Hotels
Pre-Cruise Stay in Mauritius (3 Nights at LUX* Le Morne)
Last Updated on April 05, 2026 – Posted by Stefan DP Before our Ponant expedition cruise to Madagascar and South Africa, we spent three nights in Mauritius. We chose to stay on the southwest coast, close to Le Morne Brabant,…
Post-Cruise Stay in Cape Town (3 Nights Experience)
Last Updated on March 31, 2026 – Posted by Stefan DP After our Ponant expedition cruise on Le Bellot in March 2026, we decided to spend three additional nights in Cape Town. Our sailing ended in Durban, and instead of…
Hotels Near Port of Miami (2026 Guide for Cruise Travelers)
Last Updated on February 28, 2026 – Posted by Stefan DP Planning a cruise from Miami? Staying close to the Port of Miami can make embarkation day significantly easier, but only if you choose the right area. After more than…
Where to Stay in London Before a Cruise from Southampton
Last Updated on April 06, 2026 – Posted by Stefan DP London is one of the most common starting points for cruise itineraries departing from southern England. Most cruises in the region depart from Southampton, located about 1.5 to 2…
Where to Stay in Athens Before a Cruise (Best Areas + Practical Tips)
Last Updated on April 07, 2026 – Posted by Stefan DP Athens is the starting point for most cruises in Greece, with ships departing from the port of Piraeus. For cruise passengers, the main decision is not which hotel is…
Southampton Hotels with Cruise Parking (Port & Package Guide)
Last Updated on February 27, 2026 – Posted by Stefan DP Southampton is the UK’s busiest cruise port, and parking is often the first practical decision passengers need to make. Unlike airport parking, cruise parking here works through a mix…
St John’s Antigua Cruise Port: What to Know + Nearby Hotels
Last Updated on April 07, 2026 – Posted by Stefan DP Most cruise passengers do not need a hotel near St John’s Antigua cruise port. Antigua is primarily a port of call, meaning ships typically stop here for a day…
Bermuda Cruise Port Guide (Royal Naval Dockyard + Where to Stay)
Last Updated on April 07, 2026 – Posted by Stefan DP Most cruise ships visiting Bermuda dock at the Royal Naval Dockyard, located on the western side of the island. Unlike many Caribbean ports, ships often stay in Bermuda for…
Hotels near Nassau Cruise Port (Best Areas + Practical Options)
Last Updated on April 08, 2026 – Posted by Stefan DP Nassau is one of the busiest cruise ports in the Caribbean, with ships docking directly in downtown Nassau on New Providence Island. Because of this central location, many hotels…
Where to Stay in Rome Before a Cruise (Shuttle & Transfer Options)
Last Updated on February 27, 2026 – Posted by Stefan DP Rome’s cruise port is located in Civitavecchia, approximately 80 km (50 miles) from the city centre. Despite frequent searches for “Rome hotels with cruise port shuttle,” there are no…
Hotels Near Jacksonville Cruise Port (What About Shuttle Services?)
Last Updated on April 08, 2026 – Posted by Stefan DP Jacksonville is a smaller cruise port compared to places like Miami or Port Canaveral, and that affects how hotels and transportation work. Most hotels are not located near the…
Hotels near New Orleans Cruise Port (Shuttle & Walkable Options)
Last Updated on March 01, 2026 – Posted by Stefan DP New Orleans is one of the most convenient cruise ports in the United States when it comes to pre-cruise hotel stays. Both the Erato Street and Julia Street cruise…