Forget package holidays. Cruises are the ultimate way to see the world – and you’ll be surrounded by luxury and refinement everywhere you go. Whichever part of the world tickles your fancy, the chances are you can get there with a cruise – and when you’re not exploring the sights and sounds of new cities, sizzling beaches or discovering the forgotten ruins of long-lost temples, you can be living it up back onboard, enjoying a vast array of entertainment and eating like kings in a different restaurant every day.

So, where do you want to go? Will it be the powder-soft sands and swaying palms of the Caribbean, where Bounty-ad beaches and a laid-back vibe will tempt you away from that hectic sightseeing schedule? Or will you explore the magical Fjords and soak up the magnificent lightshow of the aurora borealis? Or perhaps you’d prefer to tick off a number of Greek islands as part of your tour of the Adriatic? Whatever you fancy, there’s a whole host of different cruise operators and liners that are ready to take you there.

Some operators such as P and O Cruises travel to a wide number of destinations. From the Caribbean to the Canary Islands, the Mediterranean to Northern Europe, there are stacks of different itineraries each taking in an exciting range of destinations.

What’s more, with established operators like P and O, the liners themselves are renowned for their luxury fit-out. Take P&O Ventura for instance. This fabulous vessel is home to a cinema, theatre, cabaret lounges, dance shows, bars, panoramic views and a whole host of other facilities. It’s well equipped for kids too, boasting a number of kids’ clubs for all ages, play areas, and even a circus skills school up on the top deck. Cartoon character favourites such as Noddy and Mr. Bump are onboard, and older kids will love the rock school.

A cruise holiday can take you virtually wherever you want to go, both in luxury and in style. The only problem you’ll have is deciding which one you want to take…