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Seabourn Ultra-Luxury Summer 2026 Voyages NOW ON SALE
Seabourn Ultra-Luxury Summer 2026 Voyages NOW ON SALE
Seabourn Ultra-Luxury Summer 2026 Voyages NOW
Seabourn Ultra-Luxury Summer 2026 Voyages
ON SALE
NOW ON SALE
Seabourn Ultra-Luxury Summer 2026 Voyages NOW ON SALE
Seabourn Ultra-Luxury Summer 2026 Voyages
NEW: 2026 Solar Eclipse Sailings!
NEW: 2026 Solar Eclipse Sailings!
NEW: 2026 Solar Eclipse Sailings!
NEW: 2026 Solar Eclipse Sailings!
NEW: 2026 Solar Eclipse Sailings!
EUROPE, ALASKA, JAPAN, CANADA & NEW ENGLAND
EUROPE, ALASKA, JAPAN, CANADA & NEW ENGLAND
EUROPE, ALASKA, JAPAN, CANADA &
EUROPE, ALASKA, JAPAN, CANADA & NEW ENGLAND
EUROPE, ALASKA, JAPAN, CANADA & NEW ENGLAND
EUROPE, ALASKA, JAPAN, CANADA & NEW ENGLAND
Prepare to delight your senses and your soul - with your next “never before” experience. Things you’ve never seen before, done before, tasted before, or been so moved by before.
Prepare to delight your senses and your soul - with your next “never before” experience. Things you’ve never seen before, done before, tasted before, or been so moved by before.
Prepare to delight your senses and your soul – with your next “never before” experience. Things you’ve never seen before, done before, tasted before, or been so moved by before.
Prepare to delight your senses and your soul - with your next “never before” experience. Things you’ve never seen before, done before, tasted before, or been so moved by before.
Prepare to delight your senses and your soul - with your next “never before” experience. Things you’ve never seen before, done before, tasted before, or been so moved by before.
Prepare to delight your senses and your soul - with your next “never before” experience. Things you’ve never seen before, done before, tasted before, or been so moved by before.
Prepare to delight your senses and your soul - with your next “never before” experience. Things you’ve never seen before, done before, tasted before, or been so moved by before.
Welcome to the incomparable value of all-inclusive, ultra-luxury cruising on Seabourn. You’ll immediately feel at home on one of our four yacht-like ships while being pampered by intuitive, personalised service. Ensconced in your spacious oceanfront suite, you’ll create unforgettable memories, savour gourmet dining that rivals the world’s finest restaurants and enjoy complimentary premium wines and spirits. With the added benefit of only unpacking once.
Welcome to the incomparable value of all-inclusive, ultra-luxury cruising on Seabourn. You’ll immediately feel at home on one of our four yacht-like ships while being pampered by intuitive, personalised service. Ensconced in your spacious oceanfront suite, you’ll create unforgettable memories, savour gourmet dining that rivals the world’s finest restaurants and enjoy complimentary premium wines and spirits. With the added benefit of only unpacking once.
Welcome to the incomparable value of all-inclusive, ultra-luxury cruising on Seabourn. You’ll immediately feel at home on one of our four yacht-like ships while being pampered by intuitive, personalised service. Ensconced in your spacious oceanfront suite, you’ll create unforgettable memories, savour gourmet dining that rivals the world’s finest restaurants and enjoy complimentary premium wines and spirits. With the added benefit of only unpacking once.
Welcome to the incomparable value of all-inclusive, ultra-luxury cruising on Seabourn. You’ll immediately feel at home on one of our four yacht-like ships while being pampered by intuitive, personalised service. Ensconced in your spacious ocean-front suite, you’ll create unforgettable memories, savour gourmet dining that rivals the world’s finest restaurants and enjoy complimentary premium wines and spirits. With the added benefit of only unpacking once.
Welcome to the incomparable value of all-inclusive, ultra-luxury cruising on Seabourn. You’ll immediately feel at home on one of our four yacht-like ships while being pampered by intuitive, personalised service. Ensconced in your spacious oceanfront suite, you’ll create unforgettable memories, savour gourmet dining that rivals the world’s finest restaurants and enjoy complimentary premium wines and spirits. With the added benefit of only unpacking once.
Welcome to the incomparable value of all-inclusive, ultra-luxury cruising on Seabourn. You’ll immediately feel at home on one of our four yacht-like ships while being pampered by intuitive, personalised service. Ensconced in your spacious oceanfront suite, you’ll create unforgettable memories, savour gourmet dining that rivals the world’s finest restaurants and enjoy complimentary premium wines and spirits. With the added benefit of only unpacking once.
Here are just a few highlights:
Welcome to the incomparable value of all-inclusive, ultra-luxury cruising on Seabourn. You’ll immediately feel at home on one of our four yacht-like ships while being pampered by intuitive, personalised service. Ensconced in your spacious oceanfront suite, you’ll create unforgettable memories, savour gourmet dining that rivals the world’s finest restaurants and enjoy complimentary premium wines and spirits. With the added benefit of only unpacking once.
Here are just a few highlights:
Here are just a few highlights:
Here are just a few highlights:
Here are just a few highlights:
THE SOLAR ECLIPSE
Here are just a few highlights:
Here are just a few highlights:
Two unique itineraries will feature a chance to view the total solar eclipse occurring on 12 August 2026 –when the moon passes between Earth and Sun to create this rare phenomenon.
14-Day West Ireland Gems & Solar Eclipse
14-Day West Ireland Gems & Solar Eclipse
14-Day West Ireland Gems & Solar Eclipse
SEABOURN OVATION l 8 Aug 2026 | Dover to Reykjavik
SEABOURN OVATION l 8 Aug 2026 | Dover to Reykjavik
14-Day West Ireland Gems & Solar Eclipse
14-Day West Ireland Gems & Solar Eclipse
14-Day West Ireland Gems & Solar Eclipse
SEABOURN OVATION l 8 Aug 2026 | Dover to Reykjavik
SEABOURN OVATION l 8 Aug 2026 | Dover to Reykjavik
SEABOURN OVATION l 8 Aug 2026 | Dover to Reykjavik
From £8,145pp | Fly cruise – please ask Visits: Cowes (Isle of Wight); Fowey (Cornwall); Galway (Ireland); Killybegs (Donegal); Oban (Scotland); Ullapool; Torshavn (Faroes); Heimaey (Westman Islands).
From £8,145pp | Fly cruise – please ask Visits: Cowes (Isle of Wight); Fowey (Cornwall); Galway (Ireland); Killybegs (Donegal); Oban (Scotland); Ullapool; Torshavn (Faroes); Heimaey (Westman Islands).
From £8,145pp | Fly cruise – please ask Visits: Cowes (Isle of Wight); Fowey (Cornwall); Galway (Ireland); Killybegs (Donegal); Oban (Scotland); Ullapool; Torshavn (Faroes); Heimaey (Westman Islands).
From £8,145pp | Fly cruise – please ask
SEABOURN OVATION l 8 Aug 2026 | Dover to Reykjavik
From £8,145pp | Fly cruise – please ask
From £8,145pp | Fly cruise – please ask Visits: Cowes (Isle of Wight); Fowey (Cornwall); Galway (Ireland); Killybegs (Donegal); Oban (Scotland); Ullapool; Torshavn (Faroes); Heimaey (Westman Islands).
Visits: Cowes (Isle of Wight); Fowey (Cornwall); Galway (Ireland); Killybegs (Donegal); Oban (Scotland); Ullapool; Torshavn (Faroes); Heimaey (Westman Islands).
•Jane A Green, Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society, will share her expertise on the solar eclipse.
•Jane A Green, Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society, will share her expertise on the solar eclipse.
Visits: Cowes (Isle of Wight); Fowey (Cornwall); Galway (Ireland); Killybegs (Donegal); Oban (Scotland); Ullapool; Torshavn (Faroes); Heimaey (Westman Islands).
•Jane A Green, Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society, will share her expertise on the solar eclipse.
•Jane A Green, Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society, will share her expertise on the solar eclipse.
•Jane A Green, Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society, will share her expertise on the solar eclipse.
•Jane A Green, Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society, will share her expertise on the solar eclipse.
10-day Spanish Gems & Solar Eclipse
10-day Spanish Gems & Solar Eclipse
SEABOURN SOJOURN l 7 Aug 2026 | Roundtrip Barcelona
10-day Spanish Gems & Solar Eclipse
SEABOURN SOJOURN l 7 Aug 2026 | Roundtrip Barcelona
10-day Spanish Gems & Solar Eclipse
10-day Spanish Gems & Solar Eclipse
10-day Spanish Gems & Solar Eclipse
SEABOURN SOJOURN l 7 Aug 2026 | Roundtrip Barcelona
From £6,855pp | Fly cruise – please ask
From £6,855pp | Fly cruise – please ask
SEABOURN SOJOURN l 7 Aug 2026 | Roundtrip Barcelona
SEABOURN SOJOURN l 7 Aug 2026 | Roundtrip Barcelona
From £6,855pp | Fly cruise – please ask
Visits: Valencia (Spain); Cartagena (Murcia); Motril (Granada); Melilla (Spanish Morocco); Palma de Mallorca; St Tropez (France); La Ciotat.
From £6,855pp | Fly cruise – please ask
SEABOURN SOJOURN l 7 Aug 2026 | Roundtrip Barcelona
Visits: Valencia (Spain); Cartagena (Murcia); Motril (Granada); Melilla (Spanish Morocco); Palma de Mallorca; St Tropez (France); La Ciotat.
From £6,855pp | Fly cruise – please ask
From £6,855pp | Fly cruise – please ask Visits: Valencia (Spain); Cartagena (Murcia); Motril (Granada); Melilla (Spanish Morocco); Palma de Mallorca; St Tropez (France); La Ciotat.
Visits: Valencia (Spain); Cartagena (Murcia); Motril (Granada); Melilla (Spanish Morocco); Palma de Mallorca; St Tropez (France); La Ciotat.
Visits: Valencia (Spain); Cartagena (Murcia); Motril (Granada); Melilla (Spanish Morocco); Palma de Mallorca; St Tropez (France); La Ciotat.
•Science presenter, author & broadcaster Dallas Campbell will share her solar eclipse expertise.
•Science presenter, author & broadcaster Dallas Campbell will share her solar eclipse expertise.
Visits: Valencia (Spain); Cartagena (Murcia); Motril (Granada); Melilla (Spanish Morocco); Palma de Mallorca; St Tropez (France); La Ciotat.
•Science presenter, author & broadcaster Dallas Campbell will share her solar eclipse expertise.
•Science presenter, author & broadcaster Dallas Campbell will share her solar eclipse expertise.
•Science presenter, author & broadcaster Dallas Campbell will share her solar eclipse expertise.
•Science presenter, author & broadcaster Dallas Campbell will share her solar eclipse expertise.
14-day Japan’s Crafts & Spring Blossoms
14-day Japan’s Crafts & Spring Blossoms
14-day Japan’s Crafts & Spring Blossoms
7-day
EUROPE, ALASKA, JAPAN, CANADA & NEW ENGLAND
14-day Japan’s Crafts & Spring Blossoms
7-day Ephesus & Greek Island Gems
EUROPE, ALASKA, JAPAN, CANADA & NEW ENGLAND
14-day Japan’s Crafts & Spring Blossoms
Ephesus & Greek Island Gems
7-day Ephesus & Greek Island Gems
7-day
SEABOURN ENCORE l 16 Mar 2026
14-day Japan’s Crafts & Spring Blossoms
15-day Southeast Asia: Singapore, Vietnam, Hong Kong & Japan
SEABOURN ENCORE l 16 Mar 2026
SEABOURN ENCORE l 16 Mar 2026
14-day Japan’s Crafts & Spring Blossoms
14-day Japan’s Crafts & Spring Blossoms
Roundtrip Yokohoma
SEABOURN ENCORE l 16 Mar 2026
SEABOURN ENCORE l 16 Mar 2026
Roundtrip Yokohoma
Roundtrip Yokohoma
SEABOURN ENCORE l 16 Mar 2026
7-day Ephesus & Greek Island Gems
Ephesus & Greek Island Gems
7-day Ephesus & Greek Island Gems
15-day Southeast Asia: Singapore, Vietnam, Hong Kong & Japan
15-day Southeast Asia: Singapore, Vietnam, Hong Kong & Japan
SEABOURN QUEST | 19 Jul; 13 Sep 2026
SEABOURN QUEST | 19 Jul; 13 Sep 2026
SEABOURN QUEST | 19 Jul; 13 Sep 2026
15-day Southeast Asia: Singapore, Vietnam, Hong Kong & Japan
15-day Southeast Asia: Singapore, Vietnam, Hong Kong & Japan
SEABOURN ENCORE | 1 Mar 2026
15-day Southeast Asia: Singapore, Vietnam, Hong Kong & Japan
SEABOURN ENCORE | 1 Mar 2026
SEABOURN ENCORE | 1 Mar 2026
Roundtrip Yokohoma
Roundtrip Yokohoma
SEABOURN ENCORE l 16 Mar 2026
From £8,549pp
SEABOURN ENCORE l 16 Mar 2026
From £8,549pp
Roundtrip Yokohoma
From £8,549pp
Roundtrip Yokohoma
From £8,549pp
From £8,549pp
From £8,549pp
Roundtrip Yokohoma
Fly cruise – please ask Visits: Kobe (Japan); Kagoshima; Nagasaki (overnight); Busan (Pusan, South Korea); cruising Kanmon Strait; Hiroshima; Beppu; Kochi; Shimizu.
From £8,549pp
Fly cruise – please ask
Fly cruise – please ask
From £8,549pp
Fly cruise – please ask
Fly cruise – please ask Visits: Kobe (Japan); Kagoshima; Nagasaki (overnight); Busan (Pusan, South Korea); cruising Kanmon Strait; Hiroshima; Beppu; Kochi; Shimizu.
Fly cruise – please ask Visits: Kobe (Japan); Kagoshima; Nagasaki (overnight); Busan (Pusan, South Korea); cruising Kanmon Strait; Hiroshima; Beppu; Kochi; Shimizu.
•Overnight stay in Nagasaki
Fly cruise – please ask Visits: Kobe (Japan); Kagoshima; Nagasaki (overnight); Busan (Pusan, South Korea); cruising Kanmon Strait; Hiroshima; Beppu; Kochi; Shimizu. •Overnight stay in Nagasaki
Visits: Kobe (Japan); Kagoshima; Nagasaki (overnight); Busan (Pusan, South Korea); cruising Kanmon Strait; Hiroshima; Beppu; Kochi; Shimizu.
Visits: Kobe (Japan); Kagoshima; Nagasaki (overnight); Busan (Pusan, South Korea); cruising Kanmon Strait; Hiroshima; Beppu; Kochi; Shimizu.
•Overnight stay in Nagasaki
Visits: Kobe (Japan); Kagoshima; Nagasaki (overnight); Busan (Pusan, South Korea); cruising Kanmon Strait; Hiroshima; Beppu; Kochi; Shimizu.
Fly cruise – please ask Visits: Kobe (Japan); Kagoshima; Nagasaki (overnight); Busan (Pusan, South Korea); cruising Kanmon Strait; Hiroshima; Beppu; Kochi; Shimizu. •Overnight stay in Nagasaki
•Overnight stay in Nagasaki
•Overnight stay in Nagasaki
•Overnight stay in Nagasaki
22-day Fire & Ice Passage
22-day Fire & Ice Passage
•Overnight stay in Nagasaki
22-day Fire & Ice Passage
SEABOURN OVATION | 22 Aug 2026
22-day Fire & Ice Passage
22-day Fire & Ice Passage
22-day Fire & Ice Passage
SEABOURN OVATION | 22 Aug 2026
SEABOURN OVATION | 22 Aug 2026
Reykjavik to New York
22-day Fire & Ice Passage
SEABOURN OVATION | 22 Aug 2026
SEABOURN OVATION | 22 Aug 2026
Reykjavik to New York
SEABOURN OVATION | 22 Aug 2026
Reykjavik to New York
22-day Fire & Ice Passage
SEABOURN OVATION | 22 Aug 2026
Reykjavik to New York
Reykjavik to New York
From £10,709pp
From £10,709pp
Reykjavik to New York
SEABOURN OVATION | 22 Aug 2026
From £10,709pp
Reykjavik to New York
From £10,709pp
From £10,709pp
Fly cruise – please ask Visits: Grundarfjordur (Iceland); Isafjordur; Akureyri; cruising Prince Christian Sound; Qaqortoq (Greenland); Nanortarlik; L’Anse aux Meadows (Newfoundland); Gaspe (Quebec); Cap-aux-Meules (Iles de la Madeleine); Sydney (Nova Scotia); Halifax; Shelburne; Portland (Maine); Boston (Massachusetts).
From £10,709pp
Reykjavik to New York
From £10,709pp
From £10,709pp
Fly cruise – please ask
Fly cruise – please ask Visits: Grundarfjordur (Iceland); Isafjordur; Akureyri; cruising Prince Christian Sound; Qaqortoq (Greenland); Nanortarlik; L’Anse aux Meadows (Newfoundland); Gaspe (Quebec); Cap-aux-Meules (Iles de la Madeleine); Sydney (Nova Scotia); Halifax; Shelburne; Portland (Maine); Boston (Massachusetts).
Fly cruise – please ask Visits: Grundarfjordur (Iceland); Isafjordur; Akureyri; cruising Prince Christian Sound; Qaqortoq (Greenland); Nanortarlik; L’Anse aux Meadows (Newfoundland); Gaspe (Quebec); Cap-aux-Meules (Iles de la Madeleine); Sydney (Nova Scotia); Halifax; Shelburne; Portland (Maine); Boston (Massachusetts).
Fly cruise – please ask Visits: Grundarfjordur (Iceland); Isafjordur; Akureyri; cruising Prince Christian Sound; Qaqortoq (Greenland); Nanortarlik; L’Anse aux Meadows (Newfoundland); Gaspe (Quebec); Cap-aux-Meules (Iles de la Madeleine); Sydney (Nova Scotia); Halifax; Shelburne; Portland (Maine); Boston (Massachusetts).
Fly cruise – please ask Visits: Grundarfjordur (Iceland); Isafjordur; Akureyri; cruising Prince Christian Sound; Qaqortoq (Greenland); Nanortarlik; L’Anse aux Meadows (Newfoundland); Gaspe (Quebec); Cap-aux-Meules (Iles de la Madeleine); Sydney (Nova Scotia); Halifax; Shelburne; Portland (Maine); Boston (Massachusetts).
Fly cruise – please ask Visits: Grundarfjordur (Iceland); Isafjordur; Akureyri; cruising Prince Christian Sound; Qaqortoq (Greenland); Nanortarlik; L’Anse aux Meadows (Newfoundland); Gaspe (Quebec); Cap-aux-Meules (Iles de la Madeleine); Sydney (Nova Scotia); Halifax; Shelburne; Portland (Maine); Boston (Massachusetts).
Fly cruise – please ask Visits: Grundarfjordur (Iceland); Isafjordur; Akureyri; cruising Prince Christian Sound; Qaqortoq (Greenland); Nanortarlik; L’Anse aux Meadows (Newfoundland); Gaspe (Quebec); Cap-aux-Meules (Iles de la Madeleine); Sydney (Nova Scotia); Halifax; Shelburne; Portland (Maine); Boston (Massachusetts).
Visits: Grundarfjordur (Iceland); Isafjordur; Akureyri; cruising Prince Christian Sound; Qaqortoq (Greenland); Nanortarlik; L’Anse aux Meadows (Newfoundland); Gaspe (Quebec); Cap-aux-Meules (Iles de la Madeleine); Sydney (Nova Scotia); Halifax; Shelburne; Portland (Maine); Boston (Massachusetts).
SEABOURN QUEST | 19 Jul; 13 Sep 2026
SEABOURN QUEST | 19 Jul; 13 Sep 2026
7-day Ephesus & Greek Island Gems
Roundtrip Athens (Piraeus)
15-day Southeast Asia: Singapore, Vietnam, Hong Kong & Japan
7-day Ephesus & Greek Island Gems
Roundtrip Athens (Piraeus)
SEABOURN QUEST | 19 Jul; 13 Sep 2026
Roundtrip Athens (Piraeus)
15-day Southeast Asia: Singapore, Vietnam, Hong Kong & Japan
SEABOURN ENCORE | 1 Mar 2026
Singapore to Yokohama
SEABOURN ENCORE | 1 Mar 2026
SEABOURN ENCORE | 1 Mar 2026
Singapore to Yokohama
Singapore to Yokohama
SEABOURN QUEST | 19 Jul; 13 Sep 2026
Roundtrip Athens (Piraeus)
Roundtrip Athens (Piraeus)
Roundtrip Athens (Piraeus)
SEABOURN QUEST | 19 Jul; 13 Sep 2026
Roundtrip Athens (Piraeus)
Roundtrip Athens (Piraeus)
From £3,329pp | Fly cruise – please ask Visits: Mykonos; Agios Nikolaos (Crete); Symi; Kos; Kusadasi (Ephesus).^
From £3,329pp | Fly cruise – please ask Visits: Mykonos; Agios Nikolaos (Crete); Symi; Kos; Kusadasi (Ephesus).^
From £3,329pp | Fly cruise – please ask Visits: Mykonos; Agios Nikolaos (Crete); Symi; Kos; Kusadasi (Ephesus).^
From £3,329pp | Fly cruise – please ask
From £3,329pp | Fly cruise – please ask Visits: Mykonos; Agios Nikolaos (Crete); Symi; Kos; Kusadasi (Ephesus).^
Visits: Mykonos; Agios Nikolaos (Crete); Symi; Kos; Kusadasi (Ephesus).^
From £3,329pp | Fly cruise – please ask Visits: Mykonos; Agios Nikolaos (Crete); Symi; Kos; Kusadasi (Ephesus).^
• Seabourn’s Classical Concert at Ephesus^
• Seabourn’s Classical Concert at Ephesus^
• Seabourn’s Classical Concert at Ephesus^
From £3,329pp | Fly cruise – please ask Visits: Mykonos; Agios Nikolaos (Crete); Symi; Kos; Kusadasi (Ephesus).^
• Seabourn’s Classical Concert at Ephesus^
• Seabourn’s Classical Concert at Ephesus^
• Seabourn’s Classical Concert at Ephesus^
From £3,329pp | Fly cruise – please ask Visits: Mykonos; Agios Nikolaos (Crete); Symi; Kos; Kusadasi (Ephesus).^
• Seabourn’s Classical Concert at Ephesus^
• Seabourn’s Classical Concert at Ephesus^
SEABOURN ENCORE | 1 Mar 2026
Singapore to Yokohama
Singapore to Yokohama
Singapore to Yokohama
SEABOURN ENCORE | 1 Mar 2026
From £6,839pp | Fly cruise – please ask
Singapore to Yokohama
Singapore to Yokohama
From £6,839pp | Fly cruise – please ask Visits: Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon, overnight); Da Nang (Hue, Vietnam); Hong Kong (overnight); Keelung (Taipei, Taiwan); Tokushima (Japan); Yokohama Overnight stays in Saigon and Hong Kong.
Overnight stays in Saigon and Hong Kong.
From £6,839pp | Fly cruise – please ask Visits: Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon, overnight); Da Nang (Hue, Vietnam); Hong Kong (overnight); Keelung (Taipei, Taiwan); Tokushima (Japan); Yokohama Overnight stays in Saigon and Hong Kong.
From £6,839pp | Fly cruise – please ask
From £6,839pp | Fly cruise – please ask Visits: Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon, overnight); Da Nang (Hue, Vietnam); Hong Kong (overnight); Keelung (Taipei, Taiwan); Tokushima (Japan); Yokohama
Visits: Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon, overnight); Da Nang (Hue, Vietnam); Hong Kong (overnight); Keelung (Taipei, Taiwan); Tokushima (Japan); Yokohama
From £6,839pp | Fly cruise – please ask Visits: Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon, overnight); Da Nang (Hue, Vietnam); Hong Kong (overnight); Keelung (Taipei, Taiwan); Tokushima (Japan); Yokohama Overnight stays in Saigon and Hong Kong.
From £6,839pp | Fly cruise – please ask Visits: Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon, overnight); Da Nang (Hue, Vietnam); Hong Kong (overnight); Keelung (Taipei, Taiwan); Tokushima (Japan); Yokohama Overnight stays in Saigon and Hong Kong.
From £6,839pp | Fly cruise – please ask Visits: Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon, overnight); Da Nang (Hue, Vietnam); Hong Kong (overnight); Keelung (Taipei, Taiwan); Tokushima (Japan); Yokohama Overnight stays in Saigon and Hong Kong.
Visits: Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon, overnight); Da Nang (Hue, Vietnam); Hong Kong (overnight); Keelung (Taipei, Taiwan); Tokushima (Japan); Yokohama Overnight stays in Saigon and Hong Kong.
Overnight stays in Saigon and Hong Kong.
“Travel and food are the ultimate ways of bringing people together – to savour unique flavours, experience different destinations and create shared memories.”
GIADA DE LAURENTIIS
Oceania Cruises Culinary and Brand Ambassador
THE FINEST CUISINE AT SEA® AWARD-WINNING ITINERARIES
SMALL SHIP LUXURY
Portofino, Italy
What does luxury mean to you? For some, it’s the chance to eat in Michelin-style restaurants, get dressed up to the nines and be totally spoiled by a private butler. For others, it’s the simple pleasure of sinking into a seat with a chilled glass of champagne and marvelling at the wonder of a sunset at sea. e joy of luxury cruising is that whether you like the glitz or prefer a more of an under-the-radar type of trip, you get to choose what you’re looking for in a holiday. From the moment you step onboard your ve-star ship, you get to call the shots – from when you want to eat to how you like your favourite cocktail served, and even which pillow you’d like to sleep on.
Modern-day luxury cruising is a lovely laid-back a air, o ering guests the chance to sail on a wide range of ships from yacht-style vessels to grand liners – so whatever your holidaying style, there’s a ship that will be perfect for you. In our annual guide to luxury cruises, we take a look at the trends emerging at the top of the market – from more immersive experiences to the rise of younger travellers and track down six of the best luxury cruises to book in 2025. ese range from the chance to see penguins, whales and towering icebergs in Antarctica to enjoying a voyage along the Danube with butler service. I hope you enjoy this special guide and that it helps you plan a cruise you’ll remember forever. Be warned though, luxury cruises are highly addictive!
Vicky Mayer, Editor
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WHAT’S NEXT FOR LUXURY CRUISES?
The luxury cruise world is evolving fast –we discover what’s in store for lucky guests from smaller ships to even more fun onboard
LUXURY BY DESIGN
Look out for the ocean’s most decadent interior designs on your next lavish sailing – then take some of the best looks home with you
LOVE BOAT
A leisurely cruise around the beautiful Greek islands onboard five-star sailing ship Wind Star is perfect for a memorable honeymoon
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SEVEN OF THE BEST LUXURY EXPERIENCES
From photography classes to taking a helicopter, ride, luxury cruising doesn’t get better than this...
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FRESH FRONTIERS
Discover the best luxury cruise adventures for 2025 – from seeing penguins in the wild to sailing on the Danube with a personal butler in tow
FINISHING TOUCHES
Stylish pieces to add to your next luxury cruise holiday wardrobe
before you go.
CRUISE TRENDS
CRUISE TRENDS
SMALL IS BEAUTIFUL
Size is everything in the world of luxury cruising, with smaller ships with all-suite or ocean-facing cabins and almost as many crew as guests becoming increasingly popular. In 2024, new ships carrying less than 1,000 guests include Silversea Cruises’ Silver Ray and Explora II from Explora Journeys, while Viking’s latest ocean ship Vela launches in December. Meanwhile, top-to-toe makeovers of Crystal’s relaunched 606-passenger Crystal Serenity and 740-guest Crystal Symphony have been followed by orders for two new 690-passenger ships. Uniworld’s UK MD Chris Townson says guests are willing to spend more on higher category cabins, adding: “We attribute this to a lingering post-Covid ‘carpe diem’ mentality.” Caroline Smith, Regent Seven Seas Cruises’ Vice President of North America & International Marketing, agrees: “We’ve often seen the highest suite categories sell first, reflecting the exciting demand for high-value experiences.” RSSC’s first new class of ship – Seven Seas Prestige – is set to debut in 2026, promising some of the industry’s highest spaceto-suite ratios.
WHAT’S NEXT FOR LUXURY CRUISES
Longer journeys, smaller ships, younger travellers and more immersive experiences. The luxury cruise world’s evolving fast, so now’s the time to get onboard...
WORDS DEBORAH STONE
INTREPID VOYAGES
Cruise holidayers are increasingly splashing cash on the chance to travel adventurously – in style and comfort. Luxury expedition ships are built to combine the best of small-ship cruising – excellent wellness facilities and superb culinary standards – with specialist designs, such as ice-strengthened hulls and hybrid battery power. Seabourn, which has two polarclass expedition ships Venture and Pursuit, as well as five luxury ocean ships, is seeing a trend towards “life-list”, long-haul routes, particularly to Japan, the Arctic and Antarctic. Seabourn’s UK, Middle East and Africa Vice President Lynn Narraway says: “There’s also been a great deal of interest in ‘warm weather’ destinations, such as the South Pacific and Australia’s remote Kimberley region.” ▲
IMMERSIVE TRAVEL
Overnight stays are popular with guests who want to experience their chosen destinations at night, which is why Regent Seven Seas Cruises’s 2026-2027 Voyage collection is offering 144 overnight stays in places like Bora Bora, Mumbai and Hong Kong. “Our guests are increasingly placing a higher value on their time and experiences, showing a strong preference for longer voyages to far-flung and exotic destinations,” says Regent’s Caroline Smith. “This reflects a broader desire to fully immerse themselves in each location, seeking out unique, culturally rich experiences.” Seabourn passengers have similar requirements, as Lynne Narraway reveals: “Our aim is to provide our guests with a very personalised, immersive experience wherever they choose to travel in the world, and this is resonating with younger travellers who are seeking an all-inclusive, curated holiday.”
EXTRA EXPERIENCES
There’s a growing appetite for add-on action, from meeting local communities to exploring beyond the itinerary.
“Guests are looking for more meaningful and luxurious holidays across the board,” says Uniworld’s Chris Townson. “We’ve seen a 34% year-on-year increase in UK clients choosing to add luxury land or rail extensions to their cruise, making their travel longer, deeper, more experiential and more relaxing.”
As a result, Uniworld has longer itineraries for 2025, such as its 15-day Istanbul to Paris trip, which includes the Golden Eagle Danube Express rail journey and seven days on the Seine.
Scenic’s river, sea and land itineraries can be combined if required, while the Scenic Enrich programme offers bucketlist experiences. “Also, our Freechoice programme allows guests to tailor excursions,” says Brand and Marketing Manager Dominic Keely. “One day they could visit a local market with a chef, and the next, explore Bordeaux in a sidecar.”
YOUNGER TRAVELLERS
Despite the higher price of luxury cruises, a new generation are interested in experiencing the joys of sailing on stylish ships with exciting itineraries.
Swan Hellenic offers travellers the chance to holiday on three new-build ice-class expedition cruise ships with five-star facilities such boutique cabins with sea views, panoramic saunas, heated infinity pools and stargazing decks. “We’ve seen an increase in millennials travelling, which resulted in us offering more adventurous on-shore expeditions to meet their needs,” says Swan Hellenic Chief Commercial Officer Patrizia Iantorno. Virgin Voyages also offer younger guests a host of destinations and itineraries aimed at party-loving travellers. Most Silversea guests are baby boomers, says Peter Shanks, Managing Director of Silversea UK, Ireland, but the company has seen a rise in younger guests. “Given the increase of land-based holiday prices, younger travellers are beginning to see the appeal of luxury cruises,” he says. “Silversea’s welcome receptions and mixers facilitate onboard friendships.”
SPECIALIST SAILINGS
Emerald Cruises not only has a fleet of river ships, but also two purposebuilt 100-guest luxury yachts and a third arriving in 2026, so it’s no surprise that UK Brand Manager Nicola Heil identifies specialist cruises for “a new type of cruiser” as a major trend. “Emerald Cruises’ yachts have a selection of SEABOB water scooters, paddleboards and snorkel kits, a designated Wellness Centre with an infrared spa, and a fleet of e-bikes for guests to explore in-port destinations,” says Nicola.
“To build on this, Emerald Kaia, setting sail in April 2026, will feature an innovative gym that opens up to an indoor-outdoor workout space, as well as an expanded Elements Spa reflecting a broader focus on nurturing the mind, body, and spirit.” Food-themed cruises are also massively popular. Swan Hellenic partners with Jeunes Restaurateurs, which provides gourmet chefs for its Maris Culinary Discovery At Sea programme of cookery classes. And Scenic’s Dominic Keely says there’s a rise in guests looking for world-class culinary tours: “We’ve listened and catered to this by launching the Rhône Bliss: Beaujolais Harvest Journey sailing, which allows guests to experience the Beaujolais harvest in August, meet a local vintner and exclusively sample some of the region’s best with experts.”
EXPERT OPINIONS
EXPERT OPINIONS
Matias Lira, Crystal’s SVP of Trade Sales, sums up the rapidly changing world of luxury cruising, saying: “The upscale cruise market has changed. It’s becoming a bit younger, more active and adventurous, offering access to new exotic destinations. There’s a trend towards more immersive and culturally enriching experiences in destinations, with itineraries that include less-visited ports and longer stays in key destinations to allow for deeper exploration.” Edwina Lonsdale of specialist travel agent Mundy Adventures adds: “We’re at an exciting time in the luxury cruise industry, with many new ships in the category ticking boxes in so many categories: expedition, grand-hotel style, contemporary resort, tiny, spacious, river and more.”
Matias Lira, Crystal’s SVP of Trade Sales, sums up the rapidly changing world of luxury cruising, saying: “The upscale cruise market has changed. It’s becoming a bit younger, more active and adventurous, offering access to new exotic destinations. There’s a trend towards more immersive and culturally enriching experiences in destinations, with itineraries that include less-visited ports and longer stays in key destinations to allow for deeper exploration.” Edwina Lonsdale of specialist travel agent Mundy Adventures adds: “We’re at an exciting time in the luxury cruise industry, with many new ships in the category ticking boxes in so many categories: expedition, grand-hotel style, contemporary resort, tiny, spacious, river and more.”
Seven Seas Splendor | 28 November 2026 | 14 nights
Fly UK / Galveston (overnight hotel stay) | George Town, Cayman Islands | Montego Bay, Jamaica | Roatan, Honduras | Belize City | Costa Maya, Mexico | Cozumel | Galveston / Fly UK (overnight)
Chau eur Transfer
hotel stay in Galveston and up to 64 included shore excursions
ULTIMATE PANAMA CANAL TRANSIT
Seven Seas Grandeur | 23 January 2027 | 18 nights
Fly UK / Los Angeles (overnight hotel stay) | Cabo San Lucas, Mexico | Puerto Vallarta | Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala | Puntarenas, Costa Rica | Transit Panama Canal | Cartagena, Colombia | George Town, Cayman Islands | Miami / Fly UK (overnight)
Includes Blacklane Chau eur Transfer credit of
in Los Angeles and
DESERT CITIES & TURQUOISE SEAS
Seven Seas Voyager | 26 December 2026 | 23 nights
Fly UK (overnight) / Dubai (one-night hotel stay) | Al Khasab, Oman | Fujairah | Muscat | Praslin (La Digue), Seychelles | Mahe | Mombasa, Kenya | Zanzibar | Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania | Nosy Be, Madagascar | Antsiranana | Port Louis (overnight in port) / Fly UK (overnight)
Includes Blacklane Chau eur Transfer credit of up to $500*, ights and overseas transfers, one-night pre-cruise hotel stay in Dubai and up to 39 included shore excursions Deluxe Veranda Suite Was £11,259pp Now £10,696pp
BRILLIANT BONDI & BEYOND
Seven Seas Navigator | 27 January 2027 | 18 nights
Fly UK (over two-nights) / Sydney (overnight hotel stay) | Philip Island | Melbourne (overnight in port) | Burnie (Tasmania) | Cruise the Fjords of Milford, Doubtful & Dusky Sound | Dunedin | Christchurch (Lyttelton) | Wellington | Napier | Rotorua (Tauranga) | Bay of Islands | Auckland / Fly UK (overnight)
Includes Blacklane Chau eur Transfer credit of up to $500*, ights and overseas transfers, one-night pre-cruise hotel stay in Sydney and up to 39 included shore excursions
COSTA MAYA
LA DIGUE
PANAMA CANAL
LUXURY BY DESIGN
Look out for the oceans’ most decadent interior designs on your next luxury cruise…
Cruise ship interiors are more considered than ever before, and in the luxury sector, functional yet timeless design is a non-negotiable. Style and aesthetics matter, but there’s rather more to it than you might think.
It’s a fact that your environment affects your mood, and the trend of opening up spaces, enhancing flow and connecting passengers with the ocean shows no sign of abating. Wellbeing is also being taken into consideration, with designers ‘manipulating’ guest’s moods to enhance the onboard experience.
Oceania Cruises’ Oceania Vista has an airier feel than the other ships in the fleet, with a design vision focused on ‘quiet’ luxury to suit discerning guests’ tastes and requirements. One highlight is the Grand Dining Room, a conservatory-like space that gives diners a great view no matter where they’re seated.
Studio DADO designed most of the new-build ship, resulting in a synergy between the common spaces on board. “Sometimes, you can have five or six architects working on a ship, which can leave spaces feeling disjointed – on Vista you don’t have that because we were able to curate the overall guest experience,” shares founding partner Yohandel Ruiz.
The design of one of this year’s most talked about new ships, Cunard’s Queen Anne, was inspired by the line’s history and British heritage, drawing on art deco influences and referencing the Cunard archives.
Designers worked to blend practicality with the romanticism of ocean travel, creating an experience that resonates with loyal passengers, as well as new to cruise travellers. David Collins Studio was tasked with designing several of the new spaces, including speciality restaurants Aji Wa and Sir Samuel’s.
“While we wanted to honour Cunard’s heritage and the golden age of travel, we also aimed to create something fresh and innovative,” says design director Lewis Taylor. “These venues really provided the opportunity to create something entirely new, but even in signature venues, we made sure to incorporate elements of the past while embracing innovation.”
This approach can be seen throughout the ship, including the Princess Grill restaurant, which is the first dining room at sea to have custom embroidered walls. The motif is inspired by the arbutus flower, native to Halifax, Nova Scotia – the destination of Sir Samuel Cunard’s maiden voyage.
SPACE AND LIGHT
Another luxury newcomer is Silversea’s Silver Ray, the second ship in the line’s Nova Class and the largest in the fleet, meaning more space onboard to elevate the already exceptional venues.
Opening page: The spectacular Grand Lobby onboard Queen Anne Clockwise from top left: Ilma’s Beach House restaurant pairs a laid-back waterfront feel with a Latin-infused menu; Queen Anne’s Princess Grill’s embroidered walls hint at the story of Sir Samuel Cunard’s first sailing; the impressive pool deck onboard Silver Ray
The ship’s asymmetrical layout and horizontal styling ensures that all suites are located forward, while aft-positioned public spaces have generous proportions and higher ceilings for a more spacious feel. Floor-to-ceiling windows offer unimpeded outward-facing vistas, while the 1,400 sq ft main pool is a focal point – Nova Class pools are the largest in the fleet.
“One of our objectives when designing our innovative Nova Class ships was to create an environment in which luxury meets the serene beauty of the sea,” shares Roberto Bruzzone, the SVP of Silversea’s global marine operations. “To achieve this, we emphasised natural light and expansive views, ensuring that guests always feel a seamless connection to the ocean.
“Our goal was to combine Silversea’s signature elegance with a contemporary aesthetic, providing the feel of an upscale boutique hotel on the water that allows guests to experience awe-inspiring, uninterrupted views of the destination.”
Indoor-outdoor inspiration has been taken to another level on Ritz-Carlton’s super yacht Ilma, which features the Beach House, a new destination designed in tandem with Toronto-based luxury design firm Chapi Chapo Design. The eatery will transport guests to a waterfront haven with 180-degree views, with casual coastal dining featuring culinary creativity rooted in Peruvian and Pan-Latin cuisine.
“Bold patterns and unexpected colour palettes create a space that embraces Peruvian cuisine while celebrating and reflecting the culture, both aesthetically and atmospherically,” says Tatiana Sheveleva, partner, Chapi Chapo Design.
The boutique, Euro-chic design of Explora Journeys’ ships Explora I and Explora II has been inspired by the sea. With 300 years of maritime heritage behind them, the brand’s owners have realised their long-standing vision to redefine the luxury ocean travel experience for a new generation of discerning travellers.
Room to breathe is also important to the line, which offers amongst the largest (in terms of square metres) entry-level suites in the luxury sector – the all-suite ships offer expansive living areas and generously proportioned private outdoor terraces.
“There’s luxury in space, with no overcrowding around our four communal pools or in the many public areas and restaurants,” confirms Antonio di Nenno, Explora Journeys’ director of architecture and design.
“A successful interior design is knowing that guests feel welcome and relaxed,” he continues. “We prioritise functionality, comfort and aesthetic appeal, so that our ships feel like a home at sea.”
Top to bottom: The Med Yacht Club onboard Explora I; Oceania Vista’s breathtakingly lavish Grand Dining Room
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Embark on a Regent Seven Seas voyage delving into the rich cuisine, culture, historical marvels, and wildlife of Japan and South Korea. Starting from the sprawling metropolis of Tokyo, you will discover ancient temples, scenic cliffs, dazzling harbours and exceptional beaches.
Enhance your experience with unlimited shore excursions that allow you to explore further ashore. Back on board every luxury is included as you step into your suite. Wake up each morning from the comfort of your spacious surroundings, before dining on delectable dishes in speciality restaurants and feasting your eyes on incredible entertainment.
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LUXURY SMALL SHIP
LOVE BOAT
Sailing leisurely around the Greek islands on luxury yacht-style ship
Wind Star is the perfect way to enjoy a honeymoon at sea WORDS VICKY MAYER
LUXURY CRUISE GUIDE CRUISE & TRAVEL
Choosing the right man to marry isn’t dissimilar to choosing the right cruise line. Both need careful consideration, but get it right and you’ll spend many happy years together.
With that in mind, reader, I married the man and chose a glorious seven-day Greek cruise on 148-passenger ship Wind Star for our honeymoon. This luxury small ship boasts traditional teak decking, impressive sails and best of all, 101 friendly staff, meaning from the moment you step onboard, you’re totally pampered and treated like royalty.
This was my first small-ship cruise experience and from the moment we set foot onboard, I knew this elegant vessel would be the perfect setting for a romantic cruise. Spanning four decks, it’s large enough to find a secluded place to sip cocktails and watch the sun go down or enjoy a new book, but small enough to make you feel like you’ve lucked out and are sailing on your own special yacht.
Both my husband Robert and I are sociable creatures, so we were very happy to enjoy a honeymoon with other people around us and
destinations, giving those onboard an authentic taste of this wonderful region.
I loved the wonderful island of Patmos, where we enjoyed a live Greek Orthodox service at the Cave of the Apocalypse, where St John the Theologian is said to have written the Book of Revelation, and took a tour around the 11th century monastery dedicated to the saint that overlooks the whitewashed houses of the hilltop capital, Hora.
A visit to KuŞadasi in Turkey, home of UNESCO-listed site Ephesus was equally thrilling. Built in the 10th century BC, this was of Greece’s main commercial centres. Today a tour around the well-preserved ruins is a highlight of this cruise and even better, guests on Wind Star are treated to an exclusive candlelit dinner in the ruins of the Library of Celsus at Ephesus as part of the cruise.
However, the destination that stole our hearts was the perfectly preserved medieval castle town of Monemvasia, situated on a small tied island, accessible only by foot from the Greek mainland. Here, locals swim in deep inky blue waters while visitors can enjoy regional food and
With 101 friendly staff to look after you, from the moment you step onboard you’ll be totally pampered and treated like royalty
as we’re both keen travellers, the lure of a portrich itinerary on the Treasures of the Greek Isles cruise, gave us a wonderful week of new adventures to look forward to.
As we sailed out of Piraeus harbour in Athens, with a glass of fizz in our hands, we clinked our glasses to our new future as a married couple and what adventures lay ahead.
ISLAND LIFE
Boasting 227 inhabited islands, Greece is blessed with one of the biggest natural playgrounds in the world, offering lucky travellers the chance to enjoy adventurous sailing trips to destinations blessed with rich history and culture.
Our island-rich itinerary included stops on world-famous islands Mykonos and Santorini, and while both destinations had always been on my bucket list, I preferred the smaller ports of call. Because of its smaller size, Wind Star is able to sail to some of the area’s lesser-known
Opening page: Wind Star charting the turquoise waters of the Aegean Sea Clockwise from top left: The Byzantine charm of Monemvasia; a gold-dappled mosaic in the grotto-like Cave of the Apocalypse on Patmos; Wind Star’s pool deck; one of Santorini’s brilliant-white windmills; a bougainvilleashaded taverna terrace on Patmos; the picturesque Old Port of Mykonos
wine from the stylish roof-top bars. Chic and stylish, this is a place unknown to most Brits, and a great addition to the cruise itinerary.
SMALL SHIP LUXURY
Who doesn’t deserve a bit of luxury on their honeymoon? Sailing on Wind Star, we enjoyed the thrill of travelling on a yacht-style ship where the staff are there to attend to your every need and the small number of guests onboard means everyone has room to breathe. So no queuing for dinner, drinks or tenders, and best of all, the chance to start married life enjoying a wonderful adventure we’ll remember forever.
GETTING THERE
Seven-night Treasures of the Greek Isles cruise on Wind Star, round-trip from Piraeus (Athens) on 14 June 2025, from £4,950 pp. Price includes return flights from the UK, overseas transfers, all meals, soft drinks and port fees. Call Windstar on 0808 178 2233 or visit windstarcruises.co.uk
LUXURY EXPERIENCES
From learning to take a great photograph to seeing remote icebergs by helicopter, luxury cruising is about more than just ve-star amenities
WORDS TERESA MACHAN
1 DINE IN STYLE
What could be more memorable than enjoying a private dinner on one of the world’s most luxurious new ships? Welcome to Privée - Vista’s stunning 10-guest private dining room, which boasts a sea view and extraordinary cuisine. Guests who book one of Oceania’s two exclusive La Reserve dinner experiences, can book Privée for free once they’re onboard and enjoy a taste of the good life at sea with friends and family. oceaniacruises.com
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IN THE FRAME
It takes skill to capture that moment when a humpback breaches or a scarlet macaw spreads its wings. So, why not learn how to take a professional shot on your next cruise? Available on select expeditionship sailings, Seabourn’s new Image Masters programme will offer exclusive workshops, photographer-led Zodiac tours, studio hours with lightroom access, mentoring and in-the-field instruction on photo composition, technique, editing and retouching. Masterclasses are for 10 passengers only, and are priced from $2,000 per person. seabourn.com
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SEE SCIENCE IN ACTION
It’s amazing what you can see 200 metres below the water’s surface. Over a series of submarine dives in 2022, pilots on Viking’s expedition ships Octantis and Polaris got a rare sighting of the giant phantom jellyfish, in Antarctica. Only 126 encounters have been recorded since the species was first described in 1910. A paper authored by two of its chief scientists was subsequently published in the the Norwegian Polar Institute’s science journal. Optional sub dives are narrated by the pilot and cost $500. This is one excursion you won’t forget in a hurry. vikingcruises.co.uk
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ALASKA BY RAIL AND SEA
Upgrade your Alaska trip with a gold-plated cruise, rail and land experience from Regent Seven Seas. Its new six-night land package from Calgary to Vancouver via the Canadian Rockies includes a day in Yoho National Park, an overnight in Banff and all-inclusive GoldLeaf service on the renowned Rocky Mountaineer. The train’s glass-dome coaches offer spectacular views of turquoise lakes, snowy peaks and dramatic canyons. On arrival in Vancouver, it’s all onboard Seven Seas Explorer for a cruise along the Inside Passage. Select departures from May 14, 2025; priced from £6,855 per person rssc.com
PUSH THE YACHT OUT
Celebrations at sea work well for multigenerational groups so why not charter your own yacht? SeaDream Yacht Club offers its 53-cabin luxury yachts for charter in the Caribbean and Mediterranean. Onboard you’ll find a spa with five massage therapists, a fitness centre, golf simulator, mountain bikes and a raft of water toys, including wave runners, sailboats and paddleboards. In the Caribbean, everyone can get their toes wet during a Champagne & Caviar Splash. In the Mediterranean, get all dressed up for a Shaken Not Stirred Martini party. The price includes everything, including personalised menus and an open bar. Expect to pay in the range of $90,000 per day in the Caribbean and $125,000 in the Mediterranean. seadream.com
FROM SEA TO SKY
The latest generation of expedition ships feature some very cool kit. Scenic sails with a pair of Airbus H130-T2 helicopters, allowing guests on its two discovery yachts to fly over and land in some of the world’s most off-grid locations. During the recent winter season in Antarctica, passengers were able to see the vast tabular iceberg, A23a, from above. In Iceland, guests can soar over hot springs, thundering waterfalls and lava fields and across the 37-mile long Eyjafjörður fjord. An Iceland heli-flight experience costs £795 per person. scenic.co.uk 6 5
MEET THE MAKER
Luxury goods shopping is a given on luxury cruises, but have you ever wondered who they’re made by? Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection is offering destination-led retail experiences that celebrate craftsmanship. Guests onboard new yacht, Ilma, will be able to meet Venice’s Laguna~B Glassware artisans, Greek jeweller Ileana Makri and Tropezian sandalmaker K.Jacques. Pop-up lines tailored to specific routes will be sold onboard. When Ilma moves to the Caribbean, it’ll sell fashion from Colombiaborn Johanna Ortiz. ritzcarltonyachtcollection.com 7
FEBRUARY 2025
South Pacific Discovery
ITINERARY WHAT’S INCLUDED
9th Fly overnight from London to Auckland, New Zealand
10th Auckland, New Zealand
Upon arrival, transfer to a hotel for your overnight stay
11th Auckland, New Zealand
Transfer to the port and embark the ultra-luxurious 6★ Seven Seas Voyager® for your 15-night voyage
12th Bay of Islands, New Zealand
e Bay of Islands was how Captain Cook described this area two centuries ago and the simplicity of his name masks the diversity of its charms. e Bay of Islands is the nest maritime park in the country with 144 islands, secluded bays and abundance of marine life.
15th Port Vila, Vanuatu
17th Lautoka, Fiji
e Fiji archipelago consists of tiny coral atolls and mountainous forest-clad islands of volcanic origins, and is famed for its aquamarine waters and white sand beaches.
18th Suva, Fiji
20th Apia, Samoa
In Apia, explore the colourful Maketi Fou (food market) on Fugalei Street, and the ea market – the perfect souvenir haunt where you’ll nd everything from clubs and kava bowls to Samoan sarongs, baskets and jewellery. Discover alluring blue lagoons, serene tropical beaches, cascading waterfalls and lush rainforests.
Crossing the International Date Line
Pago Pago, American Samoa
23rd Bora Bora, French Polynesia (overnight)
24th Bora Bora, French Polynesia
Bora Bora lies 150 miles northwest of Tahiti in the Society Islands. e main island, home to 4,225 inhabitants, is in the centre of a multicoloured lagoon, surrounded by o shore “motu” islets inside a protective coral necklace. Its lagoon is world-famous for its beauty.
25th Raiatea, French Polynesia
26th Papeete (Tahiti), French Polynesia
Disembark and transfer to the airport for your overnight ight to London
27th – Arrive in London
*Dates note mentioned are spent relaxing at sea.
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• Included speciality restaurants
• Included spa access
• Included unlimited premium drinks
• Included pre-paid gratuities
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*Solo fares are available on request.
DISCOVER GREENLAND WITH SECRET ATLAS
Are you a keen photographer looking for a trip to remember? Join Secret Altas’ expedition vessel MV Vikingfjord for an unforgettable 10day trip around East Greenland. This intimate cruise gives the 12 guests onboard the chance to join seasoned polar and northern lights photographer Virgil Reglioni as the ship visits some of Greenland’s most stunning spots, searching for Arctic wildlife amid cathedralsized icebergs and remote landscapes. The 10-night East Greenland cruise, round-trip departing from Reykjavik on MV Vikingfjord on 29 September 2025, is priced from £10,550 per person. secretatlas.com
FRESH FRONTIERS
From spotting penguins and whales in Antarctica on a small expedition ship to savouring the lesser-spotted delights of the Danube with butler service, here are our six top picks for 2025’s most luxurious cruises
WORDS KELLY RANSON
SAIL THE DANUBE WITH RIVERSIDE LUXURY CRUISES
The Danube is an ever-popular river cruise route, but why not explore some of the lesser-travelled highlights while sailing on the decadent all-suite, allinclusive Riverside Mozart? Departing from the Serbian capital of Belgrade, experiences include sailing through the Iron Gates gorge on a stretch of river that separates Serbia and Romania, and visiting Croatia’s Vukovar, which has poignant reminders of post-war recovery. Mozart’s guests enjoy the luxury of spacious suites, butler service, four dining venues and the Vintage Room, which serves a seven-course dinner with wine for just 12 people.
The 11-night Mighty Danube cruise, from Belgrade to Vienna, departing on 28 May 2025, is priced from £4,908 per person for a cruise-only fare. riverside-cruises.com
TOUR THE MED WITH REGENT
Regent Seven Seas Cruises’ new ship Grandeur boasts six-star luxury together with some impressive artefacts onboard – from a Fabergé egg to 1,600 pieces of art. Guests can enjoy the line’s all-inclusive offering, with shore excursions, food and drink and the in-suite mini bar all being complimentary as standard. This late-summer cruise allows plenty of time to relax on deck while making stops in some of Europe’s top ports, including Rome, Valletta, and Mykonos.
A 10-night cruise from Barcelona to Athens on Grandeur, departing on 25 September 2025, is priced from £7,309 per person. rssc.com
VOYAGE TO ANTARCTICA WITH SILVERSEA
Celebrate the end of 2025 with the ultimate cruise to the White Continent onboard Silversea’s renowned expedition ship Silver Endeavour. The 220-passenger vessel offers a touch of opulence for guests as they experience the remote region. Kick back in the observation lounge to watch the dramatic vistas, enjoy butler service in the suite, and by night, choose from five restaurants including fine-dining option, La Dame. The bucket-list itinerary will navigate Drake Passage, sail to Antarctic Sound and visit the Antarctic Peninsula, where there’s a chance to take wildlife and glacier Zodiac tours. The ship will then travel to the South Shetland Islands in search of penguins, whales and seals. The 9-night Expedition cruise on Silver Endeavour, round-trip departing from Puerto Williams, on 12 December 2025, is priced from £10,600 per person, including international flights. silversea.com
The bucket-list itinerary will navigate Drake Passage, sail to Antarctic Sound and visit the Antarctic Peninsula
EXPLORE THE FAR EAST WITH CRYSTAL
Crystal Symphony offers an array of amazing facilities for the luxury traveller to enjoy. Look out for spacious cabins and suites, plus a choice of nine complimentary dining venues, including the Japanese-Peruvian spot Umi Uma, created by Chef Nobu Matsuhisa. Join this 11-night cruise to discover the magic of the East, sailing from Hong Kong to Tokyo. Immerse yourself in Asian delights with visits to destinations including Taipei, Okinawa and Kobe (of the beef fame), before getting a cultural hit in Tokyo. An 11-night cruise from Hong Kong to Yokohama on Crystal Symphony, departing on 3 February 2025, is priced from £5,650 per person, including all meals, drinks, port fees and gratuities. crystalcruises.com
SEE MACHU PICCHU AND THE AMAZON WITH UNIWORLD
This 15-night adventure takes in the best of Peru, including Machu Picchu and the Amazon rainforest. Starting in Lima, guests will get a flavour of the ancient city before boarding the all-suite Aria Amazon. Each suite has striking floor-to-ceiling windows, offering views of the Ucayali and Marañón Rivers. The final land portion of this intrepid trip includes a tour of one of the world’s most famous archaeological sites, 15th century Inca citadel Machu Picchu. The 15-night Peruvian Amazon Machu Picchu Exploration cruise on Aria Amazon departing 19 February 2025, is priced from £9,899 per person, including international flights. uniworld.com/uk
FINISHING TOUCHES
Sail in style on your next luxury cruise with these super-chic accessories
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Making Memories
We’re always happy to inspire your summer getaway daydreams. But with our 2025 Mediterranean lineup available to start booking, let’s add some clarity to your hopeful holiday visions. Scarlet Lady will be calling Barcelona home next summer and sailing along the magnificent coasts of France, Spain, Italy, and beyond. Also exploring the Med is Resilient Lady — making her way through gorgeous Grecian isles and the striking shores of Croatia. With itineraries ranging from 6-14 days, you can turn those daydreams into the holiday of your dreams.
DEPARTURE TO ARRIVAL: COME HOME TO
6 star slow luxury cruises on Europe’s most beautiful rivers take you to fascinating destinations – and to your own center. With unique wellness offers, exclusive butler service, and plenty of space for enjoyment.
