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Cruise Extras Worth Paying For. And Those That Are Not

…he extra. I am not convinced that going to them often though is worth the fairly large extra costs. So, resist the temptation to book packages. If you do want to go and try lots of them, one alternative is to go dining at these specialty venue during lunch, as the surcharge is usually lower. Splash Out On Adult-Only Cabanas If you are on medium and large ships, one of the best things to spend extra on is access to the private adult-only cabana are…

Discover The Best Place To Stay On A Cruise Ship

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Discover The Best Place To Stay On A Cruise Ship. And Why!

…on P&O Britannia where being midships meant I was some distance from the stairs and lifts. They only had one set towards the front and another near the rear of the ship. So, that is a consideration now to ensure I am closer to a set of stairs and lift, as it makes life so much easier. Some vloggers argue that being at the end of the corridor is advised because there is less traffic, less people walking by, and so it is quieter because there is les…

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How to enjoy a stress-free Embarkation Day

…e right layout? Does everything work? I check the lights, the safe and the air-conditioning. Is the cabin set up for my quirks? For me, I check the pillows because, I like feather pillows, and what’s in the mini bar if that’s included. I only drink alcohol-free, caffeine-free and no sugar drinks. So, I know what I’m going to ask to be adjusted, fixed, or changed when I see the cabin steward, or with Guest Services. Meet your Cabin Steward The next…

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12 Things You Should Never Do In Your Cruise Cabin. And Why!

…tle warmers, electric blankets, and hot plates. Most lines allow personal hair dryers, even though they provide them, and now curling tongs. But how you plug them in is also a potential problem Electric Sockets You cannot use an extension cord with a surge protector, as it could damage a ship electrical system which works differently to those on land. It will be confiscated, usually when your luggage is screened at boarding. When you leave the cab…

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How to get a cabin upgrade on a cruise: 9 ways that work for me

…bin. There was also an issue on my Ponant Le Lyrial sailing, with rattling air-conditioning that disturbed me in the night and that they could not fix. Again, I was moved to a better grade cabin. On a recent Azamara cruise, I had dragging and scraping above in the early hours. When I went to Guest Services, the manager knew off the top of his head that my cabin was below a work area. When he made a note, it was to a page listing other cabins where…

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10 Smart Things To Do If Crossing The Atlantic on Cunard’s Queen Mary 2

…d décor referencing the old liners that used to ply this same route before air travel. A Cunard Queen Mary 2 Transatlantic Crossing is better than a repositioning cruise. If you want to say you sailed on a one-of-a-kind ship and that you are one of the select crowd to have experienced the route and romance of the old Transatlantic liners, then this is the voyage for you. Before you do book, the next smart thing to do is understand exactly what you…

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8 Cruise Line Secrets Staring Us In The Face. But We Don’t See

…today. Of course, they still expel and direct exhaust fumes out, and pull air into the ship for various equipment. But they are bigger and grander than needed. They are designed as symbols to identify and help the line be instantly recognised and to stand out. Which is why each line has different shaped funnels and colours. For example, Carnival has their wing funnel. Holland America their oval sort of shape. Celebrity their chunky one with X log…

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I’ve Changed My Mind About Cruise Gratuities. Here’s Why

…price of any drinks package, too. The same is true in the Spa, salon, or hairdressers. If I’m having specialty coffees or buying ice cream or gelato, again, I don’t give a tip. Either it’s auto added, or there’s none expected. Special requests and more When crew members handle special requests or fix things, like a broken toilet or air conditioning, I don’t tip for that. My preference is to never tip senior crew, including the Captain, Cruise Dir…

Jaw-Dropping Things Only A Few Get to See on Cruise Ships

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Jaw-Dropping Things Only A Few Get to See on Cruise Ships

…t the same time quite a spectacle, is when a passenger, or crew member, is air-lifted off your ship. Most newer cruise ships have a helicopter pad, either for a helicopter to land on or hover above. This is to be able to winch people off in a medical emergency. Medivacs happen if someone needs urgent medical attention, but the nearest port or rescue vessel is too far away. It’s the only option sometimes when a person is critically ill. I’ve been o…

I Cruise Celebrity Cruises To See Who They're Really For Now

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I Cruise Celebrity Cruises To See Who They’re Really For Now

…oss the ship is much improved and excellent across all venues. Style and flair of presentation as well as taste is also elevated. Little touches – big differences There are little touches that show luxury. For example, I don’t drink alcohol or caffeine. I drink caffeine free diet Coke. On some of their close competing lines they don’t stock it at all. On Celebrity Cruises, they not only stock it, but if any bar I frequented did not have it as stan…

10 Scarce But Highly Sought After Cruise Cabins You Should Go After!

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10 Scarce But Highly Sought After Cruise Cabins You Should Go After!

…, you’ll find the Ultimate Family Suite, which is a two-level complex with air hockey, Lego walls, hot tubs, and a slide. There are many different themed and special cabins across different cruise lines. Like Virgin, with their RockStar suites, is another example. #9: New Addition Cabins Many people chase cabins which have been added onto ships, and this is a good watch out. As ships age, many cruise lines will start to add more cabins by reconfig…