Cruise secrets: Best free things to do on cruise ship holidays revealed

Drinking

If you’re on an alcohol-inclusive fare, it’s worth making the most of the beverages available (within reason). It’s not just luxury cruise lines that offer this now, however.

Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Sky includes most drinks in its basic cruise prices.

In 2016, Norwegian announced: “All guests sailing from Miami aboard Norwegian Sky will enjoy an even more all-inclusive cruise experience with dining, entertainment and now free unlimited beer, wine and premium spirits included.

“Whether they choose white or red, shaken or stirred, on the rocks or straight up, Norwegian Sky guests will revel in the freedom and flexibility of the most inclusive contemporary cruise vacation at sea.”

Meanwhile, on Oceania ships, you can benefit from free-poolside milkshakes.

Eating

Pizza is nearly always a favourite food – and it’s even better when it costs nothing at all.

Princess Cruises offer free pizzas from Alfredo’s Pizzeria – an Italian-style venue aboard Grand Princess, Sapphire Princess, Royal Princess, Regal Princess, Majestic Princess and Sky Princess.