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Christmas Cruises

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If the idea of spending another cold, wet festive season in the UK gives you shivers, our Christmas cruise deals can offer the perfect alternative for a winter holiday you’ll never forget. Imagine spending Christmas Day on board a beautiful cruise ship, having the cooking and cleaning taken care of...Or lying on a white sandy beach with the sun shining in an exotic destination.

Here at Cruise Nation, we have a huge range of deals on Christmas and  New Year cruises  for 2024 and 2025, with Christmas  cruises from Southampton , as well as Xmas cruises departing from other destinations around the world.

WHY CHOOSE TO CRUISE AT CHRISTMAS?

Whether you want to swap the UK’s wintery weather for glorious sunshine and white sandy beaches, avoid the stress of shopping, parties and big family do’s or you simply want to relax whilst someone else takes care of all the Christmas trimmings for you, one of our festive cruises can ensure you have the Christmas you’ve been dreaming of.

Enjoy being pampered on a luxury Christmas cruise, where entertainment includes carol singing, special celebrity guests and, for cruisers travelling with children, even special visits from Santa himself. If you’re usually the Christmas cook, sit back, relax and enjoy Christmas day dinner being served to you for a change – with all of the big Christmas cruise liners offering delicious festive menus, including full Christmas Day dinners with all the trimmings.

As well as experiencing a stress-free Christmas, our deals on Christmas Cruises 2023 and Christmas Cruises 2024 give you the opportunity to enjoy warm winter climates, explore new destinations and visit exciting port cities in countries around the world.

WHERE WILL OUR CHRISTMAS CRUISES TAKE YOU?

Leave the grey skies, last-minute shopping and Christmas Day cooking behind with one of our great value Christmas cruises to exotic, sun-soaked destinations around the world.

From the  heat and glamour of Dubai  to the magic of  Christmas in New York,  the sunshine of the  Canary Islands  to a romantic Christmas in  Rome  or  Venice , here are five of our customers favourite Christmas cruise destinations:

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5 of the best Christmas breaks for singles over 50

From yuletide celebrations in europe to a home-from-home christmas in chester, here are the best stays for mature solos with all the trimmings, article bookmarked.

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If the kids have flown the nest or you’re just in search of a hands-off festive feast where you don’t have to stress over the roasties, singles aged over-50 seeking a home from home this Christmas can discover inviting destinations this December .

As everyone knows, filling those middleman days between Christmas and the New Year with purpose is already a challenge once the obligatory Christmas Day walk has been trodden and everyone exists solely in a daze of leftovers.

Whether a seasonal skier , Christmas market city breaker or a quintessentially British (and brave) Boxing Day dipper, there’s a solo holiday for everyone to switch things up for the festive period in 2023, with the added bonus of socialising with likeminded lone travellers the cherry on top of the fruit cake.

To get away this Christmas Day, here are the best stays to consider, from the winter wonderlands of the Austrian Alps to Prague ’s enchanting Christmas markets complete with all the traditional cheer.

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Christmas in Austria

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Wander Austria’s snowscapes on a solo trip from Salzburg

Solos Holidays’ Christmas in Austria package includes seven nights half board accommodation at the Johannesbad Palace Hotel in the centre of Bad Hofgastein, return flights, airport transfers and festive excursions for a magical Christmas spent in the Austrian Alps.

Think idyllic tours of the Salzbuger lake district, a Christmas Eve gala dinner and a Christmas morning sleigh ride complete with celebratory glasses of Glühwein, all while spending some relaxing alone time in Austria’s traditional winter wonderlands and steamy saunas.

Christmas in Austria from £2,615pp, departing 23 December 2023.

Chester Christmas cheer

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A staycation to historic Chester is full of festive feasts and old-world charm

If any seasonal staycation can measure up to traditional family recipes cooked in your kitchen, at the Doubletree by Hilton Hotel & Spa in Chester, a five-day  Christmas in Chester  break is sure to feel like a home from home.

Festive feasting spans classic afternoon teas, a Christmas Day lunch with all the trimmings and hearty English breakfasts as part of your half-board stay, while the historic sights of charming Chester – as discovered on walking tours of its cathedral – meet invigorating Boxing Day dips in Llandudno, North Wales , just across the border.

Christmas in Chester  from £1,399pp, departing 23 December 2023.

Prague for Christmas

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Celebrate Christmas with traditional folklore shows, concerts and cruises in the Czech capital

One Traveller’s  Prague for Christmas  city break promises an enchanting five-day break to the alluring markets of the Czech capital. A stay in an elegant Radisson Blu hotel room, return flights, private coach transfers and all breakfast and traditional evening meals are provided in the package, alongside guided city tours, a Christmas Day lunch cruise on the Vltava River and an evening folklore show on Boxing Day, between indulgent on-the-go lunches from the endearing Yuletide markets.

Prague for Christmas  from £2,480, departing 23 December 2023.

Christmas at sea

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A cruise to Europe’s seasonal stars is a dream for some cosy “me time”

Christmas cruises from Southampton to the romantic shores of Hamburg , Rotterdam , Bruges and Normandy’s Le Havre sail singles to the delights of medieval castles, gentle canals and, of course, artisan Christmas markets laden with all things mulled and fried on  MSC Cruises ’s MSC Euribia. Full-board festive dining, West End-style entertainment – or karaoke fuelled by bucks fizz – and Santa-centric activities on deck complement spacious cabins to unwind in after excursions on shore.

Christmas Northern Pearls Cruise  from £1,489pp, departing 22 December 2023.

Yuletide slopes

Seasoned skiers can cruise the Swiss mountain slopes solo and socialise at lively après haunts

Solos Holidays  is offering seasoned skiers a chance to cruise the Swiss mountain slopes of “chocolate-box” Les Diablerets, with a seven-night half-board (including one traditional raclette evening) stay at the Hotel Les Sources .

Return flights, transfers, welcome drinks and a Christmas Eve evening meal are included, the Glacier 3000 ski scene is a short shuttle bus away and the sprawling Meilleret ski area is accessible via a gondola just 400 metres from the hotel. A lively après scene, an ice rink and a long toboggan run make Les Diablerets slopes the ideal spot to raise a glass with new friends this Christmas.

Les Diablerets Skiing  from £1,615pp, departing 20 December 2023.

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Christmas cruises 2024, 2025, 2023 new year's eve.

All Ambassador Cruise Line Christmas and New Year cruise offers listed here are just itineraries and not cruise deals for sale. Vessels are ordered alphabetically. Comparing all the ships in the Ambassador Cruise Line fleet is a most convenient way to select the best for you Holiday voyages as departures (homeports, dates), destinations (regions, visited countries), itineraries (ports of call, arrival dates, port times) and also to compare cruise prices.

CruiseMapper shows cruise prices per person. These are only indicative fares on the ship's lowest category staterooms. All rates are based on double occupancy (twin share) and don't include cruise line or travel agency promotions, group booking rates or any other special offers and discounts.

Ambassador Cruise Line's Christmas and New Year deals are top choices for travelers to enjoy convenient roundtrip UK departures (out of Tilbury-London as the company's principal homeport), child-free vacations, good value for money and traditional British onboard experiences. On each ship, there is a high ratio of repeat guests, exceptionally friendly staff and a convivial atmosphere among the crew and fellow passengers.

Ambassador Cruise Line specializes in no-fly UK cruise holidays for adults and is one of Britain’s most popular independently-owned cruise shipping companies. Its "traditional British" vacation travel experience combines attentive service with delicious cuisine and stylish entertainment. As prices, Ambassador deals are affordable, with prices varying by destination (region) and itinerary (length and ports).

Ambassador's Xmas and New Year holidays are marked by almost 100% British clientele and over 50-years-old folks. The onboard entertainment and enrichment programs are created specifically for UK travelers, so expect plenty of pub quizzes, revues, bridge playing sessions. The onboard enrichment program also features small-scale show productions, guest speakers (maritime historians, destination experts) and performers (artists, musicians, magicians, stand-up comedians). The cruise line currently has a fleet of 2 ships.

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This Winter holiday season, give yourself and your loved ones the gift of a lifetime with an unforgettable Christmas cruise like no other! With options from 4 to 14 nights, step aboard to the sun-kissed Caribbean and the enchanting Mediterranean to the captivating Emirates .

Experience unparalleled convenience with our direct cruise option aboard the state-of-the-art MSC Euribia , sailing from Southampton to the picturesque Northern European Pearls .

Get ready to be immersed in the spirit of Christmas from the moment you set foot on the ship. Experience Christmas shows , MasterChef Christmas Editions , Christmas karaoke , and more. Kids will also spend the most magical Christmas time meeting Santa Claus and joining many other themed activities designed for them.

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MasterChef Christmas Edition:  The most famous cooking talent show in the world steps aboard MSC Christmas cruises! The power of the activity is the fact that the experience goes over the cruise; the lucky winner of the final prize, will have the opportunity to take part into the casting of the TVShow, and become the new Star of MasterChef!

Christmas Karaoke : amaze your friends and fellow guests sing the Christmas hits like they’ve never been heard before.

MSC Christmas Show:  a fantastic production Show inspired by the Christmas spirit and specifically designed for this iconic festivity will delight you.

CHRISTMAS ENTERTAINMENT ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS AND FAMILY

Santa’s extravaganza: don't miss the biggest MSC Cruises event of the year, for all our children and parents on board Santa will personally bring a gift for each child on board from 0 to 11 years old. More than 15.000 gifts will be given fleetwide including Lego, Chicco, board games, sustainable toys and official MSC merchandise for an unforgettable Christmas cruise. Movie with Santa:  a special and unique MSC Cruises original short movie dedicated to the Santa’s arrival onboard (as part of “Santa’s Extravaganza”). Doremix Xmas:  kids and family disco game with the top 5hit list XMAS songs , all selected by our children. MSC Kids Xmas Parade:  be sure not to miss our original Xmas parade starring Doremi, Lego Sailor and all our children. Winter Wonderland (Doremi Village):  Doremi & Lego Sailor village with games, line dances and a lot of Xmas Magic.

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WAVE “All Inclusive” rates are per person based on double occupancy. The rates are subject to change and may vary without notice. This offer is valid on new bookings only from 06/12/2023 to 31/03/2024, valid on all Summer 2024 & Winter 24-25 cruises. Under the WAVE “All Inclusive” promotion, guests will be able to purchase selected cruises on discounted rates (up to -£300). The £600 per cabin saving is based on MSC World Europa 27th September 2024 sailing.

Discounts apply to categories in different absolute amounts and according to availability, calculated per person and refer to double occupancy pricing (passenger 1 & 2). 3rd and 4th berth guests pay the usual applicable rate. For solo travellers, the applicable solo supplement valid for the departure at the time of booking will apply. The discounts have been calculated on previously existing rates. Total amount of discounts expressed in the promotion refer to the absolute value of discount vs previous rate.

This promo is combinable with all discount promotions, including MSC Voyagers Club 5%, Voyagers Exclusives 5+5% and Honeymoon packages, whilst for Senior and Young it is subject to availability. If customers book the WAVE “All inclusive” promotion onboard an MSC ship with the Future Cruise team, they will receive all the corresponding onboard benefits. If customers have a future cruise discount voucher, they can apply this to a cruise in the WAVE “All inclusive” promotion. If customers have an FCC voucher for a re-protected sailing, they can apply this to a cruise in the WAVE “All inclusive” promotion.

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When it comes to family holidays, it's all about options, and with Norwegian, you have plenty. Stretch out in accommodations that fit all families, including spacious suites and interconnecting staterooms. Enjoy delicious dining choices even finicky eaters can't refuse, delight in a wide variety of family-friendly activities throughout the ship and take advantage of complimentary youth programmes that accommodate all children, from tots to teens.