Queen Anne is Cunard's first ship in a decade. Credit: Cunard The launch of a new Cunarder is always big news – and with six months to go, Queen Anne is already making a splash, as Will Payne reports All eyes will be on Queen Anne when she sets sail from Southampton to Lisbon on May 3, 2024 with her 3,000 lucky passengers on board. Luxury line Cunard has a lot riding on this launch – it … [Read more...]

Sister vessels Seabourn Venture and Seabourn Pursuit will sail over 40 voyages to the Arctic, Antarctica, the Amazon, the Kimberley region in Australia, the South Pacific, the Northwest Passage, and more. Seabourn Venture will run 21 cruises, ranging from eight to 28 days in duration between May 2025 and March 2026 from the Arctic to Antarctica.Elsewhere Seabourn Pursuit will run 20 cruises, … [Read more...]

Windstar Cruises has withdrawn a ship from the Middle East this winter due to the uncertainty with the current situation in the region, and re-deployed it to the western Mediterranean.The 312-passenger Star Legend will now sail week long cruises in the Mediterranean from December 2023 through April 2024. Ports of call include Barcelona, Nice, Florence/Livorno, Marseille and Rome.Windstar president … [Read more...]

You launched your Sunday programme on Classic FM in January. How’s it going?Well I think the show is going quite well. I would say that, wouldn't I, but I get lots and lots of nice comments, as I'm ambling around my local park for a walk or coming into the pub. I think a lot of people are listening to it, and I think they're getting a slightly different Andrew Marr than they’re used to, … [Read more...]

What could be better than winning a wonderful 2024 no-fly cruise for two to the iconic Norwegian Fjords? We’ve teamed up with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines to offer you the chance to win a cruise for two to enjoy a ‘Springtime Falls & Norwegian Fjords’ cruise, departing from Southampton on June 19, 2024. The lucky winner and their companion will be treated to this wonderful eight-night cruise on … [Read more...]

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Credit: Shutterstock Whether you’re a culture vulture or a beach babe, here’s how to make your Caribbean dreams come true Sapphire waters, shining beaches and a tangle of deep-green foliage; such an idyllic picture is what draws many people to the Caribbean. But did you know that the region is also rich in historic interest, with colonial mansions and formidable fortresses? Add the … [Read more...]

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In need of some sun to brighten these dreary months? Discover our pick of the best winter sun destinations to escape the UK Chilly mornings, golden hues and crisp, falling leaves – the sure signs that autumn has arrived. As magical as it sounds, the rapidly approaching great British winter can be a rather dismal and dark affair, which makes it the perfect time to set sail in pursuit of some … [Read more...]

While passengers are exploring ashore and making the most of their onboard, cruise ship staff are hard at work making sure your sailing goes smoothly. Here Valerie Perry, cruise and travel director at Holland America Line lets us on in what her job entails – and shares her insider tips on how to make the most out of a holiday at sea Often you’ll find that a lot of crew had taken cruises growing … [Read more...]

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Credit: Ali Pitchford Looking for a holiday that will delight both the young and young at heart alike? Ali Pitchford and her family enjoyed both ‘me-time’ and ‘Mickey-time’ on a sailing with Disney Cruise Line. Here she shares her experience with World of Cruising How much ‘Disney’ is actually onboard a Disney cruise?There’s definitely a dose of Disney onboard Disney Wish, which is the … [Read more...]

The cruise industry is booming once again. Credit: Shutterstock Bucket-list voyages are on the rise as are new-to-cruise agents, while cruise sales are booming despite the cost-of-living crisis. Ahead of Clia Cruise Week (September 18-23), we asked the experts to discuss the trends that are making waves World of Cruising's Kaye Holland caught up with P&O Cruises’ director of sales Ruth … [Read more...]

What was your first cruise holiday and where did you go?My first cruise holiday was through the Panama Canal with my young family – it was an incredible experience. The highlight, of course, was passing through the Panama Canal itself and witnessing the engineering marvel up-close. What do you love most about cruise holidays?That would be the combination of onboard hospitality and onshore … [Read more...]

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Credit: RSC/Cunard The Royal Shakespeare Company's Stuart Turner on meeting Alfie Boe and why New York is his favourite cruise destination Having starred in Heathers: The Musical at The Other Palace Theatre, the UK tour of Romeo & Juliet and many more productions, Stuart Turner has now joined forces with Cunard to share his talent on the high seas. Stuart will be playing Gielgud/ … [Read more...]

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Pinnacle-class ship Nieuw Statendam will operate 10 round-trip European cruises from Dover in 2025. Itineraries range from 14 to 42 days and cover the Canary Islands, British Isles, Norway, Iceland, Greenland, Iberia and the eastern Mediterranean.Highlights include a 14-night Canary Islands itinerary. Calling at Casablanca, Agadir, Lanzarote, Tenerife, Madeira and Leixoes, the cruise departs from … [Read more...]

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