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January 25, 2018 Cruise Monkeys

A second new P&O ship!

P&O have this evening (25th January) announced a second new ship. Announced at the UK Cruise Awards and on their

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CunardTips
January 20, 2018 Cruise Monkeys

Cruising with Cunard Line – Tips and Advice and Dress Code

In this article we will discuss Cunard Line, which is known for its luxury cruises with a sense of occasion

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Ventura
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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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Uncategorized
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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Preziosa Docked in Rotterdam
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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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MSC
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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P&O
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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MSC
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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NewsP&O
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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🚢 Celebrity Cruises | 12 Nights | 25 February 2026
🌆 2 nights in Athens
🚢 10 night cruise
✈️ Flights from Manchester included

💷 From £1199pp - includes 2-night Athens hotel stay!
🔥 FREE UPGRADE from Oceanview to Balcony
💫 Balcony now from just £2,598pp

🏛️ Your incredible journey includes:
🌆 2 nights in Athens - explore the Acropolis, Parthenon & vibrant Plaka
⚓ Cruise to Nafplion, Crete, Rhodes, Kavala, Thessaloniki & Kusadasi (Ephesus)
🌅 Relaxing sea days onboard the Celebrity Infinity

💙 Why you’ll love Celebrity Infinity:
🍽 Fine dining onboard
🍸 Sip cocktails at the iconic “Martini Bar & Crush” - an ice-topped bar where bartenders put on a show with bottle-flipping and live showmanship.
🎭 Enjoy live shows in the three-deck “Celebrity Theatre” with production shows, music & comedy
🎰 Try your luck in the onboard casino, sip in stylish lounges, soak up the chic modern design.

📅 Departing 25 February 2026
🏨 Includes 2 nights at the 4★ Herodion Hotel, Athens

📞 Contact the Cruise Monkeys team to get a quote on the best fares we have to offer: Quote DP3039
☎️ 0330 880 5555
📧 travel@cruisemonkeys.com
🌍 Request a quote at cruisemonkeys.com/book
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*T&Cs apply. Prices are fluid and subject to availability. E&OE. Based on 2 sharing interior cabin unless stated.

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Live Q&A @ 7pm on YouTube! Answering your Star Pri Live Q&A @ 7pm on YouTube! Answering your Star Princess questions - including why Gav had a stapler & sellotape (it wasn’t for crafting!)

Bring your curiosity and your cuppa ☕️

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This was our Santuary Mini-Suite on Star Princess This was our Santuary Mini-Suite on Star Princess - check out our latest video for a good look around! Just search Cruise Monkeys on YouTube.

What’s Included in the Sanctuary Mini-Suite (Stateroom 10453)
- A separate seating area with sofa & coffee table — perfect for relaxing away from the bed 
- Two flat-panel TVs for entertainment from both the living and sleeping areas 
- A private balcony with outdoor seating (chairs, table and footstools) and sliding glass doors 
- Full ensuite bathroom with shower (amenities, etc) 
- Refrigerator, closet / storage space, digital safe, high quality linens, and all the standard in-suite comforts 

Sanctuary Perks & Benefits
Because this is a Sanctuary Mini-Suite, you also get access to exclusive areas and services:
- Access to the Sanctuary Restaurant — an exclusive dining space reserved for Sanctuary guests 
- Access to the Sanctuary Club  for relaxation and quieter ambiance 
- Premium drinks package
- A more restful, secluded experience away from high-traffic areas aboard the ship 

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…. Just wait until he learns the Princess Cruise …. Just wait until he learns the Princess Cruises Ocean Medallion doesn’t work in Tesco 😂

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A huge thanks to everyone who commented, liked, an A huge thanks to everyone who commented, liked, and messaged us over the past week while we were onboard the Star Princess! 🥰 

We’ve read every single one and have done our best to reply to all your questions - we think we’re finally caught up! 

If we’ve missed yours, don’t worry - join us tomorrow for Talking Ship Live at 7pm (UK) / 2pm (ET) / 11am (PT) and we’ll answer your questions live!

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We’ve got 5 eerily good Cruise Deals for you thi We’ve got 5 eerily good Cruise Deals for you this weekend – with fares from just £312pp for 6 nights!

📞 Contact the team today for a free quote!

🎃 Bargain alert:
📅 3 January 2026 | 6 nights
🚢 MSC Poesia – Northern Europe
📍 Southampton – Hamburg – Rotterdam – Le Havre – Southampton
⭐️ From £312pp

🌌 Last-minute Northern Lights escape:
📅 13 November 2025 | 14 nights
🚢 Fred. Olsen Balmoral – Northern Lights
📍 Southampton – Leknes – Alta (overnight) – Tromsø – Narvik – Ålesund – Southampton
⭐️ From £950pp

☀️ Fly to the sunshine:
📅 5 December 2025 | 7 nights
🚢 P&O Azura – Canary Islands
📍 Tenerife (overnight) – Funchal – Fuerteventura – La Palma – Tenerife
✈️ Flights from London included
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🗓️ Plan ahead for 2027:
🚢 Celebrity Apex – Norwegian Fjords
📅 24 July 2027 | 7 nights
📍 Southampton – Flåm – Ålesund – Bergen – Zeebrugge – Southampton
⭐️ From £1026pp

🚢 Sky Princess – Scandinavia
📅 15 May 2027 | 7 nights
📍 Southampton – Kristiansand – Oslo – Copenhagen – Skagen – Southampton
⭐️ From £809pp

⛴️ 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 interior cabin unless stated.
Are you a fan of formal nights on a cruise? Or do Are you a fan of formal nights on a cruise? Or do you prefer to keep things smart or more casual instead?
🔴 Talking Ship – LIVE this Sunday at 7pm (UK) 🔴 Talking Ship – LIVE this Sunday at 7pm (UK)!

We’re fresh off the newest ship in the world after 7 incredible nights onboard!

We’ve not just visited the ship – we’ve EXPERIENCED everything it has to offer, from bow to stern – and we can’t wait to share our thoughts with you.

Join us live on YouTube this Sunday at 7pm (UK) / 2pm (ET) / 11am (PT) for a proper chat about what it’s really like onboard.

Grab a cuppa (or something stronger 🍹) and come talk ship with us!

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Wishing we had this breakfast prepared for us toda Wishing we had this breakfast prepared for us today! Are you a breakfast in the MDR person, or do you prefer the buffet or room service?

We arrived home late last night, and it’s straight back to work here today!  We’ll be working through all messages and comments over the next few days 😀

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Wishing we had this breakfast prepared for us toda Wishing we had this breakfast prepared for us today! Are you a breakfast in the MDR person, or do you prefer the buffet or room service?

We arrived home late last night, and it’s straight back to work here today!  We’ll be working through all messages and comments over the next few days 😀

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All good things have to come to an end! After a fa All good things have to come to an end! After a fantastic 7 nights on Star Princess, with new and old friends, it’s time to make the journey home.

Thank you to all the wonderful staff who made our holiday such a great one – and bon voyage to those heading off on the transatlantic! 

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Loving Star Princess… 😍 #Princesscruises #St Loving Star Princess… 😍

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🤫 Secret area Star Princess… #Princesscruis 🤫 Secret area Star Princess… 

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Today we took a little boat trip and managed to ge Today we took a little boat trip and managed to get some fantastic views of Star Princess - doesn’t she look stunning in Cartagena 🤩

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Our first time in Gibraltar - a quick update…. Our first time in Gibraltar - a quick update….

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We might be cruising, but we couldn’t resist sha We might be cruising, but we couldn’t resist sharing these TOP 5 Cruise Deals! Contact the team today for a free quote!

🚢 MSC Meraviglia – Norwegian Fjords
📅 5 June 2027 | 7 nights
📍 Southampton - Kirkwall - Skjolden - Nordfjordeid - Sandnes - Southampton
⭐️ Fares from £815pp

🚢 P&O Iona – Western Europe
📅 21 February 2026 | 7 nights
📍 Southampton - Vigo - La Coruña - Bilbao - Cherbourg - Southampton
⭐️ Fares from £490pp

🚢 Queen Anne – Canary Islands
📅 29 November 2026 | 14 nights
📍 Southampton - Lisbon - La Palma - Tenerife - Fuerteventura - Lanzarote - Funchal - Southampton
⭐️ Fares from £975pp

🚢 Bolette – British Isles
📅 31 March 2026 | 7 nights
📍 Liverpool - Belfast - Stornoway - Kirkwall - Liverpool
⭐️ Fares from £875pp

🚢 Celebrity Apex – Canaries & Portugal
📅 25 September 2027 | 11 nights
📍 Southampton - Leixões - Lisbon - Las Palmas - Tenerife - Funchal - Vigo - Southampton
⭐️ Fares from £1420pp

⛴️ 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 interior cabin unless stated.
What a fab day in Malaga - let’s have a quick ca What a fab day in Malaga - let’s have a quick catch up….

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A nifty Sanctuary feature aboard Star Princess - r A nifty Sanctuary feature aboard Star Princess - rude not to.. cheers! 🥂

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Sea day on Star Princess 🤩 #Princesscruises # Sea day on Star Princess 🤩 

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We’ve made it onboard the Star Princess and sett We’ve made it onboard the Star Princess and settled into our room for the week - how lush is this! #Princesscruises #Starprincess #Cruise
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