With the vast range of options available to travellers these days, it's easy to forget about one of the most relaxing and stimulating: cruises.

Polar opposites from the frantic rush of air travel or car, cruise holidays offer a tranquil alternative and have a huge following of fans.

In addition to this, the opportunity to stop off at various ports and sample new cultures and cuisines is a major benefit that attracts people to cruise offers from around the world.

Beautiful blue oceans, gorgeous over-arching skys, and varied coastlines are what defines travelling by water, and there's so much more to a cruise: activities aboard ship to suit everyone of all ages whether that be dancing the night away after a professionally served meal, or rock climbing on the main deck wall before a splash in the swimming pool!