November Blue Horizons Online Exclusive Edition

NEW SHIPS ON THE BLOCK

Whether it’s brand new and built from the ground up or a new take on an old favourite, there’s plenty for us to look forward to in 2023. Here are the four cruise ships that we’re most excited to see launch next year:

Ambition, Ambasssador Cruise Line

Ambition is the second ship to join the Ambassador Cruise Line fleet. Built in 1999, Ambition started life as Mistral for Festival Cruises and has had a varied and interesting career ever since. When she re-enters service in May 2023, she will carry up to 1,200 passengers and boast a plethora of leisure facilities including fleet favourites, Buckingham Restaurant and The Palladium.

Celebrity Ascent, Celebrity Cruises

The Celebrity Cruises fleet is the pinnacle of premium cruising. And now, with the fourth ship in the magnificent Edge Series launching in December 2023, it’s about to get even better.

Celebrity Ascent will be the sister ship to Celebrity Beyond, but will feature newlyexpanded open spaces on deck. Think bigger and better. What’s more, she will boast the widest range of accommodation in the fleet.

Emerald Sakara, Emerald Cruises

More a luxury yacht than a cruise ship, Emerald Sakara will offer intimate cruising at its finest when she launches in August 2023. At 110 metres in length and with just 100 passengers on board, Emerald Yacht Cruises’ newest ship is perfect for relaxing and discovering exciting destinations.

Seven Seas Grandeur, Regent Seven Seas Cruises

When she launches in November 2023, Seven Seas Grandeur will take the established excellence of the Regent Seven Seas Cruises fleet and refine it to create a luxury experience like no other at sea. With every luxury included, guests can embrace every single moment of their journey. Inspired by the past and re-imagined for the future, will Seven Seas Grandeur take the title of the “world’s most luxurious cruise ship?”

HELLO AND WELCOME TO THE EXCLUSIVE ONLINE EDITION OF BLUE HORIZONS

Jeremy Dickinson, Chairman of ROL Cruise

Overleaf, for 5 days only, you will be able to book our top 5 specially selected deals, featuring exclusive benefits, not available to book anywhere else. This promotion is exclusive for online readers of Blue Horizons. For this limited time you will also receive EXCLUSIVE TRIPLE CRUISE MILES ® along with other bonus bookings only. But please do not delay – promotion ends 8pm 26th October 2022.

Plus, I am delighted to give you a preview of what’s coming up in your full edition of Blue Horizons November 2022. The delights of the Moselle Valley are as mesmerising in Autumn as in Summer, so why not book a Scenic Cruises River Cruise with the Brand New 2024 Launch Promotion! Whichever date you choose, super earlybird savings are yours!

Of course, my favourite time of year is the festive season, so look out for a selection of festive cruises. Whether you fancy tucking in to your turkey during a special Christmas Day at sea, or waking up on New Year's Day in a new country, or perhaps escaping in the run up to Christmas with a special Christmas Market cruise, we have the voyage for you.

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I never seem to have enough words to describe all of our fantastic offers, but one more you really don’t want to miss out on is P&O Cruises Brand New Official 2024/25 Launch Promotion which starts to go on general sale from 8.30am 1 st November 2022. Unearth the treasures of the Caribbean on board Iona’s maiden Caribbean voyage; discover the breathtaking wonders and wildlife of the Amazon on board Aurora – sailing these waters for the first time since 2019 – or opt for the ultimate world adventure on board Arcadia’s Official No-Fly 2025 Grand World Voyage. The choice is yours!

Happy cruising!

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Please do not miss out on Ambition’s Maiden Season, where you can cruise from as little as £65 pp per night . Receive incredible fares but please hurry as these will increase and demand is already high for these sought-after cruises and cabins are selling fast! Once they’re gone, they’re gone!

Page 6-7 SAGA

Cabins are selling fast on SAGA’s Brand-New No-Fly British Isles voyages. These new voyages have only been on sale for a week but prices are already increasing so book now to avoid disappointment. Not only can you save up to 35% ± but included in your fare, Saga offer Travel Insurance, Drinks, Gratuities, WIFI and Shore Excursions!

Page 8-9 Celebrity Cruises®

Filled to the brim with an incredible array of exclusive benefits that are only available until 8pm 26th October 2022 – this flash sale is not to be missed! Book an Ocean View and upgrade to a Balcony stateroom for FREE , enjoy exclusive FREE car parking#, receive FREE on board spend of up to $1,350* plus, you will enjoy 5H all-inclusive cruising – there has never been a better time to book!

Page 10-11 Princess

These no-fly itineraries sail from Southampton, meaning no long-haul flights or luggage restrictions, which has definitely added to its popularity! Plus, benefit from incredible FREE stateroom upgrades , including Deluxe Balcony to Mini Suite^ and the option to secure you’re preferred cabin with a LOW deposit. Please hurry, this offer ends 8pm 26th October 2022!

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Jane Archer - Yes I Do!

Page 14-15 Regent Seven Seas Cruises®

Combining 6H all-inclusive ultra-luxury cruising with exclusive benefits, including unbeatable fares and exclusive on board spend makes this incredible voyage unmissable! Regent Seven seas Cruises® offer the most inclusive cruise experience, so it’s easy to see why this is great value for money but please do not delay as fares will increase!

for 5 days ONLY and must end 8PM 26 TH OCTOBER 2022 - please do not miss out!

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JULY 2023

Wed 19 Embark Ambience and depart London Tilbury for your 10-night voyage

Fri 21 Kirkwall, Orkney Islands

Sat 22 Stornoway, Isle of Lewis

Sun 23 Tobermory, Isle of Mull

The colourful houses of Tobermory are picture perfect, resembling a contented child’s view of the world. You may even imagine you’re dreaming, but your eyes will open wide at the stunning surrounding scenery

Mon 24 Belfast, Northern Ireland

Tue 25 Cork (from Cobh), Ireland (arrive midday)

Wed 26 St. Mary’s, Isles of Scilly

Thu 27 St. Peter Port, Guernsey

Fri 28 Le Havre, France

Sat 29 Arrive in London Tilbury

Dates not mentioned will be spent relaxing at sea

17 NIGHTS DEPARTING 16TH SEPTEMBER 2023

SEPTEMBER 2023

Sat 16 Embark Ambition and depart Bristol for your 17-night maiden season voyage

Sun 17 Falmouth, England

Tue 19 Santiago de Compostela (from Vigo), Spain

Thu 21 Gibraltar

Sat 23 Mahón, Menorca, Spain (depart early pm)

Sun 24 Ajaccio, Corsica, France (arrive midday)

Mon 25 Florence/Pisa (from Livorno), Italy

Tue 26 Rome (from Civitavecchia), Italy

Whether you’re exploring the Vatican Museums, marvelling at the dramatic Colosseum, or making a wish at the Trevi Fountain, ‘The Eternal City’ is full of highlights

Fri 29 Seville (from Cádiz), Spain (depart early pm)

Sat 30 Lisbon, Portugal

OCTOBER 2023

Tue 3 Arrive in Bristol

Dates not mentioned will be spent relaxing at sea

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INCREDIBLE READER OFFERS SAVINGS OF UP TO £6,300±

– PLEASE DO NOT DELAY, FARES WILL INCREASE!

FULL BOARD adults-only no-fly cruising on board Ambience, the flagship of Britain’s newest cruise line or Ambition, the newest ship in the fleet, including:

- FREE on board spend of up to £1,520 for Ocean View cabins and above*

- Port car parking from only £120 #

- A premium value, authentic and traditional cruise experience at a fantastically affordable price

- UPGRADE to drinks & gratuities with the Ambassador

- Expedition Drinks Package from only £28 pp per night

NO-FLY CANARIES, MADEIRA & MOROCCO WINTER ESCAPE

OCTOBER 2023

Wed 25 Embark Ambition and depart Bristol for your 16-night maiden season voyage

Sat 28 Lisbon, Portugal

Mon 30 Funchal, Madeira

The Madeira archipelago’s capital city really will take your breath away with its rolling hills, dramatic mountain scenes, year-round blooming gardens and renowned wineries

Tue 31 Santa Cruz, Tenerife (arrive midday – depart late night)

NOVEMBER 2023

Wed 1 Las Palmas, Gran Canaria

Thu 2 Arrecife, Lanzarote

Lanzarote is an island destination which promises to leave you awed by the majesty of nature, thanks to its volcanic geology which dates back a mere 15 million years. This area is a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, meaning it’s an area comprising terrestrial, marine and coastal ecosystems. It is certainly an island of many fascinating contrasts

Sat 4 Agadir, Morocco (depart early pm)

Sun 5 Marrakesh (from Casablanca), Morocco (depart late night)

From the smooth terrain of the desert plains to the rugged outline of the mountain ranges, Morocco offers an experience like no other. Head to Marrakech and Casablanca to experience the true pleasures of this cultural gem

Tue 7 Oporto (from Leixões), Portugal

Fri 10 Arrive in Bristol

Dates not mentioned will be spent relaxing at sea

- Locally inspired dishes on board and energy efficient engines, to help pave the way for more sustainable cruising

- A wide range of entertainment, including evening shows, plays, cabarets, live music & classical interludes

- Use of gym, swimming pool and hot tubs as well as spa access

- Porterage of luggage between the port and cabin

- The currency on board is pound sterling, so you won’t be affected by any foreign exchange rate fluctuation

JUST A DEPOSIT REQUIRED THEN NOTHING TO PAY UNTIL 2023

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DECEMBER 2023

Mon 11 Embark Ambition and depart London Tilbury for your 38-night maiden season voyage

Tue 12 Amsterdam, Netherlands (depart early pm)

Fri 15 Leixões (for Oporto), Portugal (depart early pm)

Sun 17 Funchal, Madeira

Wed 20 Mindelo, São Vicente, Cape Verde (arrive midday)

Sun 24 « Spend Christmas Eve relaxing at sea«

Mon 25 « Spend Christmas Day relaxing at sea« Savour a sumptuous Christmas dinner on board along with many other special touches. Ambassador will pull out all the stops for the most magical celebration – the only way to find out more is to book your place on board!

Tue 26 Bridgetown, Barbados « Boxing Day«

Wed 27 St. George’s, Grenada (depart late night)

Thu 28 Mayreau, St. Vincent & the Grenadines

Sat 30 Willemstad, Curaçao

Sun 31 Oranjestad, Aruba « New Year’s Eve«

JANUARY 2024

Mon 1 «Spend New Year’s Day relaxing at sea«

Tue 2 Kingstown, St. Vincent & the Grenadines

Wed 3 Castries, St. Lucia

Thu 4 Basseterre, St. Kitts (depart late night)

Fri 5 Philipsburg, St. Maarten (depart late night)

Sat 6 St. John’s, Antigua

With 365 beaches – one for each day of the year, say the locals – Antigua is a sun-kissed paradise. St. John’s is your gateway to historic sites including the restored Nelson’s Dockyard

Sat 13 Ponta Delgada, São Miguel, Azores

Thu 18 Arrive in London Tilbury

Dates not mentioned will be spent relaxing at sea

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Located on Scotland’s wild north coast, Scrabster is a fishing harbour town, well-placed for escaping to the rugged scenery of the Highlands. Nearby, the 16th century Castle of Mey in Caithness was purchased by Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother in 1952 and has around 30 acres of gardens and parkland to explore

28 Lerwick, Shetland Islands, Scotland

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Sun 30 Arrive in Dover

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When it comes to luxury cruising, Saga believe that your experience should start as soon as you step outside your front door. It begins the moment your FREE Chauffeur picks you up at home, and continues as you step aboard one of their smaller, British ships into a world of first-class service, exceptional cuisine and beautiful surroundings. Take away the tiresome flights and the hassle of navigating the airport and relax as you’re taken directly to your ship. Unpack only once and set your horizons towards discovery.

A BALCONY FOR EVERY GUEST

It’s one of the most distinctive features: every cabin has a balcony, including single cabins, giving you your own outside space. So whether you’re cruising the islands of the Caribbean or discovering the flavours of the Cape Verde, you have your own place to relax, enjoy the views and fresh air, and watch the sun set as you head to another incredible destination.

AUGUST 2023

Mon 28 Embark Spirit of Adventure and depart Dover Wed 30 Isles of Scilly, England HIncluded Shore Excursion

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Thu 31 Falmouth, England HIncluded Shore Excursion

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Falmouth is a thriving port town, well-known for its rich maritime heritage and was converted into a seaport at the suggestion of Sir Walter Raleigh. Positioned on the Cornish coast at the Fal Estuary, today the town is the start and finish line for many record-breaking sea voyages including those of Dame Ellen MacArthur and Sir Robin Knox-Johnston

SEPTEMBER 2023

Fri 1 Fowey, England HIncluded Shore Excursion

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Sat 2 Portland, England HIncluded Shore Excursion

Sun 3 Arrive in Dover

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AUGUST 2023

Sun 3 Embark Spirit of Adventure and depart Dover

Mon 4 - This unique non-stop circumnavigation of Great Britain Sun 10 will showcase the beauty of our coastlines from a new perspective. Cruise from the rugged shores of Scotland all the way to the most south westerly point of Land’s End. Spirit of Adventure offers a something for everyone with the opportunity to do as much or as little as you choose; from exploring subjects that interest you in a lecture, finding a cosy corner in the library to read a book, enjoying a treatment in the spa or just sitting on your private balcony taking in the breath-taking scenery

Mon 11 Arrive in Dover

Please note, this is scenic cruising only

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Your holiday should be effortless from the start and, with Celebrity, you can enjoy a dedicated concierge service, a dedicated on board team of nearly one staff member for every two guests as well as personal butlers and dedicated room stewards. Not only this, but Celebrity has made your experience more convenient and relaxing by always including their most popular amenities for every guest, in every stateroom, on every sailing.

CLASSIC DRINKS PACKAGE

Choose from an incredible array of cocktails, beers, spirits and liqueurs and wines by the glass.

STANDARD WI-FI

Celebrity know that staying in touch is important, so have included internet access for free so you can browse the web or use email and texting.

GRATUITIES

Celebrity’s helpful staff strive to go the extra mile so that guests can have the holiday of a lifetime. All gratuities for the crew are included in the cost of your holiday.

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Drinks Package, Gratuities & unlimited Wi-Fi for all bookings++ Princess MedallionClass™ experience featuring expedited arrival, touchless stateroom entry, on demand services, family and friends locator and interactive voyage timeline

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MEDITERRANEAN

24-hour buffet, 24-hour international café, poolside grill, ice cream bar, pizzeria, afternoon tea or 24-hour room service

- Variety of bars including Crooners Martini Bar and Wheelhouse bar

- Movies under the Stars at the poolside theatre with complimentary popcorn

- Blissful retreats on board including the Lotus Spa® or The Sanctuary××

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Day 1 Embark Sky Princess® and depart Southampton Day 4 Cádiz (for Seville), Spain Day 6 Barcelona, Spain Barcelona’s stunning blend of intriguing architecture, irrepressible culture, exquisite food and inviting beaches means that it is truly a destination that has something for everyone Day 7 Marseille (for Provence), France Day 8 Livorno (for Florence/Pisa), Italy Day 9 Civitavecchia (for Rome), Italy Day 10 Alghero, Sardinia, Italy Day 12 Gibraltar Day 15 Arrive in Southampton

Dates not mentioned are spent relaxing at sea

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Itinerary, fares and availability are based on the 2nd September 2023 departure and ports of call may vary on other date.

SEPTEMBER 2023

Sat 23 Embark Sky Princess® and depart Southampton Sat 30 Boston, Massachusetts, USA OCTOBER 2023

Sun 1 Bar Harbor, Maine, USA

Mon 2 Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada (arrive late am)

Tue 3 Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

Thu 5 – Québec City, Québec, Canada

Fri 6 (arrive early pm – overnight)

With its steep cobbled streets, beautiful buildings and rich history, it won’t take you long to fall in love with this charming Canadian city

Sat 7 Saguenay, Québec, Canada

Mon 9 Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada

Wed 11 St. John’s, Newfoundland, Canada

Tue 17 Arrive in Southampton

Dates not mentioned are spent relaxing at sea

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1 1942 film starring Humphrey Bogart (10)

6 Shortened word for bathroom powder (4)

9 Caribbean island, capital St. George’s (7)

10 Public transport halting-place (3,4)

12 Sea bordered by three continents (13)

14 Cause to lose one’s nerve (5)

15 Shallow area of water in Northern Europe (6,3)

17 Casual clothing for wearing on the sands (9)

19 Ancient Cinque Port near Folkestone (5)

21 Annual horse race in USA (8,5)

24 Of the river of the underworld causing forgetfulness (7)

25 Placed in a high position of respect (7)

26 Canal connecting 12 across and Red Sea (4)

27 Computerised X-ray machine (3,7)

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2 Dad’s wife, not one’s mother (7)

3 Building where one pays for accommodation (8,5)

4 Capable of adjusting to different conditions (9)

5 Heavy wooden pole tossed by Scotsmen (5)

7 Female performer on stage (7)

8 Tivoli Gardens are in this capital city (10)

11 Great fleet defeated in the Channel by English fleets in 1588 (7,6)

13 Informal word for blockheads (10)

16 Gruesomeness or ghastliness (9)

18 -- Crosbie, Margaret Meldrew in ‘One Foot in the Grave’ (7)

20 Attempt to do something risky (3,2,2)

African country, capital Nairobi (5)

River flowing from Czech Republic through Poland and Germany to the 15 across (4)

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It’s 4.20pm and Rachel has arrived to escort Mark and I from our suite on Seven Seas Explorer to a very important date we’ve lined up with Captain Rosario. Rachel, I should explain, is Explorer’s social hostess; the date with the captain (call me Saro) is to renew our wedding vows after notching up 18 years together.

As we got hitched at sea, it seemed only fitting to keep the nautical theme going when we decided to celebrate achieving our milestone (all to do with my long and frequent absences on cruises, Mark likes to tell people!).

We’ve gone upmarket this time, repeating our vows on the Regent Seven Seas Cruises’ ship dubbed the world’s most luxurious before it was even built. All to do with its all-suite accommodation, apartment-style Regent Suite, art-deco looks and charming crew. Explorer is also one of the world’s most inclusive ships, with drinks, excursions and almost everything you could ever want on holiday included in the price. Talk about a spoil!

You’d think second time around we would have a good idea of what we were doing, but we arrive on board seriously unprepared so thank goodness for Rachel, who has everything under control. She has booked Captain Saro for the

ceremony, chosen a venue, lined up a red carpet, put the galley on standby to bake a cake and ordered a bouquet for me, a boutonnière for Mark and a bottle of Champagne to pop once the deed is done. She also gives us a choice of vows (non-religious please) and the option of penning a few words of our own to say to each other once we have done the ’til death us do part’ stuff.

All that (and a box of Leonidas chocolates delivered to our suite) is included in a renewal of vows package for couples on Regent into. For those just starting life together, there’s a honeymoon package that includes a letter of congratulations from the captain as well as cake, Champagne, caviar, canapés and chocolates. Or for those marking a big birthday or anniversary, there’s a letter of congratulations, rose petals, Champagne and chocolates.

As our vows ceremony isn’t until late afternoon, I’m treating myself to a makeover in the spa. After all, it’s only, err, twice that you do this marriage thing, well to the same person anyway. First up, Ruby is painting my nails, then it’s over to Ivy for an age-defying facial and finally hairstylist Daryl tries to bring order to my wayward locks. Nails and face shining and hair grips in place, I race back to my suite. It’s time to get changed.

Rather than worrying what to wear when renewing one’s vows, I am going with the dress I got hitched in, while Mark is in the same suit. It’s a neat bit of recycling, and I am more than a little proud that after 18 years and heaven knows how many cruises, my dress fits as well as the day I bought it. And they say cruising is all about overindulging!

Just in time, we’re ready. It might not be the actual wedding, but I am just as nervous as Rachel escorts us downstairs and the first notes of Pachelbel’s hauntingly-beautiful Canon in D Major float up from the atrium. It’s the music we chose for our first wedding and accompanies us as we walk down the grand staircase, turn towards the red carpet and…. Wow!

When Rachel said some officers were attending as stand-in guests, we expected two or three, but 10 or more have turned out, all in full uniform. We walk the red carpet, Captain Saro takes his place at the podium and we are off.

Cruise director Dru talks about love and marriage, the captain takes our vows, we read the few words we’ve penned and it’s all over. Cue glasses of fizz all round because this, of all days, is one where cruising really is all about overindulging. See page 14-15 to experience the Regent Seven Seas’ difference for yourself.

Jane Archer is one of the UK's leading cruise journalists and cruise expert for the Daily Telegraph. She has been sharing her experiences with Blue Horizons' readers for the past 14 years.

YES, I STILL DO – AND TO THE SAME MAN!

AUGUST 2024

Mon 5 Embark the ultra-luxurious 6« Seven Seas Navigator® and depart Southampton for your 20 night all-inclusive voyage

Wed 7 Kirkwall, Orkney Islands (arrive late am)

Thu 8 Tórshavn, Faroe Islands (arrive late am)

Sat 10 Akureyri, Iceland

«Recommended INCLUDED Excursion×: Godafoss and leisurely Akureyri

Travel to thundering Godafoss Waterfall, then tour Akureyri and the world’s most northerly botanical garden. Plunging down in a roaring torrent from its high horseshoe-shaped rim, Godafoss is one of Iceland’s most impressive natural wonders

Sun 11 Ísafjörður, Iceland

Ísafjörður is a town in the Westfjords region of northwest Iceland. It's known for its dramatic landscapes. The Westfjords Heritage Museum has exhibits on the town’s maritime history, including a collection of old fishing boats. The old hospital, now a cultural centre, contains archives and photography

Mon 12 - Reykjavík, Iceland (overnight – depart early pm)

Tue 13 «Recommended INCLUDED Excursion×: Whale Watching Board a specialised whale watching vessel and head out into the bay. With your guide helping you know when and where to look, keep your eyes peeled for the most exciting of marine mammals: minke, humpback and killer whales. Expect to also spot white-beaked dolphins, harbour porpoises, seals and seabirds

«Recommended INCLUDED Excursion×: Bathing in the Blue Lagoon

Travel into the scenic, volcanic Reykjanes Peninsula to visit one of Iceland’s most famous landmarks. Experience the geothermal seawater famed for its restorative effects on the skin, and ability to wash away the stress of modern life in minutes

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past majestic whales and between immense icebergs as you cruise the serene waters that surround Greenland

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with Included unlimited shore excursions × – A comprehensive range of award-winning shore excursions are available in every port of call to enhance your experience, many of which include UNESCO World Heritage Sites. From

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“Excellent service from experienced professionals”

The staff are very helpful and reassuring when discussing cruises. All members of staff I have spoken to are pleasant and friendly and their knowledge is very useful. They promote confidence and honesty when arranging a cruise.

Prices are per person based on two adults sharing, except single cabins, may increase or be withdrawn at any time. Offers apply to new bookings only. Ports may require a tender. >Will incur supplementary costs and may require an additional overnight stay. Flights may be indirect. On ROL Cruise Signature Experiences, flights are subject to schedule changes and may be based on indirect services with flights arriving same day or overnight. Flights will be confirmed closer to departure which may affect your overall holiday duration and an additional overnight hotel stay may be required. >>Subject to availability. ‡Star ratings are ROL Cruise classified. If the named hotel is unavailable a suitable alternative will be provided. **Chauffeur Service is based on two adults sharing, mileage may be tiered depending on grade booked and additional mileage may be available at a supplement. ++Subject to the cruise line’s T&Cs. ^Subject to availability. *On board spend is per cabin. ±Savings are based on two adults sharing. +Free gift is based on one per booking, for UK mainland addresses only. If gift is a gift card, this is for UK addresses only. <Cabin is on a guarantee basis. #Car parking is based on one space for the duration of the cruise. ×Tours are at a supplement unless otherwise specified, and subject to change. †Grade has a restricted view. Some included visas may only be applicable for UK and EU passport holders and are subject to Government legislation. ××A charge will apply. Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed. Northern Lights sightings are not guaranteed. ††Cruise Miles® T&Cs apply. For full ROL Cruise T&Cs and booking conditions visit www.rolcruise.co.uk. If you would prefer not to receive marketing communications from us, please contact us in writing, by phone on 0800 251 1134 or by email to unsubscribe@rolcruise.co.uk, quoting your full name, address and postcode. E&OE.