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A place of fabled tales where rolling forests give way to chic cities, the Baltic region is a celebration of Nordic culture, castles and cutting-edge design. Discover bustling traditional food markets like Riga Central Market and explore the winding lanes of Tallinn’s picturesque Old Town.

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10 of the best no-fly cruises

Skip the airport queues with this selection of sailings that leave from ports you can reach by car, coach or train.

L ooking for a holiday to remember but put off by the chaos of the airport? A no-fly cruise could be just the thing for you. These trips let you travel to stunning beaches, amble around medieval towns and see the northern lights without setting foot on a plane. Whether you dream of sunning yourself in the Med, cycling in the Netherlands or visiting Monet’s lily pond, there’s plenty to do even before you look at the activities onboard.

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1. Iceland via Ireland, from Southampton

There are vast contrasts on this voyage from Southampton on the smart Celebrity Silhouette. One day you’ll be admiring the rolling countryside of Ireland and the next gazing at the vistas, waterfalls and volcanic scenery around Akureyri and Reykjavik in Iceland . The ship has a gorgeous spa, a lawn on the upper deck for boules, croquet or a picnic, and 12 places to eat — so you can dine somewhere different each night of the trip.

Details Eleven nights’ all-inclusive from £1,183pp, including drinks, tips and wi-fi, departing on August 29, 2023

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2. France, from Bordeaux

Make your own way to elegant Bordeaux for this voyage on Uniworld’s lavish SS Bon Voyage, with parking at the port included. The cruise explores the bucolic wine regions of the Médoc with some interesting diversions, including village tours, a Bordeaux heritage walking tour, the farmers’ market in Libourne and tastings galore, of course. There’s an infinity pool on deck if the summer heat becomes too intense.

Details Seven nights’ all-inclusive from £1,999pp, including all drinks, tips and excursions, departing on August 20, 2023. Drive to Bordeaux

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3. Scottish Highlands and Inner Hebrides, from Oban

Look out for red deer, eagles, otters and other wildlife on this potter through the starkly beautiful western Highlands and Inner Hebrides, from Oban. Your home is the MV Hjalmar Bjorge, which sleeps just 12. Activities include wildlife spotting on the Isle of Mull, with guided excursions provided by Skyefari. From there, depending on the weather and sea conditions, you’ll stop at Tayvallich to see otters or drop anchor in the quiet lochs of Hourn and Nevis.

Details Six nights’ full board from £1,860pp, including activities, departing on October 2, 2023. Take a train to Inverness

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4. The Rhine, from Basel

Drift through the steep-sided Rhine Gorge, offering some of Germany ’s most enchanting scenery, on a voyage from Basel to Amsterdam aboard the Amadeus Imperial. You’ll have a day in Strasbourg to sample the local classic of an Alsace white with a thin-crust tarte flambée. Other highlights include the wine-growing village of Rüdesheim, deep in the gorge; Roman-era Koblenz; and Cochem, guarded by the turreted Reichsburg Castle.

Details Seven nights’ full board from £1,689pp, including drinks with meals and train travel, departing on June 8, 2023

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5. The Netherlands and Belgium, from Amsterdam

Explore the network of waterways that criss-cross the countryside of the Netherlands and Belgium on the sleek riverboat AmaCerto. You’ll see the parade of old windmills that line the canal bank at Kinderdijk, and have days in Amsterdam and Brussels . The ship has a fleet of bicycles for exploring the conveniently flat countryside, which may be a welcome activity after all the beer and chocolate tastings.

Details Seven nights’ full board from £2,961pp, including drinks with meals, and excursions, departing on June 20, 2023

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6. The Mediterranean, from Tilbury

Follow the sun south as the days begin to shorten in October. This 32-night epic on Ambassador Cruise Line’s comfortable Ambience whisks you from Tilbury to the furthest eastern reaches of the Mediterranean, visiting Istanbul , Haifa (for Jerusalem) and Alexandria, the jumping-off point for Cairo. Other stops include Athens , Naples , Lisbon and Gibraltar . There is a pub, elegant lounges and an Indian fusion restaurant aboard.

Details Thirty-two nights’ full board from £2,199pp, departing on October 16, 2023

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7. The Seine, from Paris

Most cruises on the Seine last a week, but this voyage on the sumptuous Scenic Gem gives you 11 days, including overnights in Rouen and Paris . You’ll see the Somme battlefields and the port of Honfleur, the beauty of which inspired numerous impressionists. Marvel at Monet’s lily pond and take in a classical concert at Château de la Roche-Guyon, a medieval castle carved into an alabaster rock face. Return rail fares from London to Paris are included, too.

Details Ten nights’ all-inclusive from £4,045pp including drinks, tips, activities and rail travel from London, departing on August 7, 2023

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8. The Canary Islands, from Southampton

Board the adult-only Aurora in December to soak up some sun before Christmas. You’ll sail round-trip from Southampton, visiting Madeira , Tenerife , Lanzarote , Vigo and Lisbon . On board there’s masses going on; some of the best venues include Olly Smith’s wine bar, the Glass House, and the sumptuous Oasis spa.

Details Sixteen nights’ full board from £1,299pp, departing on December 1, 2023

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9. Scotland, Norway and Iceland, from Southampton

Explore Norway’s fjord-indented coast and Iceland’s rugged terrain in unfettered luxury on the 596-passenger Silver Shadow, a ship where everything from a home pick-up to free-flowing champagne is included. You’ll sail round-trip from Southampton, with stops in Newcastle and Edinburgh before heading on to Norway and Iceland . Other stops include Bergen, art deco Alesund, whale watching capital Husavilk and Reykjavik .

Details Fourteen nights’ all-inclusive from £7,300pp, including home pick-up, drinks, tips, wi-fi and some excursions, departing on June 21, 2023

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10. Mediterranean for the family, from Southampton

Take the kids on Royal Caribbean’s fabulously family-friendly Anthem of the Seas for a Mediterranean adventure which departs during the school holidays. You’ll sail round-trip from Southampton, visiting destinations including Cadiz, Malaga, Valencia , Palma de Mallorca, Barcelona , Ibiza and Lisbon, each offering the chance for lazy days at the beach, plus museums, galleries and tapas bars galore. On-board thrills include bumper cars, rollerskating and a skydiving simulator.

Details Fourteen nights’ full board from £1,567pp, departing on August 11, 2024

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No-fly cruises from the UK go to a huge selection of destinations around the world, everything from  relaxing cruises , Mediterranean cruises including  Greek Island Cruises , and as far-flung as Denmark and  Canada .

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Many people believe that you first need to fly abroad to set off on a luxury cruise or sail to an exotic destination, but thanks to the UK’s convenient location, you can keep your feet firmly on the ground.

Leaving directly from ports around the UK, No Fly Cruises are a popular choice for cruise-goers who prefer their holidays as hassle-free as possible.

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We offer No Fly cruises from a selection of UK ports, with deals on No Fly Cruises from Southampton or Dover. This allows our customers to travel in comfort to a port near home, before easily embarking on their next cruise holiday.

Cruise Nation’s No Fly Cruise Deals are some of the most competitive on the market, and can see you sailing directly from the UK to sun-soaked destinations including the Mediterranean and the Canary Islands, as well as the beautiful landscapes of the Baltics and the Norwegian Fjords.

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There are a variety of different reasons why some of our customers prefer to book a No Fly Cruise over one that requires air travel. For some, the hassle and stress of airports – from spending hours in departures to being restricted on how much baggage they can bring – takes all of the joy out of travelling, whilst for others, a genuine fear of flying might stop them from booking a cruise with airfare included.

When you choose a No Fly Cruise from Cruise Nation, all you need to do is make your way to your chosen port. You can bring as much luggage as you like, with no restrictions on baggage weight or contents. From the moment you step onboard, your holiday can begin, with no queuing or delays.

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Sailing from the United Kingdom can make your cruise holiday hassle-free. No worrying about long airport queues or weight limits, no long journey before you have to start your trip and you only have to unpack once to explore the world.

At Ambassador Cruise Line, our cruise holidays depart from one of seven regional ports around the UK, with the London International Cruise Terminal in Tilbury being our base port. All of the ports we choose to sail from are easily accessed and are spread out around the UK so whether you live in John O’Groats or Land’s End, you’ll not have to travel too far to start your getaway.

A no-fly cruise holiday with Ambassador Cruise Line is like no other. Enjoy an authentic cruise experience on board a traditional ship with contemporary twists. Enjoy an incredible list of destinations around the world and the ever-changing view from your stateroom window. There really is nothing like that sense of exploration and discovery. Even on sea days, we have plenty onboard to keep you upbeat with a range of amazing dining options and entertainment, as well as more on our selection of themed cruises .

Where else can you find a holiday where you visit destinations around the world and your hotel moves with you? With a no-fly cruise, you have no packing, no hassle, and no worries, it’s truly stress-free.

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You might think that opting for a no-fly cruise from the UK means you are limited on destination options but that would be wrong. We focus on offering the best in itineraries and have a range of amazing holidays on offer to places you wouldn’t expect to visit from the UK.

To start, you can of course explore the very best Europe has to offer, from a cruise around the British Isles showcasing the best of the ‘local’ area to our selection of sun-kissed Mediterranean cruises . What’s more, if it’s amazing landscapes you are looking for, why not sign-up for a Norwegian Fjords cruise ? Thanks to our keen focus on the environment, our ships are able to cruise through the World Heritage Fjords thanks to their modest transmission levels.

Want to explore somewhere further afield? Cross the Atlantic and explore the Great White North on our Canada cruises from the UK, which often include visits to Iceland and Greenland on route – perfect for an arctic explorer. For something warmer, why not visit Cuba or the Canary Islands ? The ideal destinations for some winter sun .

For the ultimate adventure and a once-in-a-lifetime experience, why not consider a world cruise ? Spend over 100 nights exploring the globe from Mombasa to Melbourne and from Bridgetown to Brazil, there is no stone left unturned. If the full journey isn’t for you, why not join us for a sector of the cruise? Depart from the UK on a New Zealand cruise to Auckland, alternatively, take an Australia cruise to Sydney , enjoy a South Africa cruise to Cape Town or go east on a cruise to Singapore .

What type of cruises do Ambassador offer?

As the new kid on the block when it comes to British cruising, we know that all eyes are on us to find out what type of cruise line we are and what we can offer that’s different to everything else that’s already out there. Our focus is on offering the very best of cruising traditions with a modern twist, making our cruise ships feel like your home away from home.

As well as offering cruises to a wide range of amazing cruise destinations , we also have some brilliant types of cruises on our roster. Looking to indulge in a passion whilst at sea? Our themed cruises are great for meeting like minds and expanding your knowledge, and with themes including cricketing legends to Cirque at Sea, the options are vast.

We are primarily an adult-only cruise line, but we understand that cruising can offer an amazing family holiday where both little ones and grown-ups can enjoy everything that’s on offer. We offer a selection of multi-generational cruises which are perfect for a whole family getaway with no airport stress!

Finally, our ORCA cruises . We are passionate about the world’s oceans and marine life and understand it’s our place to lead by example, and our partnership with ORCA is one small part of our approach to being as suitable and ethical as possible. Aboard our ORCA cruises, not only can guests learn from experienced speakers about the sea life our world enjoys, but these Ocean Conservationists can also collect scientific data on the way.

Where can you depart from on a no-fly cruise from the UK?

We currently have seven regional ports all around the UK where you can start your Ambassador cruise holiday, these are: Belfast, Bristol, Dundee, Falmouth, Liverpool, London Tilbury and Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Although London Tilbury is our home port, you can still find a great range of cruises from elsewhere in the UK meaning you don’t need to travel far for an amazing cruise experience. If you know which port you’d like to cruise from, select it above to see which cruises depart near you.

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When Chanel Sims graduated college, her mom rewarded her achievement by treating her daughter to a trip with Carnival Cruise Line .

But the July 2022 sailing – shortly after her graduation in May – didn’t leave Sims much time to get a key travel document: her passport.

Sims, now 24, had never gotten one. She tried once before to study abroad but was dissuaded by long wait times , and traveling internationally for fun wasn’t on her radar.

“I was a broke college student. I wasn’t going anywhere,” said Sims, who lives in Los Angeles and works for a life insurance agency.

Luckily for her, there was an alternative: She sailed with her family from Miami to the Bahamas, Turks and Caicos and back with just her photo ID and birth certificate.

In many cases, travelers can sail without a passport on round-trip voyages from the U.S. Here’s what to know.

What is a closed-loop cruise?

Closed-loop cruises are those that start and end at the same U.S. port and travel within the Western Hemisphere.

U.S. citizens booked on those sailings can leave and enter the country with proof of citizenship such as a birth certificate and – if 16 or older – a government-issued photo ID, according to U.S. Customs and Border Protection .

They can also use an enhanced driver’s license , which denotes both proofs of identity and citizenship, though those are available only in Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Vermont and Washington for now. Travelers can reenter the country from Canada, the Caribbean and Mexico with an EDL, but the documents are valid for border crossings only by sea or land.

Travelers under 16 can show an “original, notarized or certified copy of his or her birth certificate, a Consular Report of Birth Abroad issued by Department of State, (DOS) and/or Certificate of Naturalization issued by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS),” according to Customs and Border Protection’s website.

Cruise lines may require you to have a passport anyway, however.

Regent Seven Seas Cruises, for example, requires passports for all voyages no matter the ports of call or countries visited, and destinations may call for them as well.

Carnival, which Sims sailed with, allows U.S. citizens to sail without a passport on qualifying cruises but "highly recommends that all guests travel with a passport valid for at least six months beyond completion of travel," according to its website .

How do I know if I can sail without a passport?

Cruise lines typically provide guidance for travelers on the requirements of their sailing, according to Drew Daly, senior vice president and general manager of travel agency franchise Dream Vacations. A travel adviser can also help fill in any blanks.

Cruising without a passport can be risky, though. The State Department encourages having one "in case of an emergency, such as an unexpected medical air evacuation or the ship docking at an alternate port," according to its website .

If travelers get stuck at a port of call, there will be “a lot of red tape you have to get through” to make it home without one, Daly said.

In those cases, they should contact the U.S. Embassy and local immigration authorities, he said. Daly also recommended taking a photo of your government IDs, which can be helpful backups when dealing with officials.

A travel adviser can hold travelers’ hands through the process, though Daly noted “it’s not something that happens a lot.”

Sims, for her part, was able to easily get off the ship at ports like Nassau with just her Sail & Sign card, she said, which acts as both a room key and means of charging items to your onboard account. After showing her birth certificate and photo ID during the initial boarding process, she kept them in a suitcase.

There are other advantages to having a passport. For instance, the document gives travelers who don't board their cruise in time more flexibility to meet the ship at its next stop. “You can’t fly to Mexico without a passport,” Daly said.

Routine processing of passports currently takes between 10 and 13 weeks, and seven to nine weeks for expedited service, according to the State Department . But most travelers who book with Dream Vacations plan their cruises at least six months out, according to Daly, which should give them plenty of time to get one: “So, we still highly encourage that.”

Nathan Diller is a consumer travel reporter for USA TODAY based in Nashville. You can reach him at [email protected] .