I’m a cruise ship worker and we dread hearing the word ‘banana’ – but passengers are totally oblivious to what it means

I’m a cruise ship worker and we dread hearing the word ‘banana’ - but passengers are totally oblivious to what it means

 WHILE many people dream of cruising around the world, for the crew on board, it is their home, often for months on end. So it’s not surprising that various code words or crew lingo can become widespread on ships. 2 People who work on cruise ships have been sharing their secretsCredit:… I’m a cruise ship … Read more

The majestic Norwegian Fjord cruise from Dundee – with fantastic views and staff who really push the boat out

The majestic Norwegian Fjord cruise from Dundee - with fantastic views and staff who really push the boat out

THE Empire Strikes Back was filmed close to one of the Norwegian fjords, but step into this magical watery world and The Force Awakens. My girlfriend Kate had always wanted to visit this vast glacier-gouged area and it didn’t disappoint. 14 The views around the Scandinavian stops were… The majestic Norwegian Fjord cruise from Dundee … Read more

I visited the small Greek island with kid-friendly family resorts, crystal-clear waters and Jet2 flights

I visited the small Greek island with kid-friendly family resorts, crystal-clear waters and Jet2 flights

O ROMEO, Romeo, wherefore art thou Romeo? Well, it turns out he’s on the Greek island of Kos and if you go to his restaurant — just like I did on the first night of my holiday — I bet he’d give you the warmest of welcomes, too. 6 Make a splash in one of … Read more

Alison Hammond’s new travel show slammed by viewers as she bags herself and ‘nepo baby son’ a free holiday

Alison Hammond's new travel show slammed by viewers as she bags herself and 'nepo baby son' a free holiday

ALISON Hammond’s new BBC travel show has been slammed by some viewers who tuned in to watch her holidaying in Florida with her son Aidan. Titled Florida Unpacked, the series is a new ten-part show for BBC Two and is a big step away from Alison’s usual daytime presenting. 3 Alison Hammond’s new… Alison Hammond’s … Read more

Dad furious after Ryanair charges him £100 for ‘illegal’ baggage rule

Dad furious after Ryanair charges him £100 for 'illegal' baggage rule

ONE passenger has demanded an apology and refund from Ryanair after he was fined £100 before boarding a flight. John Butler was heading on holiday with his family when they were stopped in the airport and forced to pay £50 each for two of their bags which reportedly were too big for carry-on. Dad furious … Read more