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With all those adverts, deals and offers flying about, it can often feel overwhelming when trying to figure out what works best. Our recommendations should help clear the waters and give you the confidence to book your next cruise holiday!

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What are the best Mediterranean cruises? An expert guide

Discover seven standout cruise lines for exploring this endlessly enticing region, from la dolce vita on the Amalfi Coast to Santorini’s turquoise seas.

What are the best cruises for LGBTQ+ travellers?

These five cruise lines, offering everything from luxury river sailings to far-flung Pride expeditions, are setting the bar for inclusive travel at sea.

The best cruises for couples: an expert guide

Whether romance means sipping rosé on the Douro or spotting polar bears by zodiac, there’s a cruise for that. Here are six standout picks for couples.

What are the best Greek Island cruises?

Explore the enchanting Greek Islands of the Aegean Sea with our curated selection of top cruises, tailored to suit different travellers' tastes and budgets.

What are the best Scottish island cruises?

Sail away to whisky distilleries, windswept beaches and wildlife havens with our guide to the best cruises around Scotland’s unforgettable islands.

What are the best Arctic cruises? An expert guide

We’ve picked out the coolest Arctic cruises for every kind of traveller, whether you're craving gorgeous landscapes, adventurous antics or sub-zero luxury.
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The best luxury cruises. An expert guide

Raphael Giacardi
28th May 2025
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The best value cruises. One for every traveller

Daniel Edward
28th May 2025
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What are the best cruises to Alaska? An expert guide

Daniel Edward
28th May 2025
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What are the best cruises for honeymoons?

Andy Hill
23rd May 2025
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What travel insurance to book for your next cruise?

Kate Holroyd
29th March 2025
Family cruising

Cruise safety for kids: What parents need to know

Kate Holroyd
28th March 2025
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Oceania Cruises unveils Vista’s 2027 Around the World Cruise

Raphael Giacardi
25th March 2025
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The hidden costs of cruising and how to plan for them

Gillian Carmoodie
9th March 2025
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How to get kicked off a cruise ship

Gillian Carmoodie
7th March 2025
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The ultimate guide to cruise ship entertainment

Gillian Carmoodie
6th March 2025
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10 ways to save money on a cruise

Raphael Giacardi
28th February 2025
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What to pack for your first cruise?

Kate Holroyd
28th February 2025
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Experience MORE at sea with NCL

Kaye Holland
22nd February 2025
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Hey big spender: the best around-the-world cruises to book

Kaye Holland
18th February 2025
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Why Seabourn’s entertainment is second to none

Kaye Holland
15th February 2025
Interviews

Meet Dr Alison Smith, curator of the National Portrait Gallery’s Edvard Munch portraits  

Kaye Holland
14th February 2025