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What better way to celebrate the holidays with your family and friends than on a Christmas Holiday cruise. Sail to the islands of the Caribbean where the skies are always blue and the waters are crystal clear. Escape to the coasts of Mexico to watch the cliff divers in Acapulco or the brilliant sunsets in Cabo San Lucas. Sail to Mediterranean ports for a more traditional European celebration. Or cruise to exotic locations, such as the Galapagos Islands, Tahiti or even the tip of Africa. You will never forget the memories that you make on a Christmas Holiday cruise to paradise.

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• Up to $1700 CASH BACK: EXCLUSIVE OFFER

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• Great Savings: up to 75% OFF 2nd Guest: on select ship and sail dates
• Get up to $150 Savings: per stateroom on select ships and sail dates
• ALL INCLUDED: Free Classic Beverage Package + Basic Wi-Fi
• Back to Back Savings: Save up to $200 Savings when you book a back to back cruise
• SAVE: up to $50 ONBOARD CREDIT on select departures!

• Up to $1700 CASH BACK : EXCLUSIVE OFFER
• Great Rates + Up to $50 Onboard Credit on select sailings
• EARLY SAVER SALE: plus reduced deposits starting from $50 per person
• More=Merrier: Save up to $125 per room + $25 Reduced Deposits per person for 3 Guest or more
• Receive Great Reduced Rates: on select staterooms and sailings
• Fun Select Rates: Enjoy a Two Category Upgrade
• Save with Senior Rates: Guests over 55 can save with a senior rate
• Reduced Rates for Military Personnel!

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• Up to 40% Savings + $99 Deposits
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• Military: Up to $250 Onboard Spending

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• FREE Gratuities: on select categories and sailings
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• INSTANT SAVINGS up to $500 Instant Savings: per stateroom on select sailings & categories
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Holiday festivities.

Deck the Halls Board your Christmas sailing and enjoy halls and atriums beautifully decked out with holiday decorations, beautiful trees and the twinkling of lights to put you in the holiday spirit!

Holiday Feasts Each cruise line will feature special holiday menus with traditional favorites such as Roast Turkey with all the fixings and sumptuous desserts.

Fun for Families of All Ages On most cruise lines Santa will pay a visit much to the delight of children and adults alike. Join up for caroling, hot chocolate, eggnog and maybe even a Christmas Parade.

Entertainment Holiday entertainment will include wonderful Broadway style shows and movies with a holiday theme.

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Royal Caribbean Cruises 60% OFF ALL Guests + Kids Sail FREE + FREE GRATUITIES OR Onboard Credit

Norwegian Cruises Up to 5 FREE Offers + Up to $1,700 Cash Back

Holland America Cruises 50% OFF Signature Beverage Package, Specialty Dining, Shore Excursions & Wi-Fi

Princess Cruises: FREE GRATUITIES + FREE Beverage Package + FREE Wi-Fi +

Celebrity Cruises 3 FREE Amenities + Up to $1,700 Onboard Credit

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Christmas & New Year Cruises

Imagine being immersed in a winter wonderland, with decorated Christmas trees, twinkling lights, whimsical displays and speciality menus for Christmas Day. Christmas is the perfect excuse to take a cruise – and what better way to celebrate and spend time with your family and friends. As soon as you step on the ship you’ll be part of the most festive atmosphere you’ve ever experienced. And why not see out the year at sea with a ship-wide New Year’s Eve party like no other.

Popular destinations for Christmas & New Year Cruises

Swap cold and rain for tropical sun and turquoise sea, the Caribbean is one of the most relaxing places to visit in the winter season.

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Escape the winter chill and enjoy the spirit of the season exploring the beautiful scenery that Australasia has to offer.

Mediterranean

Smaller crowds, seasonal food & drink and Christmas markets, the Med at wintertime is the perfect place for a charming holiday experience.

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Escape the winter blues and pressures at home and enjoy the spirit of the season at sea. Check out our 2024 deals and make this Christmas & New Year one to remember.

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Dreaming of a Christmas & New year filled with magic and joy? It's never too early to book a once in a lifetime trip away, experience the festive period like no other and browse our 2025 Christmas and New Year cruises.

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A Christmas Cruise Vacation YOUR FAMILY WILL NEVER FORGET

A Christmas Cruise Vacation for the Whole Family

When it comes to family vacations, 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 programs that accommodate all children, from tots to teens.

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The Best Holiday Cruises Are With Princess!

Holiday celebrations at sea.

A variety of holiday activities on board offer fun for the whole family. Don’t forget to pack your festive outfits and take part in the holiday cheer! Enjoy games & activities including:

• Stanley breakfast event – wear your family pajamas
• Holiday Wishes Variety Show
• Menorah Lighting
• Ugly Holiday Sweater Competition 
• Lighting of the Lights Ceremony
• Family Gingerbread House Making Competition, judged by the Executive Chef, Pastry Chef, Captain and Entertainment Director*
• Holiday Family Movie Nights, featuring favorites like “Elf,” “A Christmas Story” and “The Grinch” 
• Holiday Caroling in the Piazza
• Santa’s Arrival and Gift Giving
• ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas reading, where kids are encouraged to wear their PJs and enjoy hot chocolate
• Interdenominational Church Services, led by guest volunteers or onboard teammates

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Christmas Cruises

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• The Most Wonderful Time of the Year

Regardless of where you're sailing, it actually snows in the Atrium of your decked‐out Princess ship. And of course, Santa visits each of our ships for gift giving — we offer cookies for him, and carrots for his reindeer. Experience the Christmas tree lighting and mingle with Kris Kringle as Yuletide Carolers sing joyful classics onboard your ship. And our very own Stanley the bear joins in on the fun for holiday storytime and breakfast event. Don't forget to pack and wear your family holiday matching pajamas!

But it’s warm and toasty onboard a Princess ship! Enjoy Christmas on a cruise ship as you sip eggnog, compete in a magical gingerbread house‐making contest, snowman building competition or design a special keepsake ornament. Revel in the Ugly Sweater party (don't forget to pack it!), Holiday Family Fun Fair, and countless joyful activities await you on your holiday cruise.

The most wonderful time of the year should be wonderful for everyone. That’s why Princess, voted the best cruise line for multigenerational families (Portholes) offers the best Christmas cruises for families and guests of all ages. Kids can go play in our youth and teen centers, where they’ll enjoy fun holiday parties (and you’ll enjoy evening kid-sitting for a nominal fee so parents can celebrate a festive night out too!). Then the whole family can reunite for a stress-free Christmas dinner, feasting on a delicious banquet while cherishing each other’s company.

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Enjoy lovely autumn décor, take part in a Turkey Calling Contest, and add a special message to our annual Tree of Thanks in the ship's Atrium.

Leave the cooking to Princess, and join us for an elaborate traditional holiday feast in the dining room, complete with all the trimmings.

What would Thanksgiving be without football? Watch the games on our Movies Under the Stars® outdoor big screen.

The Festival of Lights burns brightly with a menorah‐lighting ceremony, themed crafts, festive décor and special events, like a reading of Sammy Spider's First Hanukkah on the first night of Hanukkah.

Enjoy traditional Hanukkah delicacies specially prepared by our professional chefs, such as potato latkes and gefilte fish. You can even pre-order kosher meals!

Take a New Year's cruise. Count down and count your blessings on the biggest night of the year with a special New Year’s Eve dinner followed by a midnight celebratory Champagne toast.

The Best Holiday Cruises — All Year Round

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Mark the beginning of the Lunar New Year, with time–honored traditions for an immersive experience. Our Chinese New Year celebrations include symbolic red decorations that adorn the Piazza, mythological Lion Dancers thrill spectators, and much more.

Love, life’s sweetest reward, is celebrated with hearts and flowers and special touches throughout the ship. Onboard, you can make a card for your sweetheart, send a singing telegram, renew your vows, watch themed Movies Under the Stars, and so much more.

Celebrations of hope and springtime abound during this holy period. Onboard, you can participate in a Seder service, sit down with family for a traditional Easter dinner, and enjoy special visits from the Easter Bunny, and a candy egg hunt.

What’s the #1 travel gift moms want? A Mother's day cruise. Celebrate and pamper mom onboard with a relaxing spa treatment, a specially-themed balcony breakfast, complimentary sparkling wine and a rose at dinner, and much more.

Watch the big game on our giant Movies Under the Stars screen, complete with grilled burgers and craft beers on deck. Treat your special dad to a hand–cut steak cooked to order at the Crown Grill. Celebrate the day with a whiskey tasting at the Wheelhouse Bar. It will be a Father’s Day he never forgets!

Halloween on a Princess cruise ship promises more treats than tricks. Delight in spooky décor while carving pumpkins in the Princess Piazza. Ghostly grown-ups can attend our Halloween Fright Night Party, while little pumpkins can enjoy a costume parade, scavenger hunt, and, of course, lots of candy!

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Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year on a Christmas cruise.

Spend an unforgettable vacation on one of our Christmas cruises, where you’ll enjoy the spirit of the season while sailing to some of the most spectacular destinations around the world.

Feast on traditional meals designed by a chef—without worrying about any of the prep or cleanup. Marvel at our festive decorations, like Christmas trees covered in trimmings and tinsel that will make you feel right at home. Sing along with carolers, watch holiday-themed shows at The Theatre, and welcome Santa on board as he pays a special visit to all of the lucky kids spending Christmas at sea.

Christmas Fun for Everyone

On one of our Christmas cruises, you can rest easy knowing that every member of the family will enjoy the vacation of a lifetime. Adults can schedule an indulgent afternoon at The Spa, while the kids are entertained at Camp at Sea. Teens can mingle with other teens at the Teens Club, while grandparents will love the nightly family dinners that take place in the main dining room. On Christmas Eve, watch a festive holiday show together in the theater, enjoy live holiday music, or head up to the rooftop for a Christmas-themed family movie night under the stars.

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Escape the winter chill and plan a holiday vacation to some of the sunniest destinations around the world. Build a sandman on the pristine beaches of the Caribbean. Get into the holiday spirit while sailing around Australia and New Zealand. Or spend Christmas Eve during a once-in-a-lifetime cruise around the Galapagos Islands.

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Go the extra mile and book a stay at The Retreat ® , our luxury vacation experience, where you and your family will have access to a private restaurant and lounge, a team of dedicated butlers and concierges to assist you in whatever you may need, and an array of stunning suites to choose from. 

You can also purchase unlimited premium beverage and specialty dining packages, bon voyage gifts, perks packages, an unlimited class pass to the fitness center, and more special treats on our website.

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Sprinkle a little extra magic on the festive season and experience the joy of our luxury Christmas cruises in 2025 or 2026.

If you’ve ever dreamed of spending Christmas on a cruise ship, you’ve come to the right place. From relaxing ocean and river cruises to off-the-beaten-track expeditions to Antarctica, our range of Xmas cruises caters to everyone. We offer hundreds of itineraries with over thirty of the world’s finest cruise lines to spectacular destinations worldwide, with unbeatable fares and special offers on many voyages.

What is Christmas like on a cruise ship?

Celebrating the Xmas period on a cruise ship can be a wonderful experience, with nearly every operator pulling out all the stops to ensure you have an experience brimming with Christmas cheer. From the moment you step onboard, you’ll be greeted by twinkling lights, decorations and the excited air of anticipation.

After setting sail, the rest of your time is enhanced by themed activities and entertainment, guaranteeing a holiday you’ll never forget. Of course, should you choose a cruise that coincides with Christmas Day, you’ll enjoy a meal with all the trimmings, with the benefit of not having to clear up afterwards!

Cruising during the festive season offers something enjoyable for everyone. For instance, couples seeking an alternative to traditional celebrations will discover that lines like Cunard , Regent Seven Seas , and Celebrity Cruises are ideal due to their elegant surroundings, diverse dining options, and range of itineraries.

On the other hand, families will appreciate the multi-generational appeal of P&O Cruises, MSC, and Royal Caribbean, which cater to adults and children. Meanwhile, solo travellers will find a welcoming atmosphere aboard Fred Olsen, Silversea , and Ponant, with special events dedicated to those exploring alone.

Where to cruise at Christmas?

Whether you dream of a sun-drenched winter escape or want a classically Christmassy setting for your holiday, you’ll find no shortage of options when deciding where to cruise at Christmas. The Caribbean stands out as a top choice—picture yourself on a pristine beach, savouring a cocktail on the big day. But if you prefer a closer-to-home celebration, P&O Cruises and Cunard offer festive journeys to the Canary Islands, departing stress-free from Southampton—no flights required.

Alternatively, to immerse yourself in the magic of Christmas, why not consider a river cruise ? AmaWaterways and Scenic River Cruises offer a range of itineraries to Europe’s best Christmas markets in cities like Vienna, Cologne, and Prague. Or, for an unforgettable winter wonderland adventure, set sail with Hurtigruten on a Northern Lights cruise departing from Dover . Spend six enchanting days above the Arctic Circle, seeking out the mesmerising Aurora Borealis while revelling in various festive activities.

Finally, for the ultimate White Christmas experience, we recommend looking into the Antarctica expedition cruises offered by lines like Silversea, Seabourn and Lindblad Expeditions. Not only are you guaranteed to see some snow – and lots of it – but you’ll also have the opportunity to explore The White Continent in-depth before on a series of shore excursions and Zodiac trips.

Christmas Cruises from Southampton and other UK ports

Opting for a cruise that departs from Southampton or another UK port presents many advantages, especially during Christmas. Firstly, it eliminates the hassle of international flights, which will eliminate stress, especially during one of the busiest times of year for airports. Travel by car, coach or train to your chosen port, enjoy a seamless embarkation process and get ready to immerse yourself in festivities during the most wonderful time of year.

If you’d prefer to avoid flying to an overseas embarkation port, we’d recommend choosing an itinerary that departs from one of the many UK ports. Cruising from the UK has never been so popular, so several fantastic cruises are available with the following operators:

• Ambassador Cruise Lines (London Tilbury)
• Cunard (Southampton)
• Fred Olsen Cruise Lines (Liverpool, Portsmouth, Southampton)
• Hurtigruten Expeditions (Dover)
• MSC Cruises (Southampton)
• P&O Cruises (Southampton

In 2025 and 2026, the lines above will offer itineraries to the Canary Islands, the Caribbean and Northern Europe. Highlights include a 10-night Baltic cruise with P&O Cruises that visits Amsterdam and Copenhagen and a 19-night Queen Mary 2 sailing from Southampton to New York in 2025, which includes calls to a collection of Caribbean islands, including St Maarten, Barbados, and St Lucia.

Christmas Cruise Deals

As one of the UK’s leading luxury cruise specialists, we offer some of the best Christmas cruise deals . Choose from a collection of voyages and take advantage of free cabin upgrades, complimentary onboard credit, and fares, including drinks and WiFi on selected sailings. Furthermore, thanks to our partnership with luxury operators like  Regent Seven Seas Cruises, Silversea Cruises and Seabourn, we can offer discounted fares on various cruises departing through December 2025 and 2026.

In addition to our Christmas deals, we can tailor every aspect of your winter holiday to suit your preferences. Using our international network of hotel suppliers, tour operators, and airlines, we can add optional extras such as extended in-destination stays, bespoke tour experiences, and even little luxuries like chauffeur transfers between your home and the airport. Just ask your Voyage Consultant for details when making your enquiry.

What makes us so special? Our prices are often better than what the operators advertise, and you won’t find this many deals anywhere else. However, due to demand, you’ll find some voyages can sell out up to 18 months in advance, so we’d recommend booking early to ensure you get your desired accommodation on your chosen voyage.

Book your Christmas cruise with us.

If you want to spend Christmas on a cruise, you’ll find our full range of festive itineraries for 2025, 2026 and 2027 below. To learn more or to receive an unbeatable quote for your cruise, call our team at 0800 008 6677 and let your dedicated Voyage Consultant do the rest. Alternatively, please submit an online enquiry for your preferred cruise.

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