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This Summers ‘Must Have’ Cruise Read For Relaxing By The Pool

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The www.CRUISE.co.uk team had a bit of a first recently. We’ve been invited on a lot of ships over the years for a variety of different reasons but this was the first time we’ve ever been to a book launch party. Best-selling author Chrissie Manby was on-board the Royal Princess,in Southampton to launch her latest novel, A Proper Family Adventure, which she researched last November on-board the Regal Princess, sister ship to the Royal Princess.   A Proper Family Adventure is Chrissie’s 29th novel, and the third in a series about the Benson family – a follow-up to A Proper Family Holiday and A Proper Family Christmas.   The book is set upon the fictional cruise ship the European Countess but readers should find it very familiar as many aspects, like Movies Under the Stars and the iconic Sea Walk are based upon the Regal Princess. Chrissie commented at the launch to say: “From the sheer scale and opulence of the ship to the delicious food and the spectacular entertainments, I found enough inspiration on board the Regal Princess for 10 novels. I can’t imagine a better adventure for my fictional family or my real one.” Whilst David Sanders, head of PR for Princess Cruises UK, added: “It’s a real coup that Regal Princess helped inspire Chrissie and we’re delighted to see so much of what people love about our...

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Take A Bath With A Snow Monkey On This Bespoke Journey To Japan

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Today the www.CRUISE.co.uk team would like to introduce you to a new concept in cruising, a new concept in escorted tours; in fact, a new concept in holidaying! These will be in-depth, immersive experiences taking you to some of the furthest flung reaches of our planet. You’ll be given the chance to do and experience things you’ve never even imagined before. If a typical holiday would fly you over the Grand Canyon then we’ll land you on it’s floor. If a cruise sails you past the Galapagos we’ll get you off to go walking amongst the penguins and giant tortoises. If you can dream it – we’ll be offering it!   The first cruise we’d like to showcase will take you to the ancient and venerable country of Japan where an intriguing mix of modern technology and centuries old traditions meet… And we intend to show you them all in one glorious trip. You’ll get the chance to ride the iconic  bullet train AND relax, surrounded by feudal architecture as you watch Japans famous snow monkey’s come down to bathe in the hot springs of Jigokudani Monkey Park (and that’s before we even get started on Tokyo, Okinawa, Mt Fuji or the beautiful Diamond Princess).   Your journey will start in Tokyo, capital city of the Land of the Rising Sun, cultural hub for all things weird, wonderful and all...

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Casual Cruising: No Tux Required!

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Cruising in the 21st century just keeps on getting better, with more and more innovation on-board than you can shake a stick at! Super hi-tech gadgets, Wi-Fi speeds that match those on land and quicker embarkation are just three of the features that cruisers on Royal Caribbean’s latest megaships can look forward to but sometimes it’s the simplest of things that can make a passenger smile and for those of us who like informality, casual cruises are that simple thing! Casual cruises may be very different to what old-school cruising veterans may be used to or what firt time cruisers imagine cruising to be but for those who prefer not to cram their case with tuxedos, diamonds (or cubic zirconias – ssssh, we won’t tell), skyscraper heels and sequinned pashminas, the option for a casual break sailing on the oceans is like a refreshing sea breeze. Whilst some formal cruise lines still exist, where elegance and formality are key and dressing up to the nines is both required and relished (*cough* Cunard *cough*), it does seem that the tide is turning. More and more cruise lines are opting for the more laidback approach, where people can feel comfortable in a posh frock or tux or dressed down in a pair of chinos or a sundress…where guests can relax with their kids and not worry about people complaining about the...

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The Essential 2016 Cruise Bucket List

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So it might seem a bit early in the year to be planning 2016’s holidays, but believe us when we say there’s a lot to get planning for! 2016 will see brand new ships, new itineraries, fabulous destinations and so much more on the horizon. So, before you get booking next year’s cruise take a quick look at these must-see suggestions…   Hello, Tokyo! Mt. Fuji, Shibuya, Akihabara, Edo Castle, Meiji Shrine… Japan plays host to a huge amount of the Far East’s most incredible and essential sights. Whether you end up visiting Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka or any of Japan’s cities you’re guaranteed a fantastic stay with some precious memories to take home – and some souvenirs, if you see anything that catches your eye! We suggest taking a stroll over to the Meiji Shrine in Shibuya, Tokyo. This grand and elegant Shinto Shrine his dedicated to the spirits of Emperor Meiji and his wife, Empress Shōken. The shrine began construction 100 years ago – quite impressive!   New Royal Caribbean Ships! A new ship is always a cause for celebration – maybe even a cause for booking a cruise – but it’s an even bigger deal when that ship happens to be the largest in the world. Harmony of the Seas will be Royal Caribbean’s latest Oasis-Class vessel, weighing in at 227,000 Tons and prepared to accommodate an...

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‘The Queen’ vs The Queen

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The big news this week has  to be the fact that P&O have announced H.M The Queen will be naming  their newest ship Britannia. This wont be the first time the Queen has christened a cruise ship; she named both the Queen Mary 2 and the Queen Elizabeth for Cunard but this will be the first time she’s named a P&O ship since the Oriana in 1995. Asking Royalty to name your cruise ship is a time honoured tradition dating back centuries but not all Cruise Lines seem to be as proficient at it as others.  Take Royal Caribbean for instance. Not being able to get any real royalty they had to ask Princess Fiona (from Shrek!) to name Allure of the Seas back in 2010. It has to have annoyed P&O that they haven’t had any ‘real’ royalty since ’95 though. Whilst P&O haven’t had to resort to fictional characters to name their ships  it’s clear that ‘losing’ the Queen to Cunard must have hurt. So much so in fact than in 2008 P&O had Helen Mirren, flush from her Oscar winning role in The Queen , name the Ventura. Now we’re not saying there’s anything wrong with Helen Mirren; we love Helen Mirren in fact! Winning an Oscar for playing a Queen is a poor substitute for a real Queen though. What do you think:    ...

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