Shannon's Sea Views

If you have never been on a cruise and are thinking of booking your first one then it is natural to want to find out as much as possible about what to expect and read reviews from customers. There are now so many groups on social media that can give…

On Friday 17th November I flew out from Birmingham to Amsterdam to attend the CLIA 2017 River Convention.  I was selected to attend with Riviera Travel and I was so excited to experience staying on a River Cruise Ship for the first time. On arrival at Amsterdam Airport I met…

Cruising is the ideal time to tick those must do things off your bucket list.  On an cruise the world is really your oyster.  There are so many things you can do from walking on top of an Opera House for the best view of the city, to visiting the lantern festival…

  Australia and New Zealand are on the bucket list for most people to travel to.  It is definitely on mine!  My parents were lucky enough to sail there last year and they both said they are two of their favourite destinations. So what makes Australia and New Zealand so…

It can be so difficult dragging yourself away from the ship when you get on board.  I personally love relaxing with a cocktail in hand by the pool! You could be missing out though! Picture yourself lying on a world-class, off the beaten track beach instead. Here are some of…

Who of us who have been lucky enough to go on a cruise takes mobile devices with them?  My guess is the majority if not all of you. I certainly do when I go on a cruise and I love to take lots of photos and share them via social…

  Over the last two weeks I have had lots of enquiries come through to me for prices for an MSC Cruise.  I think I have Jane Macdonald to thank for that after the TV programme of her on the MSC Meraviglia! For those of you who have not sailed…

I have had quite a few enquiries from customers recently looking to book their first cruise.  As all of us who are experienced cruisers know this can be a minefield for you.  There are many questions to be asked..."Which Cruise Line is best?"  "Is it better to fly or sail…

  I think one of the best things about cruises is that once you’ve paid, that's it. You don't need to worry about carrying cash around with you for your drink, shopping or spa treatment on board. All cruises though do give you an option of paying a cover charge for…

Many of my customers prefer to cruise from the UK rather than do a fly cruise.  After all, who likes the hassle of possible flight delays and cancellations before your holiday?  I certainly do not. I embarked on my first cruise from the UK last year.  Before this I had…