Cruise News

Maiden Voyage: TUI Discovery

Take a fresh look at Thomson, says John Honeywell. Their latest ship might be just your cup of tea Cruising is a pretty cosmopolitan business these days, but sometimes we all crave home comforts. When you open your cabin door on Thomson’s TUI Discovery, you’ll find Yorkshire teabags from Taylors of Harrogate and a proper

August 2016

The last Wave – saying goodbye at sea

If you love cruising, you’ve probably spent some of your happiest times at sea. So when life comes to an end, why not make your final journey the same way? By Fran Golden All life can be found on a cruise ship. Relationships begin, marriage vows are made, and it’s not unknown for babies to

August 2016

Spoil yourself in the latest onboard spas

You’re allowed to spoil yourself on holiday – and the latest onboard spas are just the place to do it, as Jo Foley reports If you’re heading for a shore excursion from P&O’s Britannia, you’ll pass the spa reception en route to the gangway. That’s no accident – though cruise lines hardly need to sell

August 2016

Top 10 cruise destinations to spot Wildlife

Want to see brown bears? Most cruises start in Seattle or Vancouver, which means a day at sea cruising the beautiful Inside Passage. This string of islands and forested coastline stretches from Washington State via British Columbia to Alaska, and if you keep your eyes on the shore you may glimpse bears foraging on the beaches.

August 2016

Top 10 islands to visit in Greece

From tranquil coves to vibrant nightlife, and ancient history to fabulous food, the greek islands have it all. But each one is unique, so here’s our guide to finding your very own slice of paradise. By John Honeywell 1- CORFU The second largest of the Ionian islands, Corfu is closer to Italy than to Athens and

July 2016

Top 12 books for your summer holiday

From heart-warmers to spine-chillers and travel tales to audiobooks, World of Cruising’s books editor picks this month’s irresistible reads 6 Deckchair choices 1 THE BUTTERFLY SUMMER Harriet Evans Nina’s father died catching butterflies in the Amazon – didn’t he? When a stranger suggests otherwise, Nina’s world is rocked on its axis. Long-held family secrets form

July 2016

Sara Sipek – a warrior queen in the kitchen

Even after years of equality, there are precious few female executive chefs at sea. But appropriately enough, Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ Boudicca – named after a warrior queen – has one, and her name is Sara Sipek. “I started working in a pub as a cook on Saturday mornings for extra pocket money and I

July 2016

Top 8 destinations to experience a luxury adventure cruise

Go wild around the world, during a luxury adventure cruise. By STEVE NEWMAN When a penguin being chased by killer whales jumps out of the water and into your Zodiac to seek safety it’s a pretty memorable experience. This has happened in Antarctica, where the birds have no fear of humans and it amply illustrates a

June 2016

Top 3 cities to visit in the Baltic States

The Baltic States have a rich and chequered history, and at various times have been home to a number of different nationalities. Until the early 1990s Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania were part of the Soviet Union. Since then they have established their independence and are fascinating places to visit. By Susan Parker 1. Riga, Latvia Riga

June 2016

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We know choosing your next holiday destination can be tough, so we are pleased to offer you a free copy of World of Cruising Magazine. It is packed with destination guides and cruise reviews. We hope you will enjoy it as much as we do. To receive your free digital copy of World of Cruising,

June 2016

Montréal & Québec City destination guide

Eastern Canada is one of the cruise industry’s best-kept secrets but it is time word got out. In the 1800s Montréal provided an important sanctuary for sailing ships seeking respite from the fierce rapids on the mighty Saint Laurence River, and it quickly grew into an important transit hub. Today it, and neighbouring Québec City,

June 2016

Top 10 Caribbean paradise islands

A cruise is the best way to discover the Caribbean islands. On some itineraries you could catch as many as 10 in one voyage. Florida and Barbados are popular embarkation points, but there are also round-trip cruises from the UK for those who prefer not to fly. 1) Antigua Join an afternoon yoga class on

June 2016

MS Mayfair Nile: River Cruise Review

Political unrest has almost destroyed Egypt’s tourist industry, but Nile cruises remain popular and largely unaffected Anthony Nicholas took a memorable trip to the Land of the Pharaohs. The Nile at sunset. A felucca arcs soundlessly across the blood red river, the sail canted at a crazy angle. The doleful wail of the evening call

June 2016

Viking Cruise Line’s Vision for Great Food

A bright star appeared in May. It had nothing to do with the summer’s ‘Star of Bethlehem’ phenomenon as Jupiter and Venus danced in the night sky; this was the first ship from Viking Ocean Cruises sailing on her pre-christening voyage from Istanbul. Viking Star exudes a healthy blend of meticulous design, peerless material quality

May 2016

Top 10 gardens to visit by cruise ships

Travel by cruise ship to some of the finest gardens in the world. Here’s our Top 10. Monet’s Garden Giverny, France The house at Giverny sails on a froth of white lilies, daisies and roses, rising above a sea of exuberant planting rather like a cruise ship on the ocean. The most famous of the

May 2016

Teas and Seas: Eric Lanlard at The Epicurean on board Britannia

Nothing could be more British than afternoon tea, says John Honeywell – even when it’s prepared on board ship by a brilliant (if slightly eccentric) Frenchman. Cucumber sandwiches are a centrepiece of the Queen’s Buckingham Palace garden parties; fondant fancies fill plates at country house hotels, and there is unlikely to be a resolution

May 2016