I do think you are being unfair to Gt Yarmouth. it is the same old story once you get a bad reputation everyone makes sure it is maintained. Everywhere has its downside and I dont care where you are talking about. Lets face it even on the Queen's doorstep there are rough sleepers etc. A lot of people end up on the wrong end of the tracks through no fault of their own. Deprivation in this country is everywhere , that is where money should be spent. Some folk cant help themselves I agree but just because you are on a what is referred as a luxury cruise , at that price for a ticket I would doubt it was that luxurious, it doesnt mean to say you are going to visit the most exotic and luxurious places in the world. Lets face it on a cold and rainy day anywhere can be daunting.