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Compare up to three cruise ships side by side. See how their size, passenger numbers and cruising styles differ, and find the ship that suits your next holiday.

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Cruise ships in brilliant turquoise water at Nassau, Bahamas
Cruise shipsFind the ship that feels right.

Compare big resort ships, calmer classics and new launches before you book.

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UK departuresSail from the UK

Sail from the UK without airport stress.

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Mediterranean harbours, island days and proper sunshine.

White sand, palm trees and turquoise sea at Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
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Palm trees, turquoise water and easy beach days.

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Pools, sea views and those little onboard moments.

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Explore Cruise Destinations

Discover beautiful places, fascinating ports and itineraries worth travelling for.

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Caribbean Cruises Guide

A UK traveller guide to Caribbean cruise routes, best months, island styles, cruise lines, hurricane season and practical booking tips.

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Destination

Mediterranean Cruises Guide

Compare Mediterranean cruise routes, ports, seasons and cruise lines for a practical first cruise or culture-focused sailing.

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Destination

No-Fly Mediterranean Cruises from the UK

Compare no-fly Mediterranean cruises from the UK, including Southampton routes, typical ports, cruise lines, journey length, sea days and what to check before booking.

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Explore Cruise Ports

Find departure terminals, transport options and everything you need to plan your arrival.

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Cruise Port

Southampton Cruise Port Guide

Where Southampton cruise port is, how to get there, which terminals to check, where to stay and what to do before a cruise.

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Cruise Port

Barcelona Cruise Port Guide

Where Barcelona cruise port is, how to get from the airport, terminal tips, where to stay and the best things to do before sailing.

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Cruise Port

Rome Civitavecchia Cruise Port Guide

Where Civitavecchia cruise port is, how to get to Rome, airport transfer tips, where to stay and what to do before a cruise.

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Find the cruise company that suits your holiday, from family adventures to smaller ships.

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First-time cruisers

Know what matters before you book.

Learn how cabins, drinks packages, gratuities, embarkation, excursions and sea days really work.

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Plan without the panic

New to cruising? Start with the simple stuff.

Cabins, drinks, gratuities and embarkation can sound more complicated than they are. These two guides explain the bits people usually wish they had known before booking.