Cruise Tips

Heading off on an Alaska cruise? Take a look at our handy Alaska packing list to help your preparations go without a hitch.

We all need a bit of sunshine now and again, so it’s no surprise that one of the questions we often get asked is ‘when is the best time to cruise the Caribbean’? It’s a great year-round cruising destination, and with so many different islands to visit, it’s one of…

The family cruise holiday has opened up the big wide world, making multi-generational breaks easier than ever before. Much of Europe is only a short shuffle from the UK, jewels of the Scandinavian crown glimmer on the not-so-distant horizon, and lazy shores of the Greek Islands remain tantalisingly close. Then…

Proving that size really doesn’t matter when it comes to cruising, the best small cruise ships on the seven seas certainly have plenty to offer. From the small to the really small, here’s our rundown of just a handful of those worthy of your shortlist.

A first-hand account of Joseph, our Cruise & Stay Expert’s, trip to Tokyo Japan – the Land of the Rising Sun – is a place shrouded in mystery and intrigue, and one I’ve wished to travel to for at least five years. The day finally came when I would depart…

If you’re considering an Ambassador drinks package, the good news is there’s no shortage of options to satisfy your needs. There are, in fact, four different packages to choose from – but what exactly is included in an Ambassador Cruise Line drinks package? And are they worth the upgrade? Here,…

If space and comfort are top of your wish list when it comes to choosing a cabin, a Conservatory Mini Suite on Arvia or Iona is just the ticket. These new stateroom types were introduced to the Excel Class ships for the first time, and having experienced them for ourselves…

Amazing local food has the potential to turn a good holiday into a great holiday, but how do you find the best foodie destinations while you’re on a cruise? Discovering hidden gems and best restaurants amongst the tourist traps and restaurant chains isn’t always easy, so we thought we’d pass on…

A Cunard Transatlantic Cruise is traditional cruising’s most iconic voyage – but there are still some who wonder how on earth they will spend seven nights at sea. Worry not, with so much to do on board Queen Mary 2, you’ll certainly never be bored. Here are 20 things to do…

Emerald Princess is a popular ship in the Princess Cruises fleet, a 3,080-passenger vessel that’s explored some of the world’s most incredible destinations during her 15 years on the high seas. We recently experienced this Princess Cruises ship for ourselves – and here are just some of our personal highlights….