Cuba Closed by Trump!
Well that was a shocker! Didn’t see that one coming! News in over the weekend that Donald Trump has banned US cruise ships from travelling to Cuba under strict new restrictions in a bid to keep ‘US Dollars out of the hands of Cuban military’. How will this news affect us Brits travelling to the […]
Read MoreSo What’s So Perfect About CoCoCay?
Sad news indeed that Royal Caribbean in their infinite wisdom has made the decision to pull the Independence of the Seas, the UK’s favourite Royal Caribbean ship, from Southampton in 2020. The reason as you have no doubt been told is to keep her Stateside to offer more passengers the opportunity to experience ‘The Perfect […]
Read MorePrague – My ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’
Being a bit of a culture vulture, the medieval city of Prague has been on my wish-list for quite some time. Although I had been slightly put off in recent years, by the upsurge in popularity of Hen & Stag do’s to this city. I just don’t see the attraction this city steeped in history […]
Read MoreThe Key to Unlock Exclusive Royal Caribbean Perks!
Have you heard about Royal Caribbean’s Exclusive VIP Access to on board benefits? Its called ‘The Key’ This unlocks premier access to unique experiences and special amenities during your cruise . It includes a welcome lunch at Chops Grille, Jamie’s Italian or Giovanni’s Table; You get private hours at onboard activities like the Flowrider, Rock Climbing Wall; and […]
Read MoreA Welcome Return For Jane!
Yes the Yorkshire lass is back, in all her Northern glory! – Jane McDonald is back on our screens on Friday 19th April on Channel 5 at 9pm. She will be cruising along Portugal’s Douro river on board Emerald Waterways’ Radiance river cruise ship. Which carries just 112 passengers in 56 cabins with a 1:3 […]
Read MoreNorwegian ‘Free At Sea’ Package’ Explained
As from 02nd April, NCL roll out a new Free At Sea pricing system. Under the existing Premium All-Inclusive offer, which was introduced in April 2017, unlimited premium drinks, service charges and gratuities were included in the fare. However passengers were not happy being ‘tied in’ to a package that didnt suit their individual needs. […]
Read MoreMy Paris Weekend & A Visit to King Louis XIV
To celebrate my husband’s birthday we booked a weekend in Paris to see the sights. Also to visit the Palace of Versailles, as I loved watching the TV series ‘Versailles’ All about the reign of King Louis XIV. So we set off on an early morning flight and arrived at Charles De Gaulle around mid […]
Read MoreSaga Cruises Revisited
I first stepped on board a Saga cruise ship in June 2016, which much trepidation as to what kind of experience I would have. Myself and a couple of colleagues were invited on board the Saga Sapphire whilst she was docked in Dover.You can read my blog about our day here. Since then Saga Cruises […]
Read MoreSingapore! What a great city!
One of the ports of call eagerly awaited on our recent South East Asia cruise was Singapore. Having never been before, but hearing so many good things about the city, I couldnt wait to disembark! We were on board the Marella Discovery which docked at the Harbour Front Ferry Terminal, instead of the main Marina […]
Read MoreCheers P&O! (But make it last! You’re on a Timer!)
Finally! A drinks package option from P&O! Talk about late to the party! Their competitors have been ahead of the game for some time! Never mind. At long last and bowing to passenger pressure, we now have a selection of drinks packages to offer besides the bottles of wine and coffee options. So here’s the […]
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