MORE CRUISE Why cruises are more

More Destinations, More Luxury MORE CRUISE

Embarking on a cruise means a journey that’s as enjoyable as the destination itself... and with more choice than ever before, award winning More Travel of Stamford have expanded their product offering and launched More Cruise...

According to the saying, it’s better to travel than to arrive. Perhaps that’s why cruises are popular; they offer the best of both worlds.

Embarking on a luxury travel experience on one of the world’s newest and most luxurious state of the art cruise ships means that you can enjoy an incredible series of amazing destinations without the inconvenience of long road transfers and domestic travel.

With a wider choice of cruise operators than ever before, and more destinations to choose from, it’s more important than ever to seek the advice of an independent, experienced and enthusiastic expert like the team at More Travel.

We caught up with Helen Dooley, Owner of More Travel, and Julie Berry who is heading up their cruise plans to find out more. Words: Rob Davis.

“Since 2012, we’ve specialised in creative holiday itineraries, focusing on the unique and unusual as well as the luxurious and contemporary.” “We’ve scooped national and local awards and done a pretty good job of becoming the go to source for the culturally curious and luxury loving clients in both Stamford and Rutland.”

Three Cruise Ideas from Julie Berry of More Cruise

1. Japan: The coastal nature of Japan’s five islands makes it ideal for cruises taking in bustling cities with vibrant energy plus natural wonders like volcanoes and national park, and historic sites amidst cherry blossom trees and other gorgeous scenery, alongside cultural rituals like a tea ceremony. On Celebrity Millennium, £3,873 per person based on Deluxe Balcony room, one night pre-stay in Tokyo followed by 14 night cruise from 27th Mar 2021.

2. New Zealand: Whether you’re a culture vulture or an adventurer (or a little bit of both), Australia and New Zealand are packed full of experiences to delight and enchant. Warm golden sands, adrenaline-fuelled experiences and awe-inspiring landscapes await, including those featured in some of Hollywoods biggest films. On Seabourne Encore £8,500 per person with £500 on board credit per suite, based on 16 day cruise Australia and New Zealand from 21st Dec 2020.

3. Caribbean: Whilst it’s often tricky to secure availability at sensible prices in the most sought after 5* hotels, small luxury cruise lines offer a great alternative in spring. Many Caribbean cruises offer a relaxed itinerary with casual dining, plenty of glorious beach time and the chance to visit smaller Caribbean islands.

On Virgin Voyage’s Scarlet Lady, £2,050 per person, five night Caribbean cruise including Miami Beach from 3rd July 2020.

NB: Because travel prices are subject to a number of factors, our prices should be considered a guide only. For up to date prices and availability call More Travel and More Cruise. For full T&Cs, please contact More Travel.

“Over the last year we started to notice emerging luxury cruise lines featuring really interesting destinations and becoming really innovative in their itineraries and onboard experience. Recognising the opportunity this presented we asked Julie to join the team, exploring potential partnerships. Cruises have become increasingly popular and it’s easy to see why.”

Both journey and destination are a pleasure; new partners coming into the sector has meant the many common objections to cruising have been overcome. Think less cruise ship and more luxury boutique hotel that magically moves you and your belongings from one point of interest to the next.

“A greater demand for specialist advice has led More Travel to create a new team at More Cruise, ensuring that we’re more experienced, more familiar and better placed to offer expert advice.”

“More Cruise is a natural extension in the More Travel journey. We’ve worked really hard to ensure we are competitive price wise, negotiating additional opportunities for our clients.”

“Thanks to our specialist destination knowledge we can add value to travel plans, by being creative with flights, adding additional nights and making sure all the pre and post concierge is taken care of! We can create the trip of a lifetime, designed for you, infused with once in a life time memories and luxury.” n

THE MORE TRAVEL TEAM SHARE THEIR TOP FIVE DREAM HOLIDAY IDEAS FOR 2020...

1. Bhutan: Getting to and from this small Himalayan country is easier than ever before, and you’ll be rewarded with breathtaking mountain views, and the serenity of Buddhist traditions

2 .Japan: As hosts of the Rugby World Cup, Japan has reignited our passion for this unique and fascinating destination. The neon lights and uber-technology of Tokyo are unique in the world, but Japan also has a very calm, traditional side.

3. Jamaica: Jamaica’s scenery is stunning and there is much to experience beyond the beach. This is one of the more culturally interesting islands of the Caribbean, so fall in love with its sights and sounds!

4. Experiential Travel: A huge trend in the travel industry today is the move towards ‘experiences’. Instead of focusing on a hotel and its facilities, this kind of holiday is focused on immersing you into the culture of a destination.

43 5. Next Generation Cruises: Cruise ships are working hard to attract a new generation of passengers. The image of cruising as the realm of older passengers is changing fast, especially with Virgin entering the market.