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Are Small Ship Cruises Worth It?
Small ship cruises usually cost more upfront than a holiday on a large cruise ship. So are small ship cruises worth it? The short answer: Yes, for travellers who value quieter islands, a relaxed and sociable atmosphere, and more time ashore than on board. If the lowest fare or resort-style facilities matter most, a larger…![Aeolian Islands Cruise host George Kourounis standing near an active lava flow, wearing safety gear.]()
Aeolian Islands cruise with volcano sights on a small ship
An Aeolian Islands cruise is the easiest way to get close to Italy’s volcanic heart without needing a geology degree. If you want to get closer, it helps to have an expert along to explain what you’re seeing. Discover the Volcanoes of Italy cruise itinerary and all the details below. Meet George Kourounis, Your Onboard…![Star Flyer tall ship under full sail in the Mediterranean during a Star Flyer Cruise.]()
Star Flyer Cruise: Life Under Sail on a Tall Ship
I’ve just returned from the most magical sailing adventure aboard one of Star Clippers’ three magnificent tall ships. It was a Star Flyer cruise! I’m not sure if that counts as sailing, or cruising – but I simply have to share it with you! For those who don’t know, Star Clippers operate three fully rigged…![Nellie on the quay looking toward MS Galileo’s bow at sunset in Marina Zea during a Greek coastal cruise.]()
Greek coastal cruise: Honest Review of MS Galileo
On our small-ship Greek coastal cruise aboard MS Galileo, Nellie (one of our recent guests) set out for “Jewels of the Cyclades.” Strong winds redirected the voyage around the Peloponnese, where the crew’s professionalism turned a detour into a highlight. This is Nellie’s review, exactly as she lived it. Nellie’s honest review of a Greek…![greek island cruises]()
What to pack for your first cruise
If you're soon to be off on that first cruising holiday, you're likely to be feeling a lot of things. Excitement for one - it's a thrilling adventure to experience, exploring the coastline of your chosen country and really making the most of the culture. But as it's your first time, you may also be…![5 Small is Beautiful Tips for more Cultured Cruising]()
Five Small is Beautiful Tips for more Cultured Cruising
If you’re after a cruise with cabaret, disco, casino and 16 meals a day don’t read on. With no disrespect to our ‘floating resort’ style cruising cousins that’s simply not what we’re about. For sure cruising should be about a little bit of luxury, good food and excellent company – but for us it’s also…![The islands of Cabo Verde]()
Must visit: The islands of Cabo Verde
Cape Verde's unusual mix of Portuguese and African history has made it an absolute favourite for holidaymakers all over the world. But, travelling aboard a Harmony V mega-yacht with luxury facilities including a swimming pool, comfortable lounge, deck lounge, bar and restaurant, and a maximum of 49 fellow passengers to share them with, you can…![Yacht Sailing Cruise in the Cyclades Greece]()
Exploring the Cyclades Islands – Greece
The Cyclades How many Greek islands can you name? Ten? Fifteen? It seems astonishing that there are actually 1,400 separate land masses belonging to Greece, although only around 230 are inhabited. The Cyclades are a small selection of these islands that count Santorini, Delos and Syros among their ranks. It's a popular destination for Mediterranean…![]()
A Little Bit Of Heaven On Earth
A Bucket-List Cruise For All Seasons Most of our cruises run according to the seasons. But when it comes to equatorial waters the sun just goes on shining day after day, seasons don’t really happen, and you can cruise all year round with predictable delight. Certainly that’s the case with the Seychelles, not quite 5º…![Parthenon temple on the Acropolis in Athens, Greece]()
Unraveling the wonders of Classical Greece
Katie's Coffee, Cruising and Culture Moments - Classical Greece Kassie takes us on an adventure through the Greek Islands, pointing out the extra special spots and how we'll experience them aboard the Mega Yacht Harmony. Your Holiday Includes: Return flights from the UK In-destination transfers 7 Night Cruise on a Half-board Basis 2 Night Hotel…![The Islands of Cape Verde Cruise]()
Explore the Cape Verde islands on a small ship cruise
The wind blows softly through the verdant green palm trees that crop the edge of Cape Verde's capital Praia, carrying a strong scent of salt and the sea over the beautiful town. Passing the whitewashed walls of the lighthouse, it softly whistles through the rigging of the fishing vessels and yachts bobbing up and down in…![Variety Cruises' guests help Captain Antoniou Leontios with a beach clean-up]()
Cruise Ship Captain takes plastic problem personally
Bali beach Clean up story Seeing the problems caused to oceans and beaches by plastic bottles and other flotsam and jetsam prompted Captain Antoniou Leontios, Master of the Variety Cruises vessel Panorama II, to take the issue of cleaning-up beaches into his own hands. Currently cruising the waters of the Flores and Bali Seas in…
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