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Travel advice for cruise holidays

More and more Brits are taking cruise holidays as a way to unwind and see the world. Whether it's a Mediterranean cruise or a Caribbean cruise, there's nothing better than relaxing on deck while the ship takes you from one stunning destination to the next.

Just like any trip abroad, it's important to plan for cruise holidays. The more planning you do beforehand, the more relaxed you will be when you set sail.

How to prepare for cruise holidays

• Buy comprehensive travel insurance and make sure your policy covers cruise holidays. Insurewithease.com offers affordable travel insurance for cruise ship passengers
• Make sure your passport is up to date
• Find out if you need to apply for visas for any of the destinations you will be stopping off at
• Take any medication or toiletries with you - don't bank on the ship supplying everything you will need
• Book a cabin that meets your needs and budget
• Leave the ship's contact details with friends and family in case they need to contact you in an emergency
• Most ships have Wi-Fi if you want to take your laptop

Cruise ship security

• Every cruise ship will have its own procedure for safety drills, which normally occur shortly before or after departure
• Cruise ships are equipped with CCTV for passenger safety
• Security checks when boarding or departing the ship will often be similar to those found in airports
• You should be given a photo ID card to show when entering or leaving the ship
• Security personnel are on board to deal with acts of crime

On board

• Locate the central desk which will be your first point of contact for all enquiries
• Plan your time on land while you are out at sea to save time when you dock
• Maintain good hygiene practices as it's easy to spread germs on a cruise ship
• If you start to feel seasick, go out on deck for some fresh air, or position yourself in the middle of the ship where there is less movement

Cruise holidays are a great way to visit multiple destinations in comfort and style. Once you have settled in to life at sea, you are sure to have a whale of time!

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