After a pause of nearly eighteen months cruising has restarted in the United Kingdom. How has the pandemic changed cruising, and what did I make of my first time sailing with P&O? Join me as I take one of the first cruises back on the seas. The Cruise As cruising restarts in the UK sailings…
REVIEW: Celebrity Summit – a renovation to turn heads
Celebrity Summit is one of Celebrity’s older ships but thanks to her recent Celebrity Revolution makeover she certainly doesn’t feel it. We had the pleasure of sailing on her in October 2019 – come with us as we explore the Summit.
Princess to change up their seafood offering with ‘The Catch’ restaurant
Princess Cruises announced, today April 11th, that concept seafood restaurant ‘The Catch’ by Award-Winning Chef Rudi Sodamin will be appearing across their fleet – starting with Enchanted Princess on April 15th.
Should I book a shore excursion?
Whether you’re new to cruising, or a seasoned shipmate, it’s often difficult to know whether you should book a shore excursion or make your own way in a port of call. If you’ve just booked a cruise it’s likely the cruise line is currently trying to sell you at least one – so what are shore excursions, and what’re the pros and cons?
Princess promises entertainment and connectivity this Summer
A new constellation of satellites will ensure passengers remain connected at high-speed whilst broadway style shows and jazz clubs offer entertainment options for all. As cruising returns after a year of uncertainty cruise lines are working to attract both returning and first time cruisers. Princess Cruises have been busy preparing and promoting their offerings to…
Costa Cruises and AIDA to resume cruising
Italian cruise line Costa Cruises is to begin resuming cruise operations this weekend (6th September 2020) with their German sister line, AIDA, resuming on 1st November 2020. Both Costa and AIDA have stated that they’re planning a staggered return to cruising, starting with two ships per brand. On Sunday 6th September Costa Deliziosa will sail…
Princess Cruises take delivery of Sky Princess
Princess Cruises have taken delivery of the 3,660-guest Sky Princess, the 18th ship its rapidly growing fleet, at an official handover ceremony at the Fincantieri Shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy.
MSC to lengthen Magnifica by 23 metres ahead of UK arrival
MSC Cruises have revealed that the MSC Magnifica will undergo a renovation and transformation that will add 23 meters to the ship. The extra space will deliver an additional 7,000 m2 of space to the ten eyar old ship – adding in 215 extra cabins, bringing the total number of balcony cabins to 63% of the overall ship. The renovation will…
Sky Princess completes sea trials
Princess Cruises has accomplished another major milestone in preparation for the launch of its newest ship, Sky Princess, by completing the vessel’s sea trials.
“I’ll be bored” and other misconceptions about cruising
It’s no secret that cruising has at times struggled with its identity as the industry transitions from the ocean voyages of past to the cruise vacations we see now – one of the results of this is misconceptions. Let’s try and tackle a few of those here and now… 1. I’ll be bored 😴 (click…