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The world’s quirkiest cruise cabins
From a suite in the ship’s funnel to a family room with its own slide, these staterooms are as in demand as they are extreme
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A luxury cruise helped me connect my daughter with her Central American roots
Wary of returning to the Honduras of her childhood, our writer found an authentic – and family-friendly – alternative
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These boutique cruises are redefining luxury at sea
From private butlers to VIP excursions, these five-star voyages deliver on quality and service
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The complete guide to Greek island cruises
From Santorini to Symi, Mykonos to Milos – a cruise is the perfect introduction to Greece’s islands
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The 10 best European river cruises to book now
From the Dordogne to Danube, dotted with castles, vineyards, history and art – Europe’s great rivers are a wonder to discover by cruise ship
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The best shopping in Cape Town
From street markets to art galleries, this city is brimming with souvenir potential
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The perfect holiday in Cape Town
An insider guide to Cape Town, the South African city that excels in natural splendour
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The destinations trying to ban cruise ships and their ‘low-cost clientele’
The cruise backlash continues – see our map of every city trying to ban them
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A circumnavigational cruise is an experience unlike any other – and these are the best on Earth
Circle a country or region by sea and you will experience its changing character in a way no other trip can rival
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Five essential things you should know before you board a Celebrity Cruises ship
Everything you need to know about Celebrity Cruises, the cool cruise line with a magic carpet
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The £1.2bn project hoping to bring cruise ship building back to Scotland
The founder of Dark Island hopes the uber-wealthy will fork out up to £41m for a suite on his residential cruise ship
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Swarovski binoculars and champagne on tap – these are the world’s most luxurious cruise cabins
When it comes to high end on the high seas (or rivers), these cruise cabins are the cream of the crop
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Europe’s frozen frontier is set to become a tourism hotspot – go now before the crowds hit
Remote east Greenland and the west of Iceland will welcome more tourists than ever this year. Here’s why you should beat the rush
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The best things to do in Cape Town in 2025
Make the most of a trip to the South African city with these top attractions
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I’ve sailed on nearly 200 cruises – and these ‘goldilocks’ ships are my favourite
These mid-sized ships offer plenty of things to do, without being overcrowded – and can visit smaller ports that behemoths can’t reach
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Too much rain turned my holiday into a cruise to nowhere
High or low water levels can have a big impact on your itinerary. Our expert reveals what to expect – and whether you can claim compensation
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The art of designing a cruise ship – and the ugliest vessel of them all
With Celebrity Cruises asking the public to design its newest ship, here are a few pointers – and some mistakes to avoid
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15 incredible cruises for less than £125 a day
Cruises have a reputation for being expensive, but the truth is they can offer amazing value
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Amsterdam is the most anti-tourism city in Europe – but visitor numbers continue to grow
As the city prepares to celebrate its 750th birthday with a huge street party, some locals are seeking to exclude tourists from the fun
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The 10 best Alaskan cruises for 2025
Sailings to North America’s Last Frontier combine glaciers, wildlife and majestic scenery – our expert picks the best cruises
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Alaska is the spectacular winter wonderland that’s best explored by cruise
Alaska has 6,640 miles of coastline, glaciers, fjords and mountains to explore – and that’s before you’ve even considered wildlife
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The Caribbean’s overlooked ABC isles are best seen on a boutique cruise
Aruba, Curacao and Bonaire make for a charming trio when linked by a luxury sailing
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How to celebrate your retirement in 2025
As retirement sails into view, time restrictions on travel are a thing of the past. Here’s how to make the most of your newfound freedom
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‘We didn’t celebrate Independence Day until 1947’: My week on the river that built America
A new cruise delivers a different take on the Mississippi, from confederate history to spine-tingling gospel
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How themed cruise ships are keeping the Walt Disney Company afloat
The entertainment behemoth’s cruise line plans to more than double its fleet in the next six years
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10 new and exciting cruises to book in 2025
From Antarctica fly-cruises to Greek islands – take your pick from this year’s finest voyages
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The best time of year to book a cruise - and the best for 2025
Don’t delay; get it booked today, advises our cruise expert, as she reveals the year’s most enticing journeys on offer
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What happens if you get ill on a cruise
From norovirus to getting your money back – here’s everything you need to know if you get sick while sailing
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The electric 164ft ship that wants to be the future of cruises – but get ready for a lot more stops
New year, new cruise pledges. Could Hurtigruten’s solar- and battery-powered ships finally signal a real sea change for sustainability?
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A cruise for every month of the year in 2025
Get in early and plan your cruise adventures for next year, according to our month-by-month guide
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Cruise bosses predict 10,000-passenger ships and ‘floating cities’ within a decade
With around 70 new vessels planned by 2036, we asked cruise insiders to predict what holidays at sea will look like in 10 years’ time
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The world’s 25 best cruises to book for 2025
Our expert picks the most exciting sailings for the year ahead, including new routes and never-before-visited destinations
