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What Smart Cruisers Do To Guarantee Adult-Only Cruising

…here are likely to be many families and kids, perhaps because you can only travel during school vacation or holiday times, there are a couple of suggestions I have. Adult-Only Spaces Look at lines and ships which offer proper adult-only spaces on board. Disney is probably the best known for having the most comprehensive offering of these. While of course they are likely to have loads of kids, they do have generous adult-only areas. Like on my Disn…

Get The New Cruise Album Of Your Favourite Cruises

…y TheCruiseMaps.com that I am now adding to my “Cruise Album” coffee table book. This great looking album holds 25 of these A4 maps that I’ve started collecting of my favourite cruises. Already in here are my Regent Japan, Norwegian Viva Med and Windstar Norwegian Fjords and Iceland. Each of TheCruiseMaps.com maps are created using satellite tracking, so shows exactly where my cruise went, and has all the ports marked. All I needed to do was tell…

I Paid A Fortune to Cruise On “New” Crystal Cruises. Was It Worth It?

…al is still building its reputation and trust back, both with cruisers and travel agents. This means that the ships are not sailing full. So, there seems to be frequent promotions and offers to encourage people to try the line or return. So, sign up for their mailing list to get these as they are frequent. The main Crystal Cruises promotion seems to be suite upgrades, where you pay for a lower grade but get a higher one. For example, book an Aquam…

These 4 Overrated Cruise Tips Are Probably Costing You BIG TIME!

…you look at using them, you can get 5% off every tour using my link TipsForTravellers.com/ShoreExcursions and enter the code “TFT5” at check out. Link also in the notes of this. That’s TipsForTravellers.com/ShoreExcursions and the code is “TFT5” If they don’t appeal other good ones include Viator and VentureAshore . Overrated Cruise Tips #3: Phone Because of the way things were, most writers, bloggers and vloggers – including me – would strongly s…

Good And Bad News: My Verdict on The New Sun Princess Mega-Ship

…er routes will fill their needs. I was struck that when I spoke to younger travellers, 30s to late 40s, and people with kids, they loved the ship and program, but more traditional Princess travellers were less keen, finding it too big, noisy and alien to what they were used to and expected from Princess. I feel Princess is following what Celebrity did when launching the Edge class ships, which talk to a different traveller while still offering the…

Repositioning Cruises Explained: Bargains, Hidden Traps, and Must-Know Tips

…) Perfect For: Experienced cruisers who love sea days Retirees or flexible travellers Budget-savvy guests wanting luxury for less Solo travellers (great value even with supplements) Not Ideal For: First-time cruisers Families with children Anyone who dislikes long sea days or rough seas Final Thoughts Repositioning cruises can be one of the best cruise bargains — more nights for less money, on often luxurious ships, with fascinating itineraries. B…

Princess Cruises Sanctuary Collection Review: What I Really Found Onboard

…ith the rest of the ship — and cons — more walking and less exclusivity. I booked an S4 Vista Suite, so I experienced the full offering. Sanctuary Collection Venues and Perks There are five main components to the Sanctuary Collection, and my experience with them varied. 1. Embarkation & Disembarkation This started poorly. No priority check-in No priority security No escort to onboard venues Compared to MSC Yacht Club, Celebrity Retreat, and Haven…

8 Popular Repositioning Cruise Beliefs That Are Completely Wrong (And What To Expect Instead)

…eller. Repositionings are ideal for: People who love sea days Slower paced travellers Sociable and flexible guests Solo travellers (great community feel) People who enjoy enrichment, reading, and downtime They are not ideal for: First-time cruisers Families with young children Travellers who cruise mostly for ports or excursions Final Thoughts Repositioning cruises can be absolutely fantastic, but only when you know exactly what you’re signing up…

7 Cabin Checks Every Cruiser Must Do Before Unpacking (To Avoid Big Problems Later!)

…s Right This one of the cruise cabin checks is especially important if you booked a guarantee cabin, since room assignments can vary. ✔ Check what’s outside your door Even if you choose your cabin, misreading the deck plan can backfire. For example, on Queen Elizabeth recently my cabin was opposite a busy crew access corridor used for baggage loading on embarkation day. It was noisy throughout the cruise. Check for: Crew service doors Housekeeping…

Which Mainstream “Resort” Cruise Line Is BEST? Royal Caribbean, Norwegian, MSC, or Carnival?

…ational groups Couples and friends who want a “floating theme park” Active travellers Norwegian Cruise Line Best for: Independent-minded travellers Night owls Solo cruisers Suite guests wanting luxury within a big ship (The Haven) MSC Cruises Best for: Budget-conscious families Travellers seeking a European or international vibe Those wanting a premium experience without premium prices (Yacht Club) Carnival Cruise Line Best for: Budget travellers…

Looking for Gifts for the Cruise Fans in Your Life?

…e back. 🚢 5% Off Cruise Port Tours — Perfect for Anyone with a 2026 Cruise Booked If you know someone heading on a cruise soon, gifting (or even just recommending!) discounted excursions is a fun and practical present. Get 5% off any Shore Excursions Group tour by adding the tour to the basket and entering code TFT5 at checkout: 👉 https://www.tipsfortravellers.com/shoreexcursions I use them often — great prices, small groups, and usually cheaper t…