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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago

Hi everyone

I went on a cruise in 2019 itallan mederatronan it was called we went to 4 places in italy nice in France and cadiz in Spain had great time

Has any of yous been on a cruise ship or a ferry I been on 3 ferries

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By *ichaelangelaCouple
over a year ago

notts

TBH mate, we went on a cruise, both hated every second of it, some like it, some don't, afraid we didn't, couldn't wait to get off the boat lol

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Love cruises. Also surprised how many people play on board too!

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"TBH mate, we went on a cruise, both hated every second of it, some like it, some don't, afraid we didn't, couldn't wait to get off the boat lol"
what made you both hated it

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Been on Yorkshire Belle at Br idlinton..

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By *wisted999Man
over a year ago

North Bucks

Used to live near Cadiz. Lovely part of the world.

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Used to live near Cadiz. Lovely part of the world. "
its nice

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By *ed VoluptaWoman
over a year ago

Wirral.


"Hi everyone

I went on a cruise in 2019 itallan mederatronan it was called we went to 4 places in italy nice in France and cadiz in Spain had great time

Has any of yous been on a cruise ship or a ferry I been on 3 ferries"

Hi Derek, hope you enjoyed it?

I never have been on a cruise as I'm worried I'd get sea sick. But it would be lovely to visit a few countries in the one holiday x

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By *offiaCoolWoman
over a year ago

Kidsgrove


"Hi everyone

I went on a cruise in 2019 itallan mederatronan it was called we went to 4 places in italy nice in France and cadiz in Spain had great time

Has any of yous been on a cruise ship or a ferry I been on 3 ferries

Hi Derek, hope you enjoyed it?

I never have been on a cruise as I'm worried I'd get sea sick. But it would be lovely to visit a few countries in the one holiday x"

Loads of travel sickness products available

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By *erces LetiferMan
over a year ago

Somewhere off the edge of the map... 'ere there be monsters

Been on two cruise holidays. First was a Nile cruise in 2010, where we did hot balloon ride over the Valley of the Kings, lots of temple tours and scuba diving in the Red Sea.

Second was a Norway fjords and Iceland in 2019, where we saw some of the most beautiful places I've ever seen, and enjoyed a fair few all-inclusive cocktails on that one!

Both really fab holidays. If and when things get back to normal a cruise holiday is deffinitely worth it for those who've yet to try it.

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Been on two cruise holidays. First was a Nile cruise in 2010, where we did hot balloon ride over the Valley of the Kings, lots of temple tours and scuba diving in the Red Sea.

Second was a Norway fjords and Iceland in 2019, where we saw some of the most beautiful places I've ever seen, and enjoyed a fair few all-inclusive cocktails on that one!

Both really fab holidays. If and when things get back to normal a cruise holiday is deffinitely worth it for those who've yet to try it."
hope you werent on the viking sky ship when you went to norway

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By *ichaelangelaCouple
over a year ago

notts


"TBH mate, we went on a cruise, both hated every second of it, some like it, some don't, afraid we didn't, couldn't wait to get off the boat lol what made you both hated it"

The feeling of being trapped (on board). The dressing up to eat. Being captive and overcharged for everything. Being forced to tip

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By *orthern StarsCouple
over a year ago

Durham

We haven't been cruising but would love to do the Norway fjords and Iceland, and Canada/Alaska.

We wikll travel further afield once our children have grown up.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I have been on a weeks Mediterranean cruise many years ago. It was a lovely holiday.

I liked the fact of getting a taste of numerous destinations in 1 holiday.

Now what I would love to do is to go on a swingers cruise. I couldn't think of a more enjoyable holiday!

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By *ermite12ukMan
over a year ago

Solihull and Brentwood


"TBH mate, we went on a cruise, both hated every second of it, some like it, some don't, afraid we didn't, couldn't wait to get off the boat lol what made you both hated it

The feeling of being trapped (on board). The dressing up to eat. Being captive and overcharged for everything. Being forced to tip "

I'm with you on that. To the extent Royal Carribean scanned your luggage every time arriving back on board and confiscated any booze you'd bought. So forced to buy theirs at silly prices. (£30 cheapest bottle of wine at dinner. That was 10 years ago now.)

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By *ichaelangelaCouple
over a year ago

notts


"TBH mate, we went on a cruise, both hated every second of it, some like it, some don't, afraid we didn't, couldn't wait to get off the boat lol what made you both hated it

The feeling of being trapped (on board). The dressing up to eat. Being captive and overcharged for everything. Being forced to tip

I'm with you on that. To the extent Royal Carribean scanned your luggage every time arriving back on board and confiscated any booze you'd bought. So forced to buy theirs at silly prices. (£30 cheapest bottle of wine at dinner. That was 10 years ago now.)"

Same company same problems from us. Not only scanned but bags searched when boarding too. And they keep very quiet about being able to opt out of compulsory tipping. Think it was $2 on every drink

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By *konCouple
over a year ago

cardiff

“ will never happen again “ ?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Hi everyone

I went on a cruise in 2019 itallan mederatronan it was called we went to 4 places in italy nice in France and cadiz in Spain had great time

Has any of yous been on a cruise ship or a ferry I been on 3 ferries

Hi Derek, hope you enjoyed it?

I never have been on a cruise as I'm worried I'd get sea sick. But it would be lovely to visit a few countries in the one holiday x"

Most of the time you don't even realise your on a ship. Try a weeks short cruise first and when your port hopping you tend to be asleep or fucking when the ship is back at sea

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By *allySlinkyWoman
over a year ago

Leeds

I love cruising. It is perfect for solo travellers. Easy to make conversation with others if you want. Lots of entertainment and day trips. On most cruises you can pre-pay for an all inclusive drinks package and there is a bistro where you can eat in the evenings if you don't like dressing up for dinner in the restaurant.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Have been in 3 P&O Cruises around the Med. Love the black tie nights.

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By *uke olovingmanMan
over a year ago

Gravesend

I took my camper to Bilbao by ferry in 2019 ...the trip out was a bit rubbish as the boat was economy class full of truckers...the return trip was in a better ship more like a cruise liner with great activities for the kids and everyone else ... whale watching etc

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By *ightkitty4uWoman
over a year ago

Epsom

I’d love to go on a cruise holiday....

But the single supplements are insane.... if anyone knows how to get a single ticket let me know

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By *uke olovingmanMan
over a year ago

Gravesend


"I’d love to go on a cruise holiday....

But the single supplements are insane.... if anyone knows how to get a single ticket let me know "
I'd go halvsies on a cabin with you lol

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By *a LunaWoman
over a year ago

South Wales

When I was younger I went on a two week Fred Olsen cruise to the Norwegian Ffjords with my family. It was something my gramp had wanted to do as he had served in Norway (and other places) during WW2.

The Ffjords are stunning. Highly recommend it.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"When I was younger I went on a two week Fred Olsen cruise to the Norwegian Ffjords with my family. It was something my gramp had wanted to do as he had served in Norway (and other places) during WW2.

The Ffjords are stunning. Highly recommend it.

"

I did that one two years ago. Amazing

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I’d love to go on a cruise holiday....

But the single supplements are insane.... if anyone knows how to get a single ticket let me know "

Take a friend that's what I do.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Been on Yorkshire Belle at Br idlinton.."

Me too! Lol

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Hi everyone

I went on a cruise in 2019 itallan mederatronan it was called we went to 4 places in italy nice in France and cadiz in Spain had great time

Has any of yous been on a cruise ship or a ferry I been on 3 ferries"

We did a med cruise Sept 2019 on Britannia, had a brilliant time, couldn't find anyone to play with though

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By *ittle_brat_evie!!Woman
over a year ago

evesham

Was meant to go on my first one last November. Rebooked got Feb but now that's not happening either

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Love cruises. Also surprised how many people play on board too! "

I tried before and during our cruise with no luck

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By * and M lookingCouple
over a year ago

Worcester

It wouldn't be for us.

We prefer our own space tbh.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Have been in 3 P&O Cruises around the Med. Love the black tie nights. "
we loved it too

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I was in Royal Navy for 12 years! My sea days are now over, the thought of cruise ships doesnt really do it for me haha

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By *osco78Man
over a year ago

Sheffield

Done 2 one round the med and from New York to the Caribbean,really want to do another

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By *ovebjsMan
over a year ago

Bristol

If I was ever going to go on a cruise I would probably go for the full inclusive as having seen how they make more money out of you if you go the cheap way is astounding

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By *ools and the brainCouple
over a year ago

couple, us we him her.

Use the GOSPORT ferry occasionally 8 mins of amazement.

As for a cruise can't think of anything worse than being trapped on a boat with a load of middle class who think that they are the centre of the universe and get dressed up like a dog's dinner just to go for breakfast, and everyone usually ends up with the shits anyway!

Floating Petri dish full of retired builder's and policemen.

No thanks

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By *ondon-guy68Man
over a year ago

London

Did a tui all inclusive one two years ago around the med for a week to try something different and added 4 nights in a hotel at the end of it in case it was shite. Wasn’t too sure about it but it was actually very good, went to places I probably wouldn’t have gone to, Monaco being one (and was lucky enough to see an amazing firework display from the ship in the evening)

Mixed bunch of passengers from old to young and from all walks of life...yes you can dress up, or not it’s your choice. I chose not to but that didn’t hamper my experience of it.

Would I do it again...yes.

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By *ddballs 45Man
over a year ago

Hull

I used to have to use alot of overnight ferries in my last job. They was called mini cruise. Your be surprised how many played on board, we called them the love boats

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Did a tui all inclusive one two years ago around the med for a week to try something different and added 4 nights in a hotel at the end of it in case it was shite. Wasn’t too sure about it but it was actually very good, went to places I probably wouldn’t have gone to, Monaco being one (and was lucky enough to see an amazing firework display from the ship in the evening)

Mixed bunch of passengers from old to young and from all walks of life...yes you can dress up, or not it’s your choice. I chose not to but that didn’t hamper my experience of it.

Would I do it again...yes. "

Good boy

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Use the GOSPORT ferry occasionally 8 mins of amazement.

As for a cruise can't think of anything worse than being trapped on a boat with a load of middle class who think that they are the centre of the universe and get dressed up like a dog's dinner just to go for breakfast, and everyone usually ends up with the shits anyway!

Floating Petri dish full of retired builder's and policemen.

No thanks"

Wow, dont hold back! Lol

Luckily my experience was the exact opposite

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Been Dover to Calais on booze and fags cruises quite a lot in the past if that counts

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By *sGivesWoodWoman
over a year ago

ST. AUSTELL, CORNWALL

No but I would love to try a cruise.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I have a fear of deep water so cruises are out for me op, but my friends that have been on them have had an amazing time

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By *amie HantsWoman
over a year ago

Atlantis


"Been Dover to Calais on booze and fags cruises quite a lot in the past if that counts "

Same, and to Bilbao

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By *ools and the brainCouple
over a year ago

couple, us we him her.


"Use the GOSPORT ferry occasionally 8 mins of amazement.

As for a cruise can't think of anything worse than being trapped on a boat with a load of middle class who think that they are the centre of the universe and get dressed up like a dog's dinner just to go for breakfast, and everyone usually ends up with the shits anyway!

Floating Petri dish full of retired builder's and policemen.

No thanks

Wow, dont hold back! Lol

Luckily my experience was the exact opposite "
my comments very tongue in cheek but not the Petri dish remarks .

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Not for me

However, a trip round Europe by train would be great

Don't enjoy boat journeys

Don't enjoy coach travel

Train all the way

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Been on 3 cruises. First was a Mediterranean as tester for 10 days, then 14 days to the Caribbean and 14 days to Scandinavia. All quite a few years ago with Royal Caribbean. My experience was different to an earlier contributor. The price was with on board tips included plus an allowance for free drinks. The drinks package didn't include non mixed spirits i.e. things like whisky, gin,rum etc. No luggage got searched as far as I know. Ours certainly didnt.

As for on board play with others it was no go for me as I was with family, who I no longer have. And no, before the wags here say it, they didnt fall overboard or get shipwrecked! Lol

I'm looking to book another cruise this year but as already said as a singleton the cost is punishing.

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By *hangerMan
over a year ago

brighton

You will get from a cruise whatever you wish (within reason!) as long as you have done your research and booked on a cruise line that suits you.

An example would be if you don't want to dress up for dinner (for other meals more casual clothing is fine) then don't choose a "dressy" line like Cunard.

Look out for offers with additional onboard credit. Sometimes it is possible to get so much credit it gets difficult to spend it all!

If you want a family cruise with children, then choose a ship with plenty on board activities etc. aimed at children.

Read up on forums about the line(s) / ship(s) in which you are interested before booking.

By doing your research properly (tipping policy, sea day / port day ratio, etc.) you should end up having a great time on your chosen cruise!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Love cruises........ I have 2 booked this year and 2 next ...... fingers crossed as those I had booked last year both cancelled ..... great holidays

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By *ust RachelTV/TS
over a year ago

Horsham

I went on the QE2 a fee years ago, round trip from Southampton to the Med and back. It was nice being on such a luxurious ship.

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By *iamondCougarWoman
over a year ago

Norfuck! / Lincolnshire

I quite fancy one of those European river cruises

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By *haft61Man
over a year ago

somerset

Tips!!!

Reading through this forum and some people feel they are been ripped off with the tips.

It's simple, just go to the pursers desk and ask for the automatic gratuities to be removed , it's NOT compulsory, they say it's to take the worry out of tipping, however if you order drinks both alcohol and "special coffees on board and sign your "charge ticket" there is another line where you can add yet more tips!!

We remove automated tips on every cruise, I'm not meen, on my last day I give the cabin staff a couple of 20's for good service, and tge same in the restaurant.

Otherwise, 14 nights at £11 each person can be over £300 in tips!! Would you do it at home, NO.

I also grab a bottle of wine when I go ashore, sampling the local wines, take it on board open it in my cabin, have a glass before I go to dinner and take a glass down with me.

If you ask them to open the bottle, you got it, more money £20 "corkage charge"

A cheap bottle on board is £35/40 and go into the hundreds for a special reserve.

Hope these "tips" help you save 100's when on board....

Again I'm just addressing a few comments to help.

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By *haft61Man
over a year ago

somerset

Yes, research is key, there are cruises for everyone, our worst one was a 3 day to Gurnsey.

Booze cruise, stag do's, hen parties, 3 nights very cheap, our own fault....

Even on Cunard which I am a platinum member, you do not have to dress up to eat in the Buffet restaurant on the top decks on all 3 Queens.

In the Restaurant/bars/casinos on the lower decks there is a dress code.

See my message headded "tips"

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