The Great Cruise Gratuity Debate
Ali WhelanPublished on: 02/10/2026
The debate is raging over cruise gratuities and whether or not passengers should remove them or not and what exactly they cover and who gets them.
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Why Are Holidays So Expensive Now?
Ali WhelanPublished on: 14/08/2026
An exploration of what sits behind the cost of your holiday and why are prices rising so much.
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When a Tip Is More Than a Tip?
Ali WhelanPublished on: 08/03/2026
When is a tip more than a tip? The whole culture of tipping is a bit of a minefield and in recent years, there’s been a noticeable push-back against tipping. This blog starts to explore what's happening with tipping.
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The Annual Leave Conundrum
Ali WhelanPublished on: 31/01/2026
A reflection on how processes to book annual leave are often at odds with modern holiday booking process and the pricing offers of booking a long time. in advance
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