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Back of House Tour

Posted on January 25, 2013 by CruiseMiss — 1 Comment

The back of house tour is something everyone should take part in. It lasts roughly 3 hours and costs £75 per person but don’t let the cost deter you because I assure you, you will not be disappointed! The tour…

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The Bridge – Part Two

Posted on November 8, 2012 by CruiseMiss — Leave a comment

My second visit to the bridge was very different from my first. Aside from the view being very different the atmosphere was too! This time the bridge was just about empty, it was a simple case of two officers keeping…

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The Bridge – Part One

Posted on November 7, 2012 by CruiseMiss — 1 Comment

A visit to the bridge is something every avid cruiser longs for, a chance to really get to see the vessel for what she is. I don’t feel I need to “introduce” this post really, the title says it all…..……….…

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Knowing Your Officers – Deck Department

Posted on September 25, 2012 by CruiseMiss — 1 Comment

A quick and easy introduction to the Deck Department officers on your ship and what it is they do. Commodore – This is the highest rank cruise ship officers can reach and is similar to the rank of Admiral. The…

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Cruising Is An Education Too

Posted on June 28, 2012 by CruiseMiss — Leave a comment

A cruise is many things. Of course it is a holiday, a time to relax and re-charge your batteries. The opportunity to do nothing at all if you wish or to be a complete adrenalin junkie and do everything you…

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Day at Sea and the Gibraltar Approach – Day 2/3

Posted on May 8, 2012 by CruiseMiss — Leave a comment

Day 2 was finally the start of the weather starting to calm down. Although not exactly red hot the sun did briefly come out and it was pleasant walking around on the open decks (when the wind didn’t blow you…