About Me
I have worked in the travel industry for over 25 years now since beginning as a holiday rep on a campsite in France and I have a real passion for travel. I've worked in all aspects of the industry including sales, marketing and management and I've specialised in most products…
Posted on Feb 4, 2015
Well done Fred. Olsen
We have all read the reports of Boudicca's engine room fire on her recent Cape Verde & the Canaries cruise. The fire occurred at 4am just off the coast of Morocco and passengers were plunged into darkness. The ship listed hard as the engines were cut but fortunately no one…
Posted on Jan 28, 2015
Project Seaside
I'm loving the name that MSC are using for their two new mega-ships which are coming in 2017 and 2018, with an option on a third to follow. And even more I love the innovation and new ideas that MSC are incorporating into these 'Project Seaside' ships. In a bid to…
Posted on Jan 21, 2015
Should shore excursions be included in your cost?
Silversea have this week announced that unlimited shore excursions and complimentary wi-fi are now included on their summer 2015 Mediterranean itineraries. Now this is great news in that they are offering group excursions using local guides to the region's most memorable attractions for every port of call. There is no…
Posted on Jan 14, 2015
Bye Bye Mr Bump.
P&O have announced that the Mr Men characters will no longer be featured on their cruise ships which is a real shame. They have not stated why and have not announced any replacement, just that by the end of this month all Mr Men will have been removed from the…
Posted on Jan 7, 2015
What is a sheltered balcony?
Cunard's Queen Mary 2 often causes confusion because she has a few types of balcony cabin. She offers the standard obstructed view and clear view balcony cabins which most ships have and most of us have heard of and understand. She then also has 'sheltered' balconies which are a balcony cabin…
Posted on Dec 31, 2014
A Happy New Year to You
As the year draws to a close I would just like to take this opportunity to wish you a wonderful 2015. I have had a great 2014 both at home and at work. My highlights include an amazing trip to New Zealand courtesy of APT and fulfilling my childhood dream…
Posted on Dec 23, 2014
A very Mary Christmas to you.
Having recently sailed on Queen Mary 2's Christmas mini cruise I thought I would share a few of my Christmas photos with you. I have been lucky enough to do a number of Christmas cruises and Cunard definitly had the edge with their decorations. Queen Mary 2 looked amazing. I…
Posted on Dec 16, 2014
D’oh! Homer stows away.
Whilst on board Cunard's Queen Mary 2 this weekend I discovered that Homer Simpson has stowed away and is happily sailing the world whilst watching TV. Decks 2 and 3 feature 4 amazing brass murals depicting cultural icons from across the continent and Homer is part of the North American…
Posted on Dec 11, 2014
Celebrity to base a ship in Abu Dhabi
I'm really excited this month as Celebrity Cruises have announced that from November 2016 the Celebrity Constellation will be based in Abu Dhabi and will be offering cruises around the Middle East and Asia. Currently the only cruise line based in Abu Dhabi is the German cruise line Aida and the…
Posted on Dec 4, 2014
The ultimate dining experience (and it’s great value too)
NCL are currently offering up to $1000/stateroom on board credit on their 2015/2016 sailings and instead of just using this on board credit to pay off your bar bill or gratuity charge why not treat yourself to something extra special. All ships in the fleet offer the 'Chef's Table' which…
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