Advice

Planning for your next cruise holiday can often be a time-heavy process. We aim to save you hours of research with our carefully-curated advice section - regardless of whether you're a seasoned traveller or a first-time cruiser.

From expert hacks and professional secrets, to a wealth of specialist advice and easy-to-read articles, this section is purposefully crafted for easy digestion. Happy reading!

North America: From sea to shining sea

North America is a land of iconic skylines, awesome natural beauty and proud history. And living the American (or Canadian) dream is even sweeter when you’re travelling by ship

June 2023 • 6 min read

Port guide to Singapore

From high-end shopping to sizzling street food, southeast Asia’s lively port city has it all – so get set for an action-packed day

June 2023 • 3 min read

I name this ship... everything you need to know about the godmothers (and godfathers) of cruise ships

From Queen Camilla to Sophia Loren, cruise godmothers are a diverse and glamorous collection of women. There are even a few men too...

June 2023 • 5 min read

Baked Alaska parade: Everything you need to know (and more)

What is a Baked Alaska? And why is the Baked Alaska parade such a celebrated icon of the cruising world? We’ve undertaken the research, so you don’t have to

June 2023 • 6 min read

Ship review: Ambition, Ambassador Cruise Line

Everything you need to know about Ambition, the second cruise ship to join Ambassador’s growing fleet

May 2023 • 8 min read

Uncover the USA: A continent of discovery awaits

Set sail for Florida, New York and more. Take a look at Marella Cruises’ all inclusive itineraries, with flights, food and more included

April 2023 • 3 min read

For ancient wonders and hidden islands, cruise to Greece, Turkey and beyond

Seabourn offers you the chance to take advantage of summer 2023 & 2024 and discover beautiful locations such as Greece and Turkey while expanding your knowledge of the world.

April 2023 • 3 min read

What makes Avalon Waterways stand out for foodies?

Avalon Waterways delivers the world on your plate, with flexible dining options and the best local flavours capturing the essence of your destination

April 2023 • 3 min read

Seabourn marks construction milestone for expedition ship Seabourn Pursuit

Seabourn has held the coin ceremony for Pursuit, with Lynn Narraway named ‘madrina’

April 2023 • 1 min read

10 smart reasons to book a no-fly cruise

From avoiding airport meltdowns to bagging a bargain holiday, here’s why it pays to start your journey from a UK port

April 2023 • 5 min read

Which cruise lines sail from Great Britain?

Having to book a flight just to get onto a cruise can be exhausting, costly and oftentimes not worth the hassle. So, why not avoid all that bother and simply leave from closer to home?

March 2023 • 4 min read

When is hurricane season in the Caribbean?

The beautiful Caribbean can suffer badly when hurricane season strikes. This means that cruises can be affected - here's the answer to some frequently asked questions about the Caribbean's tropical storm season

March 2023 • 3 min read