The wonderful flexibility of worldwide cruising means that you can choose to enjoy a sunny climate during the harsh winters at home, and equally a wintery climate during the summer season; or indeed head for tropical climates where sun is guaranteed during summer, and polar climates where snow and ice is all around during winter.

Taking a summer cruise as your main summer holiday is a choice you will not regret. With the vast amount of choice waiting for you on the most luxurious and extravagant cruise lines in the world, the most difficult decision is which cruise to choose!

In the modern era, there are numerous ships sailing the seas, each mentioned here offering spectacular voyages in blissful surroundings. From the traditional highest luxury of the Cunard fleet, to the intimate ultra-luxury of some of the smaller ships sailing for SeaDream and Seabourn, to the exciting atmosphere and superb facilities on P&O Cruises, to the exploration trips offered by Swan Hellenic, there really is a perfect ship and destination for everyone.

During the summer the destination possibilities are almost infinite, with all cruise lines sailing to all their destinations, from the incredibly popular Mediterranean and Caribbean cruises, to something different in Mexican Riviera and cruises to Australia and New Zealand. It is even possible to visit the polar regions during the summer months, when some of the most spectacular scenery can be accessed and viewed from the exploratory ships.