Cruise secrets: How to ALWAYS avoid the crowds when using onboard facilities

Adam Coulter, UK Managing Editor of Cruise Critic spoke to Express.co.uk on how to avoid them during a trip at sea.

“Port days often involve a mad dash to the gangway as soon as the all-clear has been given for passengers to start the disembarkation process,” he explained.

“Those booked on ship-sponsored shore excursions are generally given priority, but people still cluster at the exits.

“If you want to avoid all the hubbub, stay onboard (or leave the ship a bit later in the day).

“Should you choose to forgo your port day – especially if you’ve already visited a particular port on the itinerary – you can avoid crowds at the pool, in the spa, at the buffet and just about anywhere else on the ship.”