Cruise type
Ocean cruising
The big ships, with theatres, pools and a dozen places to eat. Sea days are the point as much as the ports.
Is this for you?
- Who it suits
- Anyone who wants a full resort at sea and prefers a week of variety to a week of one place.
- Typical length
- 7–21 nights
- Typical price per night
- £150–£400 per person per night
- Pace
- Your own pace: ship days are lounging, port days are what you make them.
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Ocean cruise lines
Named voyages
Ocean voyages
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Iglu Cruise
Ocean and river cruise deals from every major line
- Ocean cruises
- River cruises
- Luxury cruise lines
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Bolsover Cruise Club
Cruise specialists with extra value on every booking
- Ocean cruises
- Ex-UK sailings
- Fly-cruises
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Abercrombie & Kent
Luxury travel and small-group journeys since 1962
- Safari
- Small-group journeys
- Private tailor-made travel
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Questions
Are big ships boring?
Only if you let them be. The good ones run enrichments, cooking classes and late dining, and the ship is empty most afternoons when you're ashore.
What does a fair price look like?
£150–£400 per person per night for a mid-range ship in a sea-view cabin, drinks and gratuities extra. Watch for repositioning sailings, which are far cheaper.
Do I need travel insurance?
Yes, and one that covers medical evacuation. Ship-side medical care is basic and getting home is expensive.