The Big Three: ex-UK cruises from Bristol and Belfast

There are a surprising number of regional ports covering the western reaches of the British Isles, from Belfast to Bristol and Falmouth. There aren’t departures every week, but that’s not to say there isn’t a huge amount of variety in what’s on offer. From cruises to the continent, to sailings north and then even further afield — with some excellent value to be found.

Following on from the publication of Cruise Adviser’s Ex-UK guide 2016, each week we will be running our Big Three feature, which gives you a trio of cruise options to choose from based on regional ports. This week it’s cruises that leave from the west.

To request a copy of Cruise Adviser’s Ex-UK guide email: info@cruise-adviser.com or read it online here.

Line: Fred Olsen Cruise Lines
Departure port: Belfast
Departure date: August 1, 2016
Destination: German canals
Duration: 12 nights
Ship: Boudicca
Single price from: £2,149
Double price from: £1,299 (inside, per person)

Line: Fred Olsen Cruise Lines
Departure port: Falmouth
Departure date: April 12, 2016
Destination: Canaries
Duration: 12 nights
Ship: Boudicca
Single price from: £1,949
Double price from: £1,249 (inside, per person)

Line: Cruise & Maritime Voyages
Departure port: Bristol Avonmouth
Departure date: March 28, 2016
Destination: Azores & Madeira
Duration: 15 nights
Ship: Marco Polo
From: £699 (per person)

Cruise Adviser top tip

If you have clients with mobility issues, call a cruise line’s sales department and ask about getting around the ship. Some lines are far better than others — most also now offer rooms specially designed for less able bodied passengers.

(Main credit: Iker-)