
The Solent Hotel & Spa is approx. 25 minutes away from the port of Southampton and it’s the ideal option for a pre-cruise stay. I know, I had the pleasure of sampling this stunning property recently and I would highly…
The Solent Hotel & Spa is approx. 25 minutes away from the port of Southampton and it’s the ideal option for a pre-cruise stay. I know, I had the pleasure of sampling this stunning property recently and I would highly…
Inspired by the ocean and seamlessly blending natural beauty and timeless luxury, Cunard has announced the launch of its brand new holistic spa concept, Mareel. Co-created by Cunard and wellness trailblazer Canyon Ranch, Mareel Wellness & Beauty will launch exclusively…
Introducing a holistic wellness journey like no other on land or at sea, Celebrity Cruises unveils The Spa on Celebrity Edge. With more than 22,000 square feet for guests to renew, restore, and reinvigorate, The Spa was inspired by nature,…
I left you last time with the mention of another dining experience in East to West and I did end up in a food coma. I couldn’t eat another thing until lunchtime the following day! I had Calamari to start…
Norwegian Cruise Line’s newest ship, Norwegian Escape, will offer a wide range of spaces for guests to relax and unwind when she makes her debut in October 2015. The Mandara Spa aboard will be the most innovative to date, noted…
P&O Cruises will unveil the most opulent wellness facilities in its fleet as well as the largest gym and most extensive selection of classes and additional spa treatments when Britannia launches in March next year. The Oasis Spa will boast…
When I first heard that The Retreat was to be introduced on board Ventura I was a little apprehensive but excited at the same time. I had heard many mixed reviews about The Retreat on board sister ship, Azura. Some…
A multi-million pound refurbishment has been carried out to Ventura to incorporate features which have proved popular with passengers on sister ship Azura. Successful concepts from Azura, such as The Glasshouse, The Retreat, menus designed by Michelin -star chef Atul…
I enjoy shore excursion shopping especially if it is something I really want to do and there are two or three trip options that include it. For the most part I tend to book through the cruise line for many…
Stepping out onto the balcony we were greeted this morning with a much more cosmopolitan city-scape that was Bergen. The weather was noticeably colder and again unfortunately grey and wet. We later learned that Bergen proclaims to be the wettest…