Sail Away: Discover which type of cruise is perfect for you!

From enormous ships packed with more restaurants and facilities than you can count to smaller ships focused on serving up luxury – ocean cruising is for everyone! You’ll never run out of things to do in-between stops and you’re essentially travelling in a floating resort, so you’ll enjoy all the excitement of visiting lots of incredible destinations without the hassle of packing up your hotel room each time. Ocean cruises sail all over the world, so it’s the perfect way to experience as much as possible on your vacation!

Imagine sailing down the Danube past ancient European castles or enjoying the rich natural world surrounding the Mekong. River cruising is a great option if you’re more focused on the itinerary than the cruise ship and looking for a voyage with plenty of sightseeing opportunities. Most of the actual cruising is done at night, meaning that you’ll go to sleep in one destination and wake up somewhere new. The smaller, more intimate ships used for river cruising also give passengers access to more remote destinations and, rather than days ‘at sea’, you’ll likely spend more of your days exploring the most incredible port cities and towns in the world. 

Looking for a way to see the world while living the high life at the same time? Luxury cruising is the way to do it! Picture comfortable suites, spacious public areas, stylish dress codes, gourmet dining and even private butlers! With smaller passenger numbers than many other cruise ships, luxury cruising is a much more personal experience. It’s also important to know some luxury cruises come with age restrictions, so you might need to leave the kids at home. Luxury cruises sail all over the world – from the icy waters of Alaska to the Mediterranean, Middle East or Asia. Talk to your Travel Consultant about luxury cruise options for your next vacation. 

With more focus on the experiences and excursions that take you off the ship, an expedition cruise is the perfect way to channel your inner Christopher Columbus as you navigate some of the most jaw-dropping natural wonders around. The smaller ships typically used for expedition cruising allow travellers to access more remote destinations, while also making for a more intimate experience at sea. There’s no shortage of destinations available, from the icy waters surrounding Antarctica to the epic fjords of Norway and the unique nature of the Galapagos Islands. 

Why not combine your holiday and your hobby for the ultimate cruising experience? Special interest cruises are a fantastic way to celebrate a niche, see the world and meet like-minded people at the same time! From country music to comedy, literature to food, gardening, art or sport – if you can dream it, you can probably cruise it. Hear from industry experts, take part in workshops and visit destinations related to your interest. Explore Monaco on a Grand Prix cruise or sail through France on a culinary journey. Cruising solo? Special interest cruises are perfect because you’ll have something in common with the other passengers right off the bat!