Cruises for women only?
Aqua Expeditions has announced the launch of a series of unique hosted journeys exclusively for women for 2017. Ok it’s a very niche market but still a unique offer and an interesting one as well.The cruises offer women the chance to learn about new cultures and traditions whilst meeting new people who share the same […]
Read MoreThe People’s Cruise Awards 2017
2016 was a great year for cruising! With so many new ships, interesting itineraries and happy cruise customers, we thought it was a great time to find out which cruise lines have pleased you in the last 12 months. This is a good opportunity to cast your vote and voice your opinion on this. People […]
Read MoreWhat about tips?
Whatever you are calling it nowadays, you have to take it into consideration when booking a cruise. In the past you were able and encouraged to tip in person your cabin steward, your waiters and so on. At present days most cruise lines will add it automatically to your on board account with all your […]
Read MoreSorry you are late!
Carnival are testing new dining rules at two of their ships. These rules will only apply for the traditional meal sitting passengers who have booked early or late dining option. If they arrive later than 30 minutes after their designated time they will be turned away and will be asked to go to the buffet […]
Read MoreCelebrity to build a new cruise ship
The construction of a new Edge Class cruise ship has begun. It will be built in France at a shipyard in Saint-Nazaire.Celebrity Cruises also announced that the ship’s name will be Celebrity Edge. The ship has been known as the Edge Class during the concept phase and now that name will continue as the first in its class. […]
Read MoreRegent Explorer Part 3
The second night we had dinner at the Pacific Rim which is a special Asian cuisine. From the enormous bronze Prayer Wheel at it’s entrance,to the dining,service and ambiance within,everything about Pacific Rim is impressive.The food was amazing, the best Asian food I have had. Shortly after ordering, we were offered a delectable signature cocktail, […]
Read MoreRegent Explorer Part 2
The first task was to go and see if we can book into one of the restaurants that evening and after a sweet talk to the nice lady at the restaurant reservation desk we managed to book the Prime 7, which is a true classic. Prime 7 is a contemporary interpretation of an America steakhouse. […]
Read MoreRegent Explorer
I have recently got back from a short cruise on board the new Regent Explorer which I was asked to go by cruise.co.uk (lucky me) and wow! what a trip it was! This is a 6 Star All Inclusive ship. All dining is included, including the speciality restaurants ,all drinks,tips and shore excursions.Where do I […]
Read MoreHurricane Matthew
Hurricane Matthew, currently a category 4 hurricane with maximum sustained winds of 155 mph, has forced at least two cruise lines (Carnival Cruise Line and Royal Caribbean) to make changes to cruise itineraries in the Caribbean. This is the time of the year that hurricanes occur in the Caribbeans and nothing we can do about […]
Read MoreBack from the Fjords
Just back from a cruise to the Norwegian Fjords on board the Emerald Princess that went in and out of Southampton. It was my first time in Norway and the cruise was fantastic. The Emerald is a nice ship with everything that you need to entertain 2 small children, from the swimming pools on board, […]
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