We arrived in Papeete a day before schedule, we had to take some shelter from the bad weather and we weren’t the only ship in port. We docked at around 9PM, but it was absolutely pouring with rain, so Marian and I decided to stay onboard, sleep and wake up refreshed the following morning for…
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Fred. Olsen World Cruise 2018: Easter Island And Pitcairn Island
We spent several fun-filled days at sea before reaching our next port of call, Hanga Roa, Easter Island, Chile. There was sun, cloud and a tug-of-war. Yes, you read that correctly, a tug-of-war. Passengers, for obvious reasons, weren’t allowed to take part, but we could bet for the team we wanted to win – all…
Fred. Olsen World Cruise 2018: Panama Canal, Ecuador And Peru
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….
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