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Discover Ambassador Cruise Line, including how many ships they have, the dress code, adults-only cruising and where they sail, with expert insight from Bolsover Cruise Club.

The popularity of river cruising has soared in recent years, but what can you expect if you’ve never tried this style of cruising before? If you’re considering a different type of holiday, let’s go over five of the key features that define river cruising and share a little bit about…

‘Reviewed by Senior Marketing Executive Sam’ I’m an 80’s baby, and have just had my first experience on a river cruise with Riviera Travel. I’d love to share my day-by-day experience with you first hand – I hope you enjoy it. Arrival in Amsterdam, with an overnight stay in port…

I’ve always been a bit of a travel fanatic, and at the age of 27, I’m lucky to have seen some incredible destinations and stayed in some amazing hotels. Before starting my role at Bolsover Cruise Club two months ago, I’d never considered cruising as an option, and in all…

Though it may hold a reputation as one of the most expensive cities in the world, there are plenty of free things to do in Paris that won’t cost you a penny. The port of Le Havre is a popular cruise destination in Northern Europe and located around 2.5 hours…

The most romantic day of the year is just around the corner, and if you’re looking to wow your loved one with something a little more imaginative than a box of Milk Tray, a Valentine’s cruise could be the answer. Whether you want to spend the big day onboard a…

Cruising is all about discovering those destinations you can’t wait to return to time and time again – and among them is the little-known town of Nauplion in Greece. We know what you’re thinking. Greece has literally hundreds of places to visit, so what makes Nauplion so extra special? You’ve…

Once you’ve got your holiday plans firmly in place, there’s every chance you’ll be looking for things to do in Southampton before your cruise. Whether you want to make sure you’re close by to the cruise port ready for embarkation (we all want to maximise those precious minutes in the…

There’s a name for the way Oslo makes you feel. The Norwegians call it ‘kos’ but it’s less a word than a state of mind, an instant happiness that comes with feeling safe, warm and good together. It can refer to the simple things in life, whether that’s cradling a…

New to cruising and new to Bolsover Cruise Club – our new Marketing Manager, Danny, was invited aboard the ultra-luxury Seabourn Ovation to discover the gems of the Greek Isles.  Did he find them?  Read on to find out… Day 1 – Embarkation, Athens Having been sailing safely for a…

Amsterdam is the mini cruise capital and it never looked better than it does in winter. If you’re planning a Mini cruise to Amsterdam, give these seven free things to do a go whilst you’re there. GET ON BOARD Take the free Amsterdam public transport ferry from behind Centraal Station…

Tired of cold, wet weather? Sometimes, a winter sun cruise is the perfect solution to your winter blues, but deciding where to go for sun in winter can be tricky. If you’ve never cruised before, what’s the right choice?  If you’re craving a warm holiday that departs from the UK…