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 liked it and some loathed it so it would be interesting to see what reaction…
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A Rendezvous With The Queen Mary 2
Yesterday began at 4.45am, an early start but for a good reason! My friend and I were off to Greenock in Scotland to Visit Cunard Line’s, Queen Mary 2. First of all what a beautiful scenic drive once passed Glasgow City Centre. I have never seen such a stunning backdrop. We could see the ship…
My First River Cruise
Today’s blog comes courtesy of a friend of mine, Mandy (CruiseMandy) Smith. She recently embarked on her first River Cruise and as it’s not something covered on my blog regularly, I invited her to share with us her experience. When the opportunity to cruise the Nile on the 5* Royal Viking with Discover Egypt presented…
Sleeping Under The Stars
If there is one thing that I wish we could do now and then on board its sleep literally under the stars. Now I know logistically this is not possible for every single passenger to do but wouldn’t it be nice to have the option now and then? Imagine a hot summers evening whilst cruising…
Voyages to Antiquity
I am now back in the north of England after a fun and cruise filled weekend in London. As some of you know I spent the weekend at the Cruise Show. This is an event held once a year that allows the general public to come along and learn all there is to possibly know…
Azamara Quest Exits Drydock
Azamara Quest, the first of Azamara Club Cruises’ twin boutique ships to undergo refurbishment, has emerged from an 8-day drydock – complete with a refresh of all public spaces and staterooms and a new “Azamara Blue” hull. Named for the cruise line by Navantia Shipyard, the unique navy-blue colour tone of Azamara Quest’s hull adds…
