Top 10 Ocean Cruises

1. Ancient myths, ruins and magic. A cruise of the Mediterranean has a lot more to offer than the stunning beaches for which it is famous. Greece and Italy have a wealth of culture and history to be discovered, with ample time for some good old fashioned sun worship.
   
   
2. The Baltic Sea is a lesser known yet spectacularly atmospheric cruise region. Routes take in the coasts of Scandinavia, including cities like Oslo, Copenhagen, Amsterdam and Stockholm. One of the highlights of a cruise here are the turrets and towers of St Petersburg.
   
   
3. Waterfalls hot springs and dramatic scenery. A cruise around Iceland and Greenland promises a magical voyage to a folkloric landscape where lush green valleys stand alongside bubbling lagoons and hot springs. This cruise is all about tranquillity and breathtaking views.
   
   
4. Explore the land of the Mayans with an ocean cruise to Central America and Mexico. A vast and varied landscape awaits, with beauty, history and culture all merging for an unforgettable experience. The landscape varies massively including lacunas, ancient forests, gorgeous beaches, lofty mountains and Mayan ruins tucked in hidden pockets between dense rainforest.
   
   
5. The spice routs and eastern exoticism of the Indian Ocean; a crise vibrant with scent and colour. Marvel at the bustling markets whilst never being far from the white sandy beaches of the west coast. The islands of the Maldives and Seychelles are typical stopovers, where palm fringed beaches and exotic exuberance await; a real castaway's paradise.
   
   
6. Transport yourself back to Darwin's era of discovery. A cruise round the Galapagos islands off the coast of Ecuador is a voyage into a lost world. Some of the most magnificent animals on the planet are found there, including giant turtles and marine iguanas. The Galapagos Islands have the charm of an untouched world in which a plethora of colourful wildlife rule.
   
   
7. At four is the Canary Islands, a justifiably popular cruise destination blending tranquil island life with hidden coves and classic holiday heat.
   
   
8. Lands of pirates and buried gold, the Caribbean's history adds to its appeal just as much as its world class beaches. This cruise is all about sun, sea and indulgence, but also incorporates a vibrant culture and culinary tradition. Cruise between the islands including the Bahamas, Jamaica and the Dominican Republic.
   
   
9. Behold the beauty experienced by the first pilgrims bound for America when they came upon the shores of New England in the 1600's. This historic region of the USA is packed full of picturesque views, arguably the most beautiful region of North America. Autumn visitors get the chance to see New England in all its beautiful glory, the landscape ignited by coppers and golds like nowhere else in the world.
   
   
10. Follow in the footsteps of the gold pioneers on a cruise through the sublime archipelago of Alaska . This journey takes you through a pristine wilderness with seas populated by whales, sea lions and dolphins. Take in the glaciers, fjords and forests which remain as breathtakingly wild as in the gold rush years.