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New to Cruising – Need some advice?

Cruise holidays are becoming more popular and affordable than ever, and now is a great time to go if you're new to cruising with so many great discounts for travel staff, and your family and friends. Cruise choices are endless, but picking the best one for you is another matter! Luckily for you, we are the cruise experts, and we would love to help you take that first cruise holiday of a lifetime!

A cruise holiday allows you to unpack once and journey in comfort and style from one stunning port to another. With different worldwide destinations, types of ships, itineraries, holiday styles, shore excursions and onboard facilities available to tailor-make the getaway you want.

So, what are some of the quick things to know if you’re new to cruising?

There's so much included as well, from spacious accommodations and endless activities to exquisite dining and more. Wherever you want to go, there's a cruise to match your taste and budget. This is what makes holidays at sea all the more exciting.

There's a cruise for everyone

River cruise or expedition? Intimate boutique yacht or traditional ship? Individual or couple? Family or group? Ultra-luxury or casual experience? And so on. There's a variety of activities, entertainment and facilities to suit every type of traveller. Many people opt for a Mediterranean getaway for their first cruise as it’s close to the UK with interesting ports to choose from. The Caribbean is another amazing experience for first time cruisers. Rest assured that whatever you choose, we’ve got tempting offers to get you there.

They're great value holidays

There's simply no better way to visit so many countries without breaking the bank. With stunning destinations, fun activities, world-class entertainment, dining and more included in the price, holidays at sea offer excellent value for money. Being in the travel industry you get to cruise at a fraction of the price with your discounts and exclusive deals. Cruise are a great way to take advantage of your travel perks and try something new.

You can take the whole family

If you're travelling with family, there's plenty to keep the children and teens occupied, from extensive kids/youth programmes to facilities made for exhilarating adventures. Join in on the family fun or drop them off with the professionals while you squeeze in some adult-only time. Wherever you want to go with the family, there's a cruise for the young - and the young at heart

You can make it a quick break

If you’re looking for a taster or you’re just short on time, our mini cruises give you BIG adventures for small prices. What's not to love? They are great starter cruises if you don't want to spend a lot to or travel too far to try one out. There are lots of mini cruises in the Med and Europe or that you can add onto a land holiday when travelling long haul.

There's a convenient holiday from local UK ports

Start the fun from home with a wide range of convenient holiday departures right from local UK ports. Hassle-free, no flying required AND you'll get to enjoy the onboard pleasures quicker! What could be better?

Check below for some great offers to get you cruising! Call us FREE on 0800 619 0900 for more details and to book. You can also make a request online on your chosen offer.

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