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25 Apr 2023

10 Compelling Reasons to Book Your Cruise Through an Independent Cruise Booking Agent

Booking a cruise can be an overwhelming experience with so many options to choose from. That's where independent cruise booking agents come in handy. Whilst some may be tempted to book directly with a cruise operator, there are several reasons why using an independent travel agent can be more beneficial.

26 Jun 2018

‘Astonishing’ Premiere onboard Britannia

On a sunny Sunday in Southampton we made our way to Ocean Terminal to board P&O’s Britannia. We were invited to watch the premiere of ‘Astonishing’, a new show produced by BAFTA winning presenter and entertainer Stephen Mulhern and performer Jonny Wilkes. Let me say, astonishing is the one word that sums the show up.

11 Jun 2018

Norwegian Jade Ultimate Cruise Ship Review

When you think of Norwegian Cruise Line, you probably picture their gigantic new modern ships such as Norwegian Epic, Norwegian Getaway, or Norwegian Escape, packed with adventurous activities such as rope courses and waterslides. So why would you want to cruise on a much smaller, older vessel such as Norwegian Jade which doesn’t have these features?

06 Jun 2018

Fred Olsen Cruise Lines to ban plastic straws and eliminate single-use plastics

As part of its focus upon waste minimisation and recycling across its fleet, Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is to ban the use of plastic straws on its four ocean ships – Balmoral, Braemar, Boudicca and Black Watch.

04 Jun 2018

3 things we learned at CLIA Cruise Conference 2018

The annual CLIA Cruise Conference took place in Southampton at the end of May. The three day event is one of the largest conferences for members of the travel trade. It’s a chance to meet with cruise line representatives, find out more about the latest promotions, what makes each company unique, and learn all the latest travel trends and developments.

25 May 2018

P&O Cruises names new ship Iona

P&O Cruises has announced that the largest ship ever built for the UK cruise market will be named Iona. Launching in 2020, Iona will be designed for a new generation of cruising. The 180,000 ton ship will offer more choices of accommodation, more places to dine in style, more spaces to relax, more entertainment, and more freedom for the 5,200 guests onboard.

18 May 2018

Introducing Vasco da Gama

Cruise & Maritime Voyages has an exciting brand new addition joining the fleet in 2019. Let us introduce you to Vasco da Gama…