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Booked the trip of a lifetime, but aren’t sure how to pack for a cruise? At Bolsover Cruise Club, we know it can be challenging to understand how to make the most of your suitcase space if you’re looking for what cruise essentials to pack (and what you ought to…

A Cruise Passenger’s Guide to the Mediterranean’s Pocket-Sized Capital Sailing into Valletta feels like gliding into a renaissance painting. Honey-colored bastions rise above one of the world’s greatest natural harbours, and the city’s baroque skyline gleams under the Mediterranean sun. Valletta may be small – just 0.6 square miles –…

The term ‘all-inclusive’ is one you might have heard countless times when it comes to cruises and resort holidays, but what does it actually mean? When booking your cruise, cruise lines will sometimes offer ‘all-inclusive’ experiences as incentives to book with them, but knowing exactly what this means is essential…

A cruise doesn’t have to last a long time to be memorable, and nothing proves that more than a mini cruise. Short but sweet, these journeys offer guests the opportunity to enjoy holidays at sea over a handful of nights, transporting them to nearby destinations and cutting straight to the…

When looking for a cruise, a term you may see in your itinerary is ‘tender’. First-time cruisers may not have come across it before, so what is tendering on a cruise? If you’re looking for answers, search no further, as we will cover what tenders are, why they’re necessary, and…

Antigua has no shortage of incredible beaches. Featuring a beach for every day of the year, those visiting this beautiful Caribbean gem may find it difficult to choose just one for their fun in the sun. If you’re preparing to dock into this sensational island, let Bolsover Cruise Club introduce…

Embarking on your first cruise is exciting, but we also know it can be a bit daunting. You may have no idea what to expect on your first cruise, or if you’re looking to book your maiden voyage, you may not know where to visit or what to pack. No…

It’s a wonderful feeling booking a cruise. You’ve picked your cruise destination, and now you’ve got an incredible experience to look forward to, but the post-booking stages of arranging your cruise are just as essential as the pre-booking ones! If you’re cruising for the first time or are looking for…

It’s a question as old as cruising – port or starboard? The answer to this question is not as simple as you may hope. In fact, the benefits of port and starboard cabins depend on the cruise destination and the itinerary guests are sailing on. From the extraordinary landscapes of…

The concept of the staycation is becoming increasingly popular. More people than ever are seeing the value of holidaying closer to home, and not just financial value! Major cruise lines like MSC Cruises have also launched summer seasons of staycation cruises, but what is all the fuss about? If you’ve…

Veteran cruisers and newcomers alike have come to see the Cunard drinks package as a guaranteed winner for their holidays, but how exactly does a drinks package work? This is one of the most common questions we get, so in this guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about…

When booking a cruise, selecting the perfect departure destination can be just as important as the ports of call along the way. Where you start your journey determines how far you need to travel to access the world’s most spectacular locations, and fly cruises allow you to begin your holiday…