With cruise lines resuming service from Summer 2021 onwards, lots of new sailings have been released- so many that it's been hard to keep up with them all! To help you out, we've put together this guide with some of the best cruises you can go on in 2022, 2023 and 2024. From British Isles voyages to adventures further afield, keep reading to find out what's on offer.
P&O Iona Christmas Market Cruise from Southampton 10th December 2022
Best For: Christmas cruises
If you want to celebrate Christmas a little differently this year, take a look at this 7-night voyage from Southampton. Swap the winter blues for warm Christmas spirit as you sail to ports of call including Bruges, Rotterdam and Hamburg.
See more and book your Christmas Markets Cruise, 10th December 2022, P&O Iona or check out our similar sailings on different dates:
P&O Cruises Iona 9th July 2022
Best For: Scenic Cruising
P&O Iona is another new ship which debuted in 2021 and boasts many of P&O Cruises' best-loved onboard features, as well as exciting additions, including the SkyDome, an indoor pool area which doubles up as an entertainment venue throughout the day.
When you're not making the most of this incredible ship, you're sure to love this fantastic itinerary. Setting sail from Southampton, you'll get the chance to soak up the beauty of Norway as you meander through breathtaking fjords, stopping at ports of call including Olden, Stavanger and Geiranger.
See more and book Norwegian Fjords from Southampton, 9 July 2022, Iona or check out similar sailings on different dates:
- P&O Cruises Iona 23rd April 2022
- P&O Cruises Iona 30th April 2022
- P&O Cruises Iona 10th September 2022
- P&O Cruises Iona 28th May 2022
- P&O Cruises Iona 14th May 2022
- Fred Olsen Balmoral 15th June 2022
P&O Cruises Ventura 4th June 2022
Best For: No-Fly Cruise
Floating off the North West coast of Africa, the Canary Islands are a fantastic cruise destination if you're looking for sunshine, beaches and lively ports of call. Sailing from Southampton onboard Ventura, you'll get to enjoy a stop-off in Madeira before heading to the Canary Islands. On your way back to Southampton, you'll even get to explore Cadiz and Lisbon.
See more and book Canary Islands from Southampton, 4 June 2022, Ventura or check out our similar sailings on different dates:
- P&O Cruises Ventura 16th June 2022
- P&O Cruises Ventura 3rd May 2022
- P&O Arcadia 17th May 2022
- P&O Aurora 2nd May 2022
- Fred Olsen Balmoral Shetland and Orkney from Newcastle 1st June 2022
- Sky Princess France and Spain from Southampton 17th September 2022
- Sky Princess 30th July 2022
- Anthem of the Seas 5th August 2022
- Anthem of the Seas 14th August 2022
- Celebrity Silhouette 25th August 2022
P&O Cruises Britannia 11th February 2022
Best For: Winter Holiday
From sparkling seas and sandy white beaches to verdant inland areas and vibrant towns, it's not hard to see why the Caribbean is such a popular cruise destination. Flying from the UK, you'll meet Britannia in Bridgetown, Barbados before setting off on your 15-night voyage. Along the way you'll stop at ports of call across 9 different islands, including St. Kitts, St. Lucia and Aruba.
See more and book Eastern Caribbean from Barbados, 11 February 2022, Britannia or check out our similar sailings on different dates:
- P&O Cruises Azura 8th January 2022
- P&O Cruises Britannia 11th March 2022
- P&O Cruises Britannia 2nd December 2022
- Norwegian Gem 4th October 2022
Cunard Queen Mary 2 Transatlantic from Southampton to New York 13th November 2022
Best for: Transatlantic Voyages
Take in the view millions of eager folk have before as you sail into the Big Apple past the iconic Statue of Liberty. You may not be arriving with as much luggage as those hopeful voyagers to the new world but with plenty of shopping opportunities, as well as all the sights to see, your bags will be bulging!
See more and book Transatlanic from Southampton to New York 13th November 2022 Cunard Queen Mary 2 or check out our similar sailings on different dates:
- P&O Britannia Transatlantic Crossing from Southampton to Barbados 21st October 2022
- P&O Ventura Caribbean from Southampton 3rd January 2022
- Sky Princess No-Fly Canada & New England from Southampton 24th September 2022
P&O Britannia Western Mediterranean from Southampton 21st August 2022
Best for: Mediterranean Classics
Take in the top coastal destinations of Spain from La Coruna to Alicante, Valencia and Barncelona and even Marseilles. When it comes to seeing the sights and soaking p some culture in the summer sun without having to fly, you can’t beat this amazing sailing.
See more and book Western Mediterranean from Southampton 21st August 2022 P&O Britannia or check out our similar sailings on different dates:
- Celebrity Infinity Western Mediterranean from Barcelona 15th May 2022
- P&O Britannia Western Mediterranean from Southampton 12th June 2022
- P&O Britannia Western Mediterranean from Southampton 29th May 2022
- P&O Ventura Portugal & Spain from Southampton 9th July 2022
- Brilliance of the Seas Greece and Croatia from Ravanna 15th May 2022
Hurtigruten MS Fram Antarctica, Falklands, South Georgia 24th February 2022
Best for: Antarctic Expeditions
The ultimate for intrepid explorers sailing from Punta Arenas with the experts of Antarctic expeditions, Hurtuguruten. Take in the wondrous wildlife of penguins, whales and seals at the south pole before heading out to the Falkland Islands and back on the ultimate bucket-list cruise.
See more and book Antarctica, Falklands, South Georgia 24th February 2022 Hurtigruten MS Fram or check out our similar sailings on different dates:
Royal Princess Australia & New Zealand from Sydney 30th January 2022
Best for: Heading Down Under
Sail from Sydney to circumnavigate both the north and south islands of New Zealand stopping off at Dunedin, Christchurch, Picton and Auckland as well as scenic routes taking in Bay of Islands and the famous Fjordland National Park.
See more and book Australia & New Zealand from Sydney 30th January 2022 Royal Princess or check out our similar sailings on different dates:
Royal Caribbean Anthem of the Seas Canaries from Southampton 11th September 2022
Best for: Canary Island Escapes
Depart from Southampton, stopping off a La Coruna and Lisbon before heading out to explore the popular Canaries. Enjoy sunning it up on the beach, touring quaint villages and sampling delectable local seafood at the famous islands of Lanzarote, Gran Canaria and Tenerife.
See more and book Canaries from Southampton 11th September 2022 Royal Caribbean Anthem of the Seas or check out our similar sailings on different dates:
- Sky Princess Canary Islands from Southampton 19th October 2022
- P&O Ventura Canary Islands from Southampton 4th June 2022
Royal Caribbean Anthem of the Seas Norwegian Fjords from Southampton 29th May 2022
Best for: Norwegian Fjords and Northern Lights
Sailing in the half term holidays on board family-friendly Anthem of the Seas, all the gang will have a blast both ashore and aboard as you take in the sights of Alesund, Olden and Bergan. Even better, sail straight out of Southampton so there’s no messing about getting your group on a flight!
See more and book Norwegian Fjords from Southampton 29th May 2022 Royal Caribbean Anthem of the Seas or check out our similar sailings on different dates:
Saga Spirit of Discovery Iceland from Dover 19th June 2022
Best for: Iceland from the UK
Cruise around the land of ice and fire from Dover to discover awe-inspiring waterfalls, natural thermal springs, spraying gizas and black sand beaches.
See more and book Iceland from Dover 19th June 2022 Saga Spirit of Discovery or check out our similar sailings on different dates:
- Sky Princess Iceland and Norway from Southampton 25th June 2022
- P&O Aurora Iceland from Southampton 21st June 2022
Royal Caribbean Oasis of the Seas Western Caribbean with Perfect Day from Miami 22nd January 2022
Best for: Winter Fun in the Sun
Shake off the January blues with a soak in the sun on this chilled out cruise through the western Caribbean stopping off at Cozumel, Roatan Island and Royal Caribbean’s private islands Coco Cay.
See more and book Western Caribbean with Perfect Day from Miami 22nd January 2022 Royal Caribbean Oasis of the Seas or check out our similar sailings on different dates:
- P&O Britannia Eastern Caribbean from Barbados 1st January 2022
- P&O Aurora Caribbean from Southampton 20th February 2022
Silversea Silver Whisper 2022 World Cruise 5th January 2022
Best for: World Cruises
Quality meets quantity on this incredible world cruise itinerary from the UK to Africa, South America, Europe and more aboard Silversea’s luxury cruise ship Silver Whisper, you’re 6-star home away from home.
See more and book World Cruise 2022 5th January 2022 Silversea Silver Whisper or check out our similar sailings on different dates:
MSC Virtuosa United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and Qatar from Dubai 14th January 2022
Best for: Arabian Adventures
Fly to dubai and spend the first day exploring this modern marvel of a city before boarding MSC Virtuosa to sail out into the gulf and stop off at Abu Dhabi, Sir Bani Yas Island and Dammam.
See more and book United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and Qatar from Dubai 14th January 2022 MSC Virtuosa or check out our similar sailings on different dates:
P&O Britannia Baltic Cities from Southampton 15th May 2022
Best for: Jewels of the Baltic
A feast for lovers of a city break - take in Copenhagen, Stockholm, Helsinki, Tallinn and St. Petersburg all in one trip.
See more and book Baltic Cities from Southampton 15th May 2022 P&O Britannia or check out our similar sailings on different dates:
- Sky Princess Scandinavian Capitals from Southampton 9th July 2022
- Fred Olsen Balmoral Scandiavian Captials from Newcastle 18th May 2022
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