Westy's Waves

I think this is an amazing video, it shows you how the Balmoral managed to add 239 cabins becoming Fred Olsen's  largest ship.  It surely proves  what lengths these cruise companies will  take to bring their ships up to date allowing them to compete against eachother.  The video shows how the Balmoral…

Well it seems that traditional style cruising is becoming less and less as Celebrity swaps from formal nights to evening chic. The new dress code is dressier then the "smart casual" attire recommended for most evenings but less dressy than formal attire.  Of course this decision wasn't taken lightly, but…

A big talking point this week is that Norwegian Cruise Line have unveiled on the newly refurbished Norwegian Epic the Cavern Club. They are recreating the World famous club where not only the Beatles played but also the likes of Cilla Black performed. For the first time ever the Beatles…

I am probably one of the few people that have never watched an episode of Downton, and think I will avoid going into the office when the last ever episode is aired… think a few of my colleagues will be very upset. So what lies ahead for the cast?? It…

So you arrive early into port, but your flight isn’t until later that afternoon or evening, what can you do all day knowing that you have your luggage to think about. It’s always a question we get asked. Yes, there are in most cases left luggage facilities either at the…

Why do holidays go so quickly… This year we decided to go away for 3 weeks, I thought it might be a bit too long, but let’s just say I suit the Spanish way of life. So back to reality now with a big bang!! Oh well I have lots…

Wow it seems Crystal Cruises are going to be busy over the next few years.  They have announced that they are to build three new luxury ships.  Among them are a river cruise line, a yacht cruises division, a private airplane and a mini-submarine.  What a way to celebrate the…

Single supplements always seem so unfair, why should you have to pay a supplement of between 75% or sometimes it can be up to 100% just to occupy the cabin on your own...   AMA Waterways, the world's leading river cruise line, have announced they will be waiving single supplements…

So your cruise is booked and it's time now to look at your cruise personaliser, complete your online check in, maybe book a spa treatment, a speciality restaurant and of course shore excursions.  Are you surprised how expensive some excursions can be?  Just before you book through the cruise company…

So your cruise is all booked and paid for…. exciting times! But what do you do after the excitement has worn down and the reality of your sailing date is upon you? As a Specialist Cruise Consultant, it is my job to advise you on as much information as I…