Daily Archives: October 26, 2026

What is a freighter – CargoHolidays guide
What Is a Freighter? Freighter Ships Explained
26 October

What Is a Freighter? Freighter Ships Explained

Last updated: 26 October 2026 · By Steve Joury, cargo trip advisor at CargoHolidays A freighter is a ship designed to carry cargo rather than passengers – in other words, a cargo ship. Freighters move most of the world’s trade, and a few also carry a handful of paying passengers. Here’s what the word means, […] Read More
Categories : FREIGHTER TRAVEL
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Christmas on a cargo ship – CargoHolidays guide
Christmas on a Cargo Ship: Celebrating the Holidays at Sea
26 October

Christmas on a Cargo Ship: Celebrating the Holidays at Sea

Last updated: 26 October 2026 · By Steve Joury, cargo trip advisor at CargoHolidays Christmas on a cargo ship is quieter than at home but often surprisingly festive: crews decorate the mess, the cook prepares a special meal, and passengers are welcomed into the celebrations. If you’d like to escape the usual holiday rush, here’s […] Read More
Categories : CARGO CRUISE
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UK to Spain by boat – CargoHolidays guide
UK to Spain by Boat: Ferry Routes, Crossing Times and Tips
26 October

UK to Spain by Boat: Ferry Routes, Crossing Times and Tips

Last updated: 26 October 2026 · By Steve Joury, cargo trip advisor at CargoHolidays You can travel from the UK to Spain by boat on direct ferries from Portsmouth and Plymouth to Santander and Bilbao in northern Spain. Crossings take around a day or more, usually with an overnight cabin, and you can take your […] Read More
Categories : EXPLORING EUROPE BY SHIP
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Inside a cargo ship – CargoHolidays guide
Inside a Cargo Ship: A Deck-by-Deck Tour of a Container Ship
26 October

Inside a Cargo Ship: A Deck-by-Deck Tour of a Container Ship

Last updated: 26 October 2026 · By Steve Joury, cargo trip advisor at CargoHolidays Inside a cargo ship, most of the space is cargo hold; the people live and work in a tall accommodation block with cabins, mess rooms, a galley and, at the top, the bridge. Deep below is the engine room. Here’s a […] Read More
Categories : LIVING ON A CONTAINER SHIP
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Cruises without flying – CargoHolidays guide
Cruises Without Flying: Every Way to Cruise From UK Ports
26 October

Cruises Without Flying: Every Way to Cruise From UK Ports

Last updated: 26 October 2026 · By Steve Joury, cargo trip advisor at CargoHolidays Cruises without flying start and end at a UK port, so you drive or take the train to the ship and sail straight out. Southampton, Dover, Portsmouth, Tilbury, Liverpool, Newcastle and other ports offer everything from three-night breaks to round-the-world voyages. […] Read More
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