So, you’re thinking about taking the plunge and booking your first cruise? Honestly, I couldn't be more excited for you! There is something truly magical about the moment you step onto a ship, cocktail in hand, knowing that you only have to unpack once while the world literally floats past your window. But I also know that looking at cruise brochures for the first time can feel a little like trying to read a map of the London Underground while wearing a blindfold. There are s

So, you’ve finally decided to swap your landlubber status for a life on the high seas! Welcome to the wonderful world of cruising. If you’re anything like the first-timers I chat with here at Sarah Williams at Hays Travel, you probably have a million questions. Which ship is right for me? Will I get seasick? And, perhaps most importantly: how do I get the best possible deal without sacrificing the luxury? Timing is everything in the travel world, but in the cruise industry, i

So, you’re thinking about taking the plunge and booking your very first cruise? Honestly, I couldn't be more excited for you! There is something truly magical about the moment you step onto a ship, cocktail in hand, watching the shore fade away as you head toward a new horizon. But I also know that for a first-timer, the world of cruising can feel a bit like learning a new language. Between "aft" and "forward," "inside cabins" and "royal suites," and the hundreds of ships out