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Why You Should Bring a Cruise Carry On

Why you should bring a cruise carry on - because this is all the cruise luggage you will have on you for the first few hours of boarding the cruise ship!

Why you should bring a cruise carry on – because this is all the cruise luggage you will have on you for the first few hours of boarding the cruise ship.

When you pack for a cruise you are not going to see that suitcase for a few hours after you have checked it in at the cruise ship terminal.

Why is this? Because the cruise line has your cruise luggage brought onboard for you, so you do…

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A Local's Guide to London UK

A Local's Guide to London UK - London. It’s one of the world’s best-known cities. And one of the craziest. I’m here to give you an insider’s view.

Hey, lovely readers of Lucy Williams Global! I’m Lucy’s sister, Sophie. I’m a criminal defence solicitor and live in West London. When I’m not at court, I love seeing the best London has to offer. I’m also a little obsessed with food and skincare. But that’s another post in itself! Here is a local’s guide to London.

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Tech Headquarters to Visit in San Francisco USA

Tech Headquarters to Visit in San Francisco USA - There are many tech headquarters to visit in San Francisco. If you love Facebook, Google and Apple, and are heading to San Francisco you may like to visit Silicon Valley just outside of the city.

There are many tech headquarters to visit in San Francisco. If you love Facebook, Google and Apple, and are heading to San Francisco you may like to visit Silicon Valley just outside of the city.

Silicon Valley is the home to many tech companies headquarters. including the Facebook HQ, Google HQ and Apple HQ. There is also Intel, eBay, Netflix and Yahoo in Silicon Valley.

I was on the…

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Top 10 Best Cruise Tips from Cruise Ship Passengers

Top 10 Best Cruise Tips from Cruise Ship Passengers - Last year I interviewed several cruise ship passengers and they gave some great cruise and travel tips. I thought I would combine the best cruise tips in one easy to read article.

Last year I interviewed several cruise ship passengers and they gave some great cruise and travel tips.

I thought I would combine the best cruise tips in one easy to read article. This way if you are a newbie or have been cruising for a lifetime, you may pick up a few new cruise tips.

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Best Cruise Tips

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What To See in San Diego USA in One Day

What To See in San Diego USA in One Day - I was in San Diego on the Californian Coastal Cruise and we had just one day to enjoy the sights and this is what I managed to pack into one day.

San Diego was one of the ports of call on the Coastal Californian cruise. On a cruise, you usually only have one day in port. Here are a few suggestions on what to do with your port day in San Diego, California.

Can you see the cruise ship?

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What to See in San Diego

San Diego is not short on attractions,…

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Best Cruise of the Year

Best Cruise of the Year It has been another great year of cruising and I have been to some amazing places, but which was the best cruise of the year?

It has been another great year of cruising and I have been to some amazing places, but which was the best cruise of the year?

This year I have cruised around Alaska, Hawaii, Samoa, French Polynesia, along the Californian Coast and mini cruises to Astoria (Oregon), Cabo San Lucas (Mexico), Ensenada (Mexico) and Santa Barbara (USA).

I have also been on some land vacations too, but they were…

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Where to See the Christmas Lights in London

Where to See the Christmas Lights in London - If you are heading to London in England this December, you probably would like to see the Christmas lights. But, where do you see the Christmas lights in London? Here I am going to tell you the spots to go to

If you are heading to London in England this December, you probably would like to see the Christmas lights. But, where do you see the Christmas lights in London? Here I am going to tell you the spots to see these beautiful festive lights.

I have returned back to England after three and a half months sailing onboard a cruise ship. Cruising around Alaska, along the Californian Coast, Hawaii and…

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Why You Need To Go on a Californian Coastal Cruise

Why You Need To Go on a Californian Coastal Cruise

If you are not from the state of Californian in the USA a Californian Coastal Cruise is a really great cruise to go on.

It’s not the first cruise that comes to mind as one of my favourites, but this time I really enjoyed it and thought I need to spread the word.

This was a ten day cruise return to Vancouver stopping in the ports of Los Angeles, San Diego, Santa Barbara and San Francisco.

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A Trip To Wales Never Fails

A Trip To Wales Never Fails - Some of the best sightseeing is found far off the beaten track, and the small country of Wales is a great place to turn when you want to experience some true beauty in the UK.

Not a lot of people have had the pleasure of experiencing everything the UK has to offer. When you’re dealing with a country which has such a rich history, it can be a challenge to fit seeing all of it into a single lifetime. A lot of people focus their efforts in this area towards the biggest parts of the country, like London and Manchester. In reality, though, some of the best sightseeing is…

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Travel Gifts That Travellers Actually Want

Travel Gifts That Travellers Actually Want in every price point

Travel gifts are handy for the full time traveller or the weekend breaker. If you travel you need the accessories to travel. But what travel gifts do travellers actually want?

I travel most of the year and I have most of these items on this gift guide list and I would not travel without any of them, while some are a more on the novelty gift side that I’m sure some travellers would love, hint…

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Why You Need To Go On A Northern Lights Cruise

Why You Need To Go On A Northern Lights Cruise

There is something very magical about witnessing the northern Lights with your own eyes as it is not something you can see everyday.

Seeing a rainbow of colours against the dark sky is something so beautiful to see that you will never forget it.

It is normally a once in a lifetime experience, unless you do live in the part of the world that they can be seen.

This is why you need to go…

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50 Useful Gifts for the Cruise Traveller

50 Useful Gifts for the Cruise Traveller

Gifts are always hard to think of but if you have a cruiser in the family or cruise loving friends this is the gift guide for you.

Here are 50 items within all price ranges that are actually useful for going on a cruise.

I spend most of the year onboard a cruise ship so I really know what is useful to have with you when on a cruise. 

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3 Greek Islands You Simply Have To Visit Before You Die

3 Greek Islands You Simply Have To Visit Before You Die

I wouldn’t say that Greece is an essential bucket list destination, but I would definitely say that some of the islands around Greece are. The country itself can boast a few unique scenes, but outside of Athens, there’s not a lot to do. Which is why so many people head to the Greek Islands where there’s sun, fun, and a whole host of incredible things to do.

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Making The Most Of Each Day On Vacation

Making The Most Of Each Day On Vacation

Heading on vacation is among one of the most wonderful and rewarding experiences you can have. ‘Vacation’ is a catch-all term, and we can often feel this only means recreation and doing nothing, but of course vacations are simply choreographed experiences that you might not have had otherwise. For that reason, they can take on a lot of characteristics and bestow you with many memories as you head…

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First-Time Cruise Dos And Don'ts

First-Time Cruise Dos And Don’ts

Getting ready to embark on your very first cruise can be very exciting indeed. You’ll have a huge cruise ship to explore, and will be able to take advantage of all the entertainment options, bars, and restaurants. As well as that, you’ll be able to lounge up on the top deck in the good weather and take a dip in the pool whenever you need to cool down. Not only that, though, but you will also be…

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The Ultimate Cruise Formal Night Guide

The Ultimate Cruise Formal Night Guide

A formal night on a cruise is a subject that a lot of people are unsure of as it is a feature of old style cruising that is still around.

Formal night can be the part of a cruise that you are nervous about as you don’t know what to wear. In the ultimate cruise formal night guide I’m going to walk you through it.

I wrote about cruise formal nights last year, but I have been asked a lot again…

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Enjoying An Underwater Safari In The Great Barrier Reef

Enjoying An Underwater Safari In The Great Barrier Reef

The Great Barrier Reef is one of the world’s most incredible natural wonders, offering experiences like nowhere else on earth. Beneath those crystal waters, you can encounter some fascinating wildlife and enjoy your own underwater safari. What can you expect to see in the Great Barrier Reef? Take a look at this useful guide for travellers.

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