Which ports of call are walkable to on Silversea cruises in the Caribbean? There are numerous ports in the Caribbean where major towns and attractions can be reached on foot, when you sail with Silversea. St Barts itself is a small island, only 8 square miles, so all parts of the island are easily reachable […]
Best value excursions in the Western Mediterranean?
We’re cruising on a western Mediterranean itinerary. Which excursions offer the best value for money? This completely depends on the destinations you’re visiting and the cruise line that you are sailing with. However generally the best value you’ll find is in city tours, since you’ll see the most fascinating attractions in each place you visit […]
Where do small cruise ships dock in Monte Carlo?
Where do small cruise ships dock in Monte Carlo? Can you explore the town on foot? What are the best places to visit? Monte Carlo is one of five sectors within Monaco and smaller cruise ships dock right in its famous harbour, which in itself is one of the must-sees when visiting the town. Monte […]
Where are the best places to visit whilst in Barcelona?
Where are the best places to visit whilst in Barcelona? Probably the most famous attraction in Barcelona is La Sagrada Familia, the unfinished Gaudi church with truly stunning design. Las Ramblas is the lively shopping district that everyone enjoys, featuring various stalls and street performers to keep you intrigued. Art lovers will always enjoy the […]
What are the best organised tours through Italy?
What are the best organised tours through Italy, specifically around Provence and Corsica? Provence is a region in France, and Corsica is a French island. Individual tours depends on the cruise line, so it’s hard to say which are the best, but there are a great many cruises that include calls at Marseille and Toulon, […]
SeaDream’s Exclusive Papua New Guinea Expedition
SeaDream Yacht Club is bringing its own brand of ocean-bound luxury to Papua New Guinea next year, with an exclusive 2014 voyage which will set sail from the Australian port of Cairns, in Queensland in on February 1 and arrive in Bali 14 days later. One of the world’s most exotic and hard to reach […]
Is the Caribbean really busy in October? What’s the best time of year to visit?
The Caribbean is a popular destination at all times of the year, but October isn’t the busiest month so it’s not something to be concerned about. The high season is generally around the same time as school holidays and more over the winter, meaning September to December is a good time to visit. However October […]
What’s the best beach in Mykonos that you can reach from the port?
There are many beaches on the island of Mykonos and most, if not all, are easily accessible from the port as it doesn’t take long to drive across the island. It depends what you’re looking for as to which is the best beach. Some are more suited to families, such as Platys Gialos on the […]
Which luxury cruises visit Cuba?
No luxury cruise lines have planned itineraries that visit Cuba for the next two years. It’s not a common port among cruise ships. If you desperately want to visit the island, you’ll need to opt for a mainstream cruise line such as Thomson Cruises or Fred Olsen Cruise Line. You can find more details on […]
On Silversea Whisper, do you need a visa to visit Jordan?
I’m cruising from Athens to Dubai on Silversea Whisper. Do you need a visa to visit Jordan? You don’t need to get a visa for entry to Jordan from a cruise ship, your passport will allow you entry into the country so you just need to show this as your disembark and re-embark on the […]