Cruise Holidays 2025/2026
Cruise Holidays
Once thought of as a type of holiday for the older generation, cruises have become one of the most innovative holiday types around. The ability to watch incredible theatre productions, experience cookery classes with the world's top chefs, slide down the flumes of a waterpark and even try your hand at surfing, can all be done while at sea on a cruise ship. Incredible isn't it?
Cruise companies like Carnival, Royal Caribbean and P&O Cruises have revolutionalised the cruising industry, accommodating all budgets and all interests. From dedicated adults only cruises and all inclusive cruises to specialist themed cruises and the wilder Antarctic cruises, there are so many to choose from, and if you've never been and want to try, the popular "mini-cruise" is the perfect place to start.
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MSC Virtuosa
MSC Virtuosa is the perfect cruise ship for a family holiday. With 5 swimming pools, an outstanding kids' club and baby club, virtual games arcade and Savannah Aquapark, this liner is decked out with everything children could want from a holiday. For adults, theatre shows, live entertainment, a luxury spa and wellness area, and the star attraction, the MSC Starship Club with a robot bartender, make the stay just as fun and exciting.
And not only does it offer lots of sailings from Southampton (no flying!), it also offers mini cruises and short breaks, making it perfect for "testing the water" if you've never been on a cruise and want to see what they're all about.
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Cruising from the UK
Southampton has always been know as the main gateway port for cruises from the UK. It's world class passenger terminal facilities have developed over time, and the car-drop off system has been planned to the smallest of details. The result? A very slick start to your holiday.
Although the majority of cruises in the UK depart from Southampton port, other ports around the UK have also gained the opportunity to offer other regional cruise departures, including from Newcastle, Hull, Bristol and Liverpool. In fact Liverpool's planning authorities have given the go ahead for a £50m new cruise terminal, close to it's existing waterfront location.
Deals & Offers
There are lots of great ways to save money on a cruise holiday. For a start, booking in advance can help you secure the price, get extra discounts or free onboard credit, and allow you to pay a low deposit and pay the balance off over time. Last minute offers may also be available. These cruise ships are leaving anyway and cruise lines hate to see them go empty so may have last minute discounts. And finally, every so often, one or two companies offer free child place cruises, or discounts for children, helping you save on a family holiday.