Cruise & Travel

Cruise & Travel is the leading cruise magazine, dedicated to helping both the cruise holiday enthusiast and first-timers alike to enjoy the best that cruising has to offer. Every issue is packed with fascinating features and glorious photographs of exotic destinations, romantic ports and secret hideaways. It is also full of useful information about life on board, plus expert advice on which ship to choose and the best time to travel. Whether you’ve cruised before or are planning the holiday of a lifetime, Cruise & Travel tells you all you need to know.

Cruise & Travel

EDITOR’S LETTER

HOTSPOT

REPORTER • WHAT’S NEW IN THE WORLD OF CRUISE & TRAVEL

LIFE & STYLE

DINE & DRINK

POSTCARDS • Explore exotic Tangier, join the carnival festivities in the Canaries and celebrate the life and work of Claude Monet in gorgeous Giverny

FESTIVAL FEVER • La Palma in the Canary Islands knows how to party – and a whole calendar of carnivals awaits lucky visitors to ‘La Isla Bonita’

OCEANS APART • The vibrant port city of Tangier offers visitors the chance to enjoy a taste of Morocco – and to reflect on its intriguing British ties

MONET MAGIC • In the year that France celebrates the life of Claude Monet, picture yourself in his glorious garden

JAW-DROPPING JAPAN • Sail from vibrant cities to sacred islands on a cultural voyage that blends timeless rituals with unexpected pleasures

LUNA LANDING • Launched in March, NCL’s sassy new Norwegian Luna boasts fabulous food, incredible live entertainment and a jaw-dropping waterslide

FANTASTIC FAMILY CRUISES • Today’s ships are bursting with fun for every age group - so read our guide and take the plunge

WONDERS OF THE NILE • Ancient temples, imposing statues, mysterious tombs – with such phenomenal sights, Egypt surely offers the world’s greatest river cruise

PRIVATE CRUISE ISLANDS • Fancy a slice of castaway life in the Bahamas? Exclusive to your favourite cruise lines, these holiday havens offer the perfect blend of chill and thrill

THIS YEAR’S BEST RIVER CRUISES • The world’s great waterways offer countless travel options, but which one is right for you? From romantic escapes to family fun, we’ve picked a dream voyage for every occasion

SEA OF ADVENTURE • For children, a Disney cruise ticks all the boxes – but this premium cruise line lets adults find their happy place too

8 GREAT SMALL SHIP CRUISES • Now that luxury hotel chains are launching their own superyachts, the mainstream cruise lines are raising their game to match – which means that small has never looked more beautiful...

DIVE IN! • THE WORLD’S COOLEST POOLS

TRAVEL News

SPLASH OUT! • Make a beeline this summer for the world’s most stylish hotel pools. Boucan by Hotel Chocolat in St Lucia tops the leader board…

BARCELONA • With its atmospheric alleyways, Gaudi architecture, world-class art galleries and sensational Spanish cuisine, Catalonia’s capital dazzles all year round

PEACHES & CREAM • ROCK THE LUXE LOOK IN CLASSIC NEUTRALS

ANTHEA TURNER • TV star Anthea on her cruise adventures, why she loved the 90s and George Michael’s timeless hair tip

EDITOR’S WELCOME

Cruise & Travel

5 REASONS YOU SHOULD GO ON A CRUISE • Great entertainment, trips and cuisine await on your first sailing, where you’ll be amazed at just how far your money goes…

SMART ADVICE FOR FIRST-TIME CRUISERS • Make the most of your first-ever cruise with these handy travel tips

SMART WAYS TO BOOK YOUR FIRST CRUISE • Follow our expert guide and enjoy a cruise holiday that suits your style – and budget

ON THE HORIZON • Wondering where to go on your debut...