Cruise from the UK with P&O Cruises, Thomson Cruises & other Cruise Lines

Not everyone wants to get on a plane in order to go on holiday - but that doesn't mean you can't escape the British weather or see some of the world's most amazing sights. Hays Travel have a huge choice of cruises departing the UK, meaning you can set sail on a magnificent adventure without even having to go the airport.

Hays are the UK's largest independently-owned travel agency and their website is packed with exclusive discounts and deals from all the major cruise lines, including plenty that leave the UK.

P&O Cruises are offering more sailings from Southampton than ever. With seven state of the art "superliners" including child-friendly and adults-only ships, P&O cruises offer contemporary holiday experience with exceptional level of service and things to do. With gyms, breathtaking entertainment and celebrity chef restaurants on board, P&O's modern ships offer everything you need for an unforgettable holiday. Then there are the cabins; comfortable and well furnished, they even come with Egyptian cotton sheets. Cruising is incredible value for money, with all meals and entertainment included in the cost of the holiday - and the deals that Hays Travel offer on P &O cruises make them even more affordable.

P&O cruises call in at an incredible 270 destinations all around the world, meaning you can visit almost anywhere from Southampton. If you've never cruised before and would like a taste of life on board a P&O ship, look out for Hays Travel's deals on short taster cruises to Europe; the perfect opportunity to sample P&O cruises. If you're ready for the epic adventure of a lifetime, P&O Cruises' worldwide itineraries offer the chance to sail as far as Australia from Southampton, calling in at fascinating ports in Egypt, Japan, Malaysia, South Africa, Spain and many more countries.

Hays Travel can arrange coach transport to or parking at Southampton port for those who don't live nearby.

But what if you want to sail from up north? That's not a problem with Hays Travel's choice of cruise deals departing Newcastle. Whether you're looking for a short break to Amsterdam or a Christmas shopping trip to Bruges, Hays Travel can arrange for you to sail from Newcastle. And if you're looking to go further afield, new Newcastle departures from Thomson Cruises could be just the ticket. With laid back ships, friendly service and delicious food, Thomson Cruises are perfect for those who have never cruised before. What's more, Thomson cruises are incredible value for money, with Hays Travel offering big savings on 2012 Thomson cruises and all tips included as standard. Book now and pay off your cruise in instalments - and don't miss Thomson Cruises' upgrades to all inclusive: Ideal if you'd like the benefits of an all inclusive drinks package that's available at some hotels.

In 2012, Thomson cruises from Newcastle include itineraries that cover the Baltic cities and Iceland and the Polar Regions. Elsewhere, Thomson Cruises' Harwich departures visit some of the most beautiful places in the British Isles.