I expected a no-frills Caribbean cruise - but instead found white-sand beaches, all-inclusive perks and surprisingly luxurious touches that felt far beyond the price tag
I tried a 'budget' Caribbean cruise - it was a far cry from what I had imagined
I expected a no-frills Caribbean cruise - but instead found white-sand beaches, all-inclusive perks and surprisingly luxurious touches that felt far beyond the price tag
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Lucy Needham Deputy Head of Showbiz
17:07, 29 May 2026
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