If you are new to cruising, you may not know that cruise ships have their own medical centres on board. Regular cruise passengers will be aware of the medical team, and some of you may have even visited the doctor or nurse while on a ship. But have you ever
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The ultimate guide to world cruises
The thought of spending three or four months as a passenger on a world cruise is an exciting prospect for many cruise enthusiasts. Although costly, the experiences you have and the memories you make can last a lifetime. I was lucky enough to work on board the P&O Cruises ship
Read moreMy cruise highlights from 2017
As we move in to 2018, I thought this would be a great time to reflect on my cruise highlights from 2017. Last year I spent a total of 161 days on the P&O Cruises ship Oceana. During the winter, we cruised around the Caribbean and north America and transited
Read moreThe top places to spend New Year’s Eve on a cruise
I’ve been lucky enough to spend New Year’s Eve on a cruise several times over the years. I’ll never forget standing on the decks of the old P&O Cruises ship M.V. Victoria, watching the fireworks over Table Mountain in Cape Town for the Millennium. I also remember the last time
Read moreShip review: P&O Cruises Oceana post 2017 refit
Anyone who knows me, knows that the P&O Cruises ship Oceana has a special place in my heart. Not only did I work on her during my second contract at sea, but I’ve also spent time sailing on her recently, as my husband was her deputy captain for a time.
Read moreWhat to expect on a Christmas cruise
Relaxing on a cruise in warm weather seems a world away from the terrible conditions that have hit the UK this week. In 2016, it was estimated that 1.8 million people cruised from UK ports in the weeks leading up to Christmas Day. It’s easy to see why. As well as
Read moreOfficer Q&A: A day in the life of a ship security officer
Going on a cruise is the perfect way to relax, unwind and forget about work. But have you ever wondered what life is like for the officers and crew who look after you? Are you curious to know what it’s like to work on a cruise ship? For my latest
Read moreA festive guide to Hamburg and its Christmas markets
With Christmas around the corner, a cruise to see Hamburg’s Christmas markets is the perfect way to get in to the festive spirit. When I told friends that I wanted to visit Hamburg for five days in December, they were really surprised. When most people dreamed of winter sun, I
Read moreWhat it’s really like going on a cruise in your thirties
Going on a cruise in your thirties is becoming more and more popular, as cruise lines work hard to target younger audiences. But my experience of cruising in my thirties is very different to going on cruises in my twenties. I thought I’d share with you some of the good,
Read morePhotos from the P&O Cruises Arcadia refit 2017
Fans of the P&O Cruises ship Arcadia will be pleased to hear that she has just had a multi-million pound refit. The refurbishment took place in Hamburg at the Blohm+Voss shipyard. I’ve acquired a number of exclusive photos taken on board in Hamburg and Southampton, after the refit work was
Read moreOfficer Q&A: Why I love working for CCL’s entertainment team
We all know you’re well looked after and your every whim is taken care of on a cruise. But do you really know what goes on behind the scenes? Do you know how many people it takes to prepare your meals or launder your fluffy, white towels? Officers and crew
Read moreA pre-cruise guide to Southampton
Southampton is one of the UK’s busiest cruise ports and it’s a place close to my heart. The city is my hometown and and somewhere I know very well. I’ve grown up watching (and sailing on) the many cruise ships that arrive in to Southampton on an almost daily basis.
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