Ibiza may have more of a reputation as a clubbing hotspot than a cruise destination, but there is far more to the third largest of the Balearic islands than meets the eye. Ibiza’s history stretches back more than 3,000 years; the atmospheric capital, Eivissa, or Ibiza Town, is one of the oldest settlements in the... Ibiza may have more of a reputation as a clubbing hotspot than a cruise destination, but there is far more to the third largest of the Balearic islands than meets the eye. Ibiza’s history stretches back more than 3,000 years; the atmospheric capital, Eivissa, or Ibiza Town, is one of the oldest settlements in the...
A sighting of the northern lights features high on many a cruiser’s bucket list. It certainly did on mine. Luckily, winter voyages to Norway to chase the lights have become more and more popular in recent years – they are now offered by lines including P&O Cruises, Cruise & Maritime Voyages, Saga and Fred. Olsen,...
Packed with history, culture, superb food and gorgeous scenery, the Balearic Islands are made for cruising. Picturesque Palma Mallorca Palma, the elegant capital of Mallorca, takes the lion’s share of cruise calls. It is one of the busiest ports in the Mediterranean, visited by lines ranging from MSC Cruises, NCL, Royal Caribbean and Celebrity cruises...
Barcelona is a pulsating, passionate hub which revels in the colourful Catalan culture that gives this city such a distinctive flavour. Regarded as Spain’s capital of avant-garde, this Mediterranean metropolis enjoys an enviable reputation for sassy style and good looks underpinned by an unmistakably flamboyant spirit. Overflowing with art and aesthetic glories, Barcelona’s mix of...
The Caribbean is often one of the first places you think of when looking to book your next cruise. A top destination which never disappoints, here are six reasons as to why these sun-soaked islands always hit the spot. 1. The beaches The endless white sands, swaying palm trees and calm waves lapping at the...
Taking a cruise doesn’t mean you have to be all at sea. Cruise customers are increasingly discovering that the perfect way to spice up sailings is to turn their holiday into a cruise and stay by adding on a few days ashore. This could mean chilling out on a Caribbean beach; chasing high-adrenaline thrills at...
A balance between contemporary and ancient designs, modern styles and early religious connotations, the Middle East is home to some of the world’s finest architecture. Burj Khalifa, Dubai The world’s tallest structure, measuring a sky-scraping 2,723 ft from the ground level to the tip, the Burj Khalifa is a phenomenal building to see in the...
Alaska – famously America’s 49th state – is a place where nature calls the shots; welcoming visitors to thousands of miles of remote, unspoiled terrain and spectacular scenery along with an awe-inspiring range of mammal species, birds and sea life that few other destinations can match. Here, whales and dolphins come to feed in the...
The Day of the Dead, ‘El Dia de los Muertos’, is a popular Mexican tradition celebrating the life and death of lost family members and loved ones on November the 1st and 2nd. Rooted in Indigenous beliefs and religious teachings, this celebration is about so much more than sugar skull makeup. Origins Paul Simpson /...