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We asked some top travel experts to share their favourite cruise pictures from around the world
SO MANY THINGS TO SEE Chris Hackney, MD at Marella Cruises
One picture just doesn’t do justice to the variety and experiences that you get from cruising – so I’ve picked four! You could be sightseeing in Barcelona, learning about ancient Rome, enjoying paella in Cartagena and relaxing on a stunning beach in Corsica – all in one week! It is an experience like no other.
SUNSETS AT SEA Antonio Paradiso, MD at MSC Cruises UK and Ireland
This picture shows a sunset taken from the deck of the MSC Seaview – I love it, because you see the best sunsets at sea, particularly through the Strait of Messina and in the Bahamas. My favourite thing to do is grab a cocktail, sit on the balcony, and watch the beautiful pink skies or the burning orange sun setting over turquoise waters.
UNBEATABLE SCENERY Eamonn Ferrin, VP and MD UK, at NCL Ireland, Middle East and Africa
Looking at this picture of majestic Alaska, you get a real sense of the serene, calm and stunning natural vistas. With both icy fjords that tower over the Pacific Ocean and warm, sultry summers, visitors get to enjoy the best of both worlds. Lucky voyagers may even get to see eagles nesting along coastal forests.
MAGIC OF THE MEKONG David Winterton, Director of Global Brand & Marketing at Emerald Waterways
I love this picture of the Emerald Harmony. Along the Mekong River, travelling through Vietnam and Cambodia, you can see the raw beauty and colourful cultures of these countries, while meeting locals who paint their history for you.
LET US ENTERTAIN YOU Ben Bouldin, VP EMEA at Royal Caribbean International
This photograph, taken onboard Symphony of the Seas, reminds me of a fantastic holiday island-hopping around the Caribbean. The entertainment was unrivalled and an absolute highlight was the jaw-dropping Aqua shows in Symphony’s Aqua Theatre. We loved the synchronised swimmers, acrobats and fearless high divers, who plunged into the deepest pool at sea.