Understanding the different board bases

5th April 2018

You’ve finally done it: you’ve made the decision to book the cruise trip that you’ve always dreamed of to the destination you’ve always wanted to visit. But it may not be as quick and easy a process as you first anticipated; in fact, there are a few decisions you need to make, with the major one being what board basis you’d like to book.

Choosing your board basis is a dilemma many cruisers struggle over, so we’re breaking down the different types of cruise packages so you can decide which board basis is the right one for you and your family.

Full Board

The majority of cruise lines offer full board meal packages …

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Cruise Destination of the Month: Panama Canal

9th March 2018

Separating North America from South America, the Panama Canal is one of the most impressive engineering feats in the world. Often dubbed the “Crossroads of the World”, the famed isthmus was transformed into a canal to allow easier passage, with the digging begun in 1880 by the French and completed by the US, opening for transit for the first time in August 1914.

For many, this is a trip to tick off the bucket list. In years gone by, cruisers would have had to take an 8000 mile journey to round the bottom of South America in order to reach the other side, but today, the 48 mile passing takes only …

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Get The Most Out Of Asia Within Budget

6th March 2018

Have you been curious about taking a trip to Asia but nervous about where to go and how much you’ll end up spending? For those travellers who enjoy holidays that have a bit of everything – exotic food and drink, bustling cities and inspiring landscapes – a cruise to Asia might be the ticket.

People tend to worry that far flung locations like Japan, China and Thailand will come with a high price tag to match the rich experiences they’re looking for. Fortunately, we can dispel that myth as not only can you find cruise packages to suit every budget, we’ve also put together a quick guide of how you can …

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Events you have to be at in 2018

2nd March 2018

A cruise holiday is an exciting trip in itself, but throw in organised events around the world and you’ve got a trip you’ll never forget. For many, these special events have become a tradition to visit every year, and making this part of a cruise will make it all the more fun.

At Cruise Deals, we offer a number of travel routes that combine the best of a cruise with these special events. Here a few you can’t miss in 2018:

FIFA Soccer World Cup 2018 – 14th June to 15th July

No football fan can miss out on the FIFA World Cup, watched worldwide on television by more viewers than even …

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Why You Should Book Your 2019 Cruise in Advance

16th February 2018

Did you know that most cruises open up their bookings up to 2 years in advance? You might not know what you’re doing even next week, but we highly recommend that if you’re wanting to take a cruise holiday in the near future, you start planning now. While there are often last minute deals on cruise holidays as they sell the last few remaining cabins, there are a number of things that you might miss out on by not booking up early.

Carnival Horizon

Here are a few reasons why you should definitely start thinking about booking a cruise for 2019 now:

Early booking discounts

The biggest advantage of booking your …

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Valentines Day

Our Top 3 Romantic Cruise Ideas

14th February 2018

It’s the season for all things romantic, as Valentine’s Day quickly approaches and wedding season begins. It’s all about showing your special someone that you care about them, and what could be better than giving them the gift of a lifetime – a romantic trip on board some of the world’s finest cruise ships, visiting dreamy and exotic destinations around the world.

Whether you’re planning to get down on one knee, organising the honeymoon of your dreams or you simply need some time away with the person you love, a cruise is the perfect way to show them you care. Here are our top romantic cruise routes around the world and …

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