If you’re a foodie, then you’re going to absolutely love the Sky Princess.

Whether you’re sticking to the all inclusive fare or have the budget to splash out on speciality meals, there’s plenty for you to enjoy onboard. Even the buffet is a huge treat, with themed nights and rotating menus that keep things fresh.

This blog post explains where you can eat onboard the Sky Princess, including the three dining options: included, casual and speciality.

As Princess’s coveted luxury area, the Sanctuary is found onboard the majority of their ships, and is often in high demand. I was able to take a quick look around during my recently voyage on the Sky Princess, and was very impressed with what I found.

This space is designed to be a high-end alternative to the busy pool areas elsewhere on their ships. In this blog post I explain what exactly the Sanctuary provides, how much it costs, and whether it’s worth booking.

Please note that all photographs were taken by myself onboard the Sky Princess, and that the Sanctuary may differ between ships.

I’m writing this after returning from my first ever Princess cruise, and wow, I had such an amazing time.

The Sky Princess is well regarded and really is something special. From her excellent use of technology, to the delicious food, fantastic entertainment and beautiful public areas, she really is the setting for a dream holiday.

In this blog post I share my honest experience of sailing on the Sky Princess, along with lots of photos from my time onboard.

Here’s my full review of my obstructed balcony cabin on the Sky Princess.

One of the things that I love about modern cruise ships is that the cabins often resemble the high end hotels that you find on land. As the Sky Princess launched in 2019, I knew that her cabins would have a modern, luxurious feel - and I wasn’t wrong!

As someone who loves both books and cruising, I’m a big fan of Cunard Line.

During a time when many cruise companies are removing literary spaces from their ships, Cunard continues to feature show stopping libraries housing thousands of individual titles. So when I saw that the Queen Mary 2 was setting off on a two night summer Jurassic Coast sailing, I jumped at the chance to get onboard this iconic ship.

As someone who loves both books and cruising, I’m a big fan of Cunard Line.

During a time when many cruise companies are removing literary spaces from their ships, Cunard continues to feature show stopping libraries housing thousands of individual titles. So when I saw that the Queen Mary 2 was setting off on a two night summer Jurassic Coast sailing, I jumped at the chance to get onboard this iconic ship.

In this article I share my honest thoughts about the Queen Mary 2, including how well she has been maintained, what I thought of the food, and whether I will sail on her again.

I recently sailed on Cunard’s iconic flagship, the Queen Mary 2, for the first time, embarking on a two night Jurassic Coast voyage from Southampton. As this is such a well loved ship, I was excited to get onboard and see how well she has been maintained over the last 20 years.

In this article I share real photos from my exact cabin, explore its pros and cons, and suggest ways that it can be improved by Cunard in the future.

If you’re joining a cruise from Southampton any time soon, then you may be embarking from Mayflower Cruise Terminal.

Located in the Western Docks at birth 106, Mayflower is one of several cruise terminals in the city. If you’re not sailing from here, then you will probably find yourself at one Southampton’s other cruise terminals: City, Horizon, Ocean, or Queen Elizabeth II (QEII).

Ambassador is Britain’s newest cruise line, known for its affordable and good value cruises which depart from a variety of regional ports.

Their first two ships, Ambition and Ambience, carry out no-fly voyages to destinations all over Europe, including the Mediterranean, British Isles, Norwegian Fjords and more. Whether you’re looking for your next summer holiday, some winter sun, or exciting exploration somewhere new, you’re bound to find it with Ambassador.

In 2025 Ambassador gained another addition to their fleet, Renaissance, which now hosts fly-cruises around the Caribbean for a British market.

If you’re thinking about booking your next cruise, then you’re in the right place. In this blog post I have handpicked some of the very best deals, spanning a wide range of categories and updated for 2026 and 2027.

A UK focused cruise line specialising in no-fly voyages, Ambassador begun operations in 2021 with just the one ship.

Their cruises are adults only (although they used to host a limited number of multi-generational voyages) and are particularly popular in the 50+ demographic - although you definitely don’t have to be this age to sail with them. I travelled with Ambassador at 30 years old and had a really fun time!

The small size of ambassador’s ships means that they are able to dock in a variety of regional UK ports. This really sets them apart from other lines, allowing them to run itineraries from places like Cornwall and Scotland.

As a relaxed yet traditional cruise provider, Ambassador generally has a chilled vibe, and all dress codes are optional.

Despite this, it is important to be aware of the dress code so you know what to expect. It can be really fun to join in with formal nights, but I know they’re not for everyone. By planning ahead you can avoid any surprises and know how to fit in with the other passengers.

This guide will be useful for both first time cruisers and seasoned travellers who are planning to sail with Ambassador Cruise Line.

If you’re trying to decide between Crystal Cruises and Viking Cruises, then you’re in the right place.

While both lines offer premium, high end experiences, they have a different vibe and suit different cruising styles. Personally, I have sailed and loved Viking and Crystal, but can definitely see how each company would suit a different type of cruiser.

In this blog post I give a clear, side-by-side comparison and explain which cruise would be better suited for your tastes. Whichever you pick, you’re sure to have an amazing time!

This is an important part of your vacation that you need to get right before you even set sail!

As a premium line with modern ships, all of Viking’s cabins will be similar in quality, but the location of those cabins will come with various benefits and drawbacks.

This guide will help you to avoid some of the common mistakes people make when booking a Viking cruise, and select the stateroom that is best for you.

One of the many great things about Viking is that their cruises really are an almost all inclusive holiday.

While the cruise fare might be slightly higher than you would find with other lines, an impressive number of services are included in the price. This includes all of your food, drinks with meals, and even your toiletries, so you really don’t need to spend any extra money.

This blog post outlines what is included in the base fare of a Viking cruise, as well as any optional extras that you may want to budget for.

Packing for a vacation can be a stressful experience, but it doesn’t need to be that way.

This blog post outlines my top tips for anyone preparing to embark on a Viking ocean cruise, including clothing, cabin accessories and excursion essentials.

Hoping to play bingo? Pack your bingo dabber. Have a tendency to lose your cruise card? Get yourself a lanyard so you can wear it instead.

Read on for my complete guide to packing for a Viking ocean cruise!

If you’re not sure what to pack for a Viking cruise, then you’re in the right place.

Understanding Viking’s dress codes can be confusing, as they often differ from other mainstream cruise lines, with conflicting information shared by cruisers online.

Fear not! In this blog post I will outline the differences between a Viking river cruise and a Viking ocean cruise, and clarify which types of clothing are needed for each voyage.

Read my full review and learn what to expect from this excursion.

An onboard cooking experience offered by Viking Cruises, the Kitchen Table is available to book on their ocean ships. It’s a great way to liven up a relaxing day at sea, meet some new people, and learn how to cook a delicious three course meal from one of their onboard chefs.

I took part in one of these group cooking classes during a cruise around South East Asia onboard the Viking Venus in 2025, and found it to be a huge amount of fun.

If you’re thinking about booking a Viking cruise, then you’re in the right place.

I’ve sailed with Viking multiple times over the last few years and have absolutely loved each of my experiences. From travelling around South East Asia to sailing down the Seine at Christmas time, I’ve experienced what both their ocean and river ships have to offer.

This blog post will include tips for first time Viking cruisers, including what to expect on embarkation day, what’s included in the cost of your cruise, and how to get the most out of your holiday.

If you’ve booked a cruise that sails from the UK, then you may find yourself embarking at London Tilbury.

Despite its deceptive name, this cruise port is actually located in Essex, in a town slightly to the east of Greater London. This means that your journey will require a bit of forward planning in order to make it as smooth as possible.

Here is my complete guide to all of the guest rooms and suites available onboard the Crystal Symphony.

I love exploring cruise ships, and during my sailing onboard the Crystal Symphony I was delighted to find that staff had opened a number of cabins for guests to view. While all of the room categories are beautiful in their own way, it was really interesting to see how they differ and have a nose around two of the most luxurious accommodation options onboard.

Here is my full guide to food and dining onboard Crystal Cruises.

As one of the world’s leading ultra luxury cruise lines, dining onboard Crystal Cruises is an absolute delight.

With food offered on an all inclusive basis, there is a total of eight restaurants for guests to choose from (if I include the gelato bar!) Both of Crystal’s ships, Serenity and Symphony have identical food offerings, with the same eateries on each ship. The only venue that costs an additional fee is the vintage room, which offers dinner with guided wine pairings.

Here is a full tour and review of my room on Ambassador’s ship Ambience - suite 11147.

I was so excited when I found out that Ambassador had booked me a suite on their lovely ship Ambience.

I sailed in August 2025 on a three day round trip from London Tilbury to Honfleur, travelling with my sister. As it was her first ever cruise, it was lovely to have the extra space and all of the additional treats that come with having a suite.

Here is my full review and tour of Ambassador Cruise Line’s ship Ambience, which entered their service in 2022.

Relaunched in 2022, Ambience is Ambassador Cruise Line’s second ship. I sailed with her in 2025 on a three night return sailing from London Tilbury to Honfleur - a location that I previously visited with Viking Cruises!

Here’s my full ship tour and review of the Crystal Symphony.

Known to be one of the world’s most luxurious cruise lines, Crystal Cruises has had a turbulent history in recent years. Founded in 1988, Crystal traded for more than 30 years before going bankrupt in 2022 due to the collapse of its parent company.

Here’s my full guide to dining onboard a Viking river cruise.

There’s so much to love about Viking River Cruises, and the food is definitely one of them.

I first sailed on a Viking river ship in 2024 for a Christmas cruise along the Seine that began and ended in Paris. There were so many things that I enjoyed about this trip, and the onboard dining was definitely a highlight.

Here’s my full guide to food and dining onboard the Viking Ocean fleet.

Dining onboard a Viking ship is always a luxurious experience.

With several delicious restaurants to choose from each and every day, it can be difficult to choose favourite. I particularly love the variety available in the World Cafe, the Norwegian style waffles in Mamsen’s and the pasta in Manfredi’s!

I couldn’t quite believe my luck when Viking Cruises emailed to ask if I’d like to join them for a two-and-a-half week trip around Southeast Asia. I replied almost immediately - yes please!

We embarked the cruise in Bangkok, after a brief pre-extension at the stunning Shangri-La Bangkok hotel. After spending an additional few days docked in Laem Chabang, we departed for Cambodia, Vietnam, and finally, glittering Hong Kong.