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IGLU CRUISE AND PLANET CRUISE: CRUISE OF THE WEEK AND LATE DEALS

Experience a different kind of city break with iglu cruise and planet cruise’s short european getaways. from paris to amsterdam, there are destinations fit for all. more details to be found below. .

Cruise of the week…

Summer Bank Holiday Bruges & Amsterdam from Southampton , 25 August 2023 (4 nights)

Iglu Cruise ( www.iglucruise.com ; 02037 335 557) is offering a 4-night cruise onboard Celebrity Cruises’  Celebrity Silhouette  from £528 per person departing from Southampton on 25 August 2023. Price is based on an inside cabin and includes up to $800 free onboard spend with flexible booking terms.

Departing from Southampton, guests spend a day in Belgium’s bustling capital city Brussels (Zebrugge). To capture the highlights of Zebrugge within a short amount of time, visit the 5th century Grand Place for breathtaking architecture and live music, while the Palais Royal offers a glimpse into the life of the Royals. The next port of call is one of Europe’s most popular destinations, Amsterdam, where cruisers can visit iconic hidden gems including the Anne Frank House, Rijksmuseum and the Van Gogh Museum. Time onboard can be spent in one of 13 restaurants with cuisine for everyone’s taste, in one of the 4 swimming pools or soaking up eye-catching works of art within the gallery.

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Paris Short Break from Southampton , 1 September 2023 (3 nights)

Planet Cruise ( www.planetcruise.com ; 0808 278 8504) is offering a 3-night cruise onboard Cunard Queen Mary 2 from £379 (save £12 if you book online) per person departing from Southampton (no fly cruise) on 1 September 2023. The price is based on an inside cabin with a deposit of £76 per person.

Departing from Southampton, this short trip will take guests on a luxury cruise to Le Havre (Paris) for the day. This destination has plenty to offer such as the Musée des Beaux-Arts and D-Day beaches. Those looking to delve deeper, can go on an optional excursion to Mont St Michel, the medieval town of Rouen or travel into Paris and spot the iconic Eiffel Tower. Time onboard can be spent in one of Cunard’s fine dining restaurants, relaxing at the Canyon Ranch and Spa Club or enjoying some high-quality entertainment at the Royal Court Theatre. 

Europe Getaway from Southampton , 15 April 2023 (4 nights)

Iglu Cruise ( www.iglucruise.com ; 02037 335 557) is offering a 4-night cruise onboard Princess Cruises  Sky Princess  from £299 per person (save £10 when booking online), departing from Southampton on 15 April 2023. Price is based on an inside cabin and includes a low deposit.

Setting sail from Southampton, this voyage firstly explores Rotterdam. For shopping, bars and restaurants head to the Markthal, a unique building with plenty to enjoy. Meanwhile, families will love Rotterdam Zoo, as well as the Euromast Tower which provides stunning views across the city. Cruising on, the next destination for this Europe getaway is Bruges (Zeebrugge). With gothic and neo-Gothic architecture throughout the quaint streets and canals, there’s plenty of history and culture to discover. Visit the Markt and Belfort’s stunning views of the city or enjoy a boat ride around the canals for a  scenic city tour. Time can be spent relaxing in the beauty gallery and seaview bar or enjoying a game of mini golf. 

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IGLU CRUISE AND PLANET CRUISE: CRUISE OF THE WEEK AND LATE DEALS

Enjoy great deals on short breaks and mini cruises such as free flights, hotel stays and more, with Iglu Cruise and Planet Cruise’s cruise of the week and late deals. More details to be found below. 

Cruise of the week…

Iconic Aegean from Athens with Stay , 28 October 2023, (6 nights)

Iglu Cruise ( www.iglucruise.com ; 02037 335 557) is offering a 6 night cruise onboard Celestyal Cruises Celestyal Olympia from £999 per person departing from Athens on 28 October 2023. Price is based on an inside cabin including a 2 night hotel stay, flights, tips and transfers.

After spending 2 nights in a hotel in Athens, boasting an impressive harbour, the first port of call is Mykonos. History buffs will be fascinated by the archaeological site of Delos, while Mykonos Windmills provide the perfect holiday snap. The next destination is Patmos whereby cruisers can explore the Cave of the Apocalypse or the Monastery of Saint John. Cruising on, guests stop by Rhodes. Tour the old and new town of Rhodes, spotting an ancient palace and mediaeval ruins during the day, whilst dining at authentic seafood taverns in the evening. Before returning back to Athens, this cruise stops in Santorini perfect for strolling down one of the many cobbled streets or along the volcanic-sand beaches for a romantic evening. Meanwhile kids and families will love taking the plunge from a caldera cruise and exploring the colourful markets. Time onboard can be spent dining in one of 4 restaurants, relaxing at the beauty centre or enjoying the swimming pool.

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European Getaway from Southampton , 15 April 2023 (4 nights)

Planet Cruise ( www.planetcruise.com ; 0808 278 8504) is offering a 4 night cruise onboard Princess Cruises Sky Princess from £392 per person departing from Southampton 15 April 2023. Price is based on an inside cabin. 

Departing from Southampton, this cruise’s initial stop is Rotterdam where families can head to Rotterdam Zoo or gain a glimpse into Rotterdam’s history through fascinating museums and architecture. The next port of call is Bruges (Zeebrugge) where guests can visit the Markt and Belfort’s for stunning views of the city or stop by the Groeninge Museum to admire some early Flemish art. Time onboard can be spent taking a dip in the hot tub, dining in one of 17 restaurants or taking the children for a game of mini golf. 

HOT Cultural Crossroads from Athens to Rome , 16 August 2023 (9 nights) 

Iglu Cruise ( www.iglucruise.com ; 02037 335 557) is offering a 9-night cruise onboard Oceania Cruises Sirena from £1,773 per person departing from the UK to Athens, on 16 August 2023. Price is based on an inside cabin including free flights and transfers and choose from $400 spend onboard, 4 shore excursions or House Select Beverage Package.

After flying from the UK, the cruise will depart from Athens. A notable destination includes Istanbul, for an overnight stay, where guests can explore breath-taking mosques with vibrant mosaics, find handcrafted souvenirs at lively markets and enjoy aromatic mezes and fresh seafood as well as locally produced wine. Adventuring on, cruisers stop by at Ephesus (Kusadasi), where they can delve into the history of the island visiting the Temple of Artemis or the Ephesus Archaeological Museum to see the head of Socrates. The final port of call is Rome, home to some of the most well-known historic sites such as the Colosseum, the pantheon, and Vatican City. Time onboard can be spent winding down in one of the  7 bars and lounges, relaxing in one of the swimming pools or reading in the library.

For more information on Iglu Cruise visit www.iglucruise.com or call 02037 335 557

For more information on Planet Cruise visit www.planetcruise.com or call 0808 278 8504

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As the UK's largest independent cruise agent, Iglu offers deals to more than 3000 ports, 30 destinations and 25 cruise lines. From a blissful Caribbean break to an exotic exploration of South East Asia, it's all there for the taking. The Iglu offices are home to 100 dedicated inhouse agents. Between them, they've cruised to thousands of ports around the globe on almost every cruise ship sailing. It means their expertise is top-drawer - exactly what you need when you're booking that dream holiday. Iglu Cruise is a completely independent cruise agent, not connected with any cruise line or operator. This allows its 100+ sales agents to be totally impartial when advising on cruise options - good to know! The best bit? Any holiday you book with Iglu comes completely ATOL- and ABTA-protected, and the Iglu team will be around to assist you with your trip from the moment you book to the moment you get back to home soil.

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These cruises usually depart from Southampton, so all you have to worry about is getting there in time for check-in. The simplicity of this option means you don't have to deal with the stress of international airports, and can simply switch straight into holiday mode from the minute you board the ship. Often these cruises will explore less far-flung destinations - think Belgium, France or Guernsey. For cruises heading further afield, cruise-only options can mean more time spent at sea - but this won't be a problem if your ship has plenty to keep you entertained.

If a jam-packed itinerary is important to you, then a fly-cruise might be the best option. These deals include international return flights to the city your cruise will depart from - so instead of having to sail all the way to the Caribbean, for instance, you fly straight there to board the ship. If your dream cruise involves seeing as many sights as possible - with the ship merely acting as your base - then a fly-cruise might be your best bet.

Cruise and Stay

Can't decide if you should try a cruise, or park up on a sun-soaked beach somewhere? Why not both! Cruise-and-stays offer the best of both worlds, incorporating a period of cruising (often seven nights) with a few extra nights in a hotel tacked on before or after. This stay is a great way to ease into holiday mode after a stressful time at home, or embrace a change of pace following days spent at sea. Think a Mexican Riviera cruise followed by a glitzy Vegas stay, or a glamorous stint in Barcelona following a jaunt around the Canaries!

River Cruise

A great way to see European cities or parts of Asia, river cruises take you right to the heart of each destination. You could be soaking in a Budapest thermal bath, sipping wine in Lyon or visiting Vienna's dazzling opera house. With the vessels often much smaller in size than those which sail at sea, you'll experience a slightly more intimate atmosphere.

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Mediterranean.

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Cruises from Southampton

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Northern Europe

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Spring breaks.

The weather’s not too hot or too cold and popular destinations are a lot less busy, so it’s the perfect time for some sightseeing.

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Family cruises.

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First Time Cruising - Needed help

First time booking a cruise and I did not like the lack of information on the website so I made a phone call and a really nice, helpful, polite and eloquent young man named Ian took me through the whole process, answered questions, gave advice but was not pushy. All sorted. I'm going on holiday......

Date of experience : 25 March 2024

Exceptional good service from Beth at Iglu

We have booked our cruises with Iglu many times, but this time we received outstanding service from Beth. She was very helpful in providing us with alternatives and made sure we chose the right cruise and cabin, parking etc. Very much appreciated.

Date of experience : 22 March 2024

First time cruisers

Daniel was very engaging and easy to deal with. He provided a number of improved options for our holiday package, and covered all the queries raised. As first time cruisers it was a relief that the pressure of booking was deferred to an expert. Would definitely use Iglu and Daniel in the future.

Excellent customer service from Louise…

Excellent customer service from Louise who advised and guided us with our booking. We were so lucky to talk to her. It was a pleasure to have her knowledge on the cruise line and the cabins and we are now really looking forward to our holiday knowing that everything has been taken care of. Thanks again to Louise it really is appreciated.

Date of experience : 18 March 2024

Excellent customer services

I have been with Iglu for many years now and they never fail in being knowledgeable, polite, and patient when on the phone. The agent I spoke to today (Beth) didn't mind answering my questions when I didn't understand something.. Beth also didn't mind repeating when I didn't hear her properly.

Yet another cruise booked effortlessly…

Yet another cruise booked effortlessly over the phone with Iglu. Daisy was a very honest, knowledgeable agent helping us with our booking. Cracking prices too as always.

Great travel agents

Really like the Iglu website. It is very easy to search and sort options. There is excellent information and useful reviews. Call waiting times are small and the agents are very helpful. Promised call backs are made quickly. I have used Iglu on many occasions and will continue to do so.

Iglu is my favourite cruise travel agency -Thanks Lisa Crick for all your excellent help

Iglu is my favourite cruise travel agent, I have used for decades. They always deliver good value compared with the competition, are professional and knowledgeable too. This time it was in the person of Lisa Crick who was superb in concluding our booking efficiently and accurately. She is a tribute to a very successful Cruise agency, which not surprising has the largest share of the UK market.

An extremely helpful agent

An extremely helpful agent who went the extra mile to ensure that she understood our requirements and came up with a solution for us very quickly. The follow up was thorough and ensured that we fully understood everything.

Easy to use, helpful staff, genuine discount

It was really easy to see what cruises were available and make our holiday choice. The Iglu discount against the cruise line price was genuine. We spoke to a representative who was very helpful. The booking process was simple and straightforward.

Date of experience : 23 March 2024

Booking P&O Cruise

I have been booking holidays for years and can honestly say Seb provided one of the best customer experiences in booking a holiday. Clear, to the point, no question was too much trouble and came straight back with email and contact details. We have used Iglu a good few times so knew they were good and Seb confirmed this with his brilliant interaction!

Date of experience : 16 March 2024

We regularly use IgluCruise to book our…

We regularly use IgluCruise to book our cruises and have always found them competitive, professional and friendly. This time, Lisa Crick was our representative, she listened carefully to what we needed and did everything she could to plan the bespoke holiday that we really wanted.

Date of experience : 17 March 2024

This is our first cruise and you we were deligeted

This is our first cruise and you were recommended by friends who have been on a number of cruises. I was guided through everything in a friendly informative manner. The agent was very knowledgeable and catered for all our needs

Date of experience : 24 March 2024

Terrible Customer Service

If you have a high threshold for stress, you will be fine. Waits of up to an hour to speak to customer service accompanied by mind-numbing phone music is what you can expect. Then, once you have made contact, don’t expect things to be straight forward. One agent will charge you £25 to cancel a booking, another agent will charge you £100 – believe me a truly grim experience and worrying really. What if help was needed in an emergency? Could contact be made with customer service without this excessive wait; I doubt it. Its’s time to search out a more efficient company, I think.

Date of experience : 13 March 2024

We have never cruised but felt the time…

We have never cruised but felt the time was now. I spoke with friends who cruise frequently and they always use Iglu. From first contact to making the booking the agent talked me through the process even backtracking a number of times to find better options of flights, cabins etc. nothing was too much trouble and in the end we have everything we wanted.

Date of experience : 14 March 2024

GREAT FIRST BOOKING EXPERIENCE

I’ve never booked a cruise before and decided the time was now right for me and my family. I spoke to Richard Navickas and honestly I’ve never dealt with a more pleasant lovely informative gentleman. He made it so easy, he made me feel secure in making my decision to proceed and I’m if I can speak to Richard again, I’ll definitely book again. Thank you my Dundee Friend.

Easy to Book

Not used IgluCruise before. We were very pleased with the efficient speedy booking service. All our needs have been catered for. Looking for to our cruise next February.

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Booked a cruise through Iglu, David was very helpful and informative, gives plenty of details and goes through many options. We are returning customers and would recommend Iglu cruises

Lisa was very honest and helpful

Lisa was very honest and helpful. As it was our first time booking a cruise I would recommend them and cheaper than booking through Disney direct

Great advice and tips to use on our…

Great advice and tips to use on our first cruise by Glenn Wallis , very easy to book though iglucruise, would definitely recommend

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Iglu Cruise reportedly put up for sale with £100m price tag

Iglu Cruise has reportedly been put up for sale by minority shareholders Lloyds Development Capital (LDC) with a potential price tag of £100 million.

Lloyds Banking Group’s private equity arm LDC – which took a minority shareholding in Wimbledon-based Iglu.com’s cruise business in 2015 – is said to have hired investment bankers from Rothschild to oversee an auction of the cruise brand.

According to  The Sunday Times,  the move comes as demand for its holidays recover from the pandemic after the cruise industry saw an uptick in business in 2023.

Quoting “city sources”, the newspaper said the company’s owner was likely to want to sell the business for a valuation around 10 times forward earnings.

Adjusted earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) for the brand’s cruise and ski businesses was £8.9 million last year.

Iglu Cruise ‘focussed on continued growth’ amid speculation

However, a spokesperson for Iglu.com told Cruise Trade News the brand doesn’t “comment on speculation in the press” and the business is “focused on continued growth in this very busy trading period”.

“On the back of a record-breaking Black Friday, preparation is well underway for a strong start to 2024 for the leading cruise and ski travel agency. We are looking forward to continuing to deliver exceptional service to our customers, and to supporting our partners, in 2024 and beyond.”

Earlier this year, senior vice-president for global supply Simone Clark announced she was stepping down after 19 years at the agency.

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