Winter Cruises - Escape the British winter
Seasons always affect what types of cruises are available and the general feel of the trip. If you are not sure what to expect from a winter cruise or from choosing a summer cruise as an alternative to a traditional land-based holiday then we hope this post will answer those questions. Tell us in the comments if you have been on any cruises at different times of year. How was it, and what time of year you prefer?
This post covers winter cruises but other seasons will be talked about in detail in future posts. While most of our winter cruises have now sold out you may still be able to get a deal on last minute cruises in our late deals section.
Winter sun
Even amidst a cold British winter it is possible to experience a sunny adventure on board. Cruises to the Canary Islands and Caribbean are very popular during this time of the year.
Caribbean winter cruises
Cruises to the Caribbean and South America often involve flying to US. This allows shorter holidays but as alternatives there are cruises with transatlantic crossings from UK which are becoming very popular. These cruises typically last around 20-30 days. Here are some of the favourite Caribbean destinations for winter cruises:
Barbados, Martinique, Guadeloupe, San Juan, Puerto Rico, Aruba, Bonaire, Curacao
Canaries
The Canary Islands during the winter offer breathtaking experiences and fantastic weather. If you choose to fly to the port of departure it is likely to be a seven night cruise but 10 or more nights if sailing from Southampton. Islands like Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote and small isles of La Palma are always very popular.
South America
South America is another popular destination for cruising especially during the winter months in the UK. The reason why this continent is so popular is because of packed itineraries and so much of time spent in warm and diverse ports, which are full of character. British, French, Spanish and Dutch Influences can be seen and experienced in famous ports with rich history like Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro. At the beginning of a typical cruise you could visit Argentina and Uruguay and enjoy the cooler weather of the Falkland Islands. After that moving to the steamy Chilean capital Santiago’s port of Valparaiso. Smaller ships benefit here as they are able to navigate the Amazon with itineraries which include Port Stanley and Buenos Aires.
If I have missed out your favourite destination that you would like to recommend, or have any more comments or suggestions, then please let everyone know in the comments.
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