Cruise holidays offer incredible choice when it comes to the destinations available. This is hardly a surprise when you consider that around 70% of the earth’s surface is covered by water. The versatility and variety offered by cruises means that travellers of all persuasions will be able to find something that appeals.

Mediterranean – West
Cruising the Western Mediterranean can be a popular and affordable way to enjoy some of the most famous places in Europe, such as Rome, Florence and Barcelona. Typically, holidaymakers will travel to top destinations such as France, Italy and Spain – including the Spanish islands. There are plenty of other options, of course, depending on the itinerary you choose, whether you fancy a visit to Portugal, Malta or perhaps Croatia. Many of these cruises sail throughout the year, with some ships skipping cooler locales in France or Italy and including stops in the Canary Islands and Morocco during the winter months.

Mediterranean – East
To fully experience the delights and mysteries of destinations such as Greece, Turkey and Black Sea stops such as Croatia, an Eastern Med cruise is the answer. They offer plentiful sun and beach fun, but also immerse cruisers in history and culture. The majority of Eastern Mediterranean cruises take place from spring through to autumn to take advantage of the best weather.

Baltic Region and Northern Europe
While often over-shadowed by the sunny Mediterranean, cruises to the less tourist heavy Northern Europe and Baltic provide access to a wide range of cultures and unique scenery. Baltic cruises typically visit Oslo, Copenhagen, Helsinki, Stockholm, St. Petersburg and Tallinn. Cruises that focus on the Norwegian fjords often stop at Bergen, Stavanger, Alesund, Flam and Tromso. And for a chilly but inspiring trip, you can head even further north with the cruises available around the artic and Greenland.

Transatlantic
For those who want to enjoy a leisurely trip to Florida or New York a transatlantic voyage on a luxurious cruise ship is the ultimate experience. These trips often spend 1 to 2 weeks at sea and include only a few ports of call, making these cruises perfect for people who enjoy ample leisure time on the open sea. With more time spent on the ship itself, the activities available on a transatlantic cruise ship are extensive, offering everything from cinemas and planetariums, to spas, gyms and of course plenty of shops, bars and clubs.

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Cruises are an extremely versatile form of travel. All sorts of holidaymaker will find something that appeals, whether seeking an exclusive, high end break or a more affordable discounted getaway. Ultimately, cruises offer flexibility, convenience and style – the perfect ingredients for a superior holiday experience.

The opportunity to visit a range of different destinations in one holiday is an obvious advantage to a cruise. Cruises can be arranged in almost any corner of the world and can range from a few days to a few months. In ten days, for example, you could travel from mainland Spain to the Canary Islands and Morocco, or in around ten weeks you could travel from Sydney to Southampton. Whatever you’re looking for, cruises offer a huge amount of choice.

With a cruise ship holiday you could quite easily find yourself on a beach in Cyprus one day and browsing the shops in Israel the next. Unlike more traditional holidays, though, the journey between the two destinations won’t be fraught with angst while you wait at the airport or try to negotiate local transport. Your experience will have been far more relaxing as you travel in style on your luxury cruise ship, which offers fine food and plenty to do, from lazing by the pool to shopping. One of the benefits of a cruise holiday is certainly the high level of comfort that can be offered on board, with many cruise ships aiming to make their guests feel ‘like royalty’ during their trip.

Another stress relieving aspect to a cruise is the all inclusive option that is commonly offered. Food and, of course, accommodation are covered for the whole trip. Many cruise ships have multiple restaurants on board covering a range of international favourites, so there are plenty of options. In some cases, various entertainments and alcoholic drinks are included as well. So, safe in the knowledge that the basics are taken care of, holidaymakers can concentrate on enjoying themselves. Any spare cash can be spent in a whole manner of ways, whether indulging in some retail therapy, relaxing in the onboard spa, or dancing that night away at one of the ship’s clubs

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