From the Deck

Insider knowledge from someone who has actually been on the ships.

What My Clients Actually Ask Me: A Week Inside Small Ship Cruise Planning

A real look inside the questions small ship cruise clients bring to their travel advisor each week, from excursion waitlists to the true all-in cost of a cruise.

August 29, 2026 · 5 min read

Why Your Last Cruise Disappointed You (And It Probably Wasn't the Ship's Fault)

Most cruise disappointments aren't about cruising. They're about being on the wrong ship. Helen King on why fit matters more than reputation, and how to find your match.

August 25, 2026 · 6 min read

When Is the Best Time to Book a Small Ship Cruise?

Cruise pricing follows a curve most travellers never see coming. Helen King on why "I'll wait and see" has a real cost, and when the smartest travellers actually book.

August 24, 2026 · 5 min read

The Question Every Luxury Cruise Passenger Should Be Asking Their Travel Advisor

More travel advisors than ever are moving into the luxury cruise market. Some of them are ready for it. Many are not. Here is what I would be asking if I were looking for someone to manage my next Regent sailing.

July 15, 2026 · 8 min read

Why Your Regent Dining Reservations Should Already Be Made

First-time Regent Seven Seas passengers are often surprised by what they did not know going in. Here is what sailing as a paying passenger since 2012 has taught me, and what I make sure every client knows before they board.

July 1, 2026 · 10 min read