Cruise Blogs

Explora Journeys launched last year and has truly set the standard for the finest cuisine at sea. Training Supervisor Grace shares her experiences dining on an Explora Journeys cruise aboard the first ship to join the fleet, EXPLORA I.

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…

I had never been on a river cruise before so was very interested to see how it would compare with the ocean cruises I have experienced before. I was not quite sure what to expect. Overall I was highly impressed by the quality of service, guided tours and the much more personal nature of Riviera Travel’s river cruise ships compared to the larger ocean-going cruise ships I am used to.

It’s not uncommon to discover art collections aboard luxury cruise ships. Each painting, sculpture and installation forms part of the ship’s design narrative, enhancing not only the visual appeal but also creating a sublime ambience that complements the luxury and grandeur of the entire cruise experience.

A Solo Cruise with Azamara as experienced by Joseph, Training Supervisor. Excitement was mounting as this holiday was full of firsts for me! My first ever Cruise & Stay, my first Azamara cruise and my first solo cruise! 

Arvia’s food and drink options promised experiences we’ve never seen before on a P&O Cruises ship – and they certainly delivered! Lukas Campestrini, Food and Beverage Director at Carnival UK, fills us in on some of the highlights you can find on board. Green & Co. featuring Mizuhana This is…

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…

A few members of our team recently enjoyed the opportunity to sail onboard Disney Cruise Line ship Disney Dream for an incredible seven-night adventure through Northern Europe and Norwegian Fjords, sailing from Southampton. Here, they share some of their dining, adult-only area and entertainment highlights as they reflect on a…

Wondering how to spend 36 hours in Barbados? Well, the island is the epitome of the Caribbean stereotype, where a heady trio of sun, sea and sand proffer the perfect holiday adventure. You only have to clap your eyes on the Barbadians’ infectious grins to realise these islanders have nothing…

Luxury cruise suites are the epitome of indulgence and opulence on the high seas. Designed to replicate the world’s best hotel suites, these accommodations are far from what you’d expect from a cruise cabin. Luxury suites are designed to provide the utmost space and comfort, with a range of exclusive…