Luxury Cruise Advice and Travel Inspiration

Are you planning a luxury cruise or in need of some travel inspiration to get you started? Let our expert advice and destination guides indulge your sense of wanderlust.

Whether you are a seasoned cruiser or curious about booking your first voyage, SixStarCruises.co.uk Advice has everything you could need to fully immerse yourself in the cruise experience. From local delicacies and natural wonders you would be mad to miss, to practical advice and behind the scenes glimpses into on-board life, our travel and lifestyle experts cover it all.

Port in focus: Madeira

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Lush trees and picturesque buildings in Madeira in Portugal
Madeira is an island gem blooming with natural appeal. Nicknamed the Pearl of the Atlantic, this lush, rugged isle sitting more than 350 miles west of Morocco is closer to Africa than to its mother country Portugal. Discovered by Portuguese sailors in the 15th century, it flourished as a trading post, but cruise ships have now...

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Is voluntourism worth the effort?

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Puppies at a dog rescue where guests can volunteer on Asia cruises
As I scraped up the umpteenth 'present' deposited by a four-legged friend in the animal shelter where I was helping out, I did wonder if I’d made the right decision. My intentions had certainly been honourable when I opted for one of the voluntourism excursions offered by upscale line Crystal Cruises, but I hadn’t counted...

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Authentic Chinese dishes you have to try

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Lanzhou beef noodle soup topped with spring onions
With such a vast number of takeaways offering their versions of traditional Chinese cuisine, it’s easy to settle with the same-old dish rather than trying something new. Takeaways can tone down flavours and add unhealthy ingredients, losing out on the authenticity for some of China’s lesser-known dishes. However, many of these can easily be made...

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Guide to romantic cruises: Five destinations for l’amour

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Houses and apartments on a sun-soaked cliffside in Santorini cruise port

Whether you are searching for honeymoon cruises, anniversary voyages or simple romantic getaways, certain itineraries offer guaranteed l’amour. And we aren’t just talking about the Caribbean: places like Arabia, the Mediterranean and Alaska cast their own kind of magic, especially when explored during a Finest Collection cruise package. Our romantic Finest Collection packages combine unforgettable…

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Port in focus: Copenhagen

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Contemporary glass architecture on the waterfront in Copenhagen
Founded by the warrior-bishop Absalon in 1167, Copenhagen is a city of bridge-spanned canals, copper-roofed buildings and manicured parks that many ships visit on Baltic cruise routes. You'll find so much to do in this delightful city. Nyhaven The maritime heritage of this former Hanseatic port is omnipresent. Indeed the city’s name means ‘Merchants’ Harbour’....

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Charming palaces and historic icons on Baltic cruises

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Alexander Palace seen from across a lake in St Petersburg
Baltic cities fuse antiquity and modernity with style and verve. A cruise here during the luminous ‘White Nights’ of the summer solstice – when the late evening sun shimmers as brightly as noon – offers a scene of such photogenic prettiness you would not dare to invent it. At other times, Baltic cruises offer enchanting...

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Azamara Club Cruises: an elegant trailblazer that is making waves

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A sophisticated Club Veranda Stateroom on an Azamara cruise ship
Azamara Club Cruises is the refined lady of the cruise world with two identical boutique ships that combine the best of classic charm with stylish elegance. Think lashings of dark wood panelling adorned with gleaming brass; wrought iron balustrades and swanky restaurants that add to the unashamedly opulent ambience of its two midsize ships Azamara...

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Luxury ships can be family-friendly too

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Children taking part in a cookie baking class on a Crystal Cruises ship
I can still remember the horrified reaction of my nine-year-old twins when they realised our cruise ship not only lacked ice-cream machines and waterslides, but had just one swimming pool. Regent Seven Seas - ice cream in Prime 7 It didn’t matter that we were going to be sailing in the lap of luxury on...

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Seven luxury cruise destinations you have to explore with Silversea

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Galapagos wildlife - Marine iguana, resting on a rock
Luxury cruise destinations might traditionally be characterised by white-sand beaches and palm-fringed pathways, but this is just the tip of the iceberg. Adventuring across immersive landscapes and experiencing a country’s culture can be just as indulgent and equally unforgettable, especially when you sail with Silversea. Be inspired by these seven luxury cruise destinations visited by...

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Luxury cruises: The joy of going solo

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Silversea expedition guest taking pictures of a penguin in Antarctica
Solo cruises may seem intimidating but in reality, plenty of singles find it to be a relaxing, stress-free and sociable way to travel. Those who enjoy their own company appreciate aspects of a luxury cruise like the attentive service and the good food, while those who seek companionship can easily find a cruise line that...

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