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Ideal cruise destination? Share with Holland America Line - £300 voucher to be won! NOW CLOSED

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EllieGransnet (GNHQ) Thu 26-Apr-18 12:15:20

Cruises can be a great way to see the world and visit multiple places in one holiday! Holland America Line would love you to share what your dream cruise destination would be and why you would choose that place.

Here’s what Orlando Ashford President of Holland America Line has to say: “A Holland America Line cruise does so much more than merely take people from one place to the next. It enriches and enlightens us as we discover new places, cultures and people. It brings the world closer together, journey by journey”

Perhaps you have a city halfway across the world that you would love to visit? Maybe you would like to visit a country you’ve never been to before but is a little closer to home? Or do you dream of taking a trip to a small island somewhere?

Whatever your ideal cruise destination share it on the thread below, along with reason why and you’ll be entered into a prize draw where one GNer will win a £300 voucher of their choice (from a list).

Thanks and good luck!
GNHQ

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lemonbuns Mon 07-May-18 21:00:25

I would love Iceland or Norway.

sc00ter Mon 07-May-18 20:18:47

The Mediterranean, mind you anywhere never been on a cruise, on my bucket list.

rainbowvalley Mon 07-May-18 18:43:57

Would love to cruise round the Bahamas

ItsGreatBeingAGran Mon 07-May-18 17:44:08

I've never been on a cruise but would love to see the Norwegian Fjords from on board; the photos I have seen of them are stunning and a sight to behold, this is definitely one of those destinations that's on my bucket list.

caocao Mon 07-May-18 17:13:20

A river cruise in the Douro region of Portugal - with lots of wine tasting along the way!

cagsd Mon 07-May-18 16:59:13

My late mum and her sisters went on a Mediterranean Cruise about 10 years ago, which sounded idyllic! Somewhere different to stop and sightsee every day, no "days on end" at sea, and she got to visit lots of countries that she wouldn't necessarily have gone on a week or two's holiday to. I'd love to do this one day. Plus it was quite informal, which appeals to me too.

hazelangell Mon 07-May-18 16:21:14

Caribbean would be magical, warm weather and plenty of cocktails!

heavensjoys Mon 07-May-18 14:07:47

My husband and I would love to take our 4 grandchildren on a Disney Cruise Line (Summer Fjords) visiting places in Norway that inspired the Disney Frozen film.

They all absolutely adore the Frozen film (and all that goes with it!). When we win the lottery maybe!

dwibley Mon 07-May-18 09:54:03

Antarctica would be cool

cuppatea Mon 07-May-18 09:24:41

I'd love to cruise round the Norwegian fjords as I think the fjords would be spectacular to see, and if the cruise included the northern lights than that would be perfect

lynsmagoo Sun 06-May-18 23:22:23

i would love to go on a cruise to fiji! I think my desire to go to fiji routes back to 1988 when the first episode of red dwarf aired and Lister spoke about his dream of living in fiji. It looks amazing with its beautiful beaches and perfect of snorkelling and scuba diving. dream destination!

kristianjsnooks Sun 06-May-18 22:58:32

The Seychelles - Has always been on my wish list!

Daphne01 Sun 06-May-18 22:46:41

I really like to go to Finland/Iceland to see whales in the Fjords and the Northern Lights. Staying in an igloo would also be fantastic, going back to nature is something I've always wanted to do smile

pinkjj27 Sun 06-May-18 21:10:35

I probably could never afford a cruise now my Husband has gone but but I would love a Northern cruise through Norway to see the Northern lights

mobbskelly Sun 06-May-18 21:07:31

I think my ideal cruise destination would be the Carribean. Just those blue seas and long beaches and the fantastic selection of islands to hop on and hop off just sounds like heaven to me.

Cailin7 Sun 06-May-18 18:22:42

western isles

vonniebab2 Sun 06-May-18 13:49:19

I would love to cruise to the caribbean so many beautiful places to visit and lots of lovely sunshine!

ihateipswich Sun 06-May-18 12:44:38

I have never been on a cruise but would love to try the a cruise around the greek islands

jcyclops Sun 06-May-18 11:25:47

I would really enjoy a Baltic cruise visiting Stockholm, Helsinki, St.Petersburg, Tallin, Riga and possibly taking in Copenhagen as well. A cruise would be ideal for allowing a couple of days at each - enough to get a taste of the place and decide if I wanted to return for a longer stay.

MillieBear Sun 06-May-18 10:23:59

Oh crikey, any time, any place, anywhere as the saying goes. It would be lovely to experience life onboard whatever the destination.

feeona123 Sat 05-May-18 23:39:31

The Caribbean! I would love to visit all of the Islands out there.

cherylann2461 Sat 05-May-18 23:07:09

I would love to do an African cruise or an amazing cruise around the Greek islands

AuntDahlia Sat 05-May-18 22:57:27

The Nile... I spent over ten years lecturing on Nile cruises, and would still jump at the opportunity to go back. The beauty of the landscapes, the glimpses of village life and the magnificence of the ancient monuments make for an incomparable and unforgettable experience. My husband has never been with me, and I would love to share this incredible journey with him.

Blainalass Sat 05-May-18 22:17:21

New Zealand - I think it would be possible to see a lot of this spectacular country by sailing around the coast.

jdixon1 Sat 05-May-18 21:25:17

For me it would be cruising around Australia, it would be amazing to spend some time seeing all the different wonderful coast line.