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Cruising expert Adam Coulter, UK Managing Editor at Cruise Critic, shared his top tips with Express.co.uk.

“Always pay close attention to where your cabin is located!” advised Coulter.

“Cabins directly below the pool deck, nightclub, theatre or bar are subject to loud noise – day and night.

“Also – beware of cabins toward the front of the ship on the lower decks near the engine or the anchor.

“When the ship pulls into port early in the morning, the sound of the anchor slowly dropping will wake even the heaviest of sleepers.”

It can be bad news for passengers who do find themselves in an unlucky room at the last minute.

This is why experts advise customers to do their research on the ship’s layout before they book their cabin.