…you sail with them. Stock exchange listed companies, like Carnival, Royal Caribbean and Norwegian, offer these perks. In order to receive them you have to own a minimum number of shares (usually 100), contact the line before you travel to request them and provide proof that you own their stock. They do not make it easy to claim the perk so start the process well in advance of travelling. To how to get them check the line’s corporate pages or sear…
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…
…y in 2015 Cunard Queen Elizabeth Bergen Seated on either side of us on our Caribbean Christmas cruise on Cunard’s Queen Mary 2, were two charming couples. Mike and Barbara (a couple in their late 60s and early 70) representing the present, and Simon and Melissa (a newly-wed couple in their late 30s and early 40s with a two-year old son) representing the future. And here lies the problem and challenge that Cunard are facing. Throughout the cruise w…
…Costa Favolosa and Costa Fascinosa, which have 17 solo cabins each. Royal Caribbean are starting to offer more options. The new ships, Quantum of the Seas and Anthem of the Seas, have solo “studio” cabins on each ship. They also have just three single-occupancy interior cabins on the Radiance of the Seas, Serenade of the Seas and Brilliance of the Seas. 2. Consider European river cruising. Many of the river cruising lines, including Tauck and Uni…
…rld. All the classic attractions are there like the Castle, Pirates of the Caribbean and It’s a Small World. The kids will love it. The California Park across the road has more adventurous thrill rides. Cruise 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…
…vice for visitors to St. Thomas in the United States Virgin Islands in the Caribbean. He talks about how his initial impressions of it being an uninspiring America off-shoot too focused on duty-free shopping changed as he explored the island more and engaged with the communities. In addition to talking about the history, its importance as a cruise port and overall tips he shares his tips on the ten best things to do that includes: Blackbeard’s Cas…
…ewer ships including Azura, Ventura, Arcadia, Aurora, Oriana and Britannia. Fred Olsen. All their ships offer solo cabins. Costa Cruises have some single cabins, both inside and outside, on half of its ships. Royal Caribbean are starting to offer more options. The new ships, Quantum of the Seas and Anthem of the Seas, have solo “studio” cabins on each ship. Get more tips in the next episode Check out this episode!…
…ix right is essential. You can cruise to most destinations, especially the Caribbean and Mediterranean where there may be 20 or more different options. Understand what the cost of your trip will be by time you get back home, and not just to get onto the ship. You must carefully understand what the fare does, and does not, include and budget for on-board expenditure. It differs by line a great deal and you could find that you will spend between 50%…
Grenada is known as “The Spice Island” of the Caribbean and is is also blessed with gorgeous beaches, like the Grand Anse Beach, and fantastic snorkelling opportunities. An underwater sculpture park has been created in one area for guests to explore. On my visit here with P&O Cruises Britannia I went on the Starwind Catamran excursion to see it and the beach. Take a look at my video to see just how fascinating and wonderful both are. Watch my Gre…
On every trip I have made to the “Nature Island” of Dominica in the Caribbean I have gone snorkelling at the remarkable Champagne Reef. Hot water and air bubbles up from the sea bed created by volcanic action deep below the surface. In my video you will see them and also the divers that go down to collect the water in their snorkel pipes to show guests just how warm the water is. I made this video while on an excursion off P&O Cruises Britannia s…
…St Lucia has many attractions and activities but, for me, going to one of the gorgeous beaches is a must. On a recent visit there on P&O Cruises Britannia I went on one of their excursions to the beautiful Reduit Beach in the Rodney Bay area of the island. Take a look at the video I made to see the soft sand and crystal-clear Caribbean water. Watch my video of Reduit Beach in St Lucia …
