Reviews

Reviews

Scarlet Lady Review: The Honest Take

An honest review of Scarlet Lady - what it gets right, what it gets wrong, who it suits, and whether it is worth the money.

Mar 2026 · 10 min read

Patrick in black tie aboard Queen Mary 2 during a Gala Evening on a Transatlantic crossing

Reviews

Queen Mary 2 Review: The Honest Take

An honest review of Queen Mary 2 - what it gets right, what it gets wrong, who it suits, and whether it is worth the money.

Mar 2026 · 10 min read

Grand Princess: Ship Overview for 2026

Overview of Princess Cruises' Grand Princess covering cabins, dining, entertainment, and who this classic mid-size ship is best for.

Scarlet Lady by Virgin Voyages: Ship Overview for 2026

Complete overview of Virgin Voyages' Scarlet Lady covering cabins, dining, entertainment, and what to expect from this adults-only cruise ship.

Norwegian Epic: Ship Overview for 2026

Norwegian Epic has been sailing since 2010 and remains one of the most distinctive ships in the Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) fleet. With space for more than 4,000 passengers, its freestyle dining, entertainment-heavy approach, and unusual cabin layouts make it memorable.

Norwegian Star: Ship Overview for 2026

Overview of Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Star covering cabins, dining, entertainment, and a North Sea itinerary review.

Margaritaville at Sea Paradise vs Islander: Which Ship Should You Choose?

A detailed comparison of Margaritaville at Sea's two ships - Paradise and Islander - covering cabins, dining, routes, pricing and entertainment.

Jun 2025 · 11 min read

Margaritaville at Sea Paradise Review: Is This 2-Day Cruise Worth It?

An honest review of Margaritaville at Sea Paradise covering embarkation, cabins, food, drinks, entertainment, and Grand Bahama for first-time cruisers.

Jun 2025 · 11 min read

Tips

What to Expect from Turndown Service on Queen Mary 2

Cunard's Queen Mary 2 features nightly turndown service across all cabin classes, delivering a refined British hospitality experience.

May 2025 · 3 min read

Pink Agave Menu -- A Taste of Mexico at Sea on Virgin Voyages

Pink Agave represents Virgin Voyages' departure from conventional cruise dining, offering an upscale Mexican restaurant experience across their fleet.

Dec 2024 · 3 min read

Lucky Lotus -- New Chinese Restaurant on Scarlet Lady (Virgin Voyages)

Virgin Voyages has unveiled Lucky Lotus by Razzle Dazzle, a Chinese-inspired dining venue aboard the Scarlet Lady. The restaurant launched in November 2024, following the ship's emergence from dry dock.

Dec 2024 · 3 min read

The Pizza Place on Virgin Voyages: A Slice at Sea

The Pizza Place represents Virgin Voyages' most relaxed dining venue, featuring made-to-order personal-sized pizzas available throughout the day and into the night.

Dec 2024 · 3 min read

Scarlet Lady Update after Dry Dock

First-hand look at Scarlet Lady's post-dry dock upgrades including Grounds Club Too, Lucky Lotus restaurant, and Rockstar Cabanas.

Dec 2024 · 2 min read

Guide to Brilliance of the Seas for First-Timers: What to expect on Royal Caribbean

A comprehensive first-timer's guide to Royal Caribbean's Brilliance of the Seas covering cabins, dining, entertainment, and booking tips.

Aug 2024 · 7 min read

Cabin guide

Brilliance of the Seas Ocean View Room Full Tour (Royal Caribbean)

A full tour and honest review of the Ocean View stateroom on Royal Caribbean's Brilliance of the Seas, with photos, pros and cons.

Aug 2024 · 5 min read

Sugar-Free Food on Princess Cruises

There is notable demand for sugar-free dining on cruises. Many passengers require it for medical reasons like diabetes management, while others choose it for weight management purposes.

Oct 2023 · 2 min read