Have you ever considered a repositioning cruise? I have been going on and on about this 35-night sailing for weeks now. But I am curious, is this something you'd actually do? Or does it feel too long, too complicated, too far out of reach? What's stopping you? Is it the time off work? The cost? Not knowing what to expect? Worried you'd get bored? Something else? No wrong answers. Genuinely want to know and see if I can help!😊🛳️

In my reel, I taked about why I think older cruise ships are better than the newer cruise ships.. So let me explain why I actually believe older cruise ships are better. 1️⃣ They're quieter. No queuing for everything. No madness at the buffet. You can actually get a sunlounger. After weeks on Voyager, I've never once fought for a seat or waited in a massive line. That changes how the whole cruise feels. 2️⃣ They're not overwhelming. You can learn the layout in a day. Get from your cabin to anywhere on the ship in minutes. No trying to find your way through fifteen decks of attractions. It actually feels like a cruise ship, that traditional vibe that got most of us into cruising in the first place. 3️⃣ They're cheaper with better itineraries. New ships often do 3-4 night runs to private islands or the same Caribbean stops everyone's done ten times. Older ships? Longer sailings. More interesting ports. Repositioning cruises. And for less money. 4️⃣ The staff actually know you. Fewer passengers means the crew remember your name, your drink, your table. You see the same faces. You have actual conversations. After a few weeks on board, it feels like a community! I'm not saying new ships are bad. They're impressive, and of course I would take any cruise ship rather than being on land! What's your preference? Drop your vote below 👇

I've been aboard Voyager for 3 weeks now, and something unexpected happened around day 7. I fell into a routine. Wake up. Gym. Walk the deck. Shower. Breakfast at the Windjammer. Grab a coffee. Do some work. Sit outside. Another walk. Get ready for evening. High Notes bar. Dinner. Entertainment. Here's what surprised me: it's almost identical to my routine back home in Arbroath. Except this version is 10 times more enjoyable. Because "home" is now a floating hotel with ocean views, no dishes to wash, and a different country outside the window every few days. The routine doesn't feel restrictive, it feels grounding. We're not just cruising anymore. We're actually living aboard. Most 7-day cruises feel like you're sprinting the whole time. But on a repositioning? You've got time. You settle in. You find your rhythm.😍 Anyone else done a long cruise and had this happen? When did it start feeling like home for you?🏠

These tips work for all Voyager-class ships (Voyager, Explorer, Adventure, Navigator, Mariner), here's what you actually need to know: Walk Deck 4 outside (Promenade Deck). You can walk the entire ship, barely see anyone, and even go out onto the helipad. Shockingly quiet!🚁 The solaruim bar does smoothies, juices and protien shakes! It is quietly hidden but we love a nice fruit smoothie in the morning to start the day! 🥝 Order multiple mains in the dining room. Can't decide between two dishes? Order both. Only want starters? Have three. Most people don't realise this until halfway through!🍽️ Hidden quiet spots: Sports court sunloungers at the very back (best views, zero crowds). High Notes bar during the day (free tea/coffee/snacks, ocean views). Going to the buffet? Hit the Windjammer after 8pm in the evening or between 7-9am for breakfast. Anytime after 9am... it is busy! And lunchtime, I have not seemed to have cracked a quiet time, it is always busy😆 Bring adapters. Not many sockets in cabins, and none beside the bed unfortunately! Voyager's not flashy. But once you know how she works, she's brilliant. Anyone else sailing Voyager or a Voyager class soon?

We’re about to set sail on a 35-night cruise (our longest one yet!) and I’m deep in packing mode… trying to decide what’s essential versus what’ll just take up space for five weeks. It got me thinking... everyone has that one thing they always pack that others forget. For me, it’s a re-usable water bottle! So now I’m curious…👉 What’s your “never leave home without it” cruise item?