This was our first cruise and it won't be our last. We were a bit worried about driving to the dock not knowing where to go but it was well marked and you just followed the traffic. We were met by the porters who then took our cases and the drivers who then went and parked our car for the duration of our holiday. Then looking like lost sheep followed the rest of the people to join a line into the terminal port.

After about 30 minutes we were inside the terminal where we were asked to show your tickets and passports, then they took a picture of your face and issued you with a cruise card which you then used for the duration of the cruise as no money is used onboard. I thought this was a great idea.

This process went so smoothly and quick was a lot better than waiting for a plane. Read more