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Is it Better to Book a Cruise Directly or Through a Travel Agent?

June 3, 2026 Our Man On The Ground 0

One of the most common questions among first-time cruisers is whether it’s better to book directly with a cruise line or use a travel agent. Unlike flights and hotels, cruise pricing can be surprisingly complex, […]

Riviera Travel Officially Names MS Riviera Radiance

January 5, 2026 Our Man On The Ground 0

Award-winning river cruise and escorted tour specialist Riviera Travel celebrated the launch of its latest five-star cruise ship the MS Riviera Radiance, with its official naming ceremony at the end of November at a festive […]

Regent Seven Seas Cruises Unveils Skyview Regent Suite

June 15, 2025 Our Man On The Ground 0

Luxury cruise line Regent Seven Seas Cruises has revealed details of the top suite on its forthcoming ship Seven Seas Prestige. Described as the largest, all-inclusive, ultra luxury cruise suite in history, the £20,000 per […]

5 Myths About Cruises You Should Stop Believing

May 20, 2025 Our Man On The Ground 0

Are you planning a cruise but unsure after hearing some rumours? You’re not alone, many people have misconceptions about cruise vacations. Florida, with its sunny beaches and vibrant cities like St. Pete, is one of […]

French Lavender Season with Riverside Luxury Cruises

April 11, 2025 Our Man On The Ground 0

Early summer is the perfect time to visit the South of France if you want to enjoy the beautiful purple lavender fields. With this in mind, Riverside Luxury Cruises has put together some itineraries for […]

Windstar Cruises Star Legend under Tower Bridge

Windstar Cruises Announces Collaboration with The O2

February 23, 2025 Our Man On The Ground 0

Small cruise ship line Windstar Cruises has announced a new sponsorship deal with global entertainment company AEG (Anschutz Entertainment Group), which owns The O2. The partnership with the world’s busiest arena – which hosts more […]

Celebrity Announces Plans to Launch River Cruises

February 3, 2025 Our Man On The Ground 0

Ocean line Celebrity Cruises has revealed that it will be entering the river cruise market in 2027. The line, which is part of the Royal Caribbean Group, is launching Celebrity River Cruises with 10 new […]

Cunard Announces Makeover for Queen Elizabeth

December 9, 2024 Our Man On The Ground 0

Luxury cruise line Cunard has unveiled an extensive refurbishment of the 2,000-passenger Queen Elizabeth. The line describes the overhaul, which will be carried out ahead of the ship’s inaugural 2025 Caribbean programme and debut Alaska […]

Groundbreaking Thrills on MSC Cruises’ Largest-Ever Ship

November 19, 2024 Our Man On The Ground 0

The biggest cruise ship in the MSC Cruises’ fleet will offer the world’s first-ever over-sea swing plus a host of new features. The 22-deck, 6,762-passenger MSC World America – which follows on from MSC World […]

Cruising the Coast of Britain

August 31, 2024 Our Man On The Ground 0

So, there I was in Dover eager to join MS Borealis for a voyage around coastal Britain. No mega ship this, no climbing walls or razzle dazzle Vegas style shows, just a timelessly elegant vessel […]