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Our Man On The Ground Travel Q & A With Crystal Cruises’ Helen Beck

July 8, 2020 Our Man On The Ground 0

A new ship and far-flung destinations are among the exciting things on the horizon when Crystal Cruises’ resumes sailing – and in the meantime prospective passengers can whet their appetites with a virtual cruise programme. […]

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We’ll Sail Again

May 6, 2020 Our Man On The Ground 0

Surveys reveal strong interest in taking a cruise after lockdown As the UK starts to look at life beyond lockdown and travellers dream of their next holiday, two surveys show people are keen to get […]

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Why We Love To Cruise

May 1, 2020 Our Man On The Ground 0

Twelve travel journalists have produced a video to share their passion for cruising and Our Man On The Ground’s cruise correspondent explains the story behind it Travel is one of the worst hit sectors of […]

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Andalusia By Sea

March 18, 2020 Our Man On The Ground 0

I could tell the Editor wasn’t in the best of moods. Stooped over some new copy with his sleeves rolled up, I knew not to disturb him. The old fox sensed my presence and took […]

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Discovering The Mighty Mississippi With American Cruise Lines

March 10, 2020 Our Man On The Ground 0

An atmospheric Mississippi paddlewheeler is a wonderful way to sail along ‘Ol Man River “I’m a storyteller not a historian,” explains Jim Williams as we settle down to listen to the first of his talks. […]

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Sir Richard Branson Launches First Ship In Dover

February 25, 2020 Our Man On The Ground 0

Scarlet Lady set to shake up the cruise world with floating boutique hotel experience Virgin Group founder Richard Branson has expanded his travel empire with the launch of his first cruise ship, the 2,770-passenger Scarlet […]

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Virgin Voyages Scarlet Lady

February 24, 2020 Our Man On The Ground 0

I couldn’t help thinking of the phrase ‘hello sailor’ as I boarded Virgin Voyages’ first cruise ship Scarlet Lady and was greeted by an over-the-top drag artist. The ship certainly breaks the mould and it […]

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Cruise With Comfort – How To Choose Cruise Travel Insurance

January 30, 2020 Our Man On The Ground 0

There is nothing like a relaxing cruise trip to take your mind off of everyday worries and stresses. Seeing exotic locales around the world while basking in the luxurious comfort of a cruise liner is […]

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Getting Into The Spirit Of Things On Saga’s All-New Cruise Ship Spirit Of Discovery

January 6, 2020 Our Man On The Ground 0

Swans, spud pies and sparkling spa treatments are all part of a voyage of discovery There’s a first time for everything and, as I settled down on a crunching bed of warm amber and quartz […]

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Norway And The Arctic Circle With Fred. Olsen

November 6, 2019 Our Man On The Ground 0

“Head for the high seas” the editor barked at me, “I want something unusual and not just sun and waves”. Such was his mood that day I didn’t have the heart to tell him I […]