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Kingdom choir

'Aqaba Aberdeen Abu Dhabi Adelaide, South Australia Agia Efimia Aigues-Mortes Alicante Ambon Island Amsterdam Anadyr Anchorage, Alaska Ancona Antarctic Peninsula Antwerp Arles Arrecife, Lanzarote Arrecifes Ashdod Athens Auckland Avignon Baden-Baden Bagan Baltimore, … [Read more...]

Adventures ashore

Credit: Shutterstock. The right excursion turns a good port into a great one – but which is the best way to go? Cruising is about the journey as well as the destination. But when you arrive at a port, what should you do – stay on the ship, wander off by yourself, go on a cruise line excursion or use a private operator? Here we discuss your options, the risks and possible savings... … [Read more...]

Magical Mediterranean

Credit: Thrillophilia With the major cruise lines returning in force, there's never been a better time to enjoy the world's favourite holiday playground. With its crystal-clear waters, Renaissance treasures, mouth-watering seafood, and museum-like cities, it's no wonder the Mediterranean is such an enduringly popular destination for cruise travellers. And the region is back with a splash … [Read more...]

Hike your way to health

'Aqaba Aberdeen Abu Dhabi Adelaide, South Australia Agia Efimia Aigues-Mortes Alicante Ambon Island Amsterdam Anadyr Anchorage, Alaska Ancona Antarctic Peninsula Antwerp Arles Arrecife, Lanzarote Arrecifes Ashdod Athens Auckland Avignon Baden-Baden Bagan Baltimore, … [Read more...]

Big, bold, and beautiful

Credit: Royal Caribbean Who said size isn't everything? Dave Monk has a whale of a time aboard new Wonder of the Seas – the world's biggest cruise ship. As I walk along deck 15, the views are incredible. Not just the gentle waves and the glowing evening sky as the sun sets, but way below me where Central Park and the Boardwalk are lighting up. I'm off the coast of Spain aboard Wonder of … [Read more...]

Shore thing

'Aqaba Aberdeen Abu Dhabi Adelaide, South Australia Agia Efimia Aigues-Mortes Alicante Ambon Island Amsterdam Anadyr Anchorage, Alaska Ancona Antarctic Peninsula Antwerp Arles Arrecife, Lanzarote Arrecifes Ashdod Athens Auckland Avignon Baden-Baden Bagan Baltimore, … [Read more...]

Amazing Alaska

'Aqaba Aberdeen Abu Dhabi Adelaide, South Australia Agia Efimia Aigues-Mortes Alicante Ambon Island Amsterdam Anadyr Anchorage, Alaska Ancona Antarctic Peninsula Antwerp Arles Arrecife, Lanzarote Arrecifes Ashdod Athens Auckland Avignon Baden-Baden Bagan Baltimore, … [Read more...]

Competition: Win a 15-day Grand European Tour for two with Viking, worth £9,490

Credit: Viking Indulge all your senses on this 15-day journey spanning the best of Europe. Fancy winning a FREE European adventure? Keep reading. Enter this fantastic competition for the chance to win a 15-day Grand European Tour cruise for two, worth a whopping £9,490. Discover the heart of Europe on board Viking Vili as you sail the iconic Rhine, Main, and Danube rivers. In just two … [Read more...]

Sweet like Scandi

'Aqaba Aberdeen Abu Dhabi Adelaide, South Australia Agia Efimia Aigues-Mortes Alicante Ambon Island Amsterdam Anadyr Anchorage, Alaska Ancona Antarctic Peninsula Antwerp Arles Arrecife, Lanzarote Arrecifes Ashdod Athens Auckland Avignon Baden-Baden Bagan Baltimore, … [Read more...]

The A-Z of cruising

Credit: Celebrity Cruises, edited. Clueless about cruising? We’re here to help. Our A-Z of cruising terms will get you clued up in no time. Ever wondered what an aft is? Or what starboard actually means? Nautical terms can tie us in knots – especially if, like me, you’re new to the cruise scene.With this in mind, I’ve compiled a comprehensive A-Z of cruising terms to help us both find our … [Read more...]

Ambience review: Ambassador's new ship makes a splash

Ambassador Cruise Line accommodates around 1,400 passengers. Credit: Ambassador On a preview cruise aboard new Ambassador Cruise Line’s first ship, Vicky Mayer discovers why ‘the purple line’ looks set to be a hit. When it comes to cruise ships, size really does matter. And my first impression of Ambience, the 1,400-guest debut ship from British newcomer Ambassador Cruise Line, is … [Read more...]