Cruise & Travel

Cruise & Travel is the leading cruise magazine, dedicated to helping both the cruise holiday enthusiast and first-timers alike to enjoy the best that cruising has to offer. Every issue is packed with fascinating features and glorious photographs of exotic destinations, romantic ports and secret hideaways. It is also full of useful information about life on board, plus expert advice on which ship to choose and the best time to travel. Whether you’ve cruised before or are planning the holiday of a lifetime, Cruise & Travel tells you all you need to know.

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EDITOR’S LETTER

HOTSPOT

REPORTER • WHAT’S NEW IN THE WORLD OF CRUISE & TRAVEL

LIFE & STYLE

DINE & DRINK

POSTCARDS • Explore a hidden spot in Malta, ride the Kuranda Scenic Railway in tropical Queensland and discover the sandy delights of Denmark’s Skagen

UNDISCOVERED MALTA • Take an e-bike tour from Malta’s capital city Valletta to a unique swimming spot and sample a delicious fish feast in picturesque village Marsaxlokk

TRAIN IN THE CLOUDS • The magical Kuranda Scenic Railway offers visitors a tropical treat in Queensland’s vibrant rainforest

DANE ATTRACTION • Enjoy a leisurely wander around the pretty town of Skagen and marvel at tales of shifting sand, buried churches and inland lighthouse

SUNSHINE STATE OF MIND • Enjoy a port-rich voyage on this small-ship cruise that visits all three of the Caribbean’s ABC Islands in one go, while also revelling in late-night fun

VIRGIN BRILLIANT LADY • Take a first look onboard Virgin Voyages’ brand-new ship, Brilliant Lady

DRINKS PACKAGES MASTERCLASS • How to make the most out of your next cruise drinks package – and make every penny count

DAZZLING DOURO • A leisurely sailing along the Douro on new ship Porto Mirante is the perfect way to enjoy this magical region full of culture, cuisine and the best port in the country

SPECIALIST CRUISES • Whether you have a taste for fine wines or want to witness the next solar eclipse from the ocean, here’s our pick of 2026’s very special sailings

WINTER WONDERS • Beat the winter blues by booking a sun-soaked cruise to one of these colourful corners of the world

THE WHITE ALBUM • Enjoy the ultimate adventure on a once-in-a-lifetime journey to the Last Continent, home to towering glaciers, surfing penguins and incredible icebergs

24 hours in... RIO DE JANEIRO

TWO OF A KIND • Experience more of each destination than ever before with Crystal Cruises and Abercrombie & Kent

MAYFAIR MAGIC • The former American Embassy has been remastered as The Chancery Rosewood: a luxurious new hotel with roomy suites and an array of delicious culinary options

RIO DE JANEIRO • Seek out samba-filled streets, seaside cycle rides, incredible beaches and sloth-filled forests in this spirited South American megacity

WHAT TO WEAR • EUROPEAN CITY BREAK

NEXT ISSUE • ON SALE 19 DECEMBER

LADY CARNARVON • Highclere Castle’s chatelaine on opening her home to the Downton Abbey team, hosting royalty, her love of Egypt and why she loves cruising with Viking

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EDITOR’S WELCOME

THE PINNACLE OF CRUISING • From the rise of gen X cruisers to holidays in emerging destinations, we discover the new trends in ultra-luxury cruising and look at what’s in store for the future

7 AMAZING LUXURY CRUISE EXPERIENCES • From helicopter expeditions to private dining and all-inclusive excursions, here are some of the perks you’ll only find on a five-star sailing

SUITE LIFE • These six super suites are the cruise crash pads of your dreams…

SAIL INTO 2026 IN STYLE • From bucket-list Antarctic adventures...