Ferry from Rosslare to Cherbourg (France)

CiniO · 14-11-2009 12:16AM #1

I'm planning to go for holidays during christmas to the continent.
I want drive, so taking a ferry is a must.
Only thing is I've never been on a ferry or any other ship before.

I know there are two companies offering ferries on this route (Irish Ferries and Celtic Link). Both offer similar prices. Which one would you recommend? Also what should I know about travelling on ferry - any tips and tricks.
I'm definitly gonna book cabin to have some sleep on a ferry (travel takes almost 20hours).
Is it easy to sleep on a ferry, or it might be to noisy or to swingy?

I have pretty big distance to drive after (almost 2000km) so I would like to be properly rested before. Do you think it's possible to have such good rest on a ferry?

TEMPLAR KNIGHT · 14-11-2009 12:20AM

i did this journey to france with my mother and father before i dont get sick on boats but to be honest it wasnt a very nice experience the room was way too small for 3 people and only 2 beds but the worst thing was at night when trying to sleep everytime the ship went up and down you could here it banging of the waves and it would take the heart out of you even though you know nothing bad is happening, but if i had to do the boat trip again i would its not that bad but it isnt very nice either ha

oirishman · 14-11-2009 12:33AM

The first time you travel by sea is always hard on your stomach.you get used to it after that.Irish ferries have a new ship which i havent been on but the Celtic link is fine...it goes a bit slower and so it is a little bit smoother.plus you get your meals.a few drinks def help once on board.and take some ginger tablets as well.

P. Breathnach · 14-11-2009 01:09AM

I have used both services, and never had a problem sleeping on the boat. In fact, I quite like making the crossing because I find it a resful way to travel. Bring something to help you pass the time. I generally get through a book, but others prefer music, DVD players, or computers.

The inclusion of meals on Celtic Link is quite a bonus. The food is not bad, and there is plenty of it (3 meals). The cabins are fairly large as well. The boat is older, and not as nice and fresh as the Oscar Wilde.

I am sometimes alarmed to see how much people drink on ferries. They seem to forget about the vehicle that they will be driving the following day.

CiniO · 14-11-2009 01:19AM

But I suppose 1 or 2 pints in the evening will do no harm, if ferry arrives at 5pm.

P. Breathnach · 14-11-2009 01:45AM

CiniO wrote: »

But I suppose 1 or 2 pints in the evening will do no harm, if ferry arrives at 5pm.

Of beer, yes. Not wine or spirits!

It's not people that drank a pint or two that worried me. Some really laid into it.

Ferry from Rosslare to Cherbourg (France)

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