Caribbean-island hopping is best to do by cruise ship says Helen Lewingdon. Time has flown so quickly since disembarking from my Caribbean cruise on the Marella Celebration. For me, this was the perfect holiday choice: that's because the vessel is relatively small by today's standards, carrying approximately 1300 passengers. This makes [...]
1. Cruise Holidays Are Expensive It's certainly true: There was a time when cruising was mega-expensive, a travel choice just for the super-rich. But it's safe to say times have changed! With the number of cruise lines ever growing, it also means a growth in competition. This forces cruise lines to drive [...]
Tensions high! It's that moment at Christmas where each family member demands where the next holiday must be. Horrifically, my mum informed us that this year we would be going to a no-electricity and no -shower campsite. But they had donkeys! Shower facilities were not on-site, so we would also have to wash in [...]
Are you considering a Europe Trip sailing onboard the MSC Splendida? Prior to my time onboard, I had never considered the idea of cruising. To be fair, I did think cruising only consisted of: Bingo Shuffle Board Eating Cake Don’t laugh. So [...]
Just a casual rainy day. You sit up, sit back down again. Glazing into the far sunset dreaming of an escape, this was my reality. Nonetheless, as luck would have it, momentarily after the phone rang to be my savor. During this phone call, I discovered that in forty-eight hours I would be attending [...]
Arctic Cruise: The Best Kept Secrets Just imagine: You wake up. Get out of bed. Walk over to your balcony, peel the door back and gaze up at the falling glaciers on your Arctic cruise. In the distance, you hear the slight sound of penguins. Utter relaxation. One of the UK's top luxury [...]
Cruising-newbies often make those dreaded first mistakes on a cruise ship, so here to help; I've written a guide on the most cringe-worthy things I spot passengers doing on cruise ships. From fighting to ugly shorts! Also, check out Six Tips For The Cruise Newbie. 7. Wear Catastrophic Shorts [...]
Sister ship to the Viking Star, the Viking Sea was launched in 2016, Viking's second ocean sailing ship. Despite many of its own unique features, the vessel has also incorporated some of the more traditional Viking river-ship features. Standing out from the crowd, the Viking Sea offers extreme value for money. Evident through one example [...]
AIDA Cruises are a German cruise line founded in the 1960's with onboard facilities directly aimed to appeal to a younger customer. Most recently, launching their newest ship the AIDAprima; the first in a new class of technologically and environmentally-friendly based ships. This 124,000 ton floating Behemoth carries approximately 3,300 passengers with 17 decks. [...]
Norwegian Escape Reviews following the 1,069-foot floating theme-park; consisting of 20 decks. These are filled with over 25 different dining options, water slides, a full Broadway-style theatre and even a high ropes course. Those brave enough can even choose to walk the plank! Proudly, I can say I accomplished this! Many of my friends have [...]