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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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    Amsterdam

    P&O Cruises

    Ventura 01 September 2026 4 nights

    Itinerary: Southampton - Amsterdam - Southampton

    • FREE Extra On Board Spend When Booking Select Fare Pricing
    • No Tipping Required

    Sail From UK from

    • Interior £459pp
    • Ocean View £469pp
    • Balcony £589pp

    Includes extra savings of up to £13pp

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    Mediterranean & Aegean

    Princess Cruises

    Enchanted Princess 01 September 2026 7 nights

    Itinerary: Rome - Salerno - Santorini - Kusadasi - Olympia (Katakolon) - Rome

    • Upgrade for only £50pp per day & get: All Inclusive Drinks, WiFi, Four Casual Dining Meals & Gratuities
    • Big Balcony Sale - Upgrade for Less

    Cruise Only from

    • Interior £709pp
    • Ocean View Call Us
    • Balcony £819pp
    • Suite £1,159pp

    Includes extra savings of up to £36pp

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    Mediterranean, Aegean & Adriatic

    Princess Cruises

    Enchanted Princess 01 September 2026 14 nights

    Itinerary: Rome - Salerno - Santorini - Kusadasi - Olympia (Katakolon) - Rome - Corfu - Dubrovnik - Kotor - Naples...

    • Upgrade for only £50pp per day & get: All Inclusive Drinks, WiFi, Four Casual Dining Meals & Gratuities

    Cruise Only from

    • Interior £1,509pp
    • Ocean View Call Us
    • Balcony £2,569pp
    • Suite £3,149pp

    Includes extra savings of up to £98pp

    more details

    7 nights Western Mediterranean from Barcelona

    MSC Cruises

    MSC Meraviglia 01 September 2026 7 nights

    Itinerary: Barcelona - La Goulette - Palermo - Naples - Florence/Pisa - Marseille - Barcelona

    • Direct Flights Available from Manchester & Dublin - Subject to Availability
    • Elevate your Experience - Upgrade to Yacht Club - Call for full details & limited time offers
    • Great family prices - children up to 17 years
    • Gratuities Included
    • Big Balcony Sale - Upgrade for Less

    Cruise Only from

    • Interior £889pp
    • Ocean View £989pp
    • Balcony £1,179pp
    • Suite £2,359pp

    Includes extra savings of up to £98pp

    more details

    7 nights Eastern Mediterranean from Piraeus (Athens)

    MSC Cruises

    MSC Sinfonia 01 September 2026 7 nights

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

    • Great family prices - children up to 17 years
    • Gratuities Included

    Cruise Only from

    • Interior Call Us
    • Ocean View £959pp
    • Balcony £1,259pp
    • Suite £1,419pp

    Includes extra savings of up to £59pp

    more details

    10 nights Western Mediterranean from Marseille (Provence)

    MSC Cruises

    MSC Opera 01 September 2026 10 nights

    Itinerary: Marseille - Malaga - Cadiz - Lisbon - Alicante - Mahon - Olbia/Sardinia - Genoa - Marseille

    • Great family prices - children up to 17 years
    • Gratuities Included

    Cruise Only from

    • Interior £1,049pp
    • Ocean View £1,379pp
    • Balcony Call Us
    • Suite Call Us

    Includes extra savings of up to £58pp

    more details

    7 nights Western Mediterranean from Genoa (Portofino)

    MSC Cruises

    MSC Musica 01 September 2026 7 nights

    Itinerary: Genoa - Marseille - Valencia - Ibiza - Cagliari - Rome - Genoa

    • Great family prices - children up to 17 years
    • Gratuities Included
    • Big Balcony Sale - Upgrade for Less

    Cruise Only from

    • Interior £1,059pp
    • Ocean View £1,169pp
    • Balcony £1,199pp
    • Suite Call Us

    Includes extra savings of up to £50pp

    more details

    7 nights Western Mediterranean from Livorno (Florence)

    MSC Cruises

    MSC Splendida 01 September 2026 7 nights

    Itinerary: Florence/Pisa - Cagliari - Palermo - Malta - Barcelona - Marseille - Florence/Pisa

    • Elevate your Experience - Upgrade to Yacht Club - Call for full details & limited time offers
    • Great family prices - children up to 17 years
    • Gratuities Included

    Cruise Only from

    • Interior Call Us
    • Ocean View Call Us
    • Balcony £1,229pp
    • Suite Call Us

    Includes extra savings of up to £52pp

    more details

    7 nights Western Mediterranean from Civitavecchia (Rome)

    MSC Cruises

    MSC Orchestra 01 September 2026 7 nights

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

    • Great family prices - children up to 17 years
    • Gratuities Included

    Cruise Only from

    • Interior Call Us
    • Ocean View Call Us
    • Balcony Call Us
    • Suite £1,679pp

    Includes extra savings of up to £70pp

    more details

    7 nights Western Mediterranean from Marseille (Provence)

    MSC Cruises

    MSC Musica 02 September 2026 7 nights

    Itinerary: Marseille - Valencia - Ibiza - Cagliari - Rome - Genoa - Marseille

    • Great family prices - children up to 17 years
    • Gratuities Included
    • Big Balcony Sale - Upgrade for Less

    Cruise Only from

    • Interior £909pp
    • Ocean View £989pp
    • Balcony £999pp
    • Suite £1,489pp

    Includes extra savings of up to £62pp

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    My experience is with Alana McEwen at Scotlands Cruise Centre who are part of cruise kings and is always excellent. We have booked so many cruises with them and I always feel that she instinctively knows what I need in my bookings. Our bookings are always a complete package covering flights, transfers, hotels and of course the cruise. Thanks you Alana.

    Mr Bell / July 2026

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