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Cruise & Travel

August/September 2026
Magazine

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.

Cruise & Travel

EDITOR’S LETTER

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

LIFE & STYLE

DINE & DRINK

POSTCARDS • Discover the wonders of the Douro Valley in pretty Pinhao, take a trip back in time on tiny Nevis, and lose yourself among Kerala’s dreamy backwaters

TAKE THE SLOW BOAT • Wonderful cuisine and an ancient martial art are just two of the highlights of a small-group cruise around Kerala’s serene backwaters

INTO THE VALLEY • Enjoy a day out in Pinhao, drinking in gorgeous views of the Douro – along with a glass or two of the finest port

TIME TRAVEL • Bask in old-school Caribbean charm on the less visited Leeward Island of Nevis

SAIL OF THE CENTURIES • Amid the beauty of the Greek islands, Star Clippers’ majestic tall ships can spirit you back to the great days of sail – and beyond

VIVA BEYOND • The first ship for VIVA Cruises’ new premium brand offers an elevated and elegant way to glide your way through France

THE ULTIMATE CRUISE CHECKLIST • Want to cruise like a pro? Tick off this pre-departure routine and your next trip will be a breeze

DANUBE DELIGHTS • A port-rich Viking river cruise gives you a front-row seat for some of the most ravishing scenery in Europe – with a side order of sensational local cuisine

THAT’S ENTERTAINMENT! • Is it Broadway? Is it Drury Lane? You’re not even close – because some of the world’s most spectacular stage shows now take place on board cruise ships

AMAZING CRUISE EXCURSIONS • From private palaces to grandstand views, your cruise could be a ticket to some of the world’s most exclusive experiences

WILD & WONDERFUL • Locals win hearts but mischievous monkeys rule the roost on this bucket-list adventure in incredible Costa Rica

8 OF THE BEST 2027 CRUISES • Get ahead of the crowd and start booking your next cruise to some of the world’s most exciting destinations...

EXPLORE! • Discover the best escorted holidays on the planet

TRAVEL News

THE WHOLE WIDE WORLD • Escorted tours are an incredible way to broaden your travel experience – and this once-in-a-lifetime journey to South America ticks all the boxes

SINGAPORE • Famous for its groundbreaking architecture, stunning nature reserves and fantastic dining scene, this vibrant city state is a destination that never fails to thrill

PHIL VICKERY • The globe-trotting chef on his foodie favourites, his bucket-list destinations and the woman he most likes to travel with

Formats

  • OverDrive Magazine

Languages

  • English