Taking a cruise which begins and ends in the UK is undoubtably one of the most relaxing ways to take a holiday. Without the hassle of flights and the potential array of things that can go wrong, no baggage restrictions, and starting your holiday more or less from the comfort of your own front door, there's no surprise that it is growing in popularity amongst British travellers. Every season, additional ships and itineraries are added to the already varied choice of holiday available and for families, groups or couples of any age it is now often the first port of call when making a decision on where to cruise. First timers can even enjoy ‘taster' cruises from the UK – 3 or 4 nights to visit France or Ireland and get a feel for what life on a cruise ship is all about without committing to a full week or two onboard. [More]

Gone are the days of the traditional British bucket and spade holiday, sandy ice creams on the beach and donkey rides. With such a huge variety of holiday choices available for families to choose from and summer school holidays just around the corner, is a cruise a realistic option, is it value for money and parents must ask themselves, will my children get bored? [More]

For more than 136 years, Holland America Line has been a recognized leader in cruising, taking their guests to exotic destinations around the world. If you are looking for some of the most spacious and comfortable ships at sea, award-winning service, five star dining, extensive activities and enrichment programs and compelling worldwide itineraries, Holland America are the cruiseline for you. [More]

The new ships - which each will have an all-in cost of approximately €155,000 per lower berth - are scheduled to enter service in spring 2013 and spring 2014.  At an estimated 141,000 tons, the as-yet-unnamed ships will be the largest in the Princess Cruises fleet.
The ships' design will be evolutionary, in keeping with the themes of the line's newest vessels, but with some new features and innovations.  For example, all outside cabins will feature balconies, bringing the percentage of balconies on the ships to 80 percent of all staterooms.  
            The company's signature Piazza - the ship's central atrium featuring dining, entertainment and retail - will be expanded, as will the popular Sanctuary, spa, and restaurants. [More]

The new ships - which each will have an all-in cost of approximately €155,000 per lower berth - are scheduled to enter service in spring 2013 and spring 2014.  At an estimated 141,000 tons, the as-yet-unnamed ships will be the largest in the Princess Cruises fleet.
The ships' design will be evolutionary, in keeping with the themes of the line's newest vessels, but with some new features and innovations.  For example, all outside cabins will feature balconies, bringing the percentage of balconies on the ships to 80 percent of all staterooms.  
            The company's signature Piazza - the ship's central atrium featuring dining, entertainment and retail - will be expanded, as will the popular Sanctuary, spa, and restaurants. [More]