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Oceania Cruises has confirmed a big policy change for future bookings: it’s moving to an adults-only model, meaning guests must be 18 or over for new reservations. We’ve pulled together what’s changing, what happens if you’ve already booked, and what it means for anyone who normally cruises with family. What’s changing New reservations will be 18+ only From 7 January 2026, Oceania will only accept new bookings where everyone in the cabin is 18 or older. This is a cruise-line-

Cunard has launched a new way to pre-book your onboard essentials in one go, with the Cunard Signature Packages. Instead of buying drinks, Wi-Fi and a bit of extra dining spend separately (and usually at onboard prices), you can bundle them at the time you book and save up to around 30% compared to buying Wi-Fi and the drinks collection onboard.  These packages go live for booking from 18 December 2025 and apply to new bookings on voyages sailing from March 2026.  What ar

Planning a cruise as a family of five can be a bit of a juggling act, but P&O Cruises has just made things much easier. Three of their most popular ships now offer five-berth cabins, and two of their smaller ships will welcome children on selected holidays. It all adds up to more choice, more flexibility and more chances to book the perfect family break. Here’s everything you need to know. Five-Berth Cabins: Families of Five Can Now Share One Space If you’ve ever had to split

From late October 2025, P&O Cruises will be introducing new pricing for their drinks packages. The good news is that the contents of each package aren’t changing – only the prices. Here’s what you need to know. New Drinks Package Prices The updated daily rates will vary slightly depending on the length of your cruise. Those sailing for 15 nights or longer will pay slightly less per day compared to shorter sailings. Package 5–14 Nights (On Board) 15+ Nights (On Board) Pre-Crui

If you’re gearing up for a voyage with Virgin Voyages, here’s something you’ll want to know before you sail. The cruise line has recently introduced a redesigned, fully updated app - and if you still have the old one, it’s time to make the switch. In this blog we’ll walk you through what’s changed, how to use the new version effectively, and why it matters for your next cruise. What’s changed with the Virgin Voyages app The “Original Sailor App” is being retired Virgin Voyage

From 12 October 2025, the EU started phasing in the Entry/Exit System (EES) across its external borders. It replaces manual passport stamps with a digital record and biometric checks for non-EU visitors, including Brits. Full rollout is due by 10 April 2026. In plain English: on your first post-launch entry to the Schengen Area you’ll have your passport scanned, fingerprints taken and a photo captured. After that, future trips should be quicker. For cruisers, what actually h

Big news just dropped: MSC Cruises ha s officially launched sales for its second Alaska season, opening up a fresh way to explore the...

Big news for P&O Cruises fans – holidays for all generations just got even better. From December 2026, two of the line’s most elegant...

MSC Cruises has confirmed that its world cruise in 2027 will feature Yacht Club amenities for the first time by retrofitting MSC...

Cunard has announced a significant update to Queen Elizabeth’s deployment plans. After a full review, the line has taken the difficult...

Sometimes cruise itineraries need to be adjusted, and unfortunately that does mean changes for a couple of upcoming P&O Cruises sailings....

Virgin Voyages has just made one of the biggest updates to its pricing since launch, introducing VoyageFair Choices – a new way to book...

We know this isn’t the kind of update anyone wants to see, especially if you were already dreaming of crisp autumn days sailing to Spain...

P&O Cruises has introduced a new way for families to plan their cruise holidays - and it’s already getting people talking. From July...

If you’re a music lover setting sail with Cunard , there’s a new reason to get excited – and it’s one for the playlist. This autumn,...

Marella Cruises launches Piccadilly’s – a new all-inclusive gastropub restaurant serving British classics with a twist across the fleet from June 2025. Cruise Escapes – Helping you cruise smarter.

If you’ve got a cruise booked with P&O and recently heard about cancellations, you’re not alone. A few upcoming sailings have been...

We’ve just heard something paw-sitively exciting – and we couldn’t wait to share it… P&O Cruises is trialling a brand-new programme that lets you bring your dog on board! Yep – you, your suitcase, and your furry best mate… all heading to sea together. Called “Paws on Deck”, this new initiative will be rolling out on select cruises from Spring 2026. The idea? To make cruise holidays more inclusive for four-legged travellers who love the sound of the sea and the feel of the win

Thinking of cruising around Scotland soon? Well, you might want to know about a potential new charge that could be coming into play - a...

Exciting news! Ambassador Cruise Line has announced its very first Caribbean fly-cruise programme, offering a fantastic way to escape the...

Discover Virgin Voyages’ new Marvelous Voyages series, featuring the exclusive 2026 Eclipse Voyages.

Oceania Cruises, renowned as the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, is offering an enticing array of new 2025...