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Me with the QE2
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My memories of Cunard’s QE2

25 September 2024 Anna 4

Queen Elizabeth 2 (or QE2) launched as a floating hotel in Dubai in 2018. But long before her conversion into a hotel, I was lucky enough to sail on one of her final voyages. QE2 Dubai QE2.com is the official website for the hotel, which has images of the refurbished

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Arvia cruise ship.
Cruise Lines and Ship Reviews

Barbie joins P&O Cruises Arvia and Iona for the summer holidays

26 July 2023 Anna 0

P&O Cruises has launched dedicated family zones across its five family-friendly ships for the duration of the 2023 summer holiday season. Guests will find a selection of new toys and activities available on board Arvia, Iona, Britannia, Azura and Ventura. In partnership with Harding+, Arvia and Iona’s retail spaces will

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Saga Cruises’ ship ‘Spirit of Discovery’ in countdown to launch its first round Britain cruise

10 June 2021 Anna 0

With just three weeks this Sunday until Saga Cruises returns to the ocean on Spirit of Discovery, the ship is a hive of activity as it prepares to relaunch. Spirit of Discovery was initially launched on July 10, 2019 so had only recently taken to the waves when Covid-19 locked

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MSC Cruises to resume cruising in Spain and the US this summer

10 June 2021 Anna 1

MSC Cruises has announced it will restart its sailing operations in Spain with the deployment of MSC Grandiosa to Barcelona from 26 June for a Saturday embarkation. Valencia will then be added as an additional port of call as of 30 July. This follows recent announcements by the line that

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MSC World Europa. Image: MSC Cruises
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MSC Cruises to build its first MSC World class cruise ship – MSC World Europa

10 June 2021 Anna 1

The future of cruising is here as sales have opened for MSC Cruises’ most innovative and environmentally advanced vessel to date, MSC World Europa.   The first in a trailblazing new class of ships – the MSC World Class, this next-generation ship introduces to the market a completely new platform that boasts

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Iona: Picture by Christopher Ison/P&O Cruises
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The newest P&O Cruises ship – Iona – arrives in Southampton

16 May 2021 Anna 0

Britain’s largest and most environmentally-friendly cruise ship, P&O Cruises Iona, arrived into her home port of Southampton this morning ahead of tonight’s official naming ceremony.  Iona is powered by liquefied natural gas, ground-breaking for the UK cruise industry and one of the cleanest fuels in the world.  The ship will

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MSC Virtuosa arrives into Southampton MSC Cruises, Blue Harbour (1) Image: MSC Cruises
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MSC Virtuosa arrives in Southampton ahead of cruising restarting in the UK

13 May 2021 Anna 1

MSC Virtuosa, MSC Cruises’ latest flagship, has arrived in Southampton, ready to welcome guests as cruising restarts in the UK. The newest and most innovative ship in MSC Cruises’ fleet, MSC Virtuosa will embark on her maiden voyage around the British Isles on 20th May. With all of MSC Cruises’ trademark glamour and

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Disney Magic. Image: Disney Cruise Line
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Disney Magic calls at Southampton ahead of “Disney Magic at Sea” sailings this summer

13 May 2021 Anna 0

Disney Magic called at Southampton on Sunday as the cruise ship prepares for “Disney Magic at Sea” UK staycation sailings this summer, for UK residents. Southampton is one of the four home ports, alongside Liverpool, Newcastle and London Tilbury, where “Disney Magic at Sea” limited time sailings will provide guests

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MSC Virtuosa. Image: MSC Cruises
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MSC Cruises’ award-winning kids and family offering comes to the UK this summer on board new flagship MSC Virtuosa

16 April 2021 Anna 0

All eyes are on MSC Virtuosa, MSC Cruises’ brand-new  flagship, coming to the British Isles this summer. A destination in itself, the ship offers everything a family could want to create the ultimate holiday, with an award-winning offering for kids of all ages. And parents can rest easy that their little

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Disney Cruise Line staycation sailings go on sale from 30th April to U.K. residents

16 April 2021 Anna 0

Disney Cruise Line’s recently announced “Disney Magic at Sea” staycation sailings will go on sale to U.K. residents from 30 April 2021 at 9.00am. Booking for Castaway Club members – guests who have previously sailed with Disney Cruise Line – is 28 – 29 April 2021. Featuring enchanted entertainment and with multiple

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Commodore Wells. Image: Cunard
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Cunard’s Captain Christopher Wells retires after 20 years with the brand, and awarded rank of Commodore

14 April 2021 Anna 0

Cunard Captain, Christopher Wells, is retiring after a stellar 20 year career with Cunard, part of 30 years spent working across Carnival Corporation cruise lines. In recognition of his outstanding service he has been awarded the rank of Commodore.  Commodore Wells has spent the last 13 years leading the team

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Princess Cruises unveils star line-up for Summer Seacations

14 April 2021 Anna 0

Princess Cruises has unveiled the line-up of celebrity speakers and guest entertainers for its Summer Seacations. MedallionClass ships Regal Princess and Sky Princess will sail roundtrip from Southampton between July and September this year offering scenic UK cruises and voyages with stops in Liverpool, Portland, Belfast and Greenock, on itineraries ranging

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Hi I'm Anna, a content creator and mum of two from the UK. I've spent many years working and travelling on cruise ships as a seafarer, passenger and as an officer's wife. I originally set up this blog to document my travels cruising on ships with my husband, but now I write about all things cruise related. Whether you are a new or experienced cruiser, I hope you find my advice a useful aid when planning your next holiday. Read more...

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