Are river cruises good for families?
Years ago, cruising had a bit of a reputation as being ‘just for old people’. But boy, how times have changed! Virtual reality trampoline anyone? (You’ll find those on Royal Caribbean’s ships). But what about river cruising? Are river cruises good for families? The answer is a resounding YES! But, with some caveats. As with…
The best cruise ships with water slides
If there’s one thing that’s guaranteed to keep children entertained on a cruise, it’s a good water slide! Cruise ship water slides in 2019 are bigger, faster and wetter than ever before. In fact, the water slides you’ll find on ships from cruise lines like Royal Caribbean and Norwegian Cruise Line aren’t just for kids…
How to find really cheap school holidays cruises with P&O Cruises
P&O Cruises have some absolutely amazing deals for families. Plus, their family-friendly ships are fantastic for kids. (No, I’ve not been paid to write this!) I’ve managed to find a 7-night cruise on P&O Cruises new flagship, Iona, for as little as £1256 for a family of 4 during the school holidays. That’s less than…
5 reasons families on a budget should book their cruise ASAP
I used to always book my holidays at the last minute. Maybe a few months before, maximum. But, things have changed! Let me tell you why… What I’ve learned from working in the cruise industry I’ve worked in travel for 12 years and for a cruise travel agency for the past four years, managing several…
Why I (almost) always choose an inside cabin for a family cruise
It’s a question which is asked a lot – are inside or outside cruise cabins best for families with children? Once you’ve chosen your cruise ship, destination and dates, one important question you’ll be faced with is which cabin type to choose. I’ve booked a lot of cruises with children and always booked an inside.…
8 things that P&O Cruises does better than other cruise lines
We recently returned from a 14-night Mediterranean cruise on board P&O Britannia and our whole family had a fantastic time! In this post, I list some of my favourite things that make P&O Cruises great for families and why I would recommend that you definitely should consider P&O Cruises for your next cruise holiday. I…
The best cruises for a family of 5: Find the cheapest and most spacious cabins
Such is my love of cruising that when considering having a third baby, one of the points I thought about in great detail is “Could we go on a cruise as a family of five?” Whilst many people consider a bigger house or a bigger car, I also wanted to know, “Can we have a…
When to book a family cruise for cheap deals & free child places
People often ask me how far in advance should they book a cruise to get the best price. And that’s a really great question because they answer depends on a lot of factors such as whether you’re travelling as a couple or a family, whether you’re tied to specific dates or not, and how much…
Do you have to pay for babies on cruises?
Babies can be expensive little things, can’t they? However, one of the upsides of travelling with a baby is that they get in pretty much everywhere for free. On holiday you wouldn’t expect to pay for a baby to stay in your hotel room, visit tourist attractions with you or eat bits of your plate…
The 4 best cruise ships for your first family cruise
Choosing a great cruise ship is one of the most important decisions you’ll make when it comes to booking your first cruise holiday. There are over 300 ships to choose from, with a variety of different cruise lines, each offering something different. In this post, I’ve picked out a selection of ships which first-timers may…