Top Tips for Booking The Perfect Family Cruise For 4
Finding a cruise for a family of four can be tricky because when you see cruise offers advertised online, they’re almost always based on two people sharing. This means that …
First time cruisers
Everything You Need To Know About Using Snapchat On A Cruise
There’s a good chance that you or someone in your cruise party has Snapchat installed on their phone, especially if you’re travelling with the family. And you might want to …
Norovirus On Cruise Ships: Shocking Stats And How to Stay Healthy!
Norovirus is a common and contagious illness that can affect people on cruise ships as well as on land. It causes gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea. Whilst …
Unlock Your Dream Cruise: How To Pay In Easy Instalments And Set Sail Sooner!
The traditional way to book and pay for a cruise involves paying a small deposit at the time of booking and then paying off the balance around 12 weeks before …
Busted! 8 Common Cruise Myths Debunked
The cruise industry gets a lot of things said about it – and not all of them are true. From tales of non-stop buffets to fears of feeling “stuck” at …
Ferry Vs Cruise Ship: Spot The Difference (There Are 12!)
A ferry has more in common with a bus than a cruise ship – but some people still can’t tell them apart! If you’re not someone who has cruised before, …
Bow, Stern And Aft: Nautical Terms You’ll Actually Want To Know
The words used to describe a ship can be confusing for anyone that has limited nautical experience. There are a whole load of words that don’t really get used in …
9 Reasons Why Family Cruise Holidays Are Fantastic
Cruise holidays are a bit different than other types of travel, and if you’ve never been on a cruise before, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the information and choices …
How Cruise Ships Steer: Uncovering the Tech Behind Smooth Sailing
When it comes to cruise ships, one may wonder how these luxurious behemoths are able to navigate through the water with precision. Rudders are essential components for steering a ship. …
Underwater Cruise Ship Rooms: Do They Exist?
If you’re new to cruising (or even if you’re not) you might be wondering whether there are any cabins under the water line. You might be thinking you would like …
Can You Vape On A Cruise Ship? What You Must Know!
While the rules on smoking on a cruise ship are usually pretty clear – most people expect to only have smoking allowed in certain parts of the ship – the …
How Long Does It Take to Disembark a Cruise Ship?
The time it takes to get off a cruise ship will depend on whether the ship is calling at a port of call or it is the final stop at …
Cruise With a Toddler: 5 Things You Need to Know!
If you’ve ever been abroad with a toddler, you’ll know that holidays with small children are NOTHING like holidays used to be in your pre-parenthood days. But, in case you …
Is It Cold On A Cruise Ship?
Embarking on a cruise offers the promise of adventure and relaxation in equal measure. Yet, there’s one question that many travellers ponder – will I need to pack a jumper …
What is a Veranda on a Cruise Ship?
There’s no single standard for naming cruise ship cabin grades, which can sometimes make things a little confusing. With Insides, Interiors, Mini-Suites, Suites and so on, small differences can sometimes …
7 Reasons Marella Cruises Are Great For First-Time Cruisers
This is a sponsored post for Marella Cruises. If you’re someone who is intrigued by the idea of cruising, but you’ve never booked one for yourself, making the first step …
Are Cruise Ship Stateroom Doors & Walls Magnetic?
There are some really clever things you can do in a cruise stateroom to either make it feel more personal to you, or to enhance your storage space. Some of …
Do Cruise Ships Have Police? How Cruise Ship Security Deal With Crime at Sea
If you’re already a regular cruiser or just thinking about booking your first cruise, you might be wondering about how crime and security are dealt with on board. Do cruise …
