Posts that detail our experiences when on cruises.
Cruise ship noise can quickly disturb your sleep, from loud neighbours and slamming doors to rattling coat hangers and engine vibration. Discover practical ways to reduce cabin noise, report persistent problems and choose a quieter room before you sail.
Chase the Northern Lights on six extraordinary Norway sailings with Ambassador Cruise Line. Book before 30 September and use code LIGHTS5 to save 5%. With peak solar activity making 2026 a prime year for aurora sightings, these Aurora cruise ship itineraries offer the perfect blend of Arctic scenery, dark skies and adventure.
Ambassador’s solar eclipse cruise 2026 is a bargain for over-50s, with up 10% off, half-price drinks and a rare Dundee sailing built around the eclipse. But in this article we show you how to double your discount to score 20% off a unique solar eclipse cruise this August.
Cruising solo can feel wonderfully freeing, but a few smart safety gadgets add extra reassurance. This article rounds up practical picks, from personal alarms and door-stop alarms to anti-theft bags, RFID wallets, torches, and phone straps, helping solo travellers stay organised, visible, and secure on the ship and ashore.
Think you’re the perfect passenger? Think again. From buffet offenders to serial queue jumpers, we expose the worst cruise ship guests who ruin holidays for everyone. A funny, slightly uncomfortable look at cruise ship behaviour that might hit closer to home than you’d like.
Sightseeing walking distance Southampton port is possible if you know where to look – there are … Walkable sights from Southampton cruise terminalsRead more
Princess Cruises has just announced three enormous new Voyager class ships – each carrying 4,700 guests and set to dwarf anything in the current fleet. It sounds exciting. But if Sun Princess and Star Princess are anything to go by, bigger may simply mean more crowded, worse service and fewer interesting ports. We explain why this might be bad news for cruisers.
Boarding the Sky Princess at Port Canaveral was our easiest embarkation yet! In this post, we share our real experience and top tips, like why we skipped the crowded rental car shuttle for a quick Uber, where to find cheaper gas, and how staying a few miles away in Titusville saved us some serious cash.
The final stop of the cruise is Curacao, a former Dutch colony known for its vibrant capital, Willemstad. Visitors can enjoy colorful markets, historical tours, and unique experiences like underwater walking. While beautiful, the city lacks enough activities for extended stays. Curacao is a lovely place for a brief stopover, particularly for beach lovers.
The sail into Panama City involves navigating through dozens of ships laid up and waiting their … Panama. Panamahahaha. Panama (City)Read more
