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Why is cruising so popular? Find out the answer to this and so much more inside

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Seeking the sun and star s with Princess Cruises page 30

SEPTEMBER 2024 EDITION

Featured Content

04 Welcome to cruising 12 Ships for all Tastes P&O Cruises have a ship for every occasion and style 18 More Than You Can Imagine Royal Caribbean has a wow factor unlike any other 24 Queen Anne Cunard's 249th ship heralds the dawn of a new era 30 Seeking the Sun and Stars Meet the first two next-generation 'Sphere-class' ships from Princess Cruises Find out what makes cruising so popular

Welcome to the September edition of New to Cruise

Seize the moment and take that next step! I just wanted to take this time to reflect and share with you why cruising isn’t just a holiday, but more of an experience of a lifetime full of laughter, breathtaking scenery, heart-warming moments and utter relaxation.

Just imagine…waking up, peeking out the window and wondering what sights and sounds you’ll discover each and every day. It might be the sheer natural beauty of Norway’s fjords; the bustling cities of Barcelona or Istanbul; the island beaches of Mykonos or St Lucia; or even just the freshest of air while at sea. And it doesn’t stop there! Let’s not forget the amazing offerings while onboard like the impeccable service to rival any five-star hotel; the superb range and quality of dining and mouthwatering food options to choose from; high- calibre entertainment options to excite and dazzle you; or simply just kick back and relax poolside or

in one of the luxurious spas and read that book you meant to finish.

Sounds great, yes? But the icing on the cake is those special moments you spend with your loved ones, your families and those newly found friends as you sail away. Cruising helps create those magical experiences. I encourage you to take your first leap and discover the wondrous world of cruising. Explore something amazingly unique, tap into those curiosities and await those unforgettable experiences that I’ve relived time and time again. It’s truly eye-opening!

Catriona Head of Cruise

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Terms and conditions: Advertised offers are based on 2 adults sharing the lowest category stateroom/cabin/suite unless otherwise stated. Single travellers: Supplements may apply and promotions may vary. Offers are subject to availability, can change without any prior notice and may go up or down in price. Flight inclusive packages are based on the selected UK departure airports unless otherwise stated. Hosted by Hays Travel staff: Offers where ‘hosted’ by Hays Travel are subject to booking numbers and cannot be confirmed until closer to departure date. Hosts will be either (1) available from departure flight throughout or (2) available once in resort or (3) on cruise embarkation. Notifications regarding your hosts travel arrangements will be sent no later than 6 weeks prior to departure. Saga: *Applicable up to 75 miles of the port each way or a shared chauffeur service nationwide. Holland America: Have It All Booking Bonus Offer is applicable to the following and ends 01 October 2024 (1) speciality dining benefit based on cruise duration and restaurant availability; (2) shore excursion credit based on cruise duration. Values of credit may vary; (3) Elite beverages package is for guests 1 and 2 sharing and applicable to ages of 21+. Daily limit of 15 beverages per day and priced $15 or less. (4) Wi-Fi packages may vary. Cunard (ref: Norwegian Fjords): 10% savings valid on new bookings only when confirmed between 04 – 16 September 2024 only. Based on a Cunard Fare with inclusive benefits. All Cruise Lines: Cruise Line campaign(s) and saving messages are strictly controlled by the Cruise Line(s) and are subject to change or be withdrawn without notice. Additional benefits may be available or applicable where not advertised in this mailer. Some destinations may not be suitable for people with wheelchairs or with walking difficulties. Some ports of call may be tendered whereas vessels drop anchor a short distance away and use small boats to reach the shore. Advertised onboard entertainment shows may vary and can change without notice. Offers advertising drinks or beverages packages may vary per cruise line (please ask for details). Some onboard facilities and items may incur a charge. Select destinations may require travel authorisation for visa-exempt travellers to be completed prior to travelling. Hays Travel LTD excepts no responsibility or compensation for any incomplete forms or declined entries from the respective country or countries that the individual(s) are visiting. All details and pricing are correct at the time of print. Hays Travel reserves the right to correct any errors or omissions in this mailer. Further terms and conditions may apply. Please ask for details.

TOP REASONS TO CRUISE

Welcome to cruising

Value for money

See multiple destinations, unpack only once

Family friendly

Fabulous food & cuisine

A variety of on board activities

Endless accommodation options

Cruising is the fastest-growing sector of the travel industry. Last year, 2.3 million holidaymakers from the UK and Ireland chose to holiday at sea.

Cruise ships come in all shapes and sizes - from less than a hundred passengers to over 6,000

– and everywhere in between. Large ships tend to be lively with super-cool activities; they have a variety of pools, action- packed kids and teens clubs, multiple restaurants, and top-billing entertainment.

Smaller ships offer more ‘me-time’ and tend to sail to off-the-beaten-track ports. Life on board can offer the ultimate

chill-out or a continual social whirl; it's your choice. One aspect that always takes newbies by surprise is just how much is included on a cruise, unlike those niggling little extras that can be a bugbear on resort holidays. One great way to put your toe in the water is a mini-cruise that lasts from two to five nights. These are ideal for first-timers, as they're every bit as pukka as their longer cousins. The world might be your oyster, but when booking your first cruise, it's hard to know where to begin. Need inspiration? The experienced team at Hays Travel can give you the best advice. For travellers who want levels of service, cuisine, and comfort rarely found in hotels on land, cruising is a no-brainer.

Seaborne holidays represent fantastic value; your cruise package will include accommodation, superb food, spectacular shows, and fun-filled activities, plus, in many cases, flights and transfers. Also, with countless shore excursions on offer, cruising is by far the most convenient way to see the world. Cruising can take you to places you might not have considered before, such as Alaska, South America, and Asia, as well as the top picks of the Mediterranean, Scandinavia, and the Caribbean. Following a slick embarkation, you sail away to enchanting new destinations in as little as seven days without having to repack your bags. And best of all, you can leave your wallet in the safe, while the captain delivers breathtaking new vistas almost every day. If you prefer to swerve air travel, there are plenty of no-fly cruises that depart from ports across the UK. ? The answer, which a lot of non- cruisers are realising, is the huge amount of choice on offer for a broad spectrum of budgets. So why is cruising so popular?

TEMPTING TASTERS

Hamburg & Rotterdam Break

English Sights & European Delights

From £ 614

From £ 1,059

/ person

Independence of the Seas® 5 nights | 20 July 2025 Sailing from Southampton

Scarlet Lady 6 nights | 30 August 2025 Sailing from Portsmouth

DAY DESTINATION / ACTIVITY

Southampton ENG Start your 4 night full board cruise

Southampton ENG Start your 5 night full board cruise

Portsmouth ENG Start your 6 night full board cruise Sail the Atlantic Ocean

Ireland & Isle of Portland

Sail the Irish Sea

Sail the North Sea

2 3 4 5

2 3 4 5 6

Cork (Cobh) IRE

Hamburg DEU Rotterdam NLD

La Coruna ESP

Isle of Portland ENG Southampton ENG Disembark ship

Bilbao ESP

Sail the North Sea Southampton ENG Disembark ship

Bordeaux (Le Verdon) FRA Sail the Atlantic Ocean

From £ 299

/ person

Portsmouth ENG Disembark ship

MSC Virtuosa 4 nights | 12 October 2024 Sailing from Southampton

Step aboard MSC Virtuosa for a four-night cruise around Northern Europe from your home-port of Southampton.

✓ Gratuities included ✓ 5 outstanding pools including a waterpark at sea + Adults drinks package for £160pp & Minors drinks package for £60 per child

✓ Expect next-level thrills to low-key chills onboard ✓ Spoiled for choice dining options ✓ Experience Grease the Musical onboard

✓ Award winning cabin design, Michelin-star menus and brilliant service ✓ Dining at over 20 eateries, Wi-Fi, tips & gratuities, soda & water, fitness classes and entertainment are all included in the fare

A day at sea lets you indulge in a massage at MSC Aurea Spa, relax by the Atmosphere Pool, shop in Galleria Virtuosa, let Rob, MSC Starship Club’s humanoid robotic barman, mix you a cosmic cocktail; and enjoy acrobatics, dance, and live music in Carousel Lounge. Cork is your gateway to Irish history at Blarney Castle, the Cliffs of Moher’s scenic beauty, and Irish-made whiskey at Midleton Distillery Experience. The Isle of Portland leads to the Jurassic Coast, the majestic swans at Abbotsbury’s Swannery and Gardens, and the magic and mystery of Stonehenge.

SOLO TRAVELLER

INTEREST FREE DIRECT DEBIT PAYMENT PLANS AVAILABLE

SOLO TRAVELLER

Bella Interior Stateroom from £ 299 / person

Bella Ocean View Stateroom from £ 339 / person

Bella Balcony Stateroom from £ 359 / person

Bella Interior Stateroom

Interior Stateroom from £ 614 / person

Ocean View Stateroom from £ 800 / person

Balcony Stateroom from £ 864 / person

Interior Stateroom from £ 2,284 / family of 4

Interior Stateroom from £ 1,059 / person

Sea View Cabin from £ 1,329 / person

Sea Terrace Cabin from £ 1,329 / person

Solo Insider Cabin from £ 2,118 / person

from £ 756 / person

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TEMPTING TASTERS

Belgium & Netherlands

Hamburg Getaway

From £ 429

From £ 449

/ person

P&O Cruises Iona 5 nights | 13 March 2025 Sailing from Southampton

Sky Princess® 5 nights | 14 October 2025 Sailing from Southampton

DAY DESTINATION / ACTIVITY

Southampton ENG Start your 5 night full board cruise

Newcastle ENG Start your 5 night full board cruise

Hosted Exclusive: Fjords & Falls

Sail the North Sea

Sail the North Sea Skjolden NOR Cruising Lustrafjord and pass Umes Stave Church

2 3

3-4 Rotterdam NLD 5

3-4 Hamburg GER 5

Bruges (Zeebrugge) BEL Southampton ENG Disembark ship

Sail the North Sea Southampton ENG Disembark ship

From £ 849

Ulvik NOR Scenic cruising Hardangerfjord and cruising Maurangerfjord & Furebergf

/ person

Sail the North Sea

5 6

Balmoral 5 nights | 23 May 2026 Sailing from Newcastle (Port of Tyne)

Newcastle ENG Disembark ship

This exclusive five-night cruise aboard Balmoral from Newcastle through the majestic fjordland of Norway is hosted by Hays Travel staff member and includes a private premium on-board drinks party. The journey is timed to witness waterfalls at their strongest due to melting mountain ice and apple trees in full bloom. Mountainous landscapes and serene waterways are unveiled on Hardangerfjord and a diversion along Maurangerfjord lets you capture the sprawling Fureberg Waterfall. Elsewhere, you’ll have opportunities to experience amazing wonders like the Nigardsbreen Glacier, Vøringfoss Waterfall, and Jotunheimen National Park; and delight in outdoor pursuits such as kayaking, hiking, and foraging in Ulvik.

✓ 8 included dining experiences ✓ 4 swimming pools, including an Infinity pool ✓ Tips included on every sailing

✓ £50pp low deposit ✓ Award winning food & entertainment + Upgrade to Princess Plus for only £50pp per day & receive Plus Beverage Package, Wi-Fi, crew appreciation and more

✓ Hosted by Hays Travel staff member on departure ✓ Included group savings and £75 per person on board spending money ✓ Private premium onboard drinks party

INTEREST FREE DIRECT DEBIT PAYMENT PLANS AVAILABLE

SOLO TRAVELLER

Inside Cabin from £ 429 / person

Sea View Cabin from £ 499 / person

Balcony Cabin from £ 529 / person

Inside Cabin from £ 1,256 / family of 4

Interior Stateroom from £ 449 / person

Balcony Stateroom from £ 579 / person

Mini-suite

Interior Stateroom from £ 1,196 / family of 4

Interior Room from £ 849 / person

Ocean View Room from £ 949 / person

Balcony Cabin from £ 1,699 / person

Single Interior Cabin from £ 1,419 / person

from £ 669 / person

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TEMPTING TASTERS

Rhine Gorge & Cologne Discovery

Mistletoe & Rhine

From £ 999

From £ 899

/ person

MS Emily Bronte 3 nights | 18 March 2025 Regional flights & overseas transfers

TUI Isla 5 nights | 18 December 2024 Regional flights and overseas transfers

DAY DESTINATION / ACTIVITY

Cologne ENG Start your 3 night full board cruise Cruising the Rhine Gorge and Rudesheim GER

Fly UK to Frankfurt GER Start your 5 night full board plus cruise

Southampton ENG Start your 3 night full board cruise

Magical Experience to France

Koblenz GER

Cherbourg FRA

2 3 4 5 6

2 3 4

Dusseldorf GER

Sail the North Sea Southampton ENG Disembark ship

Cologne GER Cologne GER Disembark ship

3 4

Cologne GER

Rudesheim GER

From £ 949

Frankfurt GER Disembark ship and fly to the UK

/ person

Disney Fantasy 3 nights | 22 August 2025 Sailing from Southampton

Embark Disney Fantasy in Southampton for a trio of nights sailing back and forth across the English Channel to France.

✓ Five-star ship with impeccable onboard service ✓ Daytime activities and a range of evening entertainment ✓ 3 included insightful excursions

✓ Enjoy Germany’s yuletide favourites and popular Christmas markets ✓ All onboard tips included ✓ Upgrade to all-inclusive for £21pp per night

✓ Original Broadway-quality shows ✓ Character experiences & movie screenings ✓ Sparkling pools and spectacular fireworks at sea

The ship drops anchor at Cherbourg. Take a journey of underwater exploration at Cité de la Mer, gaze at millions of stars at Ludiver Observatory and Planetarium, or journey to the Normandy beaches where the famed WWII invasion occurred. A day at sea lets you make memories – get your thrills on AquaDuck wild-water ride as the kids have hands-on fun at AquaLab’s wacky water stations, and adults find tranquillity at Quiet Cove Pool or Senses Spa & Salon. Disney’s Aladdin – A Musical Spectacular is the perfect finale to your cruise.

INTEREST FREE DIRECT DEBIT PAYMENT PLANS AVAILABLE

SOLO TRAVELLER

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Superior Cabin

French Balcony Cabin from £ 984 / person

Superior French Balcony Cabin from £ 994 / person

French Balcony Suite from £ 1,124 / person

Middle/Upper Deck Suite from £ 999 / person

Superior Suite from £ 1,199 / person

Deluxe Balcony Suite from £ 1,399 / person

Standard Suite from £ 999 / person

Interior Stateroom from £ 949 / person

Ocean View Stateroom from £ 969 / person

Balcony Stateroom from £ 1,039 / person

Interior Stateroom from £ 3,099 / family of 4

from £ 899 / person

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Ships for all Tastes

P&O Cruises once forged the sea routes of Empire, they are now acclaimed for offering a truly British cruise experience across the globe.

The traditional style attracts a loyal clientele who cherish this distinctive brand of cruising. Upping the ante and defying convention. Next-gen highlights on Arvia include Mission

P&O Cruises has a ship to suit all tastes. Arcadia and Aurora are fine-tuned exclusively for adults. The family-friendly ships, Arvia, Azura, Britannia, Iona, and Ventura, are ideal for junior cruisers thanks to the programme of age-specific entertainment at The Reef. British tastes are catered for with tea kettles in the cabins, draught beer on tap, and famous Food Heroes including Marco Pierre White. Cruising is often regarded as a pricey holiday option, but when you consider what you get for your money, it represents great value. With P&O Cruises pricing policy, full board dining, theatre shows, live music, sports, and tips are included; even extras are moderately priced. Best of all, the currency on board is the pound. P&O Cruises fly-cruises from a variety of UK airports follow the winter sun to the Canary Islands, the Caribbean, and exotic lands during the winter months. In summer, there are explorations of the Mediterranean from Malta. The comprehensive array of hassle-free, 4, 7, or 14-night no-fly cruises all depart from Southampton, bound for over 200 destinations. Resorts cannot match a cruise ship that ups anchor and sails to new destinations. Instagram- gold ports and endless fun are all included in memorable holidays with P&O Cruises.

Control, a multi-sensory immersive submarine simulation game, the Altitude Skywalk high- ropes experience, as well as the glass-roofed SkyDome which is entertainment central. The giant SeaScreen on Arvia and Azura shows family favourites, classics, and latest releases. Gary Barlow is even music director at the 710 Club on Arvia and Iona.

Family friendly or exclusively for adults, larger or a little more modest - P&O Cruises have a ship for every occasion and style.

incredible ships 7

Arvia

Iona

Britannia

Ventura

Azura Arcadia Aurora

70+ destinations

780+ cruise holidays

185+ years heritage

TRAVEL LESS & SEE MORE

France, Portugal & Spain Adventure

European Treasures

From £ 1,439

From £ 869

/ person

Ambience 14 nights | 20 September 2025 Sailing from London Tilbury

Carnival Miracle 9 nights | 30 May 2025 Sailing from Dover

DAY DESTINATION / ACTIVITY

Southampton ENG Start your 7 night full board cruise

London Tilbury ENG Start your 14 night full board cruise

12 Sail the Atlantic Ocean 13 Cherbourg FRA 14 Sail the Atlantic Ocean 15 London Tilbury ENG Disembark ship

Dover ENG Start your 9 night full board cruise Sail the Atlantic Ocean

Norwegian Fjords

Sail the North Sea

2-3 Sail the Atlantic Ocean 4 La Coruna ESP 5 Sail the Atlantic Ocean 6 Portimao PRT 7 Cadiz ESP 8 Lisbon PRT 9 Oporto (Leixoes) PRT 10 Sail the Atlantic Ocean 11 Bordeaux (Le Verdon) FRA

2 3 4

2 3 4 5 6

Stavanger NOR

La Coruna ESP Porto (Leixoes) PRT

Olden NOR Cruise-by Innvikfjorden & Nordfjord Hellesylt NOR Cruise-by Geirangerfjord, Sunnylvsfjorden & Storfjorden

Lisbon PRT

From £ 799

Sail the Atlantic Ocean Bordeaux (Le Verdon) FRA Sail the English Channel

/ person

P&O Cruises Iona 7 nights | 6 June 2026 Sailing from Southampton

Haugesund NOR

8 9

Sail the North Sea Southampton ENG Disembark ship

Portland ENG

10 Dover ENG

Disembark ship

Whether you’re keen to get active with hiking, biking, and paddle- boarding or prefer relaxation on a scenic drive to natural wonders; this Norway cruise is the ideal fit! Leaving Southampton on Iona, this cruise is bookended by days at sea to experience highlights like the infinity pool, gin distillery, spa, and multiplex cinema. Relish a Tasty Troll Chocolate Experience in Stavenger’s Old Town, while Olden reveals the dazzling Jostedralsbreen Glacier. Cruise via Innvikfjorden’s and Nordford’s scenery. Hellesylt leads to Nature Park Zipline and white-water rafting on Valldal River. Sail through Geirangerfjord, Sunnyvsfjorden, and Stortfjorden en-route to Haguesund and the final chance to stretch your legs on a Ryvarden Lighthouse Walk.

✓ 8 included dining experiences ✓ Experience The Official Take That Musical, Greatest Days ✓ Tips included on every sailing

✓ Adult only sailing ✓ Daytime activities and a range of evening entertainment ✓ Exceptional full board cuisine ✓ Up to £400 onboard credit per cabin

✓ Up to 25% cruise fare savings included ✓ Perfect for families and couples alike ✓ Live shows, entertainment, waterpark & family-friendly deck parties

INTEREST FREE DIRECT DEBIT PAYMENT PLANS AVAILABLE

SOLO TRAVELLER

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Inside Cabin from £ 799 / person

Sea View Cabin from £ 979 / person

Balcony Cabin from £ 1,079 / person

Inside Cabin from £ 1,696 / family of 4

Inside Cabin from £ 1,439 / person

Ocean View Cabin from £ 1,909 / person

Balcony Cabin from £ 3,049 / person

Inside Cabin from £ 2,297 / person

Interior Stateroom from £ 869 / person

Ocean View Stateroom from £ 999 / person

Balcony Stateroom from £ 1,209 / person

Interior Stateroom from £ 2,699 / family of 4

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TRAVEL LESS & SEE MORE

Iberian Coast & Canary Islands

Norwegian Fjords

From £ 1,899

From £ 849

/ person

MSC Virtuosa 12 nights | 8 August 2026 Sailing from Southampton

Queen Mary 2 7 nights | 30 May 2025 Sailing from Southampton

DAY DESTINATION / ACTIVITY

Southampton ENG Start your 7 night full board cruise

Southampton ENG Start your 12 night full board cruise Sail the Atlantic Ocean

11-12 Sail the Atlantic Ocean 13 Southampton ENG Disembark ship

Southampton ENG Start your 7 night full board cruise

Scandinavia

Sail the North Sea Kristiansand NOR

Sail the North

2 3 4 5 6

Vigo ESP

Bergen NOR Alesund NOR

Oslo SWE

Sail the Atlantic Ocean

Copenhagen DNK

Funchal (Madeira) PRT

Andalsnes NOR

From £ 969

Skagen DNK

Las Palmas (Gran Canaria) ESP

Sail the North Sea Bruges (Zeebrugge) BEL Southampton ENG Disembark ship

/ person

Sail the North Sea Southampton ENG Disembark ship

Sant Cruz (Tenerife) ESP Arrecife (Lanzarote) ESP

Sky Princess® 7 nights | 23 August 2025 Sailing from Southampton

8 9

Sail the Atlantic Ocean

10 Seville (Cadiz) ESP

Embark Sky Princess in Southampton as she sets sail on a seven- night Scandinavia cruise!

✓ £50pp low deposit ✓ Award winning food & entertainment + Upgrade to Princess Plus for only £50pp per day & receive Plus Beverage Package, Wi-Fi, crew appreciation and more

✓ Award-winning family offerings, activities and kids’ clubs ✓ 5 outstanding pools including a waterpark at sea + Adults drinks package for £320pp & Minors drinks package for £120 per child

✓ 10% savings applicable when booked between 4 - 16 September 2024

From the tranquil Sanctuary, a retreat reserved for adults, to innovative new dining options and more; you'll find diversions for every mood during your days at sea. Kristiansand is up first; where you can ride Grovane & Vintage Railway or uncover Setesdal Mineral Park’s minerals and crystals. Explore Oslo’s Vigeland Sculpture Park or see the National Gallery’s ‘The Scream’ painting. Copenhagen leads to the Little Mermaid statue and Tivoli Gardens’ Star Flyer. Skagen sits where the Baltic meets the North Sea and lets you taste marinated herring and Aquavit spirit at Pakhuset.

✓ Enjoy Cunard’s White Star Service ✓ Travel in ultimate comfort and style

INTEREST FREE DIRECT DEBIT PAYMENT PLANS AVAILABLE

Bella Interior Stateroom from £ 1,899 / person

Bella Ocean View Stateroom from £ 2,199 / person

Bella Balcony Stateroom from £ 2,339 / person

Bella Interior Stateroom from £ 5,716 / family of 4

Interior Stateroom from £ 969 / person

Balcony Stateroom from £ 1,149 / person

Mini-suite

Interior Stateroom from £ 2,699 / family of 4

Interior Stateroom from £ 849 / person

Ocean View Stateroom from £ 1,049 / person

Balcony Stateroom from £ 1,109 / person

Princess Grill Suite from £ 3,149 / person

from £ 1,379 / person

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If you're seeking action-packed , entertainment-loaded holidays at sea, then look no further than Royal Caribbean.

This cruise line is world-renowned for its stupendous ships that carry 2,000 to over 6,000 passengers. With numerous swimming pools, awesome water slides, vast water parks, and endless activities, not to mention countless restaurants, bars, and theatres, these floating resorts put Orlando and Las Vegas in the shade. Adrenaline junkies are spoilt for fun. Take the brand-new Icon of the Seas, where Thrill Island is home to FlowRider, a 40-foot- long surf simulator*; Category 6 Waterpark with seriously fast water slides*; and an ultimate rock-climbing wall challenge*. Royal Bay is the largest pool at sea*; there's also a gravity- defying skydiving simulator, RipCord by iFLY*; a Zip-Line rush high above the decks*; and Crown's Edge, where daredevils can hang 154 feet above the ocean*. Many of these state- of-the-art pursuits are available on other ships

in the fleet. Other signature Royal Caribbean attractions include stunning ice shows such as Frozen in Time*, Escape Room challenges*, AquaTheatre with thrilling high-divers and acrobats*, Broadway-style shows such as Mamma Mia and Grease*, not forgetting comedians, live music, and karaoke.

Whether you're travelling solo, as a couple, or as part of a multi-generational group, Royal Caribbean has a wow factor unlike any other.

On these family-friendly ships, there are swimming pools for all ages, as well as Adventure Ocean supervised children’s programmes for 3 to 17-year- olds. Youngsters also get the chance to rub shoulders with their favourite DreamWorks characters, including ‘Shrek’ and ‘Kung Fu Panda’, at flamboyant parades along the Royal Promenade, which is flanked by bars, restaurants, shopping, and entertainment venues.

TRAVEL LESS & SEE MORE

Explore the Natural Wonders of Portugal & Her Islands

Spanish Flair

From £ 1,499

From £ 944

/ person

Bolette 14 nights | 27 October 2024 Sailing from Liverpool

Independence of the Seas® 9 nights | 1 September 2025 Sailing from Southampton

DAY DESTINATION / ACTIVITY

Liverpool ENG Start your 14 night full board cruise

11 Lisbon PRT

Southampton ENG Start your 9 night full board cruise Sail the Atlantic Ocean

Southampton ENG Start your 14 night full board cruise

12 Seville (Cadiz) ESP 13-14 Sail the Mediterranean Sea & Atlantic Ocean 15 Southampton ENG Disembark ship

Best of the Western Med

Cruise Mouth of River Tagus, Belem Tower & Discovery Monument Cruise by Cristo Rei & Abril 25 Bridge

2-4 Sail the Atlantic Ocean 5

2-3 Sail the Atlantic Ocean 4 Gibraltar GIB 5

2 3 4 5 6

Praia da Vitoria (Terceira, Azores) PRT Ponta Delgada (Sao Miguel, Azores) PRT Cruising by Santa Maria

Vigo ESP

12 Leixoes (Matosinhos) PRT 13-14 Sail the Atlantic Ocean 15 Liverpool ENG Disembark ship

Lisbon PRT

Sail the Mediterranean Sea

Seville (Cadiz) ESP

Nice (Villefranche) FRA

From £ 2,579

Sail the Atlantic Ocean

Florence/Pisa (La Spezia) ITA

/ person

Funchal (Madeira) PRT

8 9

La Coruna ESP

Portofino ITA

8 9

Sail the North Atlantic Ocean

Celebrity Apex® 14 nights | 13 September 2025 Sailing from Southampton

Bilbao ESP

Rome (Civitavecchia) ITA 10 Cagliari (Sardinia) ITA 11 Sail the Mediterranean Sea

8 9

10 Cadiz ESP

Sail the Atlantic Ocean

10 Southampton ENG Disembark ship

Leave Southampton in your wake as you sail away to the sunny Western Mediterranean aboard Celebrity Apex SM .

✓ £100 per person on board spending money ✓ Spot marine life from the decks with ORCA conservationists ✓ View the stunning Crater Lakes of Sete Cidades

✓ Expect next-level thrills to low-key chills onboard ✓ Dazzling ice rinks shows to singalongs at Schooners Bar ✓ Experience Grease the Musical onboard

✓ Designed for modern travellers who enjoy comfort and style ✓ 29 distinct restaurants, bars, and lounges to choose from ✓ Relax at the adults-only Solarium pool or grab a drink at the Magic Carpet

Days at sea let you delve into the Rooftop Garden, Magic Carpet, and The Club’s entertainment. Encounter the Barbary macaques apes on Gibraltar’s Rock, Villefranche leads to Nice’s ultra-famous Promenade des Anglais, and La Spezia is a drive from Florence’s Duomo and Uffizi Gallery. Visit Portofino’s Church of St Martin and Castello Brown fortress and Civitavecchia is your route to the Vatican City’s Sistine Chapel and the ancient Colosseum in Rome. Cagliari reveals the 3,000-year-old ruins of Nora, while Cadiz guides you to Seville’s Parque de Maria Luisa and Plaza de España.

SOLO TRAVELLER

INTEREST FREE DIRECT DEBIT PAYMENT PLANS AVAILABLE

SOLO TRAVELLER

Inside Cabin from £ 1,499 / person

Ocean View Cabin from £ 1,899 / person

Terrace Cabin from £ 3,099 / person

Single Superior Cabin from £ 2,499 / person

Interior Stateroom from £ 944 / person

Ocean View Stateroom from £ 1,099 / person

Balcony Stateroom from £ 1,399 / person

Interior Stateroom from £ 2,244 / family of 4

Interior Stateroom from £ 2,579 / person

Ocean View Stateroom from £ 2,929 / person

Balcony Stateroom from £ 3,559 / person

Balcony Stateroom from £ 4,258 / person

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TRAVEL LESS & SEE MORE

Arctic Circle Crossing: Edinburgh Evening Stay

The Volcanic Isles

From £ 3,129

From £ 3,199

/ person

Nieuw Statendam 14 nights | 17 May 2025 Sailing from Dover

Spirit of Adventure 15 nights | 21 November 2024 Sailing from Portsmouth

DAY DESTINATION / ACTIVITY

Dover ENG Start your 14 night full board cruise

11 Haugesund NOR 12 Lerwick (Shetland Islands) SCO 13 Edinburgh (South Queensferry) SCO 14 Sail the North Sea 15 Dover ENG Disembark ship

Portsmouth ENG Start your 15 night all-inclusive cruise

12 Sail the Atlantic Ocean 13 Lisbon PRT 14-15 Sail the Atlantic Ocean 16 Portsmouth ENG Disembark ship

Southampton ENG Start your 14 night full board cruise

12 Olden NOR 13 Stavanger NOR

Iceland & Northern Europe

Rotterdam NLD

Sail the Atlantic Ocean

Paris (Le Havre) FRA Sail the Irish Sea

2 3 4 5 6

2 3

2 3 4 5

14 Sail the North Sea 15 Southampton ENG Disembark ship

Sail the North Sea

El Ferrol ESP 4-5 Sail the Atlantic Ocean 6 Arrecife (Lanzarote) ESP 7 Las Palmas (Gran Canaria) ESP 8 Santa Cruz (Tenerife) ESP 9 San Sebastian (La Gomera) ESP 10 Santa Cruz (La Palma) ESP 11 Funchal (Madeira) PRT

Alesund NOR

Belfast NIR

Trondheim NOR

Sail the North Atlantic Ocean

From £ 2,499

Sail the Norwegian Sea Honningsvag NOR Scenic cruising North Cape

6-7 Reykjavik ISL 8 Isafjordur ISL 9 Akureyri ISL 10 Sail the Norwegian Sea 11 Geiranger NOR

/ person

Norwegian Prima® 14 nights | 14 September 2025 Sailing from Southampton

Tromso NOR

8 9

Leknes (Lofoten) NOR 10 Sail the Atlantic Ocean

Get ready for a once-in-a-lifetime holiday to Iceland and Northern Europe aboard NCL's innovative ship, Norwegian Prima!

✓ Book before the 1 October 2024 and receive ‘Have It All Early Booking Bonus’ ✓ $200 onboard spending money per person^ ✓ Signature Beverage Package for 2 ✓ Specialty dining and Wi-Fi Surf packages

✓ Return chauffeur service up to 75 miles of the port ^ ✓ 4 included excursions ✓ Gratuities, Wi-Fi, Afternoon Tea and so much more

✓ Enjoy award-winning entertainment ✓ Zoom around the world's first three-level race track at sea + Upgrade to Free at Sea for £299pp and receive premium beverages, speciality dining & more

Le Havre leads to cityscapes from Paris’ Eiffel Tower and the Titanic’s famous legacy comes alive at Belfast’s Titanic Quarter. An overnight in Reykjavik lets you seek out the Blue Lagoon and Gullfoss Waterfall, before sailing from Isafjordur to see the sea bird colonies at Vigur Island. Visit Godafass waterfall and go whale watching from Akureyri and take a boat trip to the Seven Sisters and Bridal Veil waterfalls from Geiranger. Hike amongst waterfalls to Briksdal Glacier from Olden and the finale of Stavenger is gateway to beautiful Lysefjord vistas from Pulpit Rock.

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SOLO TRAVELLER

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SOLO TRAVELLER

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SOLO TRAVELLER

Inside Stateroom from £ 3,129 / person

Ocean View Cabin from £ 3,519 / person

Verandah Stateroom from £ 3,719 / person

Interior Stateroom from £ 5,158 / person

Standard Balcony Cabin from £ 3,199 / person

Deluxe Balcony Cabin from £ 5,298 / person

Mid Ship Suite from £ 7,249 / person

Standard Balcony Cabin from £ 6,688 / person

Interior Stateroom from £ 2,499 / person

Ocean View Stateroom from £ 2,999 / person

Balcony Stateroom from £ 3,579 / person

Interior Studio from £ 3,639 / person

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Cruising, as we know it today, owes much to Cunard's proud history.

Now the company's 249th ship, Queen Anne, heralds the dawn of a new era.

Inspired by the past and built for the future, the designers have conceived a vision of a 21st-century liner, one where there’s a space to suit every mood. Amplifying this new-fashioned opulence, Cunard's White Star Service ensures guests revel in an experience that's the be-all and end-all of holidays at sea. With a capacity of 2,996 guests, Queen Anne recreates several of Cunard’s signature venues, such as the impressive Grand Lobby and the glamorous two-deck-high Queens Room. In the 835-seat Royal Court Theatre, be enthralled by famous experts, renowned authors, and celebrities - part of Cunard's Insights Programme. After dinner, renowned multi-award-winning West End and Broadway theatre producer David Pugh is collaborating with Cunard to deliver Isobel McArthur’s critically acclaimed take on a classic of English literature: Pride and Prejudice* (*Sort Of).

roof, the Pavilion is an ideal hangout. There's a swimming pool, a central stage, and a large LED screen for open-air theatre shows, live music, and cinema screenings, which feature a curated programme of British Film Institute short films under the stars. The tranquil sanctuary that is Mareel Wellness & Beauty offers the chance to experience one of the first cryo-body treatments at sea or the Himalayan salt sauna and cold room to renew the mind, body, and soul. There's an array of treatment rooms and a private spa suite, plus indulgent wellness packages curated by Harper’s Bazaar’s beauty experts. A top-deck Wellness Studio is the go-to option for fitness sessions, including yoga.

Cunard's restaurants are exemplary; now guests can also savour Mediterranean cuisine in Tramonto, Japanese delicacies in Aji Wa, Indian specialities in Aranya, as well as steaks and seafood in Sir Samuel's.

The ever-popular Golden Lion Pub even serves posh pub grub by celebrity chef Michel Roux. Aboard Queen Anne, traditions are served up with a modern twist.

Elevating live entertainment to new heights, the Bright Lights Society is a new show-bar marking the beginning of an entirely new type of entertainment on Queen Anne with immersive shows like Fizz, Noir, and Bitter Sweet Symphony, introduced by a charismatic host. Created under a vast, retractable glass dome

Grand Lobby Gala night

JOURNEY FURTHER

STAY ➡ CRUISE Glorious Greek Isles To Spanish Sunsets

Discover Iberia

From £ 1,132

From £ 1,169

/ person

Marella Discovery 7 nights | 15 July 2025 Regional flights & overseas transfers

Resilient Lady 8 nights | 19 October 2024 Regional flights & overseas private transfers 1 nt in Athens | 7 nts Cruise

DAY DESTINATION / ACTIVITY

Fly to Barcelona ESP Start your 7 night full board cruise Palma de Mallorca ESP Sail the Mediterranean Sea Florence/Pisa (La Spezia) ITA

Fly to Palma (Majorca) ESP Start your 7 night all-inclusive cruise Sail the Mediterranean Sea

Fly to Athens GRC 1 night | Bed & Breakfast 4* Airotel Parthenon

Alluring Mediterranean

2 3 4 5 6

Athens (Piraeus) GRC Start your 7 night full board cruise

Gibraltar GIB

Cadiz ESP

Mykonos GRC

3 4 5 6

Rome (Civitavecchia) ITA

Malaga ESP

From £ 999

Sail the Aegean Sea

Naples ITA

Melilla (Spanish Morocco) ESP

Catania (Sicily) ITA

/ person

Sail the Mediterranean Sea Barcelona ESP Disembark ship and fly to the UK

Cartagena ESP

Sail the Mediterranean Sea

Allure of the Seas® 7 nights | 24 August 2025 Regional flights & overseas transfers

Palma (Majorca) ESP Disembark ship and fly to the UK

Palma (Majorca) ESP

Valencia ESP

8 9

Barcelona ESP Disembark ship and fly to the UK

Fly to Barcelona to embark the list-topper Allure of Seas as she sets sail on a week-long Western Mediterranean adventure!

✓ Newly amplified for Summer 2025 ✓ Discover 7 distinct onboard neighbourhoods ✓ Experience Mamma Mia the Musical onboard ✓ Sailing operates weekly from April to October 2025

✓ All-inclusive with all tips included ✓ End-to-end service ✓ Award-winning entertainment ✓ Standout service guaranteed + Cruise & Stay packages

The excitement never ends on board – from high climbing thrills at the Rock Climbing Wall, zip lining nine decks above the Boardwalk®, and getting drenched at H20 ZoneSM to the ultimate VIP experience at Coastal Kitchen, fresh Japanese flavours at Izumi, and show- stopping moves during Mamma Mia! Time in port leads to Palma de Mallorca’s one-of-a kind Palma Cathedral, The Leaning Tower of Pisa from La Spezia, Rome’s Colosseum, Spanish Steps, and Piazza Navona from Civitavecchia; and the mighty Mount Vesuvius and the beautiful Isle of Capri from Naples.

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Interior Stateroom from £ 999 / person

Ocean View Stateroom from £ 1,199 / person

Balcony Stateroom from £ 1,229 / person

Interior Stateroom from £ 3,693 / family of 4

Inside Cabin from £ 1,132 / person

Ocean View Cabin from £ 1,232 / person

Balcony Cabin from £ 1,538 / person

Inside Cabin from £ 4,365 / family of 4

Insider Cabin from £ 1,169 / person

Sea View Cabin from £ 1,199 / person

Sea Terrace Cabin from £ 1,779 / person

XL Sea Terrace Cabin from £ 2,149 / person

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JOURNEY FURTHER

STAY ➡ CRUISE Ancient Athens with Heavenly Adriatic

STAY ➡ CRUISE Singapore with Spirits of Hong Kong & Thailand

From £ 1,529

From £ 2,099

/ person

Celestyal Journey 10 nights | 6 May 2025 Regional flights & private overseas transfers 3 nts in Athens | 7 nts Cruise

Norwegian Spirit® 14 nights | 16 February 2025 Regional flights & overseas transfers 4 nts in Singapore | 10 nts Cruise

DAY DESTINATION / ACTIVITY

1-2 Fly to Valletta MLT

1-3 Fly to Athens GRC

1-4 Fly to Singapore SIN 4 nights | Room Only

13 Hong Kong HKG 14 Sail the South China Sea 15 Taipei (Keelung ) TWN Disembark ship and fly to the UK

Start your 7 night full board cruise Sail the Mediterranean Sea

3 nights | Bed & Breakfast 4* Elefsina Hotel

Fly Mediterranean

4* Village Hotel Albert Court by Far East Hospitality Singapore SIN Start your 10 night full board cruise Sail the Gulf of Thailand

3 4 6 6

Athens (Piraeus) GRC Start your 7 night all-inclusive cruise

Toulon FRA

Florence/Pisa (Livorno) ITA

Kefalonia GRC Dubrovnik HRV

5 6

Rome (Civitavecchia) ITA

From £ 799

Koh Samui THA

Sail the Mediterranean Sea Valletta MLT Disembark ship and fly to the UK

Kotor MNE

/ person

Laem Chabang THA

8 9

Bari ITA

8 9

P&O Cruises Azura 7 nights | 23 April 2026 Regional flights & overseas transfers

Sail the South China Sea 10 Phu My (Ho Chi Minh City ) THA 11 Nha Trang THA 12 Sail the South China Sea

Corfu GRC 10 Katakolon GRC 11 Athens GRC

Disembark ship and fly to the UK

Jet away to Malta to board Azura in Valetta’s Grand Harbour for seven-night fly cruise around the hot-spots of the sunny Mediterranean! Days at sea are your chance to watch classic films and family favourites at SeaScreen open-air cinema and feel the stresses melt away in The Retreat and Oasis Spa. Take Toulon’s funicular up from Boulevard L’Amiral Vence to admire the vistas from Mont Faron. Livorno is a leisurely drive away from Florence’s Basilica Di Santa Maria del Fiore and Ponte Vecchio. Civitavecchia lets you tour the Eternal City of Rome to toss three coins in the Trevi Fountain and admire Michelangelo’s masterpieces in the Sistine Chapel.

✓ 7 included dining experiences ✓ Entertainment including shows, live music, comedy and more ✓ Tips included on every sailing

✓ Free drinks package worth £173pp ✓ Shore excursion credit offering authentic immersive Grecian experiences ✓ Dining, onboard activities, gratuities and more included

✓ Laid back luxury with the adult traveller in mind ✓ Small and intimate ship - ideal choice to avoid bigger crowds + Upgrade to Free at Sea for £249pp and receive premium beverages, speciality dining & more

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Interior Stateroom

Ocean View Porthole Window from £ 2,719 / person

Ocean View Picture Window from £ 2,719 / person

Balcony Stateroom

Inside Cabin from £ 799 / person

Sea View Cabin (Obstructed) from £ 979 / person

Balcony Cabin from £ 1,149 / person

Inside Cabin from £ 2,396 / family of 4

Interior Stateroom from £ 1,529 / person

Ocean View Stateroom from £ 1,589 / person

Junior Balcony Suite from £ 2,079 / person

from £ 2,459 / person

from £ 3,169 / person

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Sun ... Seeking the

with Princess Cruises Stars ...and

For almost sixty years, Princess Cruises has been a trailblazer in leisurely, dependable cruising. Always classy, their ships have an easy-going cosiness - nothing too flashy or exaggerated.

Making its much-anticipated debut last February, Sun Princess is the first of two next-generation 'Sphere-class' ships for Princess Cruises. The identical, 4,310-passenger Star Princess will debut next October. These blockbusters are trendier and more innovative than previous vessels in the fleet, and they are designed to appeal to everyone, whatever their age. Nowhere is this new look more impressive than the iconic, fully glazed, multi-purpose Dome. With a water cascade, it's a serene solarium and indoor/outdoor pool by day, but when the sun goes down, it transforms into a stage for immersive shows by the renowned Cirque Éloize. Spanning three decks and flooded with light from floor to ceiling, the rotunda-style Piazza is a focal point, inspired by the chic squares of

Europe. Princess Theatre has evolved into the Princess Arena, the line's most technologically advanced performance space. On Sun Princess and Star Princess, dining choices have been reimagined. There are no fewer than 30 restaurants and bars with many outdoor options, plus several restaurants that have celebrity collaborators.

The main dining room, Horizons, spans three levels, while speciality dining choices include The Butcher’s Block by Dario, The Catch by Rudi, and Umai Teppanyaki, as well as firm favourites, Sabatini's Italian and Crown Grill. Each night, 30 guests enter Spellbound by Magic Carpet through a speakeasy-style black door. They enjoy curated cocktails while exploring a warren of Victorian-themed rooms with interactive special effects. As the anticipation builds, the show begins, fronted by a world-class magician.

It's mind-blowing, just like the ships!

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