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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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    Belgium

    P&O Cruises

    Small Ship Experience

    Aurora 21 April 2026 3 nights

    Itinerary: Southampton - Brugge - Southampton

    • Adult Only
    • 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

    Sail From UK from

    • Interior £389pp
    • Ocean View £409pp
    • Balcony £439pp

    Includes extra savings of up to £4pp

    more details

    Mediterranean from Barcelona

    MSC Cruises

    MSC Fantasia 21 April 2026 6 nights

    Itinerary: Barcelona - Marseille - Genoa - Rome - Naples - Barcelona

    • Elevate your Experience - Upgrade to Yacht Club - Ask for full details
    • Great family prices - children up to 17 years
    • Gratuities Included

    Cruise Only from

    • Interior £489pp
    • Ocean View £539pp
    • Balcony £589pp
    • Suite £979pp

    Includes extra savings of up to £41pp

    more details

    Mediterranean from Pireaus

    MSC Cruises

    MSC Sinfonia 21 April 2026 7 nights

    Itinerary: Athens - Katakolon - Kefalonia - Corfu - Bari - Santorini - Athens

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

    Cruise Only from

    • Interior £499pp
    • Ocean View £619pp
    • Balcony £809pp
    • Suite £1,139pp

    Includes extra savings of up to £48pp

    more details

    Mediterranean from Genoa

    MSC Cruises

    MSC Musica 21 April 2026 7 nights

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

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

    Cruise Only from

    • Interior Call Us
    • Ocean View Call Us
    • Balcony £999pp
    • Suite Call Us

    Includes extra savings of up to £42pp

    more details

    8 Night Western Caribbean Cruise

    Royal Caribbean

    Radiance of the Seas 22 April 2026 8 nights

    Itinerary: Tampa - George Town - Cozumel - Roatan - Costa Maya - Tampa

    • Limited Time Savings - Call Our Cruise Experts Today

    Cruise Only from

    • Interior £719pp
    • Ocean View Call Us
    • Balcony Call Us

    Includes extra savings of up to £37pp

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    Mediterranean from Marseille

    MSC Cruises

    MSC Fantasia 22 April 2026 5 nights

    Itinerary: Marseille - Genoa - Rome - Naples - Barcelona

    • Elevate your Experience - Upgrade to Yacht Club - Ask for full details
    • Great family prices - children up to 17 years
    • Gratuities Included

    Cruise Only from

    • Interior £449pp
    • Ocean View £509pp
    • Balcony £569pp
    • Suite £969pp

    Includes extra savings of up to £41pp

    more details

    Mediterranean from Valletta

    MSC Cruises

    MSC World Europa 22 April 2026 7 nights

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

    • Elevate your Experience - Upgrade to Yacht Club - Ask for full details
    • Great family prices - children up to 17 years
    • Gratuities Included
    • Big Balcony Sale - Upgrade for Less

    Cruise Only from

    • Interior £599pp
    • Ocean View £969pp
    • Balcony £1,049pp
    • Suite Call Us

    Includes extra savings of up to £44pp

    more details

    Mediterranean from Marseilles

    MSC Cruises

    MSC Musica 22 April 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 Call Us
    • Ocean View £839pp
    • Balcony £969pp
    • Suite £1,569pp

    Includes extra savings of up to £66pp

    more details

    Western Mediterranean

    P&O Cruises

    Azura 23 April 2026 7 nights

    Itinerary: Malta - Toulon - Florence/Pisa - Rome - 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 £589pp
    • Ocean View £619pp
    • Balcony £689pp

    Includes extra savings of up to £21pp

    more details

    Mediterranean

    P&O Cruises

    Azura 23 April 2026 14 nights

    Itinerary: Malta - Toulon - Florence/Pisa - Rome - Malta - Corfu - Dubrovnik - Zadar - Catania - 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 £1,079pp
    • Ocean View £1,429pp
    • Balcony £1,579pp

    Includes extra savings of up to £45pp

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    Staff were extremely helpful, knowledgeable and efficient. Our cruise was booked in a very short time and after sales service has been excellent.

    Maureen McGlinchey / April 2026

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    Very professional and very helpful on every aspect. I would definitely use them again, Nicola and Danni was also so knowledgeable about the trip

    Mrs Mowat / March 2026

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