Category: Cruising

Hear me out. I also used to think chartering a super yacht was something reserved for the ultra-rich and famous, and not something I would ever experience myself. Most of us have seen Below Deck and imagined ourselves on a super yacht with our friends or family, sailing around gorgeous Mediterranean islands, eating fresh seafood…

Looking for cruise lines that don’t charge extra for solo travelers? Cruising is becoming easier than ever for solo travelers with the introduction of more and more single-occupancy cabins on cruise ships. Previously, all cruise ship cabins were based on double occupancy, with solo travelers generally having to pay a “single supplement” of 200% to…

If your travel plans for 2024 are still up in the air, let’s talk about how right now is the best time all year to book that cruise you’ve been dreaming of. Cruising is becoming an increasingly popular way to travel, and there are cruises out there for every type of traveler. Whether you dream of island-hopping in…

Cruises are a popular getaway for many, and for good reason. They’re fantastic for families, provide endless entertainment and allow travellers to visit multiple destinations all in one holiday.  However, they can be expensive – and in a climate where money is tighter than usual – you may be reluctant to stretch your budget when…

Royal Caribbean’s newly launched ‘Icon of the Seas’, will have its maiden voyage on 27 January 2024. Royal Caribbean International has beaten its own record by creating the largest ship in the world. Icon of the Seas, overtakes their  “Wonder of the Seas” and will set sail in January. The luxury Icon of the Seas…

Keen to see the world without the hassle of taking dozens of flights? This is a very real reason for the spectacular rise in the number of U.S. cruise travelers right now. The number of U.S. travelers choosing to take a cruise has exploded, and the North American cruise market now accounts for 33.5% of…

Indonesian sailing experts SeaTrek Sailing Adventures have two new nine-day, exclusive family-friendly cruises starting and ending on the exotic islands of the Komodo National Park in July and August 2024. Departing from 30 July – 7 August and from 10 – 18 August 2024 these two expert-led safaris on land and sea, travel aboard SeaTrek’s UNESCO-heritage, traditional Indonesian wooden pinisi…

The most stylish ship yet from Oceania Cruises, a company that combines country club décor with a love of gourmet food. Oceania Vista, a reassuringly mid-size ship for 1,200 guests, a calm yet invigorating experience that spins outward from the twirling glitter of the work of art in the atrium. It’s Oceania’s first new ship…

Thanks to their impressive value for money, great variety, and general sense of community, cruises have become the most popular type of vacation for Americans this fall. However, with so many new lines and operators coming to the scene with seemingly too-good-too-be-true deals, figuring out which one is actually worth the investment can be challenging. That’s why Condé…

Are you looking for a cheap winter getaway? Here’s why a cruise to this popular Mexico destination is the perfect choice. The Mexican Riviera is currently the best region to find great cruise deals this winter. While the cost of a five-night Caribbean cruise is up 37% compared to last year, averaging $736, the cost of…