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I’m a cruise ship entertainment boss, this is how we choose our theatre shows

Norwegian Cruise Line’s head of entertainment Bryan White takes cruise editor Marc Shoffman behind the curtain of cruise ship shows

The Independent UK · Oct 2

These two coastal Florida cities are both great for family holidays – but in very different ways

Miami and St Pete-Clearwater aren’t usually associated with kid-friendly activities, yet Marc Shoffman discovers that they both have undergone surprisingly successful family-focused revamps

The Independent UK · Sep 20

Explora Journeys has launched its largest-ever cruise ship – here is what it’s like on board

Cruise editor Marc Shoffman discovers how Explora Journeys is bringing a luxury hotel experience to the sea

The Independent UK · Sep 11

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I took my family on a Galapagos Islands cruise and it changed how I feel about wildlife

Marc Shoffman and family swapped waterslides for natural wonder on a National Geographic Lindblad Expeditions vessel

The Independent UK · Aug 26

Expedition cruises are going beyond the polar regions in 2027

Six Star Expeditions is tapping into one of travel’s biggest trends

Evening Standard · Aug 21

I sailed the Rhine on a family-friendly river cruise and my kids loved it – even without any waterslides

Cruise expert Marc Shoffman explored the Netherlands and Germany with his children on A-Rosa Sena

The Independent UK · Aug 4

Ship swaps and missed stops: How river cruise lines are dealing with low water levels

Cruise editor Marc Shoffman explains how passengers could be affected by droughts across Europe

The Independent UK · Jul 30

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I spent a week on Royal Caribbean’s Legend of the Seas, the world’s largest cruise ship

Cruise Editor Marc Shoffman explored the megaship’s rides, pools and theatre shows ahead of its launch this summer

The Independent UK · Jul 10

I took a mother-and-son cruise around Croatia – did it provide the bonding time we desperately needed?

Having not travelled together for decades, Cruise Editor Marc Shoffman and his mother Naomi took to the Adriatic Sea on a seven-day sailing

The Independent UK · Jul 8

I’m a cruise expert and this extraordinary Croatian island is my favourite to visit

After sailing through the Adriatic, Marc Shoffman discovered an island steeped in extraordinary – if dubious – history

The Independent UK · Jun 26

I sailed under Tower Bridge on a luxury cruise ship

Cruise editor Marc Shoffman was one of the first guests to sail with Windstar in London

The Independent UK · May 27

From floating resorts to luxury vessels, the different types of cruise ship explained

Cruise editor Marc Shoffman explains how to choose the best vessel for your voyage

The Independent UK · May 20

Can you still book Middle East cruises – and is it safe?

IS IT SAFE MIDDLE EAST CRUISE: Cruise editor Marc Shoffman explores the current state of cruising in the Gulf

The Independent UK · Apr 29

I went behind the scenes to see the new Celebrity River Cruises ships – here is what guests can expect

Cruise writer Marc Shoffman donned his hard hat for a behind the scenes tour of the brand’s first river cruise ship

The Independent UK · Apr 28

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The Independent UK · Apr 22

Revealed: The most popular destinations for UK cruise passengers

Industry data suggests seven-night departures remain the most popular sailing duration

The Independent UK · Apr 15

The best cruise suites at sea, from family treehouses to ship funnels

Staying in a suite can add an extra element of luxury to a sailing

The Independent UK · Apr 8

I sailed on the first paddlewheel river cruise ship on the Seine – it was like traveling through a painting

Cruise editor Marc Shoffman was impressed by the unusual vessel on a trip through France’s capital

The Independent UK · Apr 8

The best first-class amenity kits from top airlines, rated and reviewed by the Travel desk

Premium passengers are given all things practical and luxurious on board

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The Independent UK · Apr 1

I sailed on the new Norwegian Luna cruise ship – it feels out of this world

Cruise editor Marc Shoffman reveals the slides, shows and sea views aboard the new vessel

The Independent UK · Mar 31

The best world cruises for sailing around the globe

With voyages ranging from 90 to almost 200 days, a world cruise can be a great way to tick off numerous continents

The Independent UK · Mar 31

What it’s like to sail on the cruise ships named the World’s Greatest Places

Recently-launched vessels, MSC World America and Disney Destiny, are on the list

The Independent UK · Mar 19

Disney reveals name of latest Wish class cruise ship

It had its steel cutting ceremony in August 2025 and is currently being built at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Germany

The Independent UK · Mar 13

From coeliac to vegan, the best cruises for special dietary needs

Some cruise lines and tour operators offer sailings dedicated to specific dietary needs

The Independent UK · Mar 10

Behind the scenes as Explora Journeys develops three new luxury cruise ships

The fleet is getting close to completion, giving passengers a greater choice of vessel

The Independent UK · Feb 27

How Celestyal changed my mind about winter sun cruises for families

Between dolphin sightings and desert Jeep tours, Marc Shoffman and family make unforgettable half-term memories on a cruise in the Arabian Gulf

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