Millward's Maritime Matters

Are they a few of you out there who are perhaps a little "cheesed" off with the cruise lines?  Service perhaps going downhill a little? Waiting ages to get served? Excursion prices too expensive? Food not as good as it used to be?  To be honest with you, I have…

On a aircraft!  We all know that you can upgrade on a flight from premium to first class but of course the amount can be hefty to do so however, what service and comfort you have!  The airline industry are of course all very keen for us to upgrade as…

As you most probably know by now, I am back from the most fantastic trip with Seabourn. I am really struggling to actually put down in words how amazing they are. Having sailed with many a cruise line, they are quite simply the best! The Odyssey only has 455 passengers…

I am so looking forward to my fantastic trip on the Seabourn Odyssey.  As you are aware we do get the chance to go on some fantastic cruises and on Wednesday it is my turn to experience the most wonderful Seabourn cruises. To give you a little insight into Seabourn. …

You would be very surprised at how many people do forget passports. They get to check in at the airport or port and, well you can imagine how they must feel.  Where passports are concerned do not forget the general rule of thumb is the validity must be at least…

I wish I could say I have been, sadly not!  My lovely clients, Mr & Mrs B recently returned from a fab trip from Miami to San Francisco on the Coral Princess.  Mr B always sends me a synopsis on all his trips and kindly let me use his words.…

If you are not already "in the know" the Venice of the north is St Petersburg one of the most beautiful cities in the Baltic. This city is probably the main highlight of any cruise in this area and most ships will stay in the port for at least two…

There are many of us who pay for airport lounges whilst waiting for their flight. Some say this is the best way to start your holiday off, after all you get a nice place to sit, away from the crowds and usually get free drinks and something to eat included.…

Are you off on a Princess cruise soon? If you are due to travel then look out for the "Medallion" which is basically (in a nutshell) your new key card, but so much more! As Princess cruises claim and I quote "this promises to transform your cruise experience with a…

I read an interesting article the other day about the destinations which are currently the most popular ones to go to on a cruise, perhaps these are on your bucket list or you have already been. The Norwegian Fjords are on the list. This does not surprise me as is…