Regional guide How to plan the perfect Mediterranean cruise holiday
There’s nothing lovelier than seeing the coastline of the Med from the deck of a ship – but where to start? We answer the burning questions
There’s nothing lovelier than seeing the coastline of the Med from the deck of a ship – but where to start? We answer the burning questions
The fees can add up to £1,000 to the cost of a two-week family cruise – but not all lines are following the pricey US-style tipping system
From overpriced excursions to ‘crew appreciation’ charges, holidays at sea carry unexpected fees
With cruise lines returning to full capacity, it pays to know which ships have the best Passenger Space Ratio
How do you steer clear of being woken by a clanking anchor or having your view obscured by a lifeboat? Our cruise expert has the answers
Our cruise expert shares little-known ways to cut the cost of your next holiday at sea, from repositioning voyages to loyalty programmes
After a cruise passenger miraculously survived a 15-hour ordeal, an expert explains how to improve your chances after going overboard
Take a DIY approach to exploring ashore and you’ll save a small fortune – just make sure you get back to the ship on time
Everything you need to know about P&O Cruises, where every cabin has Twining’s tea and you’ll always find a decent pint
Few tourists have set foot on the little-known Bijagós archipelago, but – curiously – a cruise line is now planning to visit
The Spirit of Adventure’s voyage into Fowey caused a stir, but the boost to the local economy means vast vessels will keep coming
Repositioning cruises, when ships relocate from one part of the world to another, can be half the price and just as enjoyable
It’s time for the less familiar – and much closer – side of the country to shine
When Crystal Cruise went bust, its legions of devoted fans were bereft, but its new owners are hoping to turn things around