Step aboard for a holiday like no other.
Cruising. There’s no better way to see the world. By day, tick off a list of iconic places. By night, fill up on fine food and top entertainment.
A quick glance at the places we sail to is probably enough to tempt you aboard. From the hip streets of Barcelona to the glassy fjords of Norway, we go to some of the world’s most exciting destinations. But the ships themselves play an important part, too. We’ve got five ships in our fleet, offering everything from family-friendly to adults-only cruises.
Whichever you go for, you’ll find the same high standards across the board. The food’s top quality and there’s plenty of it, whether you plump for full waiter service or the 24-hour buffet. And the entertainment’s right on the money, too – everything from glitzy shows to that all-important disco. What’s more, we pride ourselves on great service that takes care of every detail. And here’s the best bit - it comes at no extra cost. Tips, transfers and port taxes are all included in the price of your cruise.
As if all that wasn’t enough to tempt you, we offer a cruise and stay option, too. Spend one week cruising and another in, say, the Dominican Republic. Or Tenerife, perhaps. Or maybe you’d prefer Sharm el Sheikh. As you can see, we’ve got plenty of places to choose from, including Majorca, Gran Canaria, Madeira, Corfu, Cyprus and Halkidiki. The choice is yours.
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Ports of Discovery
On a floating hotel with all the trimmings, you’ll be living the good life out on the ocean waves. But as nice as it is on the inside, it’s what’s on the outside that makes it really special. Your ship sets sail at night, so you cross the water while you’re sleeping and wake up in a different destination every morning.
So, where will it be? You’ve got the beaches of the Caribbean. The spires of St Petersburg. The Canaries’ volcanoes. In fact, we’ve got more than 100 destinations to tempt you. But more than that, there are the new experiences you’ll have while you’re there. Saddle up and go horse-riding in Turkey. Rev up a quad bike and tear through the Egyptian desert. Get the adrenaline pumping with an afternoon’s white-water rafting in Norway. The list really is endless. Book an excursion and have a guided tour of your sightseeing favourites. Or see it all under your own steam. We’ll give you a map, our top tips for getting around and a potted history to help you along the way. Here’s a taste of what’s on offer…
Caribbean
Set sail for tropical shores. Think lashings of sunshine, endless swathes of soft golden sand and water too blue to be true…
Ivory sands washed by neon-bright turquoise. The tinkle of steel drums drifting on the breeze. And a never-ending supply of feel-good rum cocktails. It can only be one place – the Caribbean. From island classics like Barbados and St Lucia to paradise hideaways like St Kitts and Tortola, our paradise hit list will have you reaching for the sun-cream in no time. Put simply, this part of the world was made for taking it easy. Devote your days here to lounging on the beach, snorkelling in bath-warm waters or swinging in a hammock in the shade of palm. That said, if sitting still drives you to distraction, there’s plenty on offer if you want to up the tempo. Go hiking in Tortola. Explore Hornblower-like forts in St Lucia. And hit the duty-free shops of St Maarten. All safe in the knowledge those shimmering shores are never far away…
Red Sea
World famous sights, spice-scented bazaars and waters teeming with tropical fish.
Be whisked back in time to a land of pharaohs and falcon-headed gods as you set about unearthing the treasures of Egypt. Lose yourself in the souks of Cairo. Behold a skyline carved with colossal pyramids. And crane your neck to see the mighty Sphinx. In Luxor, tiptoe through the haunting Valley of the Kings then check out the Luxor Temple on the banks of the Nile. Sailing through the famous Suez Canal is a moment you’ll never forget, while those of you with relaxation in mind will find what you’re looking for in Sharm El Sheikh. With its rainbow-coloured coral and flashing shoals of fish, it’s a scuba-diver’s dream. Jordan, meanwhile, adds an intriguing dimension to our itineraries. Follow in the footsteps of Indiana Jones with a trip to the 'Lost City' of Petra. The temples and tombs here provided the backdrop for Hollywood hit, Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade.
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The Atlantic Isles & Morocco
From the beach-rich Canaries to magical Morocco, get ready for an unforgettable journey - with plenty of sunshine thrown in.
A cavalcade of exotic sights, enticing smells and exciting new experiences await you here. One day you’re flexing your credit card in the sleek boutiques of Canarian cities, the next haggling for bargains in the souks of Morocco. Pick a pretty pavement café in Las Palmas, Gran Canaria’s cosmopolitan capital. Hop in a cable car and be whisked to the top of Tenerife’s Mount Teide. Or inhale the sweet scent of blooms as you take in the simple charms of sun-baked Madeira. Morocco, meanwhile, adds a touch of spice to a memorable voyage. Rummage for trinkets in buzzing souks. Watch medicine men work their magic inside ancient medinas. And soak up the sun in Agadir, whose winding ribbon of sand glimmers like gold.
The Western Mediterranean
Get ready to savour the crème de la crème of cosmopolitan Europe as you strut your way through some of the world’s most stylish cities.
Whether you’re sashaying down the grand avenues of Rome, admiring millionaires’ yachts in St-Tropez or placing your bets in Monte-Carlo’s famous casino, you’ll be smitten by this glam part of the world. So many sights await that the constant click of your camera will be the soundtrack to your cruise. Tilt your head to look at Pisa’s Leaning Tower. Imagine gladiators fighting to their deaths inside the Colosseum. And stand before world famous art in Florence. Then head for France and soak up the sun along Nice’s famous promenade. In Spain, Moorish treasures like Granada’s Alhambra Palace await you, not to mention the architectural gems of Barcelona. Elsewhere, Lisbon’s sights include a mighty castle which watches over a city filled with chic shops and tempting cafés. Tick off some of Europe’s finest cities in this stylish corner of the Mediterranean.
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The Eastern Mediterranean
From romantic Italian cities to sun-drenched Greek isles, there’s something for everyone in this irresistible slice of the world.
You'll be mesmerised by Venice, moved by the Crimea, and charmed by Dubrovnik as you chart a course through the Eastern Med. In Greece, head for Athens and climb to the top of the Acropolis for sweeping views over the city. Or stretch out on the silky sands of those irresistible Greek islands, adrift in a turquoise sea. Of course, there's no city in the world more romantic than Venice and a gondola ride through the canals is unmissable. As for must-see sights in this part of the world, you’ve got the ancient ruins of Ephesus in Turkey, Slovenia's haunting Postonja caves, and Istanbul’s famous Blue Mosque. Whether you're enjoying a glass of wine in Antalya's stylish marina or wandering round Sevastopol's military museum, you'll be enthralled from the moment your cruise begins.
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Scandinavia & the Baltic
Where soul-stirring scenery and magical cities are waiting to dazzle you.
From the beauty of Norway’s fjordlands to the buzz of Copenhagen’s café culture, it’s no surprise people return to this part of the world time and time again. Surround yourself in natural wonders like glistening fjords and mighty glaciers, waterfalls cloaked in rainbows and peaks dusted with snow. Sail to the Land of the Midnight Sun whose beauty inspires awe in all who stand in its haunting glow. Or take in some of Scandinavia’s most cosmopolitan cities as you lunch on Helsinki’s waterfront and shop ‘til you drop in stylish Stockholm. A wander through Poland’s oldest city, Gdansk, is like leafing through the pages of a history book, while the tangled alleyways of Medieval Tallinn are an explorer’s dream. In Russia, meanwhile, the famous skyline of St Petersburg, crammed full of spires and domes, is utterly unmissable.
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