The Advantages of No-Fly Cruising with Ambassador Cruise Line
Date Posted: 09/02/2024
Welcome to no-fly cruising with Ambassador Cruise Line - journeying to new lands to explore their landscape, culture, and cuisine, in a stylish, environmentally conscious ship, is the essence of the company.
No-fly cruising from the UK
Sailing from the UK 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 destinations around the world as your hotel moves with you!
At Ambassador Cruise Line, their cruise holidays depart from one of eight regional ports around the UK, with the London International Cruise Terminal in Tilbury being their base port. All of the ports they 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.
Ambassador Cruise Line’s no-fly cruise holidays are like no other. Enjoy an authentic cruise experience aboard a traditional ship with contemporary twists and witness a list of worldwide destinations and the ever-changing view from your stateroom window. Even sea days offer you plenty to keep you upbeat with amazing dining options and entertainment, while themed cruises present even more.
Where can I cruise to from the UK?
You might think that opting for a no-fly cruise from the UK means you’re limited on destination options but that’s not the case. Ambassador focus on offering the best in itineraries and have a range of amazing holidays available to places you wouldn’t expect to visit from the UK.
You can explore the very best of Europe - from a cruise around the British Isles and sun-kissed Mediterranean cruises to amazing landscapes on a Norwegian Fjords cruise. If you want to explore further afield; discover sun-soaked bliss and tropical adventures in the islands of the Caribbean and soak up Cuba’s retro city glory in Havana.
What type of cruises do Ambassador offer?
Ambassador’s focus is on offering the very best of cruising traditions with a modern twist, making their cruise ships feel like your home away from home. They offer cruises to a wide range of amazing destinations and you can also indulge in a passion whilst at sea on themed cruises in the company of like-minded guests with themes such as cricketing legends to Cirque at Sea.
Although they are primarily an adult-only cruise line, they also host multi-generational cruises which are perfect for a whole family getaway! They’re also passionate about the world’s oceans and marine life and aim to lead by example with their ORCA cruises; where you can learn from experienced speakers about the sea life; while the Ocean Conservationists also collect scientific data on the way.
Where can you depart from on a no-fly cruise from the UK?
Ambassador currently have eight regional ports all around the UK where you can start your cruise holiday, these are: Belfast, Bristol, Dundee, Edinburgh, Falmouth, Liverpool, London Tilbury, and Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Although London Tilbury is their 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.
What about the ships?
Ambassador has two ships for you to choose from Ambience and Ambition.
Ambience offers 789 cabins to cater for up to 1400 guests and the on-board facilities comprise: dining venues such as Buckingham Restaurant, VIP Chef’s Table, Saffron, Sea & Grass, and Alfresco Grill; 11 different lounges and bars including Raffles Bar, Botanical Lounge, Observatory, SW19 and The Purple Turtle Pub; entertainment venues such as the multi-tiered The Palladium and the stylish Observatory; three-decked Centre Court home to Dicken's, SW19, Ambassador Casino, shopping galleria, photo gallery, Reception, shore excursions, and future cruises; Coffee House, Aces & Eights bridge and card room, Kapoor's Crafters Studio, Bronte's Library, Active Studio, gym, and Wellness Spa.
Ambition offers 680 cabins to cater for up to 1200 guests and the on-board facilities comprise: dining venues such as Buckingham Restaurant, Holyrood Restaurant, Borough Market, Lupino’s, Saffron, Chef’s Table, and Alfresco Grill; lounges and bars including the Cavern, Clifton Lounge, Pool Bar, Consulate Bar, The Angel Bar, Penndennis Bar, and The Purple Turtle Wine Bar; entertainment venues such as The Palladium and Grafton Street; and also No.10 Conference Room, Aces & Eights, Bronte’s Library, the shopping galleria, fitness centre, exterior jogging and walking track, swimming pool, splash pool, and active pool; and Green Sea Spa with its sauna, steam room, hair salon, and spa treatments.