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Cruise Ship / Cunard / Queen Mary 2 / transportation

Cruising With a Norovirus Gastrointestinal Illness Outbreak On-Board Queen Mary 2.

…en we got to ports. Crew are stationed at every public room entrance, like restaurants, with alcohol hand gel. The Captain and Senior Crew will not shake hands at events like cocktail parties, or when being introduced at other times or events. Then all such cocktail parties were cancelled, although the New Year Celebrations did take place. People were asked not to shake hands at midnight though. Crew are constantly cleaning all the bannisters, des…

Cruise Ship / Cruise Tips And Advice / Cruising / Cunard / Queen Mary 2 / transportation

Highs and Lows of Cruising on The Cunard Queen Mary 2. Rough Seas & Norovirus Included!

…ne. If you travel in Queens Grills on Queen Mary 2, the food in the Grills Restaurants is fantastic, and the passion of the Butler and Stateroom Attendant is invaluable. Throughout the ship the service, food and attitude of the crew is excellent. There is a pride and passion across all aspects of the ship. You are made to feel welcome and valued. Crew manage to keep cheerful, find time to chat and engage if you want to. Queen Mary 2 Ship itself. T…

Caribbean / Caribbean Cruise / Destinations / Journeys

Caribbean Islands. 3 More Amazing Things About This Incredible Part Of the World.

…it did strike me that the tours I went on, and some of the facilities like restaurants and shops, were being run more by White ex-pats or people that had moved to the islands since the cruise, and associated tourism rush, began than local Caribbean people. The port officials, taxi drivers and more similar roles were staffed by locals. Maybe it was a quirk than a trend. However, in islands like Barbados, Grenada, St Kitts and St Lucia this was not…

Cruise Ship / Cruise Tips And Advice / Cruising / Cunard / Journeys / Queen Mary 2 / Transatlantic Crossing / transportation

Crossing The Atlantic By Ocean Liner. My Cunard Queen Mary 2 Winter Crossing And Ship Review And Video Tour

…whole experience alive is not to write about it but to show it. So I have made a video that shows the seas during the crossing that were at times Force 11 and then I take you on a detailed tour of the stunning Cunard Queen Mary 2 and all the public rooms and restaurants during the crossing. Watch my video tour, with commentary, of a winter crossing on the Cunard Queen Mary 2 with a full tour of the public spaces on the ship: You can also watch a v…

Cruise Ship / MSC / MSC Preziosa / transportation

Cruise Ship Jobs: Exclusive Interview About Designing the MSC Preziosa On-Board Experience

…ide at sea (which he says is 120 metres long) and the first “Eataly” chain restaurants at sea (a fast growing international chain of Italian food). I adore waterslide rides, and so I am plotting how to manage to line up with all the kids and keep going on the ride without looking like a totally crazy person! I am used to the more usual pools and outside sports, and so the slide is high on my list of desires. I love cruising and I love waterparks –…

Caribbean / Destinations / podcast

Episode 91: Caribbean Podcast – 3 Surprises

…isiting the Caribbean – what to expect Cruising the Caribbean – how to get the most out it Barbados – the ultimate guide for travellers Barbados – the best places to eat on this island of top restaurants   Help me to improve the Tips for Travellers blog by doing a short 10 question survey online: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/tipsfortravellers    …

Cruise Ship / MSC / MSC Preziosa / transportation

8 Questions MSC Cruises asked about my MSC Preziosa Experience

…I am not sure people staying in Yacht Club need to go to any of the other restaurants that have small additional charges. It was amazing. The others I was travelling with will probably say “Eately” as it was very special – but my favourite was the “La Palmeraie”. Saying that, the buffet was pretty impressive too for lunches and when time was tight. MSC Preziosa has new several new entertainment features, including Vertigo, the longest waterslide…

Edinburgh

The Caledonian Hotel Edinburgh Scotland. A luxurious Waldorf Astoria Hotel with a history.

…walk into the main part of the street and surrounding areas with shops and restaurants. There is a goof bus service right outside and easy to catch buses out to Leith to see the Royal Yacht Britannia, and nearby is also the stop for the hop-on hop-off bus tours. The feel of the hotel was up-market, and welcoming. The whole stay felt very special and was perfect for the treat weekend. The Caledoniah Waldorf Astoria Hotel Edinburgh Room 402 The Cale…

Cruise Ship / MSC / MSC Preziosa / transportation

What 10 things can you expect a cruise butler to do on-board a ship?

…es also explaining the Yacht Club (ship within ship), dedicated Concierge, restaurants, and deck. Unpacking (and later packing) of luggage if required. He says that many people prefer to unpack themselves so they can decide where to put their clothes and other pieces of luggage. However, you should just ask if you want it done. Daily services such as keeping their suites tidy, delivering daily newspaper, answering queries and giving advice and tip…

Cruise Ship / Seabourn

Seabourn Small Ship Cruising on the Seabourn Sojourn. Observations and thoughts

…am stressed a lot. Small ship does not mean lack of choice. For example: 4 restaurants to chose from: Main Dining Room (“The Restaurant”), The Colonnade (more casual and self service), Patio Grill and the “Restaurant 2” (Taster Menu). A spa, which also has treatments, hair salon and full fitness centre. 2 swimming pools, also with decks for quiet sunbathing and a retreat with “Crazy Golf”. Casino (with blackjack, roulette, poker and slots) and sho…

Accomodation / New York / USA

New York Hilton Midtown. Reliable and Consisent NYC Hotel

…ost recent being 2012 / 2013 to update the public areas, rooms and add new restaurants and bars. I stayed in a King Suite (watch the video for the tour and impressions). It is a large room, with access to the Executive Lounge on the ground floor where you can have breakfast (impressive buffet) and drinks and snacks in the early evening. The gym facility is large and impressive at the hotel. I liked it a lot. Such a big hotel means that service is…