Being the cruise enthusiast that I am, naturally I am part of a few online groups and communities that all relate to cruising and one thing that is discussed quite frequently is cabin sharing with someone you don’t really know in order to avoid paying the single supplements. I have come to know many wonderful…
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Looking Back At 2013
2013 has been a pretty intense year for cruising, We have had good, bad and just about everything else in-between that you could possibly imagine, but I wanted to pick a few things from the last 12-months of cruising that really stood out to me. The good, the bad and the awesome! These are my…
Cruising Like A Norwegian
Next in the spotlight it is Norwegian Getaway as she sails into Southampton on January 14th for her inaugural celebrations. I have been looking forward to the 2-night cruise on her since September and it’s almost here! Norwegian Getaway shall not only be the largest ship I will have sailed on but probably the most…
P&O Cruises Arcadia Gets A New Look
P&O Cruises, Arcadia recently returned from her refurbishment and I have to say I think she looks amazing! So modern and light, she has been transformed, ready for Christmas, following a multi-million pound refurbishment. The extensive refit is part of P&O Cruises ongoing commitment to ensure continuous improvement of its ships and a consistent standard of…
Crew Members That Leave A Lasting Impression
The crew, where would we be without them? Nowhere, basically! I have met some amazing crew members over the last 6 years and some of them really stick in my mind and for various different reasons. Some became good friends, friends that I talk too regularly when I am back at home, whether it be…
P&O Cruises Britannia – Behind The Design
She is still over a year away, but thanks to the beauty of video she is beginning to take shape! Britannia will join the P&O Cruises fleet in 2015 and we are PROMISED she will be worth the wait. Looking at this video she is going to be fantastic! I personally can’t wait to get…
Back To The Beginning
Next year I shall be boarding the ship that started it all, Oriana! The plan is to embark on a 12-night Northern Lights cruise in March and I am already counting down the days – 80 left to go! I boarded Oriana back in 2007 for my very FIRST CRUISE and I have never looked…
Making Friends Onboard – Priceless
Every time I get ready to head off on a cruise I always think about the people I might meet. I love meeting new people and sharing new experiences and generally just having a good time. My last cruise on P&O Cruises, Oceana was no different, I had several new ports and a few familiar…
Looking At The Evolution And Future Of Cruise
I was introduced to an article recently titled ‘The Evolution and Future of the Cruise Industry’ and it turned out to be a very interesting piece. The article opens by detailing information of ocean liners from days gone by and how cruising has evolved over the last 150 years. It then leads off into passenger…
Cruise Ship Cuisine At Home – P&O Cruises Cafe Jardin Recipe Blog
As you know my favourite place to dine onboard P&O Cruises, Oceana is the Marco Pierre White, Café Jardin. The food is delicious and to be honest it’s nice to have the lighter lunchtime options that they provide, like a Panini or soup. The breakfast and lunch menus are at no extra charge whereas the evening…
