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Choose Cruise ExpertTransatlantic Cruises
Be it the Americas to Europe or Europe to the Americas, it will be the journey of a lifetime full of majestic landscapes and relaxing days at sea.
Cruise Offers for Transatlantic
Travel Tips for Transatlantic
Rediscover the romance of a classic Transatlantic cruise. A transatlantic cruise offers you the chance to relax and unwind with anything between 6-8 days at sea at a time:
- Admire the spectacular views of the ocean or the landscapes passing by
- Hang out by the onboard pool(s) with a delicious cocktail in hand
- Get some well-deserved R&R at the onboard Spa
- Learn something new at one of the numerous classes offered on board
- Enjoy the spectacular shows, movies and other onboard entertainment events
- Explore the menus of all onboard restaurants
Transatlantic crossings are historically synonymous with exploration and emigration. However, today a transatlantic cruise is something of a luxury sailing with long days at sea.
Voyages across the Atlantic often conjure up images of uncertainty and nostalgia, with the first Transatlantic Crossing taking place prior to the 19th Century. Examples of some famous transatlantic liners engrained in maritime history include:
- RMS Lusitania
- RMS Mauretania
- RMS Queen Elizabeth 2
- RMS Queen Mary 2
Most Popular Destinations
Today’s Transatlantic cruises incorporate the classical sail ideals of elegant cruising and sophistication, along with top-class amenities and entertainment for days at sea. A transatlantic cruise makes innovative travel possible by combining journeys to/from:
- The Mediterranean
- Northern Europe
- The Americas
This unforgettable experience enables you to discover a wide range of fantastic destinations, with cities such as:
- Amsterdam
- Barcelona
- Civitavecchia (Rome)
- Copenhagen
- Fort Lauderdale
- New York
Cruise Lines
Transatlantic cruises are extremely popular and are, therefore, offered by a great number of cruise lines:
- MSC Cruises offer a fantastic range of cruises sailing between Europe and the Americas, starting and ending in:
- Spain
- Portugal
- Argentina
- Brazil
- USA
- Cunard is, historically, one of the most famous cruise lines doing Transatlantic sailings. These vary in duration, starting from 6-8 nights and ending with over 40.
- Oceania will sail you across the Atlantic in blissful luxury with everything included – which isn’t bad at all for those days at sea.
- Princess Cruises’ beautiful ships have exciting itineraries that will sail you from/to the following destinations:
- Italy
- Denmark
- UK
- USA
The Best Time to Travel
If you are not into stormy weather, avoid cruising across the Atlantic Ocean between November and April at all costs – rough seas are almost guaranteed at that time.
Book for the months of June through August. Tropical storms and hurricanes are still possible, but are much less likely to be as strong.
Harbours for Transatlantic
+61Expert tips for cruising the Transatlantic
The connecting force between Europe and America comes in the form of the Transatlantic voyage. For centuries, this route was used as a means of transportation and trade between the two continents and to this day still is. Cunard, Royal Caribbean and others all have Transatlantic cruises throughout the year. These cruises typically last around two weeks and you can also package a return flight with your cruise .