Cruise Blogs - Page 9

If you’re anything like us, your holiday doesn’t begin until you’re poolside with a cocktail in hand. We take our cocktails very seriously and while Piña Coladas and Sea Breezes are just fine most of the time, special occasions call for something more artisan. Luckily, molecular mixology has taken the…

Explora Journeys has revealed more details about the culinary experiences on board its new ship, Explora 1, which is due to set sail for the first time in May 2023. Across six vibrant restaurants, guests will be able to enjoy 11 different experiences, where they can discover tastes from across…

The Luxury Editorial – Deluxe Spas at Sea Relaxation experiences now extend way beyond the four walls of the onboard spa, offering guests even more ways to kick back and relax as they sail between incredible destinations. From in-suite indulgences to unforgettable shore excursions, and unique treatments to expert-led wellness…

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…

The Boulders Boardwalk Beach Penguins by Liesl Noel When thinking of Africa, penguins might not be what comes to mind right away, but there is an intriguing colony found in Simonstown, South Africa. While the ancient granite boulders of False Bay, another one of Cape Town’s many amazing beaches, protect…

When is the best time to cruise? The answer really depends upon where you’re travelling to. While some regions are best explored during the summer, when the fine weather allows for dips in the deck-top pools, al fresco lunches, and cocktails watching the sun setting down into the sea, other…

A tender is a small boat that’s used to transport passengers between their cruise ship and the port when the ship itself is unable to dock. These tenders are usually carried by the cruise ship, and often double as a lifeboat. Don’t be nervous though, these aren’t the types of…

The countdown is on to the launch of the latest addition to the P&O Cruises fleet. Arvia is due to set sail later this year, an Excel class ship and sister to the ever-popular Iona. Captain Robert Camby will be at the helm, and if you missed our exclusive interview…

No matter how new or technologically advanced a ship is, there are various maritime traditions that surround its launch. From superstitions to practical steps that make sure everything goes to plan, here are just some of the events that lead up to a ship embarking on that all-important first journey….

Chief Operations Officer Katie’s experience on board Rocky Mountaineer Every time we sell a Cruise & Stay holiday with a Rocky Mountaineer train journey included in the itinerary, I always get excited, because there is just something so special about this trip. So, when I got offered the chance to…