Mediterranean and Adriatic

Named by Her Majesty the Queen, Cunard’s luxury liner still recalls the rich heritage of the first Cunarder to bear the name. Modern features combined with traditional and elegant décor reminiscent of the golden age of cruising makes this ship a firm favourite with her passengers. We particularly like the excellent Queens Grill accommodation which […]

Slovenia, Venice & the Jewels of Veneto

The former River Countess was completely refurbished and reborn in 2020 as the S.S. La Venezia, with Italian inspired decor and sailing the Venetian Lagoon. The reimagined S.S. La Venezia dazzles with its exquisite interiors, featuring Venetian-inspired decor, new suites and three dining venues to choose from.

Viking Homelands

Viking’s hugely successful river cruise operation expanded into ocean cruising with a fleet of ten contemporary 930-guest ocean ships featuring attractive inclusive pricing and interesting itineraries. A slightly larger ship joined the fleet in 2024 with two additional ships scheduled in 2025 and 2026 each carrying 998 guests. The airy contemporary style of the ships, […]

The Black Sea to Budapest – Westbound

Tauck’s Jewel-class vessels offer spacious suites, a choice of restaurants and comfortable public areas including an expansive sundeck. Rich woods and plush fabrics give these ships a luxurious feel. The alternative restaurant with outside seating at the back is an idyllic place for a relaxed lunch as you cruise to your next call and the […]

Savoring France: Paris, Lyon & Provence

A new riverboat in Tauck’s Destination Fleet, this ship debuts in 2026 and will sail along the Rhone, with incredibly spacious suites and floor-to-ceiling windows across two of the decks. This new ship is supremely spacious with 80% of her cabins measuring 225 square feet or larger. Two decks have floor-to-ceiling windows with real French […]

Gaelic Explorers

Windstar’s new sister ships, Star Seeker and Star Explorer, will each have 112 suites and a staff-to-guest ratio of 1:2, offering Windstar’s brand of laid-back luxury with some enhancements. Each yacht will maintain the intimate atmosphere of Windstar’s other ships, and will feature Windstar’s classic watersports platform with new staircase access, as well an intimate […]

Trollfjord & the Lofoten Islands

Just 56 fortunate couples enjoy a completely relaxed al fresco holiday experience and a quirky individual style of service that is way beyond the norm. This has to be one of our favourite travel experiences. We love the al fresco feel, dining outside for all meals if you wish, and even spending the night sleeping […]

Bora Bora & Beyond Overwater Villa Package

Sister yachts Wind Star and Wind Spirit are both 4-masted sail-assisted ships combining the refinement of a modern vessel with the romance of a tall ship. Gracious staterooms provide a compact yet comfortable retreat. Facilities include several dining options, a variety of bars and lounges, a small swimming pool, whirlpool and even a watersports platform. […]

Seven Gems of the Baltic

Windstar’s Star Plus Class of vessels – Star Pride, Star Legend and Star Breeze – each carry just over 300 guests and are hugely popular for very good reason. These small ships accommodate 312 guests in large all-suite accommodation, following the completion of the Star Plus refurbishment programme in 2021 which saw the ships lengthened. There’s a […]

Iberian Capitals: Lisbon, Madrid & the Douro – Eastbound

Specifically designed to sail Portugal’s Douro River, ms Saudade will join the fleet in 2027, expanding Tauck’s Douro offering to two vessels. Expect bright, spacious surrounds on this new river vessel, specifically designed to sail the Douro River. Most staterooms feature a French balcony to take in the changing views of this beautiful region, and […]