I Test Out If Viking Cruises Lives Up To All The Hype (podcast)
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I review Viking Ocean Cruises and put the cruise line to the test to see what they offer, what they do different to other cruise lines - and to find out of Viking Ocean Cruise Lines are as good as their loyal fans say they are. I look at everything from the line, ships, facilities, cabins, service, and dining
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I Put Post-Covid Cruising To The ULTIMATE Test ! (podcast)
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Can a Post-Covid Shutdown cruise be fun, or are you paying for a much reduced cruising experience and should you wait until things are fully back to normal? I have been on my first cruise (on Viking Venus) since the cruise shutdown and I test out against the 7things that make a cruise fun, enjoyable and relaxing if a post-covid cruise meets them. This is what I found out.
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Cruise Solo Without Paying For Two! How Do I Do It? (podcast)
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Solo Cruising can be costly, as you often have to pay the same as two people. I explore how I cruise solo without paying too much. My solo cruise tips and tricks to cruise without breaking the bank.
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How To Meet The Most Interesting People On A Cruise (podcast)
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Who is the most interesting person I have met on a cruise ship? A Celebrity? One of the crew? The captain? Or someone else?
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When Things Go Wrong On A Cruise, How To Get What You Want (podcast)
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What is my secret to having problems or issues on a cruise solved successfully? Going to the Front Desk / Guest Relations does not usually get my cruising problem solved, and I discovered (through a combination of by chance and desperation) THE best and most successful way to get cruise issues solved. Discover how you can use this too
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5 Things That Make NO Sense On Cruise Ships (Podcast)
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Discover why some things seem to make no sense on a cruise ship, and the reason on why it has been done that way. I look at things I have seen on cruise ships that seem a bit off, and share what I found out about why things that don't seem to make sense on a ship do, when you know why.
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What Are The Greatest Cruises in The World? (Podcast)
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What Are The Greatest Cruises in The World? Find out in this episode of Tips For Travellers....
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6 Cruise Extras Worth Paying For (Podcast)
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What cruise extras and add-ons should you pay for, and which should you avoid? I look at the many cruising extras on offer that are not included in your fare, and which are worth paying and splashing out on, and which you should not - and why
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7 Easily-Made Cruise Mistakes That Will Cost You BIG! (Podcast)
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7 Cruise Mistakes That Will Cost You Dearly if you are not careful. I discuss 7 easy-to-make and common cruising errors that cruise passengers make that ends up costing them money that could be spent on better and more enjoyable things. Many of these cruising slip-ups I learnt the hard way. Learn how to save money on your next cruise
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6 Cruises To Now Steer Clear Of (Podcast)
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6 cruises to avoid and steer clear of, when you next go on a cruise again. Don't waste your money on these 6 cruises I am going to warn you about. When choosing a cruise to go on, you need to pick one where you will have the greatest chance of having an incredible experience, for all the right reasons.
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As I sailed around the Mediterranean on the 450-passenger ship, I interviewed some of the key crew members to get a behind-the-scenes look at what makes Seabourn different, the experience and to find out more about what passengers should expect if they travel with them. I also asked for tips to help guests get the most out of cruising with them.
In the episode you will hear from:
- Karl Eckel , Hotel Director, and Colleen Ellis, Guest Services Manager, talk about the Seabourn experience, type of people the line is suited for and their tips for first time Seabourn travellers.
- Marc Thompson, the Cruise Sales Specialist on board, about the Seabourn fleet, destinations and tips on choosing the right cruise.
- Jasmin Katterle, Destinations Manager, about the types of excursions, their alliance with UNESCO and tips on how to ensure you get the most out of every port.
- Jan Stearman, the Cruise Director, about the type of entertainment, how they cater for solo and family traveller and tips on getting the most your of time on board.