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In 2021, there are two types of people. One hopped on a plane the minute Boris gave the green light, the other is patiently waiting (who are we kidding – desperately longing) to holiday overseas, but giving it a little while before they head abroad. Whichever camp you’re in, it’s…

First Impressions of Iona First impressions of Iona on the quayside were WOW! She was huge and gleaming in front of the dark stormy clouds of Southampton, which fortunately gave way to some British summer sunshine later in the day. We couldn’t wait to embark and were greeted with bagpipes…

As Director of Hotel Design and Projects for P&O Cruises and Cunard, Alison Clixby has overseen the interior design of some of your favourite ships. Her latest project was Iona and as the ship finally embarks upon its maiden sailings, we couldn’t let the opportunity to share our behind the scenes…

In the week that Silversea’s Silver Moon was christened in Athens, we’re sharing a look at its groundbreaking S.A.L.T. concept. S.A.L.T. is an acronym for Sea & Land Taste. There are four pillars to S.A.L.T. and one of those is S.A.L.T. Adventures, an approach that takes exclusive, tailormade shore excursions…

This is the Caribbean you’ve been missing. Baked by the sun at all times, lapped by salty waves and powered by rum. After a year or more away, your next trip to the Caribbean should be all about remembering why you love it; why you’d choose that little shack on…

We’re desperately seeking sun, sea and sand, and nowhere does it better than the Mediterranean. We’re serving up a delicious reminder of the Med’s best beaches, all in the name of 2022 holiday inspiration. You’re welcome! 1. Cala Saona – Formentera Just a short ferry ride from the popular Mediterranean…

There is nothing, we repeat – nothing – as tasty as pizza by the pool. Right now, MSC Virtuosa is serving up just that to her staycationing guests, but don’t worry if you aren’t one of them (yet) because we’ve got a slice of happiness that’ll taste just as good…

America’s vast and varied landscape is like no other and the country’s National Parks are the jewels in the crown. To celebrate the launch of Rocky Mountaineer’s new ‘Rockies to the Red Rocks’ route, we’re sharing five of our favourite National Parks, all of them within easy reach of some…

Anthem of the Seas is in Southampton for a summer of staycations and boy, what a summer she has in store for you.  Here are ten things you (probably) never knew you could do on Anthem of the Seas – or ten reasons why you should join the Royal Caribbean…

Cruises to Dublin are a popular feature on British Isles itineraries from the likes of P&O Cruises and Fred Olsen, plus the European itineraries of cruise lines including Princess Cruises, Cunard and NCL. While the city is packed with star attractions, it is in its world-famous pubs that the best…