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Marella Cruises

Marella’ means ‘shining sea’ in Celtic and beautifully captures who we are and what we do. We sail to 100+ ports around the world, so – whether it’s tropical islands or culture-crammed coastal towns – there’s something new over every horizon. We’ve got two decades of sailing under our belt, and we combine TUI’s vast experience in holidays with our warm, friendly cruising expertise.

Princess Cruises

One of the best-known names in cruising, Princess Cruises first set sail in 1965 with a single ship cruising to Mexico. More than 50 years later, the line is renowned for innovative ships, an array of onboard options, and an environment of exceptional customer service. A recognized leader in worldwide cruising, Princess offers millions of…

Virgin Voyages

Our voyages are more than occasions to burn annual leave or drink on a beach. They’re truly unforgettable getaways that give you stories worth writing home about — whether the stories are big, like celebrating 40 years of marriage together on sundrenched Caribbean shores, or small stories, like discovering a new favourite dessert on the Italian coast.

With kid-free, superyacht-inspired lady ships that feature our signature red hammocks on most balconies, and a focus on offering nothing less than exceptional service, our unique (and kid-free) vision has been defying expectations since we first hit the water. Now that we’ve taken home Condé Nast Traveler’s #1 Large Cruise Ship and Travel + Leisure’s #1 Best Mega Ship in 2024, we’re more thrilled than ever to exemplify the modern luxury and romance of sailing.

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines

Fred. Olsen originated in Hvitsten, a small town on the shores of Oslofjord, Norway, in 1848 when three Olsen brothers – Fredrik Christian, Petter and Andreas – bought their first ships and began an international shipping company. 175 years later, and now into the fifth generation of the family, Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines operate cruises from the UK and inspirational Grand Voyages aboard three smaller, intimately-sized ocean-going ships and sail to some of the world’s greatest and most authentic destinations to provide guests with simply unforgettable holiday experiences.

Alongside Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, the Fred. Olsen group also operate a variety of other companies, including Fred. Olsen Travel, and Fred. Olsen Express ferries in the Canary Islands, and has interests in the luxury hotel, aviation, estate management, electronics and offshore energy industries. Fred. Olsen offices are spread throughout the globe, although the group’s main headquarters remain firmly in the family’s hands in Oslo and Tenerife. Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is based in Ipswich, the county town of Suffolk, England.

Riviera Travel

Riviera Travel is the UK’s leading river cruise and tour operator. For over 40 years our experts have been bringing to life the world’s most fascinating destinations.

Ambassador Cruiseline

Ambassador Cruise Line is a British, no-fly cruise line founded in 2021 by former Cruise & Maritime Voyages (CMV) CEO Christian Verhounig, aiming to provide authentic, affordable, and high-quality experiences for UK passengers, especially those over 50. The company’s first ship, Ambience, set sail in May 2022, followed by Ambition in May 2023, offering a range of adult-only and multi-generational cruises to destinations including the Nordics, Caribbean, and Mediterranean. Ambassador Cruise Line emphasises a friendly atmosphere and traditional British entertainment.

Crystal Cruises

Crystal has been the watchword for exceptional cruises for three decades. In 2022, the world-leading travel company A&K Travel Group acquired the Crystal brand and refurbished and relaunched its flagships, Crystal Serenity and Crystal Symphony. Now, Crystal has set a new standard at sea.