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Staying fit on a cruise
Most cruise ships have fitness centres that are free to use. Although some of the biggest workout fanatics will spend time there daily, most people looking for a sweat session hit the gym on sea days. Go at peak dining times if you'd like to avoid the crowds.
You'll often find a wide range of cardio machines, including treadmills, ellipticals, stationary bikes and rowers, as well as weight training machines (cable machines and a leg press) and free weights. You might also find high-intensity interval training equipment like kettlebells and medicine balls, plus some yoga mats, bands and foam rollers for stretching out those muscles.
Embarkation day - what to expect
Our number one tip to all customers is to arrive in your departure city the day before embarkation, especially if you don’t live near the port. While you may not need to board until midday or later, you could potentially land up missing embarkation if you experience any delays in your travels, whther that’s from delayed or cancelled flights or even just traffic on the motorway. Unfortunately, the ship won’t wait for you if you’re running late.
Introducing Brilliant Lady to Virgin Voyages
Set to hit the high seas in September 2025, Brilliant Lady is the highly anticipated fourth and final vessel in the Virgin Voyages Lady Fleet. She’s not just a ship but a chance to see the world in a whole new way.
Perhaps the most exciting part of Brilliant Lady’s launch is the opportunity to explore new horizons. With its adapted frame, the ship is designed to navigate new landscapes like the glaciers of Alaska and the vibrant waters of the Panama Canal.
Beginners guide to picking a cruise line
There are dozens of cruise lines, and no two are alike. Some only operate big ships. Some operate small ships. Some sail only in North America. Others sail all over the world. Some offer ships designed for family fun. Others don't even allow children on board.
Ultimate cruise pack list: packing for your first cruise
What you need is a cruise packing list that accounts for cruise line dress codes for daywear and evening wear, the various activities you'll do on board and in port, the gear you need for travel and to enhance your cruise cabin, and the necessities you need for daily life and unexpected emergencies.
A cruise might be the best mothers day present ever
It turns out I’m not alone. According to Leisure Group Travel, 40% of all active leisure travelers have taken at least one multigenerational trip over the last year. I’m here to share why a cruise is the best way to travel as a mother-daughter duo.
12 ways couples waste $$$ on their first cruise
One strategy that many savvy cruisers follow when booking spa treatments is to wait for the treatments to go on sale. This often happens when a vessel is in port. Cruise ship spas have a harder time getting customers on port days, as many passengers are out touring, so they often drop prices to boost demand.
Choosing the right cruise line isn’t easy
As you journey from mass-market to ultra-luxury, you'll notice a graduated increase in prices reflecting the enhanced amenities, personalised service, and indulgent experiences offered. By understanding these categories, you can better chart a course for the cruise experience that best suits your expectations and budget.
Tips & Tricks that will make your first cruise go smoothly
If you only follow one piece of advice in this story, it should be this one. It is the only way to ensure you won't miss your ship — something that happens to cruisers more often than you would think.
Many cruises depart in the afternoon, so it might seem just fine to fly or drive to a port on the morning of departure. But all it takes is a moderate flight delay or a pile-up on the highway to upset those plans. If you're delayed in your arrival at the port, the ship will not wait for you.
Why a river cruise makes a perfect first ever voyage
That's why the smaller, slower pace of a river cruise is a great option for embarking on your first-ever voyage. “It is more intimate, great for people prone to motion sickness, and they are all inclusive,” says Judith Wolf, a travel consultant and cruise expert at Frosch. “The profile of a river cruiser is usually an upscale, sophisticated traveler. They are interested in the countries they are visiting, and their history.”
Gay charter cruises vs mainstream cruises for LQBTQIA travellers
Choosing between a mainstream cruise or an all-gay cruise may seem like a simple choice, but there are actually significant differences between these two options. Making the wrong selection could easily result in a less-than-fabulous experience. As with any cruise vacation, LGBTQIA travellers need to pick the type of sailing that best suits their personalities and interests.
11 best first time cruise lines for every budget
Looking for a romantic getaway? Wanting to treat the kids to a cruise vacation? Or maybe you want the best cruise lines for adults only. What are the best cruise lines for those desires-- and others?
How to choose a cruise ship cabin: All you need to know
Where is the best room on a cruise ship for you? The size, view, location, amenities and price are all factors in helping you choose. In addition to knowing your cabin options, you need to know yourself: Do you tend to get seasick? Do you prefer to nest peaceably in your cruise ship balcony room rather than hanging with the crowd around the pool area?
Is cruising right for you? Answer these 7 questions
It took Paul about 5 years to get me on my first cruise. I keep saying “they’re just for old people”. I laid down 3 criteria for him to satisfy before I’d get on a ship.
#1 I didn't want to have to sit at a table of strangers and have dinner each night;
#2 I didn’t want to be presented with a bill for all the drinks at the end of the cruise;
#3 I wanted to go with some friends.
He indeed did satisfy the conditions I placed. Fast forward 1 hour after we boarded Seabourn’s Odyssey back in 2014 and I was heard to be squealing “where are we going on our next cruise!” at the top of my lungs!
7 reasons to splurge on a suite for your next cruise
Here’s bunch of reasons to splurge a suite for your next cruise. The perks often include lots of complimentary things for which you'd normally pay extra on a ship, such as Wi-Fi access and dinners in restaurants that you pay extra for if you choose to go.
Add it all up, and — for some cruisers, at least — a pricier suite on a cruise ship can turn out to be the best value of any cabin on board. Here are seven things you'll typically get with a cruise ship suite that might make you want to book one instead of a standard cabin.
All you need to know about Celebrity Cruises cabins and suites
Celebrity's selection of basic cabins is fairly standard. However, when it comes to suites, passengers have a decent number of choices, and even the smallest and least expensive options offer coveted amenities and access to dedicated spaces.
Although there are suite types that span the entire fleet, the line likes to create experiences that are exclusive to some of its newest classes and ships.
Celebrity is one of the best big-ship cruise brands when it comes to everything from service and extras to in-cabin storage space, decor and even furniture layout. Overall, the line offers an upscale ambiance with a lot of value for your money, starting with inside cabins and running right up through accommodations at the suite level.
Top 5 tips: How to get great Caribbean deals
#1 - Look at itinerary lengths outside the normal 3, 7 and 10 night cruises as they are the most popular. All other lengths might offer potentially good deals.
#2 - Consider causing on older ships. Since they lack the amenities and the hype of the newer ships and they tend to be deployed on shorter or less popular routes, they are much more affordable than newer ships. Service is still good though and you’re still having an excellent cruise.
#3 - Subscribe to email alerts with the cruise lines you are most likely to cruise with and sign up to 101cruise.com.au newsletter to get the best deals sent right to your inbox.
Celebrity X cruise ships explained
The line's three new Edge Class ships are widely heralded as three of the most innovative cruise ships at sea. They offer such groundbreaking features as cabins with glass walls facing the sea that open at the top to create a balcony-like feel and "Magic Carpet" platforms on their exteriors that move up and down for a variety of uses.
The Edge Class ships are just the latest vessels at the line to break ground when it comes to innovation.
The line's somewhat older Solstice Class ships also offer a number of features that were groundbreaking in their time and — in many cases — remain rare and alluring more than a decade after they first debuted.
10 Reasons To Go Cruising
Did you know that Australia is currently recognised as one of the leading cruise markets in the world? Here’s all the reasons why you should look at cruising with 101cruise.com.au