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.
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POSTCARDS • Hang out with huskies in Alaska, enjoy a day out in Sicily’s dazzling Taormina and explore a gravity-defying monastery on a unspoilt island in Greece
ON THE EDGE OF HEAVEN • A steep, 300-step cliffside climb on the picturesque Greek island of Amorgos reveals a gravity-defying historic monastery with soul-stirring sea views
DOG DAY AFTERNOON • Take a thrilling helicopter above the Alaskan town of Skagway to enjoy spectacular vistas and the chance to meet some friendly huskies too
SICILIAN GEM • Dazzling Taormina offers visitors the chance to see a spectacular Roman theatre and enjoy some of the best coffee and cakes on the island
A TOUR OF DISCOVERY • Vibrant cultures, voodoo and vast deserts are all part of an incredible voyage along the coast of west Africa
EXHILARATING EXPEDITIONS • From witnessing wildlife in its natural habitat to kayaking in the world’s remotest corners, adventure cruises offer intrepid travellers the voyage of a lifetime
OCEANIA ALLURA • This stylish new mid-sized ship offers luxury cruising at its best, with a slew of special onboard experiences
AEGEAN ADVENTURES • Discover the best of Turkey and Greece on this port-packed cruise that’s filled with fun, culture and the chance to enjoy life on Marella Discovery 2, one of the friendliest ships at sea
THE JOY OF SEA DAYS • Discover how to make the most of your precious days at sea
CHRISTMAS MARKETS CRUISES • It’s the ideal time to book a festive cruise to some of the best Christmas markets in Europe
RIVER’S SASSY NEW SHIP • APT Ostara offers guests a rich menu of culture and cuisine, as well as a chance to live out their James Bond fantasies
TREASURE ISLANDS • Make 2026 the year you enjoy a wonderful Caribbean island-hopping adventure
POLAR PLUNGE • As polar regions go, the Arctic offers true diversity – and it’s also a lot closer than you may think
PORTO • Portugal’s vibrant second city offers visitors a wonderful blend of culture, incredible architecture and the chance to enjoy some of the country’s best wines too
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CLAIRE SWEENEY • The TV and stage star shares her love of cruising, how she got stuck buying clothes in Venice, and why she doesn’t mind stopping for a selfie – even if it’s in the loo!