First ever cruise: My stateroom

One of my initial concerns of going on a cruise was the type accommodation on a ship given my fear of water. I need not have been concerned. The cruise line offered a variety of cabin options for passengers to Read more…


First ever cruise: My on board dining experience

I am a foodie and I had looked forward to enjoying delicious and quality meals on board the ship. I must say that I was not disappointed. The meals I had were excellent except for one, which I will tell Read more…


First ever cruise: British Isles

The cruise line that I sailed round the British Isles was one of  few cruise lines which offered an itinerary to explore several places around  the British Isles on a 12 day cruise. The itinerary was exactly what I wanted and Read more…


First ever cruise: The Medallion Class

I loved the Medallion Class on the  Cruise ship that I sailed on around the British Isles. The Medallion Class is one of  cruise line’s unique selling points and it offers a whole range of benefits to give you a Read more…


First ever cruise: Embarkment & dis-embarkment

Getting to Southampton was easy and straightforward for me. I took a train from London Waterloo station directly to Southampton Central station. I bought an advance open return ticket for £15 ($18).  And I took a taxi from the station Read more…


British Isles Cruise: Belfast

I had a wonderful day in Belfast with my son-in-law’s father, Bert and his partner, Jane, who kindly offered to be my tour guides. I had visited Belfast before and I had been taken round a few places including  the Read more…