Sail from the UK
You don’t have to fly to enjoy the cruise holiday of a lifetime. The popularity of sailing from the UK has increased hugely in recent years, with almost two million people a year now choosing to depart from a British port.
The sheer variety of destinations available from UK ports means there’s something for every kind of cruise fan or newcomer to this kind of holiday, while generous luggage allowances means you can pack as much as you like, as well as shopping to your heart’s content while you’re away, both onboard and in your destinations. You’ll also avoid all the potential disadvantages of travelling from an airport, such as flight delays and long security queues. Some cruise lines even offer private transfers to your port for the ultimate relaxing start to your holiday.
Popular itineraries on round-trips from Southampton, Portsmouth, and a variety of other British ports include the Mediterranean, the Canary Islands, the Norwegian fjords, and the Baltics, but you can go as far as the USA or the Caribbean and back, and there is also a choice of round-the-world cruises departing from, and returning to, the UK.
Discover Spanish and Italian icons on Cunard’s new Queen Anne
Combine European wonders with the ease of sailing from the UK. This is a very special journey indeed, one of Queen Anne’s inaugural season of inspiring voyages taking in Mediterranean cities, landscapes, and historic destinations.
See subtropical gardens aboard a cruise with a TV horticulturalist
Cruise in small-ship luxury with balconies for beachside views. Saga’s all-inclusive cruise to the Canary Islands makes following the winter sun south, easy and hassle-free – including, as it does, chauffeur service to Portsmouth.
Best for those who prefer not to fly
Sailing from the UK is a great choice if you would rather avoid flying, and is often a convenient option for families, having removed the hustle and bustle of busy airports – plus your adventure starts the moment you step onboard, allowing more time to enjoy your holiday.
Diane
TRAVEL COUNSELLOR
See some of the world’s most breathtaking and iconic coastal landscapes
Sailing from the UK, see some of the world’s most iconic coastal landscapes via dramatic hiking trails or unique modes of transport. From catching your own crayfish and cooking it on an open fire to shopping for local crafts in artisan studios, a Norwegian Fjords cruise mixes immersion in breathtaking nature with truly one-off experiences.
Taste lemons and limoncello in pretty cliff-edge Amalfi Coast villages
From Liverpool, take in such distant sights as Cartagena’s amphitheatre, ancient Pompeii and Herculaneum, the active volcano Vesuvius and sunsets in Ibiza. Family run, Fred. Olsen always rates highly with our customers for its imaginative, unusual itineraries and its reimagining of the onboard experience.
Wonder at Iceland’s geothermal bubbling mud and hissing fumaroles
Celebrity’s Iceland & Ireland trip from Southampton takes you to both lively cities and geological marvels aboard its amazing Celebrity Apex. We love Apex for its visionary spaces, which include a rooftop garden, a 22-metre lap pool, two-storey ‘martini-glass’ hot tubs and private cabanas, plus an immersiave theatre.
Reflect on history with a round-Britain D-Day anniversary voyage
Commemorate an event that changed the course of history by sailing to where it all began. Sailing around Britain aboard Ambassador’s Ambience will give you a chance to reflect on the importance of D-Day – an operation that turned the tide of World War II.
Live your very own family fairytale at sea with Disney Cruise Line
Three, four and five-night all-inclusive cruises from Southampton in August 2024 let you live the Disney magic wonderfully close to home and during the school holidays. Disney’s 2024 summer school holiday sailings depart from and return to the Channel port of Southampton, meaning you can skip the airport and really make the most of your quality time with the kids.
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