Cruise tips

Find out whether the P&O drinks package is value for money for you and the alternatives available onboard, including free drinks!

A cruise is a luxurious experience but if you want to up the lux here’s why you should consider booking a luxury cabin for your next voyage

Planning a cruise from Turkey with your family? Read on for the travel checklist we followed after being invited to try out one of Costa Cruises’ new itineraries from Istanbul. It includes making sure you have the right travel insurance in place, important things to consider post-pandemic and getting the most out of your holiday. …

Padding along the fluffy, white sands of Devil’s Bay in Virgin Gorda was the moment I knew I was in the Caribbean. We were already a week into our holiday, but this was something else. The impossibly blue sea, the incredible volcanic landscape and the warm water lapping around my ankles all added up to …

Disembarkation day always seems to come round far too quickly when you are on a cruise. The fact is that the crew are preparing for it well in advance and will start nudging you about it days ahead of that sad moment you walk down the gangway for the final time. So what happens when …

If you’re on a cruise in the Eastern Caribbean and are searching for St Lucia excursions then it’s likely you’ll be looking for a guided tour that encapsulates the natural and historic highlights of this iconic island. *Advertisement feature – contains affiliate links* Ahead of our Caribbean cruise we were contacted by My Cruise Excursion …

From the volcanic landscapes of St Lucia and St Vincent to the bustling Mediterranean style towns of Martinique, the Caribbean is rich with incredible sights and experiences. And while it is a destination that Mr Tin Box and I chose for our recent parents only getaway, I can imagine a Caribbean family holiday would be …

I do love a packing list. And when it came to organising what to pack for our Caribbean cruise, I realised I needed to start planning early. If you’re considering a holiday in the Caribbean you’ll already know that the best time to go is in the UK’s winter. This avoids the hurricane season; making …

It’s no secret that cruising is not the most environmentally-friendly holiday. But is it possible to have a carbon neutral cruise?

If you are planning on grabbing some autumn or winter sun then you’ll need to refresh your wash bag. Out go the creams for dry, chapped skin and in go the Factor 50+ holiday toiletries that you will need for a gloriously warmer climate. *Advertisement feature* I wrote this post while planning for our winter …