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10 best luxury cruise ships

The moment you step aboard a luxury cruise ship, a hostess is at your arm proffering a glass of bubbly -- this is the life! First-class, personalized service is just one of the hallmarks of luxury lines. You can also expect exotic itineraries, fine wines, gourmet cuisine and more. Check out 10 of the best luxury ships you can sail.

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In this week's news...

Uniworld is expecting a huge uptick in enquiries this weekend as the third episode of hit Channel 5 TV Series "Cruising with Jane McDonald" is broadcast. Plus, see more top cruise stories in this week's news.

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Top 10 no fly cruises from the UK

Sail away on a cruise holiday without the hassle of having to fly to your departure port. There are plenty of great cruises that leave from ports right here in the UK -- check out our 10 favourite.

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Ship spotlight: Saga Pearl II

A minnow compared with the size of many of today's mega-ships, Saga Pearl II offers stress-free traditional-style cruising for the over 50s and is a very elegant-looking vessel with its teak decks and polished rails.

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Port profile: Genoa

Genoa has a rich history dating back to ancient times, but it's probably best known for Christopher Columbus, its most famous native celebrity. Typically serving as a port of embarkation, it isn't often given high priority as a shore excursion. Our best advice? Enjoy a day here pre- or post-cruise. It's worth it -- see why.

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5 best suites on British cruises

When only the best will do there's a clutch of palatial suites on ships sailing from British waters that are perfect for style-junkies and traditionalists alike. If you've decided to splurge on a lavish pad, make sure it's one of these best suites at sea.

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