Explorer Sir Ranulph Fiennes joins Saga Pearl II cruise in search of the Northern Lights

Sir Ranulph Fiennes will be joining Saga Pearl II in search of the Northern Lights when she sails from Southampton on March 4, 2015.

Saga Pearl II will dock for two nights in Alta during this Norway nights and the Northern Lights cruise. Here, when heavy snow falls and temperatures drop to sub-zero, the clear dark skies become the arena for the dazzling displays.

Guests will take an early dinner on board the ship, attend a lecture to learn the best location for viewing the Northern Lights that evening, and travel to the selected viewing point.

Although the Northern Lights are expected to be the cruise highlight, further ports of call also offer some exciting tours in Bergen, Tromso,  Andalsnes, Flam, Alesund and Leknes. New excursions include the Vossbanen steam railway in Bergen and a musk ox safari or a twilight moose safari in Andalsnes.

16 nights from £3,299 departing 4 March, 2015. Price includes VIP travel service, all meals and entertainment, afternoon tea, 24-hour room service, welcome cocktail party, unlimited tea and coffee, free wifi, all gratuities, porterage, shuttle bus to town centres from the port of call, and travel insurance and cancellation cover.

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Saga's Spellbinding Norway

It's the final day of our fabulous Cruise Week with Saga Cruises, sailing their world and enjoying their cruise style and destinations. To conclude, we have a final journey to epic, beautiful Norway...

We make no bones about it - Norway is one of the most amazing countries to visit, especially by cruise ship, and this voyage just about has the lot.

Set sail on Saga Sapphire from Dover in July and you can visit quaint villages, historic ports and experience the UNESCO-protected landscape of Norway’s stunning fjords. In the evenings, guests can also get into the 1960s groove with the Steve Love Band and, to continue the theme, a 60s culture speaker will also be on board to bring back memories of the ‘Make love, not war’ era.

And then there are the ports. Old Stavanger (above left) is characterised by white-boarded houses, fantastic gardens and cobbled streets. Extremely quaint and dating from the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries, these houses are still lived in today and make for a fascinating tour. You can also explore the beautiful Lysefjord, where the cliff walls rise more than 300ft out of the still, blue waters for a distance of more than two miles.

The cruise then calls in at Flam deep in the Aurlandsfjord, surrounded by picturesque scenery of meadows, orchards and imposing mountains. Here, guests can enjoy a choice of several excursions, including include a ride on the Flåm Railway - one of the most dramatic train journeys in Europe.

Next up, the impossibly pretty village of Olden stands at the end of the beautiful Nordfjord,

with its quaint wooden homes, miles of forest and simple way of life. You can visit the Briksdal Glacier (right) on a guided hike or the Norwegian Glacier Centre, where you can learn about how glaciers are formed.

Finally, the Sapphire calls into the quintessential Norwegian port, Bergen. Surrounded by mountains and fjords, the waterside city has one of the most spectacular settings in all of Scandinavia and is a guaranteed hit with passengers. There has been a settlement here since Medieval times and the colourful waterfront buildings of the Hanseatic Wharf, known as the Bryggen, are testament to its fascinating history.

Saga's 7-night Spellbinding Norway voyage costs from £909 per person, departing Dover on July 24 and calling at Stavanger, Flam, Olden and Bergen.

More info: call 0800 096 0074 or visit http://travel.saga.co.uk/holidays/ocean-cruises.aspx.

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Holland America Feature A Trio Of Savings

Anyone looking to grab some European travel and sunshine this spring and early summer should take note of the latest trio of cruise offers to hit the World of Cruising Inbox, this time from Holland America Line.

 

Take your pick from this tempting threesome:

Save up to £700 on seven-night Norwegian Fjords fly-cruise – now £909pp
This Rotterdam round-trip cruise, departing May 17 on MS Noordam, takes in the best of Norway and its stunning fjords. The first port of call is Oslo, where guests can explore the city’s Viking history, before heading out for scenic cruising of the Oslo Fjord. The ship then visits Kristiansand, home to one of the country’s best fish markets, Stavanger, and Flam. Guests will enjoy a cruise through Sognefjord before returning to Rotterdam. Price is based on two sharing an inside stateroom, and includes return flights from London Gatwick.

Save up to £900 on 12-night Mediterranean fly-cruise – now £1,469pp
Departing on 29 June, this round-trip Venice cruise explores the most interesting ports of the Eastern Mediterranean. First off, MS Nieuw Amsterdam calls in Katakolon, gateway to Olympia, followed by Piraeus from where Athens can be visited. Guests will then be able to enjoy an overnight stop in Istanbul, before the ship moves on to Lesbos, Kusadasi (from which Ephesus, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, can be visited), Santorini and Argostoli in Greece. The voyage ends with an overnight call in Venice and prices are based on two sharing an inside stateroom, and include return flights from London Gatwick.

11-night Mediterranean cruise from just £80pppn - £899pp in total
This voyage departs from Venice on June 9 on MS Noordam, this cruise takes in a wonderful range of Eastern and Western Mediterranean destinations. The first port of call is Katakolon, from where guests can visit Olympia, followed by Nafplion, the perfect port for visiting Corinth. The ship then moves onto Piraeus (Athens), beautiful Mykonos, Kusadasi (Ephesus), World Heritage Site Rhodes, scenic Santorini and Naples, before ending in Civitavecchia (Rome). Price is again based on two sharing an inside stateroom. Fly-cruises are available from £1,199pp

More info: call 0843 374 2300 or visit www.hollandamerica.co.uk 

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New Incentives From Royal Caribbean

It's definitely 'Cruise Offer' season as we approach the New Year, and you can expect a welter of special incentives and new offers in the coming days and weeks. 

Really quick off the mark are Royal Caribbean, who are offering a great family holiday exploring the best of Norway while enjoying FREE parking and up to £200 off per stateroom on their Independence of the Seas next May.

The eight-night ex-UK cruise now costs from just £699 per person (based on two  sharing an interior stateroom) and departs from Southampton on May 17, calling at Skjolden, Flam, Olden, Alesund and Stavanger before returning to Southampton The price includes all meals and entertainment on board and all relevant cruise taxes/fees and the offer is valid until February 28.

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

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Want An A-fjordable Cruise? See These Two!

Inspired by our forthcoming feature on Norway in the new-look January edition of World of Cruising, here are two great offers for cruises to the region next May, one from Royal Caribbean and the other from Celebrity Cruises. Both are well worth considering...

Explore the Fjords with Royal Caribbean

Head to Norway and discover amazing scenery and local culture on board Independence of the Seas on an eight-night cruise from just £669 per person (based on two people sharing an interior stateroom). The price is based on a May 17 sailing and includes an eight-night cruise departing from Southampton and calling at Skjolden, Flam, Olden, Alesund and Stavanger before returning to Southampton; meals and entertainment onboard and all relevant cruise taxes/fees.

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

 Enjoy Norway extras with Celebrity

Explore the Norwegian fjords while enjoying any TWO of the following special offers: a complimentary drinks package, worth up to $1,400; up to $300 onboard credit; and/or fully-paid gratuities. These bonuses come with Celebrity Eclipse on an eight-night Norway voyage from just £1,199 per person (based on two sharing an ocean view stateroom). The price is based on a May 2 departure and includes the eight-night cruise departing from Southampton and calling at Bergen, Flam, Geiranger, Alesund and Stavanger before returning to Southampton; all meals and entertainment onboard; and all relevant cruise taxes/fees.

More info: call 0845 456 0523 or visit www.celebritycruises.co.uk.

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Three Voyages, Three Lines, Three Delights!

Here's a great three-way offer to tickle the tastebuds of most cruisers - something from Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises and Azamara Club Cruises, each one with a separate offer - and tempting extras - to make your next booking a winning one. here's what they say... 

 

Family fun in the Med with Royal Caribbean

 

Families can catch up on the latest movies at the outdoor cinema screen, tuck into yummy treats at the cupcake cupboard or scale the rock-climbing wall onboard Adventure of the Seas (above) on a 15-night Central Mediterranean cruise-only from £1,149 per person (based on two people sharing an interior stateroom). The price includes a 15-night cruise departing from Southampton on May 8 and calling at Cadiz, Barcelona, Villefranche (for Nice and Monte Carlo), Livorno (for Florence/Pisa), Civitavecchia (Rome), Cagliari on Sardinia, Gibraltar and Lisbon before returning to Southampton, plus meals and entertainment on board and all relevant cruise taxes/fees.

 

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

 

Discover the Norwegian Fjords with Celebrity

 

Explore the beauty of the Norwegian Fjords and the idyllic surrounding towns and villages on board Celebrity Eclipse on an eight-night cruise from just £845 per person (based on two people sharing an interior stateroom). The price includes an eight-night cruise departing from Southampton on May 2 and calling at Bergen, Flam, Geiranger, Alesund and Stavanger before returning to Southampton; plus meals, entertainment and all relevant cruise taxes/fees.

 

More info: call 0845 456 0523 or visit www.celebritycruises.co.uk.
 

Tribal dancing, stunning gardens and local delicacies with Azamara

 

Step back in time at the Wirikuta botanical desert garden in Mexico and enjoy an exclusive evening complete with local coffee, beer and wine followed by a procession of indigenous dancers as part of the Azamazing Evenings event onboard Azamara Quest on a 14-night Route of the Americas fly/cruise from £3,749 per person (based on two people sharing an interior stateroom). The event is included in the cruise price, as well as flights from London Heathrow and transfers; selected standard spirits, wines and international beers; complimentary bottled water and soft drinks; speciality teas and coffees; all meals and dining gratuities; and all relevant cruise taxes/fees. The 14-night voyage departs from Los Angeles on february 18 and calls at Cabo San Lucas, Manzanillo, Zihuatanejo (for Ixtapa), Huatulco, Puerto Quetzal (Guatemala) and San Juan del Sur (Nicaragua) before arriving into Caldera (Costa Rica) for the flight home.

 

More info: call 0844 493 4016 or visit www.azamaraclubcruises.co.uk.

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Chase The Northern Lights With Saga

Saga Cruises is offering a fabulous opportunity to experience the Northern Lights in Norway this winter, aboard their chic Saga Sapphire. Here's what they say...

Choose from a February or March sailing through Norway’s shimmering fjords and snow-covered landscapes before crossing the Arctic Circle to Alta, the Town of the Northern Lights, for a chance to observe this celestial phenomenon.

 

Sailings are during the Solar Maximum, a time when it is more likely to encounter an intense display of the Aurora Borealis. For those re-visiting Norway, Saga’s many optional excursions ensure passengers can further explore this beautiful country. From a seaplane ride to an igloo hotel stay, there will always be something new to experience
 

In Awe of the Northern Lights – February 24

Ride on a sledge pulled by reindeer or set off on a snowmobile across the tundra on this 15-night adventure where you can trek through the snow in search of the magical Northern Lights.
 

Saga Sapphire will sail from Southampton to Bergen, where passengers can stroll along the UNESCO protected Bryggen Wharf before passing through the beautiful Romsdalfjord to reach Andalsnes. From here, view the impressive Trollveggen, or 'Troll Wall', which at 6,000ft is Europe's highest vertical cliff face.
 

Next, cross the Arctic Circle and arrive in Tromso for a tour the city, including a visit to the Polar Museum and distinctive Arctic Cathedral. Sail on to Alta for a two-and-a-half day stay to maximise the chance of seeing the Lights. Return via Narvik to Southampton on March 11.

Prices from £2,770 per person.
 

Magic of the Northern Lights – March 11

Spend the day in Bergen or take a seaplane over Mount Floyen. Classical music enthusiasts can also indulge in a visit to Troldhaugen, former home of composer Edvard Grieg.
 

Next stop is Åndalsnes, gateway to the rugged wilderness of the Romsdalfjord, which typifies Norway’s striking natural beauty. Cross the Arctic Circle on this 16-night cruise and spend two of the nights in Alta, where an expert guide will lead an expedition in search of the Northern Lights. Sail on to Tromsø and take a cable car to the top of Mount Storsteinen for views of the city, forested peaks and reindeer pastures.

Choose one of four excursions in Narvik, the ice-free port with a fascinating industrial heritage, before sailing on to Ålesund to view its unusual art nouveau architecture. Flam is the last port of call before returning to Southampton. It is one of Norway’s most beautiful fjords and the Flåm Railway is not to be missed, passing waterfalls and snow-capped mountains.

Prices from £2,951pp.

Both cruises include VIP door-to-door chauffeur service, all meals and entertainment, entertainment, 24-hour room service, travel insurance and cancellation cover. 

 

More info: call free on 0800 051 3355 or visit www.saga.co.uk/cruises.
 

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Swan's New Saver Fare Offers

Swan Hellenic have introduced a new round of their Saver Fares for 2013, meaning savings of up to £300 per person on a selection of cruises to Norway, Turkey, Greece and Italy.

Guests can take advantage of Saver Fares on the 16-day Oslo and Fjords cruise, available from £2,395 per person (based on two sharing). Highlights of the cruise include a stunning Briksdal Glacier walk, a tour of Oslo city and a trip on the Flåm Railway through narrow valleys and up the Myrasdalsberg Mountain, offering spectacular views of Kjosfossen Fall. Price is based on a June 5 departure.

Alternatively, sail on the 21-day Above the Arctic Circle cruise, available from £2,895 per (based on two sharing). Highlights include a unique opportunity to spend four days in remote Spitsbergen with its immense glaciers, magnificent fjords and remote communities, as well as a visit to the UNESCO Vega Archipelago, realm of the eider duck and hikes on Tjorndal, Torghatten and Mount Fløien. Price is based on a July 4 departure.

Cabins will not be allocated at time of booking and Saver Fares cannot be combined with any other promotional offer. This applies only to new bookings made by March 31 on selected 2013 cruises only. Saving of £300 per person applies to category D Balcony Suite. All prices include relevant transfers, a tailor-made programme of shore excursions, talks by eminent Guest Speakers, meals and entertainment on board, all gratuities and all relevant cruise taxes/fees. A supplement for some excursions may apply. Fares also include return flights from the UK (where applicable).

For more info and bookings, follow this link to The Cruise Line, the UK's adventure-cruise specialists.

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Holland America's No-Fly Fjord Special

Plus, upgrade to an ocean view room from £599 and receive free parking!

Holland America Line is offering a seven-night luxury no-fly Norwegian Fjords cruise from just £499 per person this summer. Departing from Dover on May 4, this price includes seven nights’ full board accommodation on MS Ryndam in an inside stateroom, with ocean view staterooms  available from £599, including free parking in Dover. 

This round trip takes in some of Norway’s most spectacular scenery and fascinating ports. From Dover, sail to the maritime town of Bergen, before heading to Flåm, deep in the heart of Aurlandsfjord. From there, visit Ålesund and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding archipelago, before continuing to the hiking paradise of Eidfjord and cruising through the scenic Hardangerfjord.

Whilst at sea, guests can take advantage of the Culinary Arts Centre, which features cookery demonstrations, as well as sampling the Ryndam’s choice of elegant restaurants and lounges and being pampered at the Greenhouse Spa & Salon.

This offer is based on two sharing an inside stateroom on Holland America’s 'Norse Legends' cruise, departing Dover on May 4. 

For bookings, follow this link to the Cruise Line, the UK's luxury cruising specialists.

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‘Sail & Save’ With Holland America

Holland America Line has launched a special ‘Sail and Save’ offer for bookings made by the end of January, meaning now is the time for savvy travellers to snap up their 2013 cruise holiday. The premium cruise line is offering week-long Mediterranean cruises from just £549pp cruise-only and ex-UK cruises from £599pp.

Plus, there are -

• Reduced cruise fares for third and fourth guests sharing a stateroom with two full-fare adults.
• Savings on combined back-to-back itineraries, known as ‘Collector’s Voyages.’
• Free car parking for customers in an ocean-view stateroom or above sailing from Dover.
• A worry-free deposit, allowing changes to ships, sailing dates, promotion codes and staterooms up to 90 days prior to departure or the final payment due date.

Great value cruises for 2013 include:

Mediterranean Glamour from £549pp

This seven-night cruise on Ryndam departs from Barcelona on April 16, calling at Monte Carlo, Livorno (Florence/Pisa), Civitavecchia (Rome), Palermo in Sicily and La Goulette (Tunis) before returning to Barcelona. Ocean view rooms are available from just £549 cruise-only, and third and fourth guests start from just £199 per adult. Fly/cruise fares start from £741 per person, including scheduled flights from London and transfers.

Norwegian Fjords from £599pp

For those wanting to avoid the airports, this seven-night cruise on Ryndam departs from Dover on May 4, calling at Bergen, Flam, Alesund and Eidfjord before cruising Hardangerfjord and then returning to Dover.

Iberian Collector’s Voyage from £1,599pp

This 22-night Mediterranean voyage on Eurodam has a superb itinerary, departing from Civitavecchia on April 29 and calling at Kerkira (Corfu), Katakolon (Greece), Thira (Santorini), Kusadasi (Ephesus) in Turkey and then overnighting at Piraeus (for Athens). The ship then continues to Messina, Naples, Cartagena, Malaga, Cadiz (Seville), Lisbon, Vigo, St Peter Port (Guernsey) and Zeebrugge (Brussels) before disembarking in Copenhagen. Third and fourth guests start from £466 per adult and £266 per child.

Jewels of the Baltic from £1,199pp

Discover more of Europe on a 14-night cruise on Ryndam, departing from Dover on May 18 and calling at Copenhagen, Warnemunde (Berlin) and Tallinn before overnighting in St Petersburg. The ship then continues to Helsinki before overnighting in Stockholm. It then cruises the Stockholm Archipelago and calls at Visby in Sweden before returning to Dover. Ocean view rooms are available from just £1,399 per person and include free parking at Dover. 

All prices include accommodation, all meals, snacks, teas, coffee and water (subject to availability).

For bookings, follow this link to The Cruise Line Ltd, the UK's luxury cruising specialists.

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Celebrity's Norwegian Voyaging

Marvel at the famous mountains in Molde, historical architecture in Bergen and cosmopolitan Stavanger on board Celebrity Cruises’ beautiful Celebrity Eclipse (above) with an eight-night Norwegian Fjords cruise from just £639 per person in 2013. 

With the benefits of round-trip sailing from Southampton (i.e. with no flights involved), this wonderful voyage sails from the south coast and and calls at Molde, Alesund, Flam, Bergen and Stavanger before returning home. Also included are all meals and entertainment onboard and all relevant cruise taxes/fees. 

The price is based on a May 3 departure and on two people sharing a balcony stateroom.

To book, follow this link to the Cruise Line, the UK's leading cruise-agent specialists.

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Northern Delights With Royal Caribbean

Discover Norway’s dynamic family appeal with its dramatic landscapes, active lifestyle and diverse culture onboard Royal Caribbean's Independence of the Seas in 2013 from only £699 per person.

With the benefit of no flights and sailing from a UK port, Royal Caribbean's eight-night voyages go round-trip from Southampton on the south coast and feature the very best of Norway's scenic attractions.

Prices include the full eight-night cruise, which calls at Flåm, Skjolden, Olden, Alesund and Stavanger before returning to Southampton; meals and entertainment onboard and all relevant cruise taxes/fees.

The price is based on a May 18 departure and on two people sharing an inside stateroom. 

For all cruise details, be sure to check with the Cruise Line Ltd, the UK's leading cruise-agent specialists.

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Holland America's Latest Offers

Here are three superb offers that have just arrived in the World of Cruising Inbox, all for lengthy - and exciting - voyages with Holland America. See what you think:

32-night ex-UK Caribbean Odyssey

Departing Southampton on November 3, this Caribbean Odyssey cruise onboard MS Rotterdam calls at Ponta Delgada (Portugal), Road Town (Tortola), Philipsburg (St Maarten), Castries and Soufriere (St Lucia), Kralendijk (Bonaire), overnight at Oranjestad (Aruba), Willemstad (Curacao), Port of Spain (Trinidad), Bridgetown (Barbados) and Funchal (Madeira) before returning to Southampton. The 32-night cruise starts from £1,988 per person cruise-only, based on two sharing an inside cabin.

14-night Voyage of the Midnight Sun

Departing Dover on July 20, 2013, this trip goes to the very top of Norway, within the Arctic circle and the Land of the Midnight Sun, onboard the MS Ryndam. Ports of call include Stavanger, Flam, Geiranger, Tromso, Honningsvag, Hammerfest, Trondheim, Molde and Bergen, with scenic cruising of Sognefjord and Trondheimsfjord. This 14-night cruise starts from £1,599 per person, based on two sharing an outside cabin (currently free upgrades to outside cabins). 

26-night Amazon and Carnival Explorer

Sail on board the MS Maasdam, starting with two nights in Rio de Janeiro on February 10 and 11, 2013, and cruise from there to Armacao dos Buzios, Salvador da Bahia and Fortaleza in Brazil before crossing the Equator and sailing into the Amazon. The cruise then spends just over a week cruising the Amazon, calling at Santarem, Boca da Valeria, Manaus, Parintins and Alter Do Chao in Brazil, before sailing to Bridgetown (Barbados), Roseau (Dominica) and Philipsburg (St Maarten), disembarking in Fort Lauderdale, Florida on March 8. The 26-night voyage starts from £4,834 cruise-only, based on two sharing an inside cabin.

For bookings, follow this link to The Cruise Line Ltd, the UK's luxury cruise experts.

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Fred Olsen's Summer Sale

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has just launched a special selection of cruises for summer 2012, offering great savings on brochure prices. There are sailings from a range of regional UK ports, to destinations including the Norwegian fjords, the Baltic, the Arctic, Mediterranean and the Canary Islands, as well as several mini=cruises. 

All offer exceptional value for money, with prices starting from £64 per person per night, and savings on brochure prices of up to £1,500 per cabin. Guests booking two or more cabins at the same time may also be eligible for an extra saving of 10% on the ‘Special-saver’ price.

Departure ports include Dover, Southampton, Portsmouth, Newcastle, Greenock (Glasgow) and Rosyth (Edinburgh), with the PortLink coach service available from 42 pick up points nationwide. Some sample cruises include :
 

• Black Watch ‘Majestic Fjords’ cruise, a seven-night cruise from Dover to the Norwegian fjords, on September 2, with ports including Bergen, Stavanger, Flam and Eidfjord. Prices start from £629 per person, based on two adults sharing an inside, twin cabin (brochure price £819). 
• Boudicca ‘Waterfalls & Volcanoes’ cruise, a 10-night cruise to Iceland from Rosyth on July 31 that includes an overnight stay in Reykjavik, the Icelandic capital, and well as a call into the Faroe Islands. Prices start from £849 per person, reduced from £1,169, saving £320 per person.
• Balmoral’s ‘Portugal & Spain with Barcelona’ cruise, a 14-night cruise from Southampton on  August 11, with ports that include Gibraltar and Lisbon as well as vibrant Barcelona. Prices start from £1,079 per person, formerly £1,589.
• Black Watch mini cruise, a three-night cruise departing from Dover on September 9 and calling at Rouen (France) for an overnight stay. Prices start from £229 per person (formerly £339).

All prices are per person, based on two adults sharing an inside, twin cabin, Grade ‘I’ and include all meals and entertainment on board and port taxes.

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Get A Balcony Upgrade With Celebrity

The offers are coming in thick and fast this week - and some more pre-Christmas cheer! How about this one: join Celebrity Cruises’ Celebrity Eclipse on a 14-night Iceland and Fjords cruise from just £2,473 per person (based on two people sharing an oceanview stateroom) this summer.

This price includes a free upgrade from an oceanview to a balcony stateroom (if booked by January 31) and a 14-night cruise departing from Southampton and calling at Reykjavik (Iceland), Akureyri (Iceland), Klaksvik (Faroe Islands), Geiranger (Norway), Molde (Norway), Flam (Norway) and Bergen (Norway) before returning to Southampton; all meals and entertainment on board and all relevant cruise taxes/fees.

Plus, guests receive FREE car parking in Southampton port or a complimentary coach transfer to the port, if booked by January 31. Price is based on a July 7 departure.

For booking details, be sure to check out this link with the UK's leading cruise agent specialists, The Cruise Line Ltd.

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