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Ready to take your first cruise and don't know where to start? Well, you have come to the right place! 

Why Choose a Cruise?

We understand more than anyone the endless benefits that come with cruising. Not only does it offer extraordinary value for money, rivalling any land holiday, but it also offers the convenience of hassle-free travel to an array of destinations. Imagine waking up to a brand new setting each day, unpacking only once, all whilst relishing in exquisite cuisine, top-notch service and world-class entertainment. It’s no wonder cruising has become the preferred holiday of choice for so many.

Key things to consider when choosing your first cruise:

1. Cruise Line

Each Cruise Line offers something unique from the rest. Our team of Cruise Experts can pair you with the perfect match that will exceed your own personal wants and desires.

2. Destination

Explore many places in one magical trip with flights and sailings from the UK. From the Med, the Fjords and the British Isles to longer trips to Alaska, the Caribbean, Asia and beyond.

3. Type of Cruise

With ultra-luxury smaller sized ships, action-packed ground-breaking ships, family favourites, adults only sailings and... there really is the perfect cruise for everyone!

Our Cruise Experts are well-travelled and have first-hand experience of the cruises we sell, as well as the destinations, airlines and hotels we use. Combined with a wealth of experience selling cruises and a reputation for providing first class service, our Cruise Experts will ensure you choose the cruise most suited to your needs and are on hand to answer any questions you may have about tipping, dress code, cabin types, shore excursions, dining options and much more.

Feeling inspired? Call our Cruise Experts today to start planning your first cruise holiday. 

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    5-Day Bermuda Round-Trip Boston

    Norwegian Cruise Line

    Norwegian Breakaway 14 April 2026 5 nights

    Itinerary: Boston - Royal Naval Dockyard - Boston

    • Includes Savings of up to 50%
    • Upgrade for £199pp & get: Premium Drinks, Speciality Dining, WiFi & Excursion Discounts

    Cruise Only from

    • Interior £569pp
    • Ocean View £649pp
    • Balcony Call Us

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    Mediterranean from Civitavecchia

    MSC Cruises

    MSC Fantasia 14 April 2026 5 nights

    Itinerary: Rome - Barcelona - Marseille - Genoa - Rome

    • Save up to 45%
    • Elevate your Experience - Upgrade to Yacht Club - Ask for full details
    • Great family prices - children up to 17 years
    • Upgrade to All Inclusive from £28pppd
    • Gratuities Included

    Cruise Only from

    • Interior £339pp
    • Ocean View £379pp
    • Balcony £429pp
    • Suite £719pp

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    Mediterranean from Pireaus

    MSC Cruises

    MSC Sinfonia 14 April 2026 7 nights

    Itinerary: Athens - Olympia (Katakolon) - Kefalonia - Corfu - Bari - Santorini - Athens

    • Save up to 45%
    • Great family prices - children up to 17 years
    • Upgrade to All Inclusive from £28pppd
    • Gratuities Included
    • Big Balcony Sale - Upgrade for Less

    Cruise Only from

    • Interior £519pp
    • Ocean View £609pp
    • Balcony £789pp
    • Suite £1,269pp

    Includes extra savings of up to £53pp

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    Mediterranean from Naples

    MSC Cruises

    MSC Splendida 14 April 2026 7 nights

    Itinerary: Naples - Palermo - La Goulette - Barcelona - Marseille - Genoa - Naples

    • Save up to 45%
    • Elevate your Experience - Upgrade to Yacht Club - Ask for full details
    • Great family prices - children up to 17 years
    • Upgrade to All Inclusive from £28pppd
    • Gratuities Included
    • Big Balcony Sale - Upgrade for Less

    Cruise Only from

    • Interior Call Us
    • Ocean View £739pp
    • Balcony £799pp
    • Suite £1,249pp

    Includes extra savings of up to £52pp

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    Mediterranean from Genoa

    MSC Cruises

    MSC Orchestra 14 April 2026 7 nights

    Itinerary: Genoa - Florence/Pisa - Rome - Valencia - Barcelona - Marseille - Genoa

    • Save up to 45%
    • Great family prices - children up to 17 years
    • Upgrade to All Inclusive from £28pppd
    • Gratuities Included

    Cruise Only from

    • Interior Call Us
    • Ocean View Call Us
    • Balcony £769pp
    • Suite Call Us

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    Mediterranean from Messina

    MSC Cruises

    MSC World Europa 14 April 2026 7 nights

    Itinerary: Sicily - Malta - Barcelona - Marseille - Genoa - Naples - Sicily

    • Save up to 45%
    • Elevate your Experience - Upgrade to Yacht Club - Ask for full details
    • Great family prices - children up to 17 years
    • Upgrade to All Inclusive from £28pppd
    • Gratuities Included

    Cruise Only from

    • Interior Call Us
    • Ocean View Call Us
    • Balcony £969pp
    • Suite £1,809pp

    Includes extra savings of up to £75pp

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    Mediterranean with Italy & Croatia

    Princess Cruises

    Enchanted Princess 15 April 2026 10 nights

    Itinerary: Rome - Naples - Sicily - Malta - Split - Kotor - Corfu - Rome

    • Upgrade for only £50pp per day & get: All Inclusive Drinks, WiFi, Four Casual Dining Meals & Gratuities
    • Includes Savings of up to £600

    Cruise Only from

    • Interior £1,189pp
    • Ocean View Call Us
    • Balcony £1,999pp
    • Suite Call Us

    Includes extra savings of up to £62pp

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    Mediterranean from Livorno

    MSC Cruises

    MSC Orchestra 15 April 2026 7 nights

    Itinerary: Florence/Pisa - Rome - Valencia - Barcelona - Marseille - Genoa - Florence/Pisa

    • Save up to 45%
    • Great family prices - children up to 17 years
    • Upgrade to All Inclusive from £28pppd
    • Gratuities Included
    • Big Balcony Sale - Upgrade for Less

    Cruise Only from

    • Interior £489pp
    • Ocean View £549pp
    • Balcony £619pp
    • Suite Call Us

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    Mediterranean from Palermo

    MSC Cruises

    MSC Splendida 15 April 2026 7 nights

    Itinerary: Palermo - La Goulette - Barcelona - Marseille - Genoa - Naples - Palermo

    • Save up to 45%
    • Elevate your Experience - Upgrade to Yacht Club - Ask for full details
    • Great family prices - children up to 17 years
    • Upgrade to All Inclusive from £28pppd
    • Gratuities Included
    • Big Balcony Sale - Upgrade for Less

    Cruise Only from

    • Interior £649pp
    • Ocean View £709pp
    • Balcony £769pp
    • Suite £1,289pp

    Includes extra savings of up to £54pp

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    Greek Islands

    P&O Cruises

    Azura 16 April 2026 7 nights

    Itinerary: Malta - Athens - Chania - Olympia (Katakolon) - Malta

    • Direct Flights Available from London Gatwick, Belfast, Birmingham, Bristol, East Midlands, Glasgow, Manchester & Newcastle - subject to date & availability
    • Upgrade to the new P&O All-Inclusive Package - Drinks, Wi-Fi & Dining Credit from only £49pp per day
    • FREE Extra On Board Spend When Booking Select Fare Pricing
    • No Tipping Required
    • Big Balcony Sale - Upgrade for Less

    Fly Cruise from

    • Interior £689pp
    • Ocean View £689pp
    • Balcony £889pp

    Includes extra savings of up to £9pp

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