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They say home is where the heart is so why not embrace the wonders of our gorgeous archipelago? On this Ambassador cruise, you’ll uncover the best of Scotland and Ireland’s coast as you take in some of Britain’s loveliest isles while making the most of slashed prices in the Ambassador sale.

In Scotland, highlights include Stornoway (don’t miss the impressive Victorian-era building Lews Castle and its delightful grounds, while the harbour and town centre are lovely to walk around) and Portree (visit iconic rock formation the Old Man of Storr, the Isle of Skye Brewery and the colourful harbour).

Over in Ireland, your Ambassador ship calls at Galway (check out the 16th century Spanish Arch, Galway Cathedral – one of the largest churches in Ireland – and the Galway City Museum) and Foynes, a key hub of aviation during World War II and the birthplace of the famous Irish coffee, a warming cocktail made with coffee, whiskey and cream, among other stops.

When: August 28, 2024

Duration: 12 nights

Where: Newcastle, UK | Dundee, UK | Kirkwall, Orkney Islands, UK | Lerwick, Shetland Isles, UK | Holyhead, Isle of Anglesey, UK | Cobh for Cork | St Mary’s, Isles of Scilly, UK | St. Peter Port, Guernsey, Channel Islands | Portsmouth, UK | Newcastle, UK

Ship: Ambition

Price: From 999pp – save up to 36% off full fares

This two-week adventure journeys through France and Northern Spain, showcasing beloved holiday hotspots in a new light, and benefits from a fabulous cut price thanks to the Ambassador sale.

Highlights of the Ambassador cruise include the walled medieval town of Santiago de Compostela, said to be the burial site of St. James. Do pop by the iconic cathedral, the Monastery of San Martiño Pinario (which houses a museum with a collection of religious art and artefacts) and indoor food market Mercado de Abastos. Wander around Alameda Park for city views and mooch around the old town to get up close to the city’s charming streets, plazas and traditional architecture.

Another significant port of call is Bilbao where top sights include the Guggenheim Museum (explore exhibitions featuring contemporary art and learn about the museum’s history) and the Old Town.

This historic area of Bilbao is full of charming streets, traditional buildings and a lively atmosphere where visitors can admire the architecture, shop and try some pintxos (local tapas) in one of the many bars. Ribera Market is a also great place to experience the local food culture, while strolling the beautiful promenade along the Nervion River will open up great views of the city.

When: September 17, 2024

Duration: 14 nights

Where: Dundee, UK | Cherbourg, France | La Coruna, for Santiago de Compostela, Spain | Gijon, Spain | Getxo, for Bilbao, Spain | Le Verdon, for Bordeaux, France | Lorient, France | St. Peter Port, Guernsey, Channel Islands | Honfleur, France | Newcastle Tyne, UK | Dundee, UK

Ship: Ambition

Price: From £1,059pp – save up to 40% off full fares

This longer of the two D-Day cruises begins in Portsmouth which has great historical significance; the British port was the main departure point for military and naval units as they ventured forth to Sword Beach in Normandy in 1944.

Just like those brave troops, Ambassador guests will sail towards the French beaches and anchor just off them before visiting the charming fishing town of Honfleur.

Check out the Vieux Bassin (the old harbour of the city) and Sainte Catherine Church (the largest wooden church in France) and be sure to wander around Honfleur’s charming cobblestone streets, stopping to fuel up on such local specialities as moules marinières (mussels in white wine) or fish soup.

Your Ambassador cruise ship will go on to call at a number of important British islands, including the Isles of Scilly. Here you’ll stop at St. Mary’s where highlights comprise Star Castle, Peninnis Lighthouse and a beautiful coastline, perfect for hiking as well as watersports.

Other stops include the Isle of Anglesey in Wales, and the Orkney Isles (the largest town here, Kirkwall, is brimming with Viking history) off Scotland’s north coast, as well as Ireland’s Cobh for vibrant Cork.

Highlights in the Irish city include the covered food market The English Market, the prison-turned-museum Cork City Gaol and, perhaps more unusually, the Cork Butter Museum. Be sure to enjoy a pint of Guinness in a local pub too!

When: June 4, 2024

Duration: 13 nights

Where: London Tilbury, UK | Portsmouth, UK | Honfleur, France | St. Peter Port, Guernsey, Channel Islands, UK | St. Mary’s, Isles of Scilly, UK | Cobh, for Cork, Ireland | Holyhead, Isle of Anglesey, UK | Tobermory, Isle of Mull | Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, UK | Kirkwall, Orkney Isles | London Tilbury, UK

Ship: Ambience

Price: From £1,149pp – save up to 39% off full fares

This shorter D-Day Ambassador cruise begins in Guernsey’s St. Peter Port and sails to Le Havre, a UNESCO-listed city in Normandy that was almost completely rebuilt after the Second World War when it was extensively bombed. Don’t miss The Perret district famous for its post-World War II architecture.

During your time in the French port also consider calling at the MuMa (Musée d’art moderne André Malraux) – a museum dedicated to modern art, with a large collection of Impressionist works – and Maison de l’Armateur, an 18th-century shipowner’s house that’s been restored and turned into a museum. Le Havre’s long sandy beach is also perfect for a leisurely walk.

There will be ample opportunity to learn all about the history of the region and reflect on the significance of an operation as your Ambassador ship anchors off the Normandy Beaches.

When: June 2, 2024

Duration: 6 nights

Where: Bristol Royal Portbury, UK | St. Peter Port, Guernsey, Channel Islands, UK | Le Havre, France | St. Mary’s, Isles of Scilly, UK | Bristol Royal Portbury, UK

Ship: Ambition

Price: From £599pp – save up to 33% off full fares

Prepare to block out your calendar, this 39-night transatlantic cruise is the ultimate Caribbean exploration.

Sailing via Madeira, your first Caribbean stop is the subtropical paradise of Bermuda, famous for its pink sand beaches, clear waters and colourful colonial buildings.

For culture visit the Royal Naval Dockyard and the town of St. George – the latter is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with a charming colonial town centre and historic landmarks such as St. Peter’s Church and the State House.

For nature’s bounty, go snorkelling or diving – Bermuda is surrounded by beautiful coral reefs and shipwrecks that are perfect for marine exploration.

You’ll then cruise on to Road Town in Tortola, the largest of the British Virgin Islands (laze on beautiful beaches, visit rum distilleries, try sailing or amble around the city’s Botanic Gardens) and Philipsburg in St. Maarten, before venturing to the Dominican Republic’s buzzy capital of Santo Domingo.

Next up is Mexico’s Cozumel, known for its rich marine life, then George Town on Grand Cayman and finally Jamaica’s lively Montego Bay.

There’s plenty of fun out on the water to be had here, river rafting on the Martha Brae River or taking a sunset catamaran cruise are both popular options but if you’d rather admire the big blue from afar, head to Doctor’s Cave Beach known for its crystal-clear waters and white sand. Inland, take a tour of Rose Hall Great House, a historic plantation mansion said to be haunted by the ghost of a former owner.

When: January 5, 2025

Duration: 39 nights

Where: London Tilbury, UK | Funchal, Madeira | King’s Wharf, Bermuda | Philipsburg, Sint Maarten | Road Town, Tortola, BVI | Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic | Cozumel, Mexico | Costa Maya, Mexico | George Town, Cayman Islands | Montego Bay, Jamaica | Ponta Delgada, Azores | London Tilbury, UK

Ship: Ambience

Price: From £2,599pp – save up to 34% off full fares