We have just recently returned from our second Cruise,a 7 night Emirates itinerary taking in Oman and the two jewels of the U.A.E Dubai and it's bigger sister Abu Dhabi.

I would like to say that contra to the impressions i have made from similar reviews we found the ship both clean and well maintained.Indeed the ship was gleaming,with a happy crew who seemed to take time to enjoy themselves as they worked and spread the happy vibe around the guests who consisted of a bunch of nationalities and age-groups.

We were pleased to enjoy an Emirates night-flight from Birmingham to Dubai and albeit a delayed arrival we were soon on a coach,heading for a holding hotel for a quick breakfast stop and check-in.This worked very well and we were able to board Brilliance soon after without any delays.The night flight was tiring however. Read more