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December 19, 2017 Cruise Monkeys

P&O Ventura Short break

Read about our recent time on board P&O Cruises Ventura, a short break to Belgium in late November 2017  

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Ibis Budget
HotelReviews
December 12, 2017 Cruise Monkeys

Ibis Budget Southampton – Pre Cruse hotel review

Living 5 hours from Southampton, it isn’t always practical to travel there the morning of our cruise, especially when it’s

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News
December 1, 2017 Cruise Monkeys

Princess changes loyalty scheme for P&O customers

Passengers cruising onboard P&O have been very fortunate to have their cruises count towards the Princess Captains Circle loyalty scheme.

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November 24, 2017 Cruise Monkeys

We are cruising – Follow us on P&O Ventura

We are currently cruising on P&O Ventura! This secret cruise has been planned for many months but we have been

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P&OTips
November 17, 2017 Cruise Monkeys

Tips for booking your P&O cruise

Regular readers will already know we are big fans of P&O Cruises. We have already sailed on Aurora, Arcadia, Ventura,

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P&O
November 9, 2017 Cruise Monkeys

Changes are coming to P&O cruises

P&O have announced some changes to their alcohol policy and dress code, this will see a new positioning that they

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Tips
October 19, 2017 Cruise Monkeys

Thinking of taking a Mini Cruise?

I have finally managed to get Luke to write me a post and his chosen subject was Mini Cruises!  So

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October 15, 2017 Cruise Monkeys

MSC Preziosa cruise ship Review

Welcome to our review of the cruise ship MSC Preziosa.  This post will give a general review of the ship,

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AzuraP&OTips
October 12, 2017 Cruise Monkeys

P&O Azura’s little secret

Some call it the clam shell, others the beak, so where and what is this magical place on Azura? If

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October 3, 2017 Cruise Monkeys

We’re Cruising! Follow us on MSC Preziosa

Keep up to date with our adventure on MSC Preziosa – follow this post and our Twitter @gavonacruise We are on

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September 29, 2017 Cruise Monkeys

Why Choose a P&O cruise?

Want to know why others love P&O? You have come to the right place. When you book a P&O cruise,

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September 26, 2017 Cruise Monkeys

Not long until our MSC Preziosa cruise

The clothes rail and suit cases are out of storage!  Next week we will be joining MSC Preziosa, departing Southampton

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September 26, 2017 Cruise Monkeys

Good bye Adonia… again.

P&O have today announced Adonia is to leave the fleet next year.  Adonia previously left to join Fathom, but returned

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CunardNews
September 25, 2017 Cruise Monkeys

New Cunard Ship

Cunard announced today it’s signed an agreement for a new ship. The fourth #CUN4RD ship is due in 2022 and

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Tips
August 28, 2017 Cruise Monkeys

Back to back cruising

Did you know you don’t have to get off when a cruise ends? You can stay on and do the

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NewsP&O
August 20, 2017 Cruise Monkeys

P&O & Cunard summer 2019 launch dates

P&O & Cunard have announced the launch dates for their new 2019 summer collection… P&O: Pre-registration open 4 September 8.00am

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Tips
August 16, 2017 Cruise Monkeys

Make money back when you buy a cruise!

Cashback sites pay you when you make a purchase, they have been around for years and cover anything from online

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News
August 13, 2017 Cruise Monkeys

MS Prinsendam visits Milford Haven

Today the 800 passenger ship MS Prinsendam calls at Milford Haven. We live within minutes of the 3rd largest UK

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Tips
August 6, 2017 Cruise Monkeys

Seasickness on a cruise!

Some people are prone to it, others get sudden bouts of it but one thing everyone who cruises has heard

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News
August 1, 2017 Cruise Monkeys

Cunard Line and P&O Cruises to offer same sex marriages at sea

Supreme Court ruling enables same sex marriages in Bermuda. Both Cunard Line and P&O Cruises have started offering same sex

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Have you ever been successful when bidding for an Have you ever been successful when bidding for an upgrade on your cruise?

We often try but never have much luck - until now! The “backhander upgrade fairy” has finally paid us a visit! 🧚‍♀️💸 

We put in bids for a couple of cabins and one was accepted… but which one? You’ll have to wait and see! 👀

What is cruise cabin bidding?
Some cruise lines offer a “bid for upgrade” system - after you’ve booked, you can place an offer (or bid) to move to a higher cabin category, like from an inside to a balcony. If your bid is accepted, you get the upgrade  often at a discounted price compared to paying the full fare up front.

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🌟 This is exciting! Our friend sent us this pho 🌟 This is exciting! Our friend sent us this photo this morning - we’re hoping everyone sailing on Star Princess today has an amazing time!

She’s setting sail from Barcelona on her inaugural 11-night Western Mediterranean “Grand Mediterranean” voyage, visiting Marseille, Rome (Civitavecchia), Palermo (Sicily) and Cartagena before returning to Barcelona… where it’s OUR TURN! 🥳

Bon voyage to Star Princess, her crew and all her passengers - see you soon! 

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🚨 CRUISE DEALS ALERT! 🚨 Incredible sailings 🚨 CRUISE DEALS ALERT! 🚨 Incredible sailings from just £423pp – from the Norwegian Fjords to European cities and the Caribbean! Where will you cruise next? 🤔 

🚢 Sky Princess - Norwegian Zfjords
📅 10 July 2027 |  7 nights
📍 Southampton - Haugesund - Sognefjord - Olden - Stavanger - Southampton 
⭐️ Fares from £877pp

🚢 MSC Virtuosa - Spain & France
📅 20 June 2026 |  7 nights
📍 Southampton - La Rochelle - Bilbao - La Coruna - Cherbourg - Southampton
⭐️ Fares from £648pp

🚢 Britannia - Norwegian Fjords 
📅 29 May 2026 |  7 nights
📍 Southampton
⭐️ Fares from £669pp
🤩 4 People sharing from £1372 TOTAL

🚢 MSC Poesia - Northern Perls
📅 3 January 2026 |  6 nights
📍  Southampton - Hamburg- Rotterdam -  Le Havre - Southampton 
⭐️ Fares from 423pp

☀️ Sunshine & Sands with Miami Stay
🚢 Sun Princess – gorgeous new ship!
📅 29 January 2026 
⭐️ Cruise & Stay Special
🏨 3 nights in Miami Beach
🚢 7 night Caribbean cruise onboard Sun Princess from Fort Lauderdale calling at Cozumel, Roatan and Georgetown.
✈️ Return London flights
⭐️ Fares from £1,889pp

⛴️ Still searching for your dream cruise?
Let our team help you find the perfect match!

✈️ Not just cruises – we also offer city breaks, beach escapes & family holidays!

📞 Contact the Cruise Monkeys team to get a quote on the best fares we have to offer:
☎️ 0330 880 5555
📧 travel@cruisemonkeys.com
🌍 Request a quote at via our website
📱 Prefer us to call you? Message us your contact details!

Proud to work with The Travel Village Group – established 1959.

T&Cs apply. Prices are fluid and subject to availability. E&OE. Based on 2 sharing unless stated.

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A #ThursdayThrowback to October 2021 and our Princ A #ThursdayThrowback to October 2021 and our Princess Cruises trip on Regal Princess! 🚢

Fun fact: this was the first cruise to depart the U.K. and dock abroad after a long break - we definitely don’t miss all that form filling! 

Now the countdown is on… just under 2 weeks until our next Princess adventure on Star Princess – and we can’t wait! 

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✨ That’s right – booking with us will save y ✨ That’s right – booking with us will save you money! ✨

The Cruise Monkeys Travel team are proud to be part of the amazing Travel Village Group - established is 1959 it’s a family-run business that puts customers first.

When you call, you’ll get more than just great prices:
⭐️ Personal Service – speak to real people who care
⭐️ Travel Experts – decades of knowledge & experience
⭐️ Friendly Support – a family business, not a call centre
⭐️ Customer Care – here for you every step of the way

Ready to plan your next adventure? Give the Cruise Monkeys Travel team a call today or request a quote via our website – we’d love to help you find your perfect cruise!

☎️ 0330 880 5555
📧 travel@cruisemonkeys.com
🌍 Request a quote at cruisemonkeys.com/book
📱 Prefer us to call you? Message us your contact details!

*T&Cs apply. Prices are fluid and subject to availability. E&OE.
⭐ Fred. Olsen just changed the game! ⭐️ Thei ⭐ Fred. Olsen just changed the game! ⭐️ Their brand-new 2027 cruises are NOW ON SALE – and the launch offers are simply unmissable!

Here’s why you need to book today:
✅ Inclusive Pricing - now including house beer, wine & draught soft drinks with lunch & dinner, PLUS guided walks ashore, shuttle buses, port taxes, fees, gratuities & more.
✅ Freedom Fare Price Promise – book within 4 weeks of launch and if the price drops, you’ll get an upgrade or On Board Spend.
✅ Solo guests - for the first 4 weeks only, single cabins are the SAME fare as equivalent twins (but they go fast!).

Don’t wait - these new 2027 sailings are full of incredible destinations, unbeatable value, and those little touches that Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines do best.

Check out the itineraries and call our friendly cruise Monkeys Travel team today to secure your place!

☎️ 0330 880 5555
📧 travel@cruisemonkeys.com
🌍 Request a quote at cruisemonkeys.com/book
📱 Prefer us to call you? Message us your contact details!

Proud to work with The Travel Village Group – established 1959.

T&Cs apply. Prices are fluid and subject to availability. E&OE. Based on 2 sharing unless stated.

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We are.. are you? 🤔 We are.. are you? 🤔
🚢✨ P&O Cruises new winter 2027/28 holiday col 🚢✨ P&O Cruises new winter 2027/28 holiday collection sails in soon! 🌴☀️

Exciting news – it’s not long until P&O Cruises’ brand-new winter 2027/28 holiday collection arrives! 🎉

🌎 Discover dreamy getaways, including Iona joining her sister ship Arvia in the Caribbean 🌊🍹 for our biggest season yet. Your winter escape really can become reality on Tuesday 14 October 2025. Let’s make it a date! 📅

✅ Key dates for your diary:
• 📝 Pre-register your interest from 8.30am Tue 14 Oct – 8pm Mon 20 Oct 2025
• 🌟 Exclusive early sale for Caribbean, Baltic & Ligurian Peninsular Club tiers from 8.30am–8pm Tue 21 Oct 2025
• 🌍 General sale (departures Oct–Dec 2027) from 8.30am Wed 22 Oct 2025
• 🌍 General sale (departures Jan–Mar 2028) from 8.30am Thu 23 Oct 2025

👀 Watch this space – more details to follow!

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How does £999pp for 18 NIGHTS in the CARIBBEAN so How does £999pp for 18 NIGHTS in the CARIBBEAN sound?

Yes, you read that right – £999pp for an 18-night Autumn Escape with Ambassador Cruise Line! 🌴🍹

🛳️ London Tilbury → Caribbean Adventure

📅 30 October 2025
⏳ 18 nights | Inside cabin | Price per person
✈️ Fly home from Barbados to Manchester on Virgin Atlantic – flights & luggage INCLUDED!

➡️ London Heathrow option available for just £1,109pp!

📍 Ship: Renaissance (maiden Ambassador sailing)
🗺️ Itinerary Highlights:
• Atlantic crossing with 7 ports of call before Barbados
• Key stops include Amsterdam (Ijmuiden), Dunkirk, Lisbon, Dominica, Antigua, St. Lucia, and more 🌎

🔥 This price won’t last long – once it’s gone, it’s gone! Contact the team today on 0330 880 5555

Proud to work with The Travel Village Group – established 1959.

T&Cs apply. Prices are fluid and subject to availability. E&OE. Based on 2 sharing unless stated.

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The beautiful @cunardline Queen Anne in Flåm, Nor The beautiful @cunardline Queen Anne in Flåm, Norway! 🇳🇴✨

We’ve sailed on all the Cunard Queens, so if you’d like to experience the day-to-day of life onboard, just search Cruise Monkeys Cunard on YouTube. 🎥⚓️

We bring you along so it feels like you’re right there with us on the cruise! 

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✨ Payday cruise deals are here! ✨ Looking for ✨ Payday cruise deals are here! ✨ Looking for great value escapes at sea? We’ve rounded up some fantastic options for you…

🚢 P&O Azura - Canary Islands
📅 21 November 2025 | 7 nights
📍 Tenerife (overnight) - Funchal, Madeira - Fuerteventura - La Palma - Tenerife
✈️ Flights from London
⭐️ Fares from £539pp

🚢 Sky Princess - Spain & France
📅 22 March 2027 | 7 nights
📍 Southampton - La Coruna - Bilbao - Bordeaux - Cherbourg - Southampton
⭐️ Fares from £731pp

🚢 MSC Virtuosa - Canary Islands
📅 20 April 2026 | 12 nights
📍 Southampton - Lisbon - Funchal - Las Palmas - Santa Cruz - Arrecife - Vigo - Southampton
⭐️ Fares from £885pp

🚢 MSC Poesia - Northern Europe
📅 23 January 2026 | 7 nights
📍 Southampton - Hamburg - Rotterdam - Zeebrugge - Le Havre - Southampton
⭐️ Fares from £450pp

🚢 Cunard Queen Elizabeth - Alaska
📅 2 May 2026 | 10-night cruise, total 13 nights (incl. overnight flight home)
📍 Seattle - Ketchikan - Sitka - Glacier Bay - Juneau - Skagway - Tracy Arm - Victoria - Seattle
✈️ Flights from London Heathrow
💼 Includes 2-night stay at the 5* Fairmont Olympic Hotel, Seattle (B&B)
⭐️ Fares from £2,035pp

⛴️ Still searching for your dream cruise?
Let our team help you find the perfect match!

✈️ Not just cruises – we also offer city breaks, beach escapes & family holidays!

📞 Contact the Cruise Monkeys team to get a quote on the best fares we have to offer:
☎️ 0330 880 5555
📧 travel@cruisemonkeys.com
🌍 Request a quote at cruisemonkeys.com/book
📱 Prefer us to call you? Message us your contact details!

Proud to work with The Travel Village Group – established 1959.

T&Cs apply. Prices are fluid and subject to availability. E&OE. Based on 2 sharing unless stated.

#Cruise #CruiseDeals #Payday
Coming to the channel at 7pm tonight… were we ma Coming to the channel at 7pm tonight… were we mad booking a 2-night party cruise in the middle of August on MSC Virtuosa? 🎉🚢

Join us for our feature-length vlog as we bring you along on this mini cruise!

#MSC #MSCCruises #mscvirtuosa #Cruise #partycruise #cruisemonkeys #cruiseship #youtube
Tropical rain, island charm, and one beautiful shi Tropical rain, island charm, and one beautiful ship - a #ThrowbackThursday to Celebrity Beyond in St. Thomas, soaking up the liquid sunshine. 🌦️🌺

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Cruise foodies – do you book speciality dining w Cruise foodies – do you book speciality dining when onboard?

What’s the best paid-for restaurant you’ve tried at sea? 

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#CruiseLife #CruiseFood #CruiseDining #CruiseMonkeys #Cruise
Follow us for cruise tips, insider secrets & more Follow us for cruise tips, insider secrets & more 🛳 Perfect for new and seasoned cruisers alike! 😎

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🌊 Ocean view cabins… 🚢 We love them as tha 🌊 Ocean view cabins… 🚢 We love them as that sweet spot between inside and balcony… natural light, sea views, and usually a friendlier price tag too!

Want to see more? Check out our full ocean view cabin tour on YouTube - just search Cruise Monkeys.

#CruiseMonkeys #MSCCruises #MSCVirtuosa #CruiseLife #OceanViewCabin #CruiseVlog #CabinTour #CruiseTips #LifeAtSea #CruiseFun #CruiseAdventure #CruiseCommunity
How important are great entertainment shows to you How important are great entertainment shows to you on a cruise? 🎭 What’s the best you’ve ever seen?

If you know us, you’ll know we can usually take or leave most shows! But we were lucky enough to be invited to Murder in the Manor on Brilliant Lady – an 80s-inspired interactive murder mystery. Such a fun experience!
Looking for great value cruises? We’ve got you c Looking for great value cruises? We’ve got you covered!

🚢 MSC Poesia - Northern Europe
📅 30 January 2026 | 7 nights
📍 Southampton - Hamburg - Rotterdam - Zeebrugge - Zeebrugge - Southampton
⭐️ Fares from £420pp

🚢 P&O Britannia - Spain & France
📅 17 April 2026 | 7 nights
📍 Southampton - Gijón - La Coruña - Vigo - Cherbourg - Southampton
⭐️ Fares from £589pp

🚢 Ambassador Ambition - Emerald Isle Odyssey
📅 25 October 2025 | 5 nights
📍 Liverpool - Cobh - Belfast - Liverpool
⭐️ Fares from £457pp

🚢 MSC Virtuosa - Spain & France
📅 30 May 2026 | 7 nights
📍 Southampton - Gijón - La Rochelle - Bilbao - Le Havre - Southampton
⭐️ Fares from £612pp

🚢 Cunard Queen Anne - Norway & North Cape
📅 21 June 2026 | 14 nights
📍 Southampton - Olden - Innvikfjorden - Nordfjord - Trondheim - Bodø - Tromsø - Honningsvåg (North Cape) - Åndalsnes - Ålesund - Southampton
⭐️ Fares from £1,365pp

⛴️ Still searching for your dream cruise?
Let our team help you find the perfect match!

✈️ Not just cruises – we also offer city breaks, beach escapes & family holidays!

📞 Contact the Cruise Monkeys team to get a quote on the best fares we have to offer:
☎️ 0330 880 5555
📧 travel@cruisemonkeys.com
🌍 Request a quote at cruisemonkeys.com/book
📱 Prefer us to call you? Message us your contact details!

Proud to work with The Travel Village Group – established 1959.

T&Cs apply. Prices are fluid and subject to availability. E&OE. Based on 2 sharing unless stated.

#Cruise #CruiseDeals #PandOCruises #MSCCruises #Cunard
🫖☕ Afternoon Tea at Sea - who does it best? 🚢✨

From classic white-gloved service to modern twists with bubbles and sweet treats, afternoon tea is one of those cruise traditions we can never say no to! 

So tell us… which cruise line serves up your favourite afternoon tea? 👇

#CruiseLife #CruiseMonkeys #AfternoonTea #CruiseFoodie #CruiseVibes #CruiseAddict #LifeAtSea #CruiseCouple #CruiseFun #CruiseCommunity #CruiseFood #OceanViews
🌊 Ocean View Cabins – yay or nay? 🚢 We’ 🌊 Ocean View Cabins – yay or nay? 🚢  We’re big fans of them - the perfect middle ground between an inside and a balcony! A bit of natural light, a window to the sea, and usually a nice price point too.

What about you -  do you go for the view, save with an inside, or treat yourself to a balcony?

Join us this evening from 7pm for our MSC Virtuosa Ocean View cabin tour!

#MSCCruises #MSCVirtuosa #Cruise #CruiseLife #CruiseMonkeys #OceanViewCabin
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