It’s World Cruise update time and I’ve got a lot to share with you, so let me get straight down to business. Our next exciting day was spent transiting the Panama Canal and what an experience it was. I’d previously enjoyed a partial transit, but I was itching to find out what else there was…
Fred. Olsen World Cruise 2018: Bermuda, Cuba And Cozumel
We’re now onto day 19 of this wonderful 108-night cruise and I am loving every moment – even the non-sunbathing days that force me to sample the bar menu and try my hardest to get more than 2 points in the morning quiz! I’m doing well so far and even managed to WIN one day….
Fred. Olsen World Cruise 2018: The Beginning
Hello from Black Watch! I’ve been onboard for a few days now, so I thought it was about time I checked in with you all and gave you some updates on the cruise, this lovely ship and our first port of call, Ponta Delgada. OK, let’s go back to the very beginning. I arrived in…
Planning For A World Cruise
There are just 3-days to go until I join Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines ‘Black Watch’ on her 108-night World Cruise and honestly, it still doesn’t feel real – even though I am almost packed. I don’t think it’s going to hit me until I’m onboard and we are leaving Southampton. Planning For A World Cruise:…
London Cruise Show 2018
With cruise lines sailing to some of the most remote locations on earth, it can be overwhelming deciding which route is right, but the London Cruise Show aims to connect cruise enthusiasts with their perfect cruise. From health and wellness cruises in the Mediterranean, to exploring Cuba or the fjords of Alaska, there has never…
Ponant Confirms Order For The Very First Electric Hybrid Cruise Icebreaker
PONANT, leader in luxury polar expeditions and the only French cruise line, confirmed the order for the first electric hybrid icebreaker, propelled by Liquefied Natural Gas. A very first in the cruising world. PONANT announced the order for the first electric hybrid cruise icebreaker, with LNG propulsion, the Ponant Icebreaker, therefore reaffirming its place as…
Carnival Fascination To Undergo Multi-Million-Dollar Dry Dock Before Sailing From San Juan In 2018
Carnival Fascination will undergo an extensive multi-million-dollar dry dock that will add a variety of popular food and beverage innovations, including Guy’s Burger Joint developed by Food Network star Guy Fieri, the cocktail pharmacy-themed Alchemy Bar, BlueIguana Cantina Mexican eatery, Cherry on Top sweets shop, the poolside RedFrog Rum Bar and BlueIguana Tequila Bar, and…
For The Love Of Sea Days
The sea day, you either love it or you hate it. Personally, I love a sea day just as much as I do a port day. It’s the only time I get to sit back and do absolutely nothing. For me, the sea day is a priceless luxury and one that I never tire of….
A Guide To Cruises In Macau
Since March 2014, Macau has started welcoming luxury cruise ships to its port after many decades in the doldrums. The port of Macau is in shallower water than neighbouring Hong Kong, which has meant that the largest global cruise lines have not been able to attempt to negotiate their way into the port. Sea Dream…
Hurtigruten Introduces Northwest Passage By Hybrid Ship
With three ships in Antarctica and five ships calling in Svalbard in the 2019/2020 season, Hurtigruten is strengthening its position as the world leader in exploration travel. In addition to the exceptional encounters with nature, wildlife, and culture offered at recognised Hurtigruten destinations, the new programme also offers several new destinations for modern-day adventurers: Explore…
