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How fast do cruise ships go? And 15 other surprising cruise facts

From secret codes to mystery sailings, there’s a lot more to cruising than meets the eye.

June 2026 • 7 min read

Advice

My last cruise docked in Genoa: here are the best things to do

On a recent cruise, I spent a day in Genoa, one of the most overlooked cities on the Italian Riviera. Here’s what you won’t want to miss.

June 2026 • 8 min read

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Are mini cruises from the UK worth it? An honest guide

We’ve teamed up with Ambassador Cruise Line to explore why a mini cruise from the UK might be your best holiday yet.

May 2026 • 5 min read

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Are Seabourn cruises to the Mediterranean worth it?

From boutique ports and chef-led market visits to champagne among the ruins of Ephesus, here are six reasons Seabourn’s Med cruises should top your shortlist.

May 2026 • 5 min read

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A guide to the perfect post-cruise stay in the Caribbean

The fun doesn’t have to end when you disembark. We’ve teamed up with Sonesta Resorts Sint Maarten to plan the ultimate post-cruise escape.

May 2026 • 4 min read

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What to do in Liverpool on a cruise stop

From bohemian markets to Beatlemania, plan your perfect day in Liverpool with our itineraries for couples, families and solo travellers.

May 2026 • 7 min read

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Feeling ill after a cruise? It might be land sickness

Still feeling the waves after disembarking? Here’s what causes this mystifying post-cruise condition, and the tips seasoned sailors swear by to manage it.

May 2026 • 3 min read

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Eight ways a Douro River cruise might surprise you

There’s far more to a Douro River cruise than just port. Here’s what to expect with Riviera Travel.

May 2026 • 6 min read

Article

World of Cruising TV: offers and competitions round-up

We’ve secured exclusive deals and competition prizes from six cruise lines in conjunction with season 4 of our popular show.

March 2026 • 3 min read

Article

World of Cruising talks to… Sally Gunnell

The former Team GB Olympic champion and newly announced ROL Cruise ambassador talks to us about winding down after winning gold and why she’s so excited about her next venture.

December 2025 • 3 min read

Article

Step into the Arctic scenes of Mission: Impossible

Follow in Tom Cruise’s footsteps with a cruise to Svalbard, the icy archipelago featured in the latest film in the popular franchise.

May 2025 • 2 min read

Article

The weird and wonderful world of themed cruises

From sailings for dog or cat lovers to voyages gathering bikers or heavy metal fans, these trips are a window into the extraordinary. We've compiled some of the strangest out there.

April 2025 • 2 min read

Article

Nude cruise? Here's the naked truth

This cruise line lets you sail au naturel. But would you dare to bare?

April 2025 • 1 min read

Article

Opinion: Digital-Detox cruises are oh-so-vogue for escaping technology

The next big wave for cruise fashion is upon us, with 2025 set to offer respite from technical tyranny with Digital-Detox cruises. And thank Christ for that, says Calum Brown

November 2024 • 7 min read

Article

RNLI at 200 – The Land Rover: An unsung hero

As a seasoned Land Rover enthusiast, our SEO boffin Calum Brown aided promotion of the RNLI’s dedicated LR fundraising event in Poole, Dorset. Problem was, our chap had to get his old Land Rover there – from Scotland – first...

November 2024 • 9 min read

Article

Terror on the Britannic: How cruising bore the brunt of 1970s cinematic change

The frenzied downturn of 1970s economics amid rampant social change could be found not just in British cinematic exploits, but also across the UK cruise and shipping industry. Conjoining the two made for a true taste of Britain’s changing tone as a new age brought a harsh new reality reports Calum Brown

November 2024 • 9 min read

News

Book exclusive deals with the new World of Cruising TV series

We’re back on the small screen. And this time we’ve partnered with Cruise118 to bring you some extraordinary offers.

June 2026 • 4 min read

News

Chef Alexis Quaretti reveals culinary vision for Oceania Sonata

Guests aboard this new ship from Oceania Cruises will discover not one but two never-before-seen-at-sea dining concepts.

May 2026 • 2 min read

News

Should cruise passengers be worried about hantavirus?

The outbreak on MV Hondius shocked the world, but experts say the risk to cruise passengers more widely remains low. Here’s what you need to know.

May 2026 • 3 min read

News

Oceania Cruises announces its most intimate ship yet

Oceania Aurelia, the line's smallest vessel yet, will debut in late 2027 and sail two Around the World Voyages in 2028 and 2029

May 2026 • 4 min read

News

The new cruise brand going to the world’s wildest places

Cruise Routes launched on 20 April 2026, operating as an exploration cruise specialist.

April 2026 • 1 min read

News

Cruise ships clear Strait of Hormuz before renewed closure

Celestyal Discovery became the first cruise ship to transit the Strait since late February, with others following during a brief reopening.

April 2026 • 1 min read

News

Celestyal cancels all April sailings amid Middle East situation

Celestyal has confirmed it will not operate any departures in April 2026, as both of its ships wait to reposition back to Athens following the ongoing situation in the Middle East.

March 2026 • 1 min read

News

The cruise line turning the heads of Love Is Blind stars

Benaiah and Nicole Grünewald-Bridi weren’t cruise people. Here’s how sailing the Adriatic with Celestyal Cruises changed that.

March 2026 • 3 min read