…ia: I stayed at Qualia on Hamilton Island as one of the stops on a long trip around Australia, which was followed by a cruise from Sydney to Dubai on Cunard’s Queen Mary 2. For more on the trip and other experiences: tipsfortravellers.com/bigtrip2014…
…e Hamilton Island Air excursion to the Great Barrier Reef as part of a month-long trip around Australia, followed by a cruise from Sydney to Dubai on Cunard’s Queen Mary 2. For more on the trip and other experiences: tipsfortravellers.com/bigtrip2014…
…Kalifa Dubai – the tallest building in the world. This video shows the building and the views from the observation platform on 124th floor that is open to the public. I visited Dubai at the end of a five week cruise form Sydney on Queen Mary 2 as part of a Big Trip around Australia and Asia. I was desperate to see and go up this stunning building. Watch the view and enjoy the amazing spectacle! Viewing platform on Burj Kalifa Dubai. Tallest buildi…
…eview, Yacht Club Deluxe Cabin, Captain’s Interview, Butler Service, Queen Mary 2 Queens Grill versus MSC Preziosa Yacht Club and Eight Questions MSC Cruises asked about my Experience. 4. Cruising Tips and Advice Buy the book on Amazon USA, Amazon UK or any Amazon store worldwide. About Gary Bembridge A self-confessed ship and cruising geek, Gary has been cruising for over a decade and is the author of “The Cruise Traveler’s Handbook“. “Cruising w…
Queen Mary 2 docked in St. Thomas Caribbean . Gary Bembridge author of “The Cruise Traveler’s Handbook” provides another 60-Second Cruise Tip. For more visit http://www.60secondcruisetips.com and subscribe free to the podcast on iTunes, Stitcher Radio and TuneIn Radio. Cruising the Caribbean The most popular cruise region is the Caribbean. Many ships sail out of Florida, mostly Miami and Fort Lauderdale, although there are frequent cruises from…
Queen Mary 2 and other cruise ships docked in St Maarten Caribbean Gary Bembridge author of “The Cruise Traveler’s Handbook” provides another 60-Second Cruise Tip. For more visit http://www.60secondcruisetips.com and subscribe free to the podcast on iTunes, Stitcher Radio and TuneIn Radio 6 More Money Saving Tips I am always asked how cruisers can save money on board. The following are six more tips on savings to help you stay within budget: Use…
Queen Mary 2 Tender St Lucia Cruise blogs, message boards and discussion threads on social media often have lists of categories of annoying cruisers, bemoaning the fact that too many people become annoying, irresponsible and selfish on board. I wanted to share my thoughts on the things that drive me mad. In my experience, most cruise passengers are courteous, well-behaved and considerate – but there some things that everyone should follow to make…
…e fans: If you’re a cruise fan, head down to Long Beach where the original Queen Mary is docked and operates as a hotel and museum. The ship was built in the 1930s and retired here in 1967. Gay and Lesbian: The community is centred around the West Hollywood area. It’s a focal point for the whole gay and lesbian community with bars, shops and restaurants. Disney Los Angeles These are my Tips for Travellers for Los Angeles. It’s big, sprawling and…
Crew of Queen Mary 2 Crossing The Line Ceremony Gary Bembridge author of “The Cruise Traveler’s Handbook” provides another 60-Second Cruise Tip. For more visit http://www.60secondcruisetips.com and subscribe free to the podcast on iTunes, Stitcher Radio and TuneIn Radio Who is who on board: Part Two There are many hundreds of crew on board responsible for creating your cruise experience. Some you come across every day and others you may never see…
Cunard Queen Mary 2 In this episode of Tips For Travellers Gary Bembridge shares his observations and areas that Cunard Cruise Line need to focus on and improve to better meet the needs of their future cruise passengers. These are things that they currently fall short on and include: Internet connectivity. Interactive and digital services. Photographs. Alternate dining options. Fitness. Entertainment. Differentiation by class (Britannia, Princess…
Cunard Queen Mary 2 Britannia Dining Room Gary Bembridge author of “The Cruise Traveler’s Handbook” provides another 60-Second Cruise Tip. For more visit 60SecondCruiseTips.com and subscribe free to the podcast on iTunes, Stitcher Radio and TuneIn Radio Bad Habits To Avoid : Fixed Dining If you are on fixed dining on a cruise, there is an etiquette to follow when it comes to time keeping. Fixed dining is still very common on most cruise lines. It…
