Europe Cruises

Not only is Europe incredibly diverse, but it’s easily accessible from Southampton, allowing you to enjoy a stress-free holiday. Small countries are packed tightly together, so you can experience a range of cultures and histories. 

You won’t have to put in any of the hard work when it comes to arranging connecting flights and multiple accommodation options. You can go to sleep in France, and wake up in Spain.

There are almost too many to count. Let’s start with the big ones, such as Rome’s ancient Colosseum, the iconic Eiffel Tower in France, and Barcelona’s magnificent – and perpetually unfinished – Sagrada Familía. You can delve deeper into the culture of the destinations we visit at the celebrated galleries of the Louvre and Uffizi.

If you’re visiting in the warmer months, summer clothes such as shorts and T-shirts are essential. Bring your swimming gear if you plan on enjoying the beaches of Mykonos or the glamorous Amalfi Coast. It’s a good idea to bring layers as the weather can grow cooler in the evenings.

Europe straddles a number of time zones. Western Europe observes UTC, central Europe CST, and Eastern Europe EET.

A European cruise represents a delicious journey through cuisines. Start with the sun-ripened vegetables and oily fish favoured by the Mediterranean, before discovering the comforting staples of Russia and Eastern Europe.

Certain countries are currently considered safer than others – guests are advised to inform themselves of any incidents or dangerous situations before travel.

There are currently a total of 24 official languages spoken in the European Union. The most widely spoken is German, in which hello is simply “hallo”.