A Silversea expedition guest taking pictures of penguins in Antarctica
Have you always wanted to walk in the footsteps of explorers, treading where Charles Darwin formed his theory of evolution or where Sir Ernest Shackleton conquered an ill-fated voyage with no loss of life? Expedition cruises sound like your dream holiday. Offering once-in-a-lifetime journeys to some of the most remote and captivating destinations on the...

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Excursion on a Zodiac viewing penguin colonies

With the New Year just beginning it is the perfect time to book your next cruise holiday, with a few resolutions in mind! A seasoned Caribbean cruiser? Why not steer away from the tempting ports of the Caribbean and try the South Pacific archipelago instead? Why not brave a new cuisine in its hometown or…

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A Red Bull race car soaring around a track during the F1 Grand Prix
There can’t be many experiences more glamorous than sailing into the millionaires’ playground of Monte Carlo on-board a mega-yacht, bound for one of the glitziest events on the French Rivieras calendar. This is true jet-set territory and a chance to rub shoulders with the glitterati, mooring up alongside their extravagant floating gin palaces, before stepping...

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Sliced raw ginger root - a remedy for seasickness
During a luxury cruise to a scenic destination, the last thing you wish to encounter is seasickness. A heavy bout of ‘mal de mer’ can ruin an otherwise wonderful trip, so here is some handy advice about how to combat motion sickness once and for all. Seasickness occurs when your brain receives conflicting messages about...

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The Celebrity Millennium cruise ship sailing past the Hubbard Glacier in Alaska

Founded in 1989, Celebrity Cruises has a long-held and well-earned reputation for punching above its weight when it comes to sassy ship design. The company was created by the Greek family-owned Chandris Line, who had operated cargo and passenger ships since 1915. In a visionary move, they wanted to establish a high-quality, premium cruise product…

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Friends drinking wine on their balcony on a Seabourn cruise

Seabourn is the most upscale brand coming under the umbrella of the vast Carnival Corporation, operating four (soon to be five) sleek, yacht-like ships. Three of them – Seabourn Odyssey, Seabourn Sojourn and Seabourn Quest – carry 458 passengers each in unfettered luxury, while in 2017, the slightly larger Seabourn Encore (carrying 600) joined the…

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A luxury cruise excursion to the mighty Iguassu Falls in Brazil

Interesting and immersive, excursions are the perfect way to find out more about luxury cruise destinations. From a visit to Rome’s stunning Vatican to a day-long tour of Berlin, there are countless cruise excursions on offer during every itinerary. Here are few things to know before making a booking. Which cruise lines offer excursions? Each…

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drinks
Most people taking a luxury cruise will want to enjoy a few alcoholic drinks on-board. But even if you don't drink alcohol, it can be helpful to know before you book your cruise, whether your drinks are included or if you'll be expected to pay for them. The answer to whether drinks are included on-board...

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