Summary - there’s a bewildering range of cruise destinations out there – choosing the best one for you can seem almost impossible, but our simple destination guide helps you pick the ideal cruise swiftly and easily. For the cheapest cruise prices please use our search feature.
Adriatic
The Adriatic is a large inlet in the Mediterranean which plays host to some of the most beautiful places in Europe, from the waterways of Venice to stunning towns like Dubrovnik. A cruise in the Adriatic region is a must for anyone who enjoys stunning scenery, good weather and historical architecture.
Africa
Africa immediately makes many people think of safari and wilderness, many cruises in this region include excursions to National Parks for visitors to observe and admire the amazing animals, from lions to leopards, that live in this part of the world.
Alaska
Alaska is in the north west of the North America continent.
Amazon
Amazon - an Amazonian cruise offers the chance to explore both a rainforest and its exotic wildlife.
Antarctica
Antarctica is simply stunning. Most cruises to this region run from mid-November to March.
Asia
Asia - is a vast and rapidly expanding cruise destination, taking in China, Japan, Hong Kong and Taiwan as well as Thailand.
Australia & New Zealand
A cruise in the stunning Australasian part of the world, will always involve a cruise into Sydney harbour looking out upon the world-famous & impressive Sydney Opera House & Harbour Bridge.
Bahamas
Bahamas - a favourite destination for cruise lines: Disney, Holland America, NCL and Royal Caribbean all have private islands here.
Baltic and Fjords
A cruise in the Baltic Sea region has so much to offer from amazing scenery including the awe-inspiring fjords created by glacial movement to many amazing Northern capitals. The Baltic region covers many countries including Norway, Sweden, Germany and Poland with so many varying cultures to enjoy on your cruise.
Bermuda
Bermuda - is a calm cruise destination, famous for its relaxed old world style – note that this destination is quite old-fashioned in terms of dress and there have been problems in the past with cruise passengers drinking, swearing and entering public places in swimwear.
British Isles
Visit the Channel Islands and the Scilly Isles, then on to the contrasts of Waterford or Londonderry, or even the far north of Scotland, there is as much beauty close to home as the far flung destinations we also travel to. Discover beautiful parts of the British Isles that maybe you didn’t know even existed.
Canada
Canada - famous for its warm welcome, autumn colour and superb seafood, the Canadian seaboard offers a different kind of cruise.
Canary Islands
The Canary Islands are Spanish, located off the coast of West Africa and offer year round glorious sunshine. There are seven islands and six islets, they include the islands of Gran Canaria, Lanazarote and Tenerife.
Caribbean
The Caribbean is often the place many people think of when cruising and is hugely popular with cruisers from all over the world as their holiday destination.
Dubai and Emirates
Dubai and Emirates – Dubai is a rapidly growing cruise destination, although facilities are still limited and service can be patchy.
East Mediterranean
East Mediterranean – often focused on Greece, the Eastern Med offers an island-hopping cruise experience that combines culture and history with sun and fun.
Europe
A European Cruise is often chosen by ‘first time cruisers’ or those who have been to Europe before and would like to understand more about this culturally diverse area and visit more places all in one trip.
Expedition Cruise
Expedition Cruise - most cruises are based around fun and sun but expedition cruises are based around experiences ashore.
Far East
Travelling to the mysterious East, there is so much to see and explore from the ancient civilisations to the wondrous temples, historic architecture and beautifully clear beaches.
Galapagos
Galapagos – a cruise to the Galapagos Islands is a chance to see some of the rarest and most fragile plants and animals in the world.
Hawaii
Hawaii – a classic cruise destination, Hawaii has it all. You might think it’s a bit of an old-fashioned choice.
Iberia
Iberia – you can sail from the UK and many cruises take in the Canary Islands, Bilbao or the glories of old Lisbon.
Indian Ocean
Indian Ocean – a vast cruise destination that could take in Kenya and Mauritius or Madagascar and the Seychelles.
Mediterranean
The Mediterranean is known for its warm climate, golden beaches and is a popular holiday destination.
Mexico
Mexico – called the Mexican Riviera itinerary, this is a fun-in-the-sun classic cruise route along the west coast of Mexico.
Middle East
Middle East – destinations in the Middle East include Bahrain, Egypt and the UAE. Dubai has increasingly become a stay-cruise destination on a solo port itinerary.
Mini Cruise
Mini Cruise – also called taster cruises and sampler cruises, these are usually weekend-long cruises.
New England
New England – while the autumn colour has long been a key reason to cruise this region.
North America
North America is a large area, so please check specific cruise itineraries for details of the journey you would like to make. However, there are many amazing cities to visit on this voyage that are either on the coast or very close to it.
Northern Europe
Northern Europe – whether you choose Paris or Dublin, Amsterdam or St Petersburg.
Norwegian Fjords
Norwegian Fjords – not the cheapest cruise around, a Norwegian fjords trip is still ranked as one of the best for scenery, and friendliness, and if you pick the right time of year, you may see the Northern Lights, or herds of reindeer!
Panama Canal
Panama Canal – just about every cruise company offers a trans-canal itinerary, allowing a cruise ship to travel from the Caribbean to the Pacific or vice versa.
Red Sea
Red Sea – a relatively new cruise itinerary, this route often takes in day or overnight trips to Petra as well as visits to the Pyramids and what is increasingly being called the ‘Red Sea Riviera’ with its water sports and spa facilities.
South & Central America
South & Central America – normally a 14 day cruise around Cape Horn, the South American itinerary has been increasingly popular with those who want to touch the Antarctic Peninsula or those who love to party in Rio by taking a seven day Brazilian cruise.
South Pacific
South Pacific – this island hopping cruise itinerary visits many relatively undeveloped bays, ports and islands along with the famous destinations: Tahiti, Moorea, Bora Bora and Raiatea. Think of the classic desert island and that’s what a South Pacific cruise will deliver!
South Pacific & Asia
South Pacific & Asia – this brand new mash-up of two classic cruise destinations typically offers Singapore, Bali, Darwin and Brisbane as the type of port calls. It’s a varied itinerary with quite a few sea days and contrasting destinations.
Transatlantic
Sailing from Europe to America across the Atlantic is a world famous journey that is perfect for those who do not want to call at many ports but would like to savour the onboard experience and all that is on offer from fine dining, entertainment and of course just relaxing on deck perhaps with a cocktail.
West Mediterranean
West Mediterranean – the best known of all cruise routes for the British market, this itinerary includes classic countries like Gibraltar, Spain, France, Italy, Sicily, Malta, Libya, Tunisia, Algeria and Morocco and island port calls in Ibiza, Majorca, Corsica and Sardinia.
Western Europe
Western Europe – roundtrip cruises from the UK are the perfect answer to worries about flights and transfers, and visit ports like Rome, Lisbon, Antwerp, the Channel Islands and Belgium which are hassle-free, culture rich destinations that welcome cruise passengers with fabulous experiences.
World
World – a world cruise means a new destination every day or couple of days, sightseeing opportunities on virtually every continent.