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5 Reasons Why Holidays Are Good for Your Health

Summer is still with us, we all know that the Great British Weather can be a tad unpredictable. If you’ve been considering a holiday but are not sure you can afford it this year, I’m give you some perfectly good reasons why you NEED a holiday for health reasons, of course.

Cruise Nation Team4 min read
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Tips on How to Stay Safe on Your Cruise

After a British tourist fell overboard a cruise ship in the Adriatic this week, there has been a lot of talk about safety on board cruise ships. Despite all the speculation over whether she fell overboard or jumped, she was really lucky to survive this ordeal.

Cruise Nation Team5 min read
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What Entertainment Is There On board A Cruise?

On a cruise ship, entertainment is always guaranteed. Whether it’s for the kids, strictly adults-only or something the whole family can enjoy, there’s always going to be plenty of options to keep everyone happy. On the biggest ones, it’s part and parcel of any cruise line’s offering, up there with lively swimming areas and incredible…

Cruise Nation Team9 min read
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Why Repositional Cruises Are a Great Investment

Although Summer Cruises are all the rage, Spring and Autumn cruises are becoming more popular every year. One reason is that the price is much lower while the weather is still OK, but the biggest reason is that this is the time of year for repositional cruises.

Cruise Nation Team3 min read
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Fake holiday sickness claims threaten to increase the cost of holidays by 15%.

‘Fake Sickness’ claims have been an issue in the travel industry for some time, but the number of these types of claims has spiraled in recent years bringing big repercussions to not only the industry but also to UK passengers. It has been reported that the Spanish Hotel industry alone, has suffered losses of over…

Cruise Nation Team3 min read
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What Makes a Great Cruise Deal?

Find out how to spot a great cruise deal with these 7 tips. If you’re new to cruise holidays, it can be a little confusing at first. Different cruise lines vary their terminology slightly and things like your grade of room or your onboard package can become unclear. Being unsure about these things can really…

Cruise Nation Team6 min read
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10 Animals You Can Spot from a Cruise Ship

Grab your binoculars, because we’re about to spot some wildlife! Travelling the world by sea has some pretty great perks, and one of them is the wildlife spotting opportunities. With over 230,000 known species of plant and animal life in the worlds oceans, chances are good that you’re going to spot something along your cruise…

Cruise Nation Team6 min read
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10 of the Best Travel Photographers to Follow on Instagram

Looking for a little travel inspiration? From sunsets with #NoFilter to blissful beaches, these #Travelgrams are sure to fill you with wanderlust. Sometimes, no matter how hard we try, we can never perfectly capture the beauty of the panoramic vista which stretches out before us. Thankfully, whilst we’re still wondering if we need the flash…

Cruise Nation Team4 min read
Cruise Holiday Tips

Cruise Holiday Myths Debunked

Thought you knew what cruise holidays are all about? Prepare to think again! Many of the cruise myths and misconceptions out there are deterring people from experiencing a holiday of a life time. In reality, cruises are very exciting and are packed with activities. Here is a list of the most common cruise myths…

Cruise Nation Team4 min read
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Cruise Ship Jargon Buster

Make sense of cruise ship terminology with our jargon buster… When planning a cruise holiday, you may come across a range of words and terms which you don’t understand. Here is a comprehensive jargon buster to get you up to date the next time you board a cruise ship: Aboard If you are aboard,…

Cruise Nation Team2 min read

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