Visit the lands of chocolate and macaroons for the ultimate girl’s weekend.

Short cruises with a group of friends are becoming ever more popular. So we at World of Cruising thought this might appeal!

Book a balcony stateroom for the same price as an outside stateroom with Royal Caribbean on select holidays before 31 March 2014 as part of the cruise line’s ‘Price’s with More WOW’ campaign. Plan the ultimate girl’s getaway with a short cruise to Belgium and Paris – a sweet lover’s paradise. For a weekend to remember join Royal Caribbean International’sIndependence of the Seas for a three-night Sample cruise from £419 per person (based on two people sharing a balcony stateroom). 

Price includes a three-night Sample cruise departing from Southampton and calling at Zeebrugge  and Le Havre  before returning to Southampton; meals and entertainment onboard and all relevant cruise taxes/fees. 

Price is based on  October 25 departure. Offer ends March 31. 

More info:  0844 493 2061 or www.royalcaribbean.co.uk

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