cruises
BEST FOR VALUE
OCEAN Thomson and Island Cruises
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With flights, transfers and tips included in the cruise lead-in price, agents praised Thomson for ensuring customers never
had to worry about controlling the purse strings when they get on board. Sister brand Island Cruises’ prices include drinks too, which also impressed agents. Nicola Kitto of Bridge the World says: “It’s cheap and cheerful and perfect for families who want to travel on a budget.”
MSC Cruises
The range of facilities on MSC’s newer ships, combined with good pricing, made MSC a popular choice with agents. That
and the fact the line lets under-18s cruise for free make it an attractive option for families on a budget. The line’s new experience-based price structure aims to highlight what customers can do for different prices. Packages range from Bella, the basic range, to Fantastica, Aurea and Yacht Club, the most luxurious option.
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5. Royal Caribbean International
6. Celebrity Cruises 7. Princess Cruises 8. Regent Seven Seas Cruises 9. Norwegian Cruise Line 10. Costa Cruises
RIVER Viking River Cruises 2 3
Once you’ve paid for your cruise you have no more worries because wine, beer, excursions and tips are all included
– and that’s why agents rave about Viking River Cruises. Being able to immerse yourself in all the sightseeing you could possibly want, combined with early-booking offers, makes for an attractive offering for any traveller. Rhiannon Kilbride of Stewart Travel says: “If you book early, Viking has great early-booking offers and it’s fully inclusive.”
The River Cruise Line
Offering the same itineraries but at a cheaper rate than other lines was the main reason agents voted for The River
Cruise Line. Agents said the line’s cheaper prices meant it was a good option for those who may be a bit cautious about spending over the odds on their first river sailing. Everley Mudkins of
Cruise.co.uk says the line offers “good all-round quality at very reasonable prices”.
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4. Riviera Travel 5. Avalon Waterways 6. AmaWaterways 7. APT 8. eWaterways 9. CroisiEurope 10. Emerald Waterways
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