April/May 2019

Cruise International

The independent magazine for cruise holidaymakers.

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Editor’s Letter
In these uncertain times one thing we all need is the prospect of a fabulous stress-free holiday to look forward to. So in this issue we are showcasing some of the incredible itineraries you can sail on from the UK – turn to page 73 to see the best n
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CRUISE News
A number of all-inclusive features are available on board Saga Cruises’ new ship, Spirit of Discovery, during its last three winter sailings of 2019. Drinks, tips, entertainment and fine dining are all included in the cruise price, alongside a chauff
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RIVER CRUISE News
Dame Darcey Bussell DBE is joining Scenic’s Cultural Heritage of Russia sailing this May, sharing insights and tales into her life including time spent with the Kirov Ballet, and joining guests for an exclusive ballet performance. “Russia is a countr
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Well
P&O Cruises has unveiled details of the spa on board its new ship Iona, which launches next year. The spa includes a salt steam room, a first in the cruise line’s fleet, plus destination-themed treatments and infinity whirlpools – features that will
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QUEEN of PUDDINGS
SERVES 6–8 The ultimate cream sponge cake – the apple makes the cake really moist and the lemon-flavoured cream keeps it fresh-tasting. Delicious. 225g baking spread, straight from the fridge, plus extra for greasing225g caster sugar225g self-raisi
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[EXCLUSIVE] Have You Seen The Swarovski Staircase?
This isn’t my first time on a cruise ship. I went on one years ago when I was about 17, and I think it was probably one of our last family holidays, really. Mum and Dad were going, and me and my sister just suddenly had a week off work, and they were
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Msc Bellissima
It cost £750million to build and create, and from the moment you step onto the shiny, sparkly new ship MSC Bellissima it feels as though you’ve entered an ultra-glamorous world of possibility. With the tagline “beauty at sea”, it’s a dazzling success
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Le Champlain
Fairy lights are twinkling on the plunge pool, people are performing Ceroc dancing by the bar and the Champagne is flowing freely as we sail on into the inky blackness. We joined Le Champlain in Bergen, Norway, where we had time to stroll around Bryg
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Top 20 Luxury Cruises 2019
Silversea’s collection of nine luxury cruise and expedition ships are renowned for their elegant service: you’re welcomed on board by white-gloved staff and handed a flute of Champagne as you’re escorted to your suite. You can even pre-arrange a Bon
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EXPLORE Okinawa
White sandy beaches, water that seems to turn bluer the longer you look at it and food that satisfies as much as it challenges – that’s Okinawa. Surrounded by pristine sea and blessed with unspoilt scenery, these extraordinary exotic islands are the
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PLACES In The SUN
As the sun streams through the gaps of the tall stone buildings and onto the cobbled streets of Málaga, the city’s soaring Renaissance cathedral casts playful shadows over the visitors milling around the square. This is the birthplace of Pablo Ruiz P
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No-fly Zone
Britain’s best-known port has bold plans to transform its waterfront with new shops, bars and cafés to welcome even more ships to its historic cruise terminal. It may not be as busy as Southampton, but it’s important to British-market cruise lines su
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In BRUGES
It’s 4pm on a rainy Friday evening but nothing is going to dampen the spirits of the passengers on Saga Sapphire. The band is in full sway as we sail away from Southampton – everyone is dancing, and glasses of Buck’s Fizz are in hand. Our excellent s
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HOW To UPGRADE Your CRUISE
Cruises are an incredible way to see the world and experience the best it has to offer – but with a little bit of know-how there’s always a way to make them just a little bit more sparkly. For savvy cruisers, there are plenty of bargains to be had. W
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Game Of Thrones Cruises
The castle of Sunspear is the jewel in the crown of Dorne, the southernmost part of the Kingdom of Westeros, and the ancestral seat of Clan Martell. The ornate courtyard gardens are where Prince Oberyn Martell and his inner circle plot the downfall o
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Win A GREEK ISLANDS CRUISE FOR TWO
We have teamed up with Greece specialist Celestyal Cruises to offer you the chance to win a fabulous seven-night Idyllic Aegean cruise for two, which includes overnights in holiday hotspots Mykonos and Santorini as well as calls in Heraklion, Milos a
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Vancouver
From its snow-capped mountain backdrop to the green oasis of Stanley Park, Vancouver is simply breathtaking. And sailing away under Lions Gate Bridge towards Alaska at sunset is an unforgettable experience. For anyone who loves the great outdoors, th
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Arctic Adventure
A chorus of mournful howls cut through the freezing air as a pack of boisterous huskies serenaded our arrival to snowy surroundings at the top of Norway, where we had sailed in earlier on board our ship, Viking Sky. Even though it was nearly 10am, da
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Ask The Experts
Liz Jarvis is a travel expert and Editor of Cruise International. Japan is one of my favourite destinations and a cruise is the perfect way to experience everything it has to offer. Whether you choose to go in spring for the cherry blossom, or au
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The Insider
Our regular column from Andy Harmer, senior vice-president membership and director CLIA UK & Ireland No other industry within the travel sector invests in innovation as much as the cruise industry. Cruise lines continue to change and evolve the crui
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Anton Du Beke
I’ve done a few guest spots on Strictly cruises and I really admire the dedication of cruise ship dancers; they are incredibly hard-working. For many of them it’s their first job, they’re straight out of college and it’s a baptism of fire because

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