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New To Cruise?
Cruise holidays are the fastest growing sector of the travel industry and are now in vogue along with the latest cars and designer clothes.
Broaden your horizons and discover a whole new world for the perfect opportunity to escape from every day humdrum. Wake up at a different destination each day and benefit from several holidays in one. Cruises these days are fun, varied, relatively casual and incredible value for money. 
What to Expect on a Cruise.
Most people believe cruising is for a certain age group however more families, couples and single of all ages have begun to enjoy cruises as most ships offer good facilities for children and many offer parties and actives for single travelers.
If you’ve never cruised before it can be hard to imagine what a cruise involves, The food and service onboard a cruise ship is second to none and you are always surrounded by helpful, friendly staff for which nothing is too much trouble. All cruises are on a full board basis but some companies also offer an all inclusive upgrade, onboard entertainment is also included in your cruise price. Choosing The Right Cruise.
When booking a cruise it’s important to know what’s included in your cruise package.
As cruises vary, every cruise package will consist of different elements. A cruise-only from a UK port will only include your cruise, while a cruise to the Caribbean will normally leave from the USA so your package will include flights and 1 night pre cruise stay in a hotel. A Mediterranean cruise will normally include your flights and cruise only. We also offer a cruise and stay holiday which consist of 7 nights hotel and 7 nights cruise. Transfers from the hotel/airport are not usually part of your package but can be added or taxi’s can be obtained locally, our specialist’s will be able to advise you on duration, cost and distance of transfers. Want to Know More?
Call our cruise advisors for more information, help on choosing the right cruise for you, information on ships and cruiselines, or just for general help and advice.
0800 298 4910 |
 Don't think a cruise is for you?
Check out some of the most common questions we get asked about cruise holidays, and what the reality really is. You may be surprised! Am I Too Young For a Cruise?
Cruises these days are aimed and regularly attract all age groups with a wide range of facilities to suit all needs - after all you would not normally catch grandma rock climbing!. You can see from our offers that a wide range of durations are available to fit in with one or two weeks holiday from work.
Will I have to dress formally?
During a standard seven night cruise only 2 nights are formal nights in the main restaurant for evening meal only. If you want to participate during these two nights then a regular business suit is acceptable. If you don't want to participate then simply eat in one of the other restaurants.
For the rest of the cruise attire is usually casual where Jeans and t shirts are acceptable.Cruises are no loner the stuffy palaces they used to be. Aren't they very expensive?
If you compare what you would spend in the UK on hotel rooms, restaurant dinning for all meals, snacks, theatre tickets, night club entrances, fitness centres, travelling expenses to get around then throw in some flights - our cruise offers are a fraction of the cost.
Aren't they upper class?
The class structure days of the Titanic are over. Everyday people from all walks of life take a cruise mainly due to the incredibly low prices. Everyone on board ship has access to all passenger
areas of the ship regardless if you pay for a value for money interior stateroom or a plush suite. Will I have something to do?
Just take a look at the range of facilities the cruiselines has to offer on the ships. With more facilities than your local town -how can you get bored? As for feeling confined these ships have 14 passenger decks and are four football pitches long with a wealth of activities, entertainments and shopping.
Are they suitable for kids?
Perfect - the utlimate holiday for families. Food/Entertainment and facitlities are included in the cost. The buffet restaurants on these ships are a bonus for children that are fussy eaters or uncomfortable sitting in a more formal environment at set dining times. There are better children's facitlities on cruise ships than in the best land based resort hotels. Launderettes and baby sitting services are also available on the bigger ships. Most ships have up to 4 different childrens clubs with very different activities to suit 4 distinct age groups. Video arcades, arts and crafts, pirates adventures, burger bars, 24 hour pizza parlours, teen discos and internet cafes can all be found on a number of cruise ships. |