What are Cruises by Blue Bay Travel?

Blue Bay Travel has been in the sunshine business for over 20 years. Now, we’re bringing the same award-winning service, experience levels and love we harbour for land holidays to the cruise game.

Truth is, we’ve always loved a cruise and our expert team of holiday professionals have so much sea-faring wisdom to impart. Plus, in true Blue Bay style, we also have the ability to grab some of the very best cruise deals on the market. Now we have a dedicated website to bring them all to you more often!

Whether you fancy a cracking Caribbean cruise to explore more of the islands in one trip or you’d prefer to take in the dramatic beauty of the Norwegian fjords. We have an offer to match.

Plus, when you need a helping hand or guidance, our team of cruise experts are on hand to throw out the lifeline and get you back on track to holiday bliss.

Introduction to Cruise Holidays With Blue Bay

Choosing to embark on a cruising holiday is akin to stepping into a realm of endless possibilities.

Constantly changing vistas, landfall in exotic locations, and the opportunity to enjoy many activities onboard. These are just some of the factors that make cruising holidays an irresistible choice for many.

What Different Types of Cruises Can You Experience?

Cruising doesn’t confine itself to a single form but unfurls its charm through multiple types perfectly curated for different traveller needs.

Luxury cruises

Embrace opulence in the heart of the ocean with luxury cruises. Offering exceptional service, world-class dining and often inclusive amenities all nestled within an intimate setting. These cruise holiday packages are perfect if you crave indulgence.

River cruises

Elegant river cruises with Ama Waterways or Uniworld celebrate tranquillity as they journey through the veins of mesmerising landscapes. These, often-smaller vessels, are a huge hit throughout Europe and allow greater exploration of inland sights. Revealing historic towns and cities, as well as captivating natural beauty from an exclusive vista.

Cruise and stay holidays

Bring together the brilliance of incredible cruises and stunning resorts by choosing a cruise and stay deal. Combining a relaxing cruise with the enjoyment of an indulgent hotel stay in gorgeous locations – effectively giving you the best of both worlds! Choose to spend a day in Barbados or other glamorous locations before embarking on an epic adventure.

Couples cruises

Couples cruise deals harmonize privacy with unforgettable romantic moments enabling you to create precious shared memories amidst beautiful settings. Choose from activity-rich liners like P&O Aurora or go uber-luxurious on a Cunard ship.

Family cruises

Keep everyone entertained while on holiday by choosing family-oriented cruising holiday deals that provide myriad activities catering to varied age groups ensuring nobody feels left out! Royal Caribbean vessels hit the water like floating cities adorned with family-centric amenities like climbing walls, water slides, FlowRider^® surfsimulator, virtual adventure zones and sports courts

Finding the Perfect Cruise Line for You.

Like anything in life, selecting the perfect cruise for you depends on personal preference. You might value luxury over everything or cherish family-oriented facilities.

To ease your decision-making process, it pays to:

1. 1. • – Understand what’s crucial for you, amenities, service levels or dining options etc.
      • – Know your budget as different lines offer diverging price ranges.
      • – Reflect on the ideal duration of your journey.
      • – Have a list of destinations you’d like to visit – this will help narrow your liner choice.

Remember, the essence lies not necessarily in finding perfection but in identifying the most suitable option according to your preferences.

What’s Included in an All-Inclusive Cruise Holiday?

All-inclusive cruise packages are perfect if you want to ensure that most elements of your trip are taken care of.

Most packages will include accommodation, meals, many non-alcoholic beverages, entertainment and taxes. You may also find that extras like spa treatments and excursions could be included too.

In addition, when you book your cruise with Blue Bay, we ensure that the price you see is the price you pay. That means any flights, hotels and transfers are all included in the up-front cost.

Tips for First-Time Cruisers

If you’re embarking on your first cruising adventure, these expert cruise tips from our pro team might come in handy:

1. Pack lighter – not only are there usually plenty of shops on your cruise liner, but you probably won’t need multiple pair of shoes.
2. Familiarise yourself with the layout map of your ship on the first day.
3. Become acquainted with the daily program which outlines all events happening aboard throughout each day.
4. If you like a drink on your holibobs, think about upgrading to a beverage package to save money.
5. Get to cruises abroad a day early to see the sights and sleep off the travel weariness before embarking.

When is the Best Time to Book a Cruise?

The best time to book a cruise is from January – March.  This period is even known as “Wave Season” as it’s when the top cruise deals are readily available.

However, there’s more to consider than simply getting the best price for your adventure. You also need to consider the seasonality of your destination and your itinerary of choice.

For instance, if you’re dreaming of basking in the Caribbean sun while sipping margaritas or exploring historic cities along the Mediterranean coast, early booking can ensure you get prime cabins with the most desirable views.

Booking in advance also allows you to take advantage of promotional fares or limited-time offers leading to considerable savings on your travel expenditures.

Where to Go for Your Next Cruise Adventure?

With so many extraordinary itineraries to choose from at Blue Bay Travel, sometimes deciding on the perfect destination for your adventure can seem overwhelming.

However, if you prefer a more tailored search, we recommend checking out these 7 cruise destination top picks:

1. Caribbean Cruises: Go island-hopping across the most incredible archipelago in the world.
2. Mediterranean Cruises: Prefer your sunshine closer to home? Then classy Med cruises are your muse.
3. Canary Islands Cruises: Discover a volcanic archipelago of perpetual sunshine and surfing conditions.
4. European Cruises: Don’t miss the big-hitting cities like Paris, Rome, Dubrovnik and more.
5. Arctic Cruises: Leave the sun-soaked shores of southern Europe and head north towards the dramatic landscapes of the Arctic Circle.
6. North America Cruises: Explore once-in-a-lifetime locales like New York or Miami. Two different vibes, one incredible country.
7. South America Cruises: Trade the glittering cities of the North for the famous ruins, gorgeous beaches and incredible culture of southern America.

Book Your Cruise with Blue Bay Travel Today

Take advantage of our simple and easy-to-follow booking process to create your cruise today – not to mention our expert guidance, award-winning customer service and bafflingly beautiful destinations.