One of the most magical ways to see a country is on the water – whether that's sailing down the Nile, cruising around the Adriatic or hopping between the Aeolian islands. So this week at Independent Travel, we're celebrating all things cruise. And by this we don't just mean the giant ships filled with amenities that take you on multi-week holidays, but also the calmer river cruises that explore hidden waterways of Europe or the sailboats that allow you to access some of the most remote corners of the globe like the Galapagos and French Polynesia.
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If you're new to sailing adventures, the Mediterranean is a good place to start. Southern Europe boasts an incredible 28,600 miles of coastline dotted with beautiful cities that are filled with culture and excellent cuisine. Or if you want to look further afield, try Egypt with its many felucca cruises, a journey down the Mekong River in a traditional Cambodian boat, or even an epic expedition to Antarctica. Read on more inspiration. |
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| At the far western end of the Mediterranean, Gibraltar offers cruise visitors the "Thrill Seekers Trail": one of the world's greatest urban hikes, including the Windsor Suspension Bridge. |
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| The most dramatic approach of any Adriatic cruise port is Kotor in Montenegro, which involves sailing inland along a narrow fjord. The town itself is also well worth exploring. |
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| Offer applies to 18 adults-only Sandals Resorts and three family-friendly Beaches Resorts. Learn more |
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| Red Funnel is offering a Camping & Touring Package starting at just £13 per person a night. Learn more |
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| The sale, which runs until July 11, includes flights and holidays to a range of destinations. Learn more |
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| From walled cities and lush island gems to wine tastings, we've rounded up the best experiences you can enjoy on a Croatia cruise. See the full list. |
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| With demand growing for adventurous escapes, our writer set sail on a holiday at sea that takes travellers away from the usual tourist spots. Read more. |
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From my cabin, balcony doors flung open to enjoy dolphins and Atlantic breezes, I watched Ghana, Côte d'Ivoire, Liberia, Sierra Leone, Guinea-Bissau and The Gambia come and go. |
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| Top Mediterranean cruises |
With excursions exploring the Greek gods and enjoying platters of tapas, southern Europe offers some of the best at-sea experiences. Plan your trip. |
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| It doesn't get much better than watching the aurora borealis dazzling from your deck or balcony – these are the best ways to do it. Read more. |
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| We've rounded up the best travel mugs to take on your adventures. |
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