About Me
I've been a Cruise Consultant for a number of years now and I can honestly say that it is just the best job ever. No two days are the same. I have got to know some fantastic people through the course of my job, both in the industry and clients,…
Posted on Sep 7, 2013
Quality Carpets (and light fittings) of Europa 2!
Here you are then, carpet fans. The post you have all been waiting for - you didn't think that I'd forget did you? In between all that lovely food I found time to snap a few carpets and light fittings for you, all of which were classy, tasteful, stunning in…
Posted on Sep 6, 2013
Hapag-Lloyd 2014-2015 Brochure
Just released by Hapag Lloyd - see these beautiful ships and their itineraries for yourself! For more information from someone who knows, just give me a call on 0800 408 6084 :)
Posted on Sep 4, 2013
Europa 2 – was it really all about the food?
Well its seems that way if you have been following my forum posts from the ship! I seemed to hurtle from meal to meal whilst merely skimming over everything that happened in between. Story of my life really which is probably why I had to rejoin Slimming World again last…
Posted on Sep 1, 2013
My Hapag Lloyd adventure – overview of Europa 2
Europa 2 is the fifth ship in Hapag Lloyds fleet and the first one they have sold to the international market, with the exception of about 6 cruises per year on their expedition ships. She is 40,000 tonnes, carries 516 passengers and is reputed to be ‘the most luxurious ship…
Posted on Aug 28, 2013
Europa 2 – What an experience!
I had the most fantastic time last week, sailing along the coast of Croatia and into Venice on Europa 2. It was an absolute privilege to be able to spend time on board this wonderful ship and to enjoy her fabulous facilities. My photos are being processed by the online…
Posted on Aug 17, 2013
All packed and ready for the off!
D-Day has finally arrived and I am off on my Hapag Lloyd adventure. I'm flying early tomorrow morning from Manchester to Dubrovnik where I will spend a couple of days before joining the ship on Tuesday lunchtime. Look out for my live updates from the ship which I shall be…
Posted on Aug 14, 2013
I think there’s something in the water at cruise.co.uk!!
.............. and if it's not in the water there is definitely a seat in the office that I should be avoiding. We are experiencing something of a baby boom in the office. Three of my colleagues, Grace, Tarni and Julia are all leaving to start their maternity leave this week…
Posted on Aug 9, 2013
What does the name Hapag Lloyd mean to you?
Cargo and freight? Yes, me too, until a couple of weeks ago when I was asked if I would like to spend a few days on board one of their ships. I was horrified! I mean, why would CruiseDot send me on an old freight ship? What had I done…
Posted on Aug 5, 2013
Happy Birthday to me!!
I have just had to most lovely weekend, courtesy of friends and family, celebrating my birthday. I was thoroughly spoiled by everyone with gifts, flowers, a party on Saturday night and lunch with my family yesterday. Next years birthday though will be a 'landmark' birthday and I am dreading it!…
Posted on Jul 27, 2013
Fed up with P&O and Cunards pricing policy? You and me both!!
So we are all well familiar with 'Vantage Fares' an, d 'Getaway Fares' by now as they have been around for a while, and lets face it, we are all aware by now that 'Vantage Fare' is just another name for 'early booking discount', and that the Price Promise Protection,…
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