About Me

Hello, Hola, Bonjour, Guten Morgen, 你好 ! I grew up in the 70s, I was educated in the 80s and had great fun working in a Cafe Bar and nightclub in the 90s. After my Halcyon years my bank manager and I decided it was time to get a 'proper…

Posted on Feb 27, 2015
Big Fat Gypsies and a Wedding to Remember

My in laws have just returned from a 14 night Caribbean cruise on board Azura, I can't help thinking P&o's passenger dynamics have changed! I wasn't sure Azura would suit them as they enjoyed the small ship intimacy of Fred Olsen and as they are senior in years I wondered…

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Posted on Feb 20, 2015
No more Donkey Work!

In a world where luggage allowances weight restrictions on flights are slowly decreasing and weight restrictions and charges for excess baggage are rapidly increasing, airline customers are often disappointed with the very few things they can take with them on their trips.   You might have booked a budget airline but discover that you’re…

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Posted on Feb 13, 2015
VIP Airport Lounge – Start your holiday in Style!

  Why not start your holiday early and in true VIP Style? Instead of spending hours sitting in a plastic seat why not escape the crowds and unwind in an airport lounge allowing you to enjoy a wide range of refreshments and either relax in comfort or catch up on work. Airport…

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Posted on Feb 6, 2015
Going Ashore?

  I am often asked for advice about shore excursions, you might want to book an organised trip or just wander off the ship and pick up a local tour or taxi, either way you will want to make sure you don't miss the Iconic sights, awe-inspiring scenery, and compelling local…

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Posted on Jan 30, 2015
Name Dropping!

This week has been all about Name Dropping in the Cruise World Anyone who is a parent (or pet owner) can appreciate the huge responsibility and importance of choosing a name, it needs to be different but not ridiculous, memorable and unforgettable, distinguished and with meaning Amongst some controversy Seabourn…

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Posted on Jan 23, 2015
Operation Bright Star – Dying to Cruise?

This is probably not something that you have ever given any thought to when you are booking your cruise or when you are enjoying your cruise with a cocktail in hand but have you ever wondered what happens when a fellow passenger's number is up whilst on board?    …

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Posted on Jan 16, 2015
Have you got Cash in the Attic?

When I moved house over Christmas my husband refused to throw things away claiming that 'it might be worth something one day', although I am more of a ‘thrower awayer' than a ‘keeper’ I admit there might be some truth in this I'm sure I'm not the only one who…

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Posted on Jan 9, 2015
A Lesson in Flight Etiquette

What’s the most horrifying behavior you have ever witnessed on a flight – a person getting knocked in the head by a wayward suitcase, a verbal battle over an armrest, or something even worse?     I read a news article recently, a dispute over legroom caused a United Airlines flight from…

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Posted on Jan 2, 2015
Why are Cruise Ships called SHE?

There are many theories to this question, we always call a ship a "she" and not without a reason     One plausible theory is that boats are called 'she' because they are traditionally given female names,  it has also been surmised that all ships were once dedicated to goddesses,…

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Posted on Dec 27, 2014
I Love Vintage!

I'm not saying I don't Welcome the SMART Generation of cruising but as a child of the Seventies I love a bit of Retro especially Vintage cruise and travel posters     I love the understated slightly clichéd advertising style of mid century posters, they give a more glamorous view…

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