London (Greenwich, Tower Bridge, Tilbury) to Europe - British Isles & Western Cruise Reviews

Executive Summary. (If you are not an executive, skip this paragraph.) The itinerary was "In Search of the Northern Lights." We saw the Lights four times over three nights, so in a sense this was a successful cruise. However, although Viking does many things well, they failed in one very important component - they did not meet the expectations of my taste buds! The menus were good, but the ...

Embarkation: Apparently there was an issue with the gangway preventing the passengers departing from the previous cruise so we were kept waiting until gone 12 o'clock before anyone could board. Quite efficient otherwise. They collected our luggage from the waiting area rather than outside due to the issues from the last cruise. Cabins: We had 2 cabins. I had a Superior ocean view. ...

I usually choose a short Christmas Markets cruise in December and I wanted to see what this company was like with the view to a longer cruise. Unfortunately, I was quite disappointed. The ship itself has been furnished to a high standard and the cabin was fine. However, I walk with a stick and having to join a scrum for breakfast at the buffet was taxing. I have never been on a ship where even ...

The ship has been refitted to a high standard and our junior suite and the public areas were spacious and modern. The staff were first class - hard working and welcoming. The self service Borough market has plenty of seating and good space around the various food counters. There is a good selection of food. We were allocated a table in the Holyrood restaurant and, although we chose the ...

We have just returned from a Round Britain cruise with Ambassador Cruises on board Ambiance. All comments / opinions are based on personal experience but there is mention of issues raised by other passengers. First, there were no issues in booking the cruise but be careful and watch out for offers. We got a grade 9 superior twin for the same as grade 6 and cheaper than grade 7 and 8. However by ...

Cruise with my mum and cousin in their 80's Mum is a seasoned Saga customer and I can see the things she values in them as it's not all bad but its more Premier Inn than a luxury boutique hotel experience The pick up was great and check in/boarding smooth The cabins are nice and well maintained - housekeeping excellent Food is decent too but the F&B service is mixed. English is ...

Norway Fjords Cabin Cabin with picture window was a decent size, bed comfortable, shower room okay and plenty of clothes storage. The bed had ‘terry flannelette sheets which in June was very, very, hot. Never been anywhere with this type of sheet before! The window however which we paid an upgraded price for was caked with mud so you could not see much out of it. Hair dryer not working and ...

Fred Olsen had cancelled Corinth Canal cruise after waiting 3 years and their standards have been cut back so much recently that we thought we would try the new Cruise & Maritime replacement company Ambassador. First impression of the ship was good - cabin spacious and well equipped and public areas clean and smart. Unfortunately we soon discovered that we were on "Butlins on Sea" with music ...

We have sail on 3 Viking rivers cruises and wanted to try their ocean cruises. We chose their Chasing Northern Lights sailing on the Viking Venus. First of all, we had the opportunity to see the lights 4 times. They are amazing. However, the cruise line has no control over sightings. The ship was delayed for 2 days because of bad weather. True to Vikings reputation, they made the best of a bad ...

Returned home 2 days ago from a cruise around the Norwegian Fjords and have let the dust settle before writing this review. Parking & Embarkation: Parking needs to be booked prior to arrival and is easy to find but at £80 for 7 days it aint cheap!! TIP: We heard that the local Asda which is only a mile away will let you park there for half the price. Before parking you drop your ...