise. Some cabins feel calm and spacious. Others shake, creak or make you walk half a mile to get …
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9 Cruise Safety Risks Most Passengers Never Think About
Cruise ships are incredibly safe. But like any type of travel, things can occasionally go wrong. From rough seas to illness outbreaks, and even the occasional onboard accident, there are …
Things You Should ALWAYS Do Before You Get Off a Cruise Ship
Whether you’re stepping ashore to explore a new port or preparing to say goodbye at the end of your voyage, what you do before you leave the ship can make …
Cruise Seasickness Tips That Actually Work
Nothing ruins a cruise faster than feeling seasick. You’ve waited months for this trip. Sunshine. Cocktails. Ocean views. Not lying in your cabin wishing the floor would stop moving. Most …
The Truth About Cruise Ship Tap Water
Would you drink tap water in the middle of the ocean? Plenty of cruisers happily brush their teeth with it… but hesitate when it comes to filling a glass. Once …
Cruise vs Center Parcs: Which Holiday Wins?
Could a forest break really compete with a cruise? We weren’t convinced either. In March 2024, we swapped sea views for pine trees and spent a long weekend at Center …
17 Things You Must Do Immediately After Boarding a Cruise Ship
Don’t get your cruise holiday off on the wrong foot from the moment you step onboard! There’s something wonderful about that first step onto a cruise ship. That sudden switch …
11 Ways I Beat Chair Hogs On Cruises
Sun lounger hogs might just be the most complained-about people at sea. Scroll through any cruise Facebook group, and you’ll see it. Towels are draped everywhere. Flip flops guarding empty …
17 Free Cabin Extras You’re Probably Not Asking For
Most cruise passengers are missing out on free stuff… and they don’t even realise it. Your cabin steward doesn’t just tidy the room and fold the towels into something cute. …
13 Things Your Cabin Steward Secretly LOVES You Doing
Want better service, surprise treats, and an extra-clean cabin on your cruise? Or do you just know that it’s good to value the people who are working hard for you? …
11 Things Your Cruise Cabin Steward Secretly HATES You Doing
I’m sure nobody goes out of their way to be a ‘bad’ cruise passenger, but there might be some of you reading this who are actually causing issues for the …
7 Cruise Risks Over 70 No One Talks About
Cruising after 70 can be absolutely brilliant. But it’s not always as carefree as it looks. Most trips go smoothly. Some don’t. And the things that cause problems aren’t always …
How Much Cruises Really Cost (It’s Not Just The Fare)
That tempting headline fare? It’s rarely the number you actually pay. Cruise prices look simple enough at first glance. A per-person fare. A tidy total. Maybe even a “limited-time deal” …
Cruise Suites vs Mini Suites vs Balcony Cabins: What You Really Get
Upgrading your cruise cabin sounds simple. Spend more, get more. Right? Not exactly. These days, cruise lines love a fancy name. Suite. Mini Suite. Junior Suite. Club Balcony. Some sound …
Cruise Ship Scanners and Alcohol: What They Can Really Detect
Yes, cruise ships can spot your “hidden” alcohol. And it’s usually quicker than you think. Bar prices onboard can make that duty-free bottle look very tempting. I’ve seen plenty of …
28 Hidden Cruise Costs That Catch People Out
That bargain cruise fare? It’s not the final number. Cruises can look unbelievably cheap at first glance. But once you’re onboard, little extras start creeping in. Drinks. Gratuities. WiFi. Shore …
Cruise Ships Don’t Have Enough Lifeboats (Here’s Why)
Modern cruise ships don’t carry lifeboats for everyone you see on deck. That sounds alarming… until you understand how the rules actually work. It’s one of the most common fears …
The Truth About Deck 2 on Cruise Ships
Deck 2 has a bit of a reputation. Some cruisers avoid it without a second thought, while others book it deliberately. It sits low in the ship, which changes things. …
What Cruise Ships Really Do With All That Sewage
A single cruise ship can carry more people than a small town and every one of them uses the toilet, a lot. Modern cruise ships can host up to 7,600 …
Cruise Abbreviations That Confuse Almost Everyone
Ever read a cruise deal or forum post and thought, “Am I supposed to know what that means?” Cruise abbreviations are everywhere. On booking sites. In Facebook groups. Even on …
