SPECIAL OCCASIONS

Celebrate a special moment in a way that you will never forget and always remember.

Why not let www.cruisingholiday.co.uk make your special occasion extra special by letting us assist you in designing every minute of your celebration.

Life's special moments are cause for celebration. What better way to commemorate a wedding, honeymoon, reunion, birthday, graduation, anniversary or milestone event than onboard a cruise. With distinctive pleasures to make your celebration even more memorable, a cruise is the perfect setting for your special occasion

WEDDING

You want your first moments together to be memorable its all about being a celebration of togetherness. Pick a destination of your choice or Cruising Holiday will help you pick the perfect location. Whether it's a stunning cliff-top wedding or an idyllic beach location or an elegant affair onboard a luxurious cruise liner . At Cruising Holiday we will attend to every details so you can concentrate together on the things that matter to you both.

If you prefer you can have you wedding ceremony performed at sea by the captain.

If you choose not to have the hassle of a planning a formal sit down dinner for large numbers there' is good news for couples Many cruise lines now offer a variety of services to help you plan a shipboard or shoreside ceremony, which, of course, will be combined with a romantic cruise honeymoon.

We work together with the following cruise lines who offer the best cruise options for weddings

PRINCESS CRUISES

Why? Princess is a prime choice because, of all the lines offering shipboard wedding options, it provides the best combination of features, services and facilities. Princess' Weddings at Sea packages are available on all ships, and most ships have dedicated wedding chapels. CELEBRITY /AZAMARA CLUB CRUISES

Why? When Celebrity re-registered almost all of its ships in Malta, it became one of just two lines (Princess is the other) that can legally marry couples at sea. You can tie the knot on all of its ships (except Xpedition), as well as aboard Azamara's two ships.

CARNIVAL

Why? Carnival appeals to younger couples with its spirited ships and more affordable wedding package prices. Carnival Spirit, Carnival Pride ,Carnival Legend and Carnival Miracle have onboard chapels, though you can buy Carnival's wedding packages on any of the ships in the fleet.

NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINES

Why? NCL offers a vast array of options, which can turn basic packages into full-blown extravaganzas, and their ships feature a wide range of restaurants with easily available romantic dining for two.

ROYAL CARIBBEAN INTERNATIONAL

Why? Royal Caribbean's program rivals NCL's in terms of variety, with one extra: Its coordinators will arrange shoreside ceremonies at various ports of call. Royal Caribbean is also the first line to offer adventurous shipboard and destination weddings through a subprogram, Explorer Weddings. And, with Royal Caribbean's newest ships, there are cooler onboard sites for ceremonies.

P&O CRUISES

Why? Not all of P&O's ships cater to the same type of clientele Arcadia and Artemis are child-free. The line's food and wine offerings have been revamped over the past two years, elevating the cuisine selections.

HOLLAND AMERICA

Why? Holland America offers a variety of ships and itineraries worldwide, extra amenities when a minimum number of staterooms is booked and cool in-port offerings like on-site ceremonies at a glacier in Juneau. A focus on high-end culinary concepts appeals to food-focused guests, and a sophisticated clientele appeals to older couples. Almost all of Holland America's ships have dedicated chapels

Planning a cruise wedding is really easy contact our Cruise Experts and an in house wedding - coordinators will begin arranging the ceremony, menu, cake, flowers and music. Some will even help you to obtain wedding licenses or provide invitations and thank-you notes. And it's easy to let them handle all the extras -- from tuxedo rental to hair and spa appointments.

An unforgettable wedding is yours to create with a ceremony that reflects your own personal style.

An onboard wedding is is exceptionally good value, An onboard weddings can be held in a ship's chapel (if one exists), a lounge, the library or a boardroom. But, the larger ships can offer offbeat ceremony aboard a carousel or on a rock-climbing wall. While the members of the wedding couple must be passengers on the cruise, most lines with full-service packages include an option for landside guests to come onboard for a couple of hours for the event.

Customize your day Enjoy the best of everything with enhancements that include blooming flower arrangements, professional photography and live music and entertainment

Wedding Reception . Let the celebration begin with just the right selection of fabulous hand-passed hors d'oeuvres, sparkling champagne and award-winning cuisine.

Wedding Destinations. The destination will be as beautiful as the moment.

Wedding Guidelines

Take a moment to review these important guidelines pertaining to your wedding planning and license requirements.

BEFORE YOUR CRUISE

Dream up your own personal theme and send out Save the Date cards to notify family and friends to join you on your cruise.

ARRIVAL IN YOUR CRUISE PORT

Have a rehearsal dinner or a welcome reception to get the celebration started and to introduce family and friends to one another.

WELCOME ABOARD THE SHIP

• Host a Sailing-Away Party
• Host a Welcome Reception- give it a theme.
• Place a gift on each guest’s pillow at turndown.

GET TOGETHER

• Ladies: Celebrate with a “Bridesmaid Tea Party”.
• Gentlemen: Celebrate with a “Cigar and Cognac Party”.

THE BIG DAY

• Mingle at a pre-ceremony cocktail reception.
• Rejoice with a beautiful ceremony.
• Celebrate during your fun and creative reception.
• Entertain with dinner in the Specialty Restaurant.

SAY THANK YOU

Send sweets to each guest’s stateroom on the last night of your cruise.

DECIDE ON A WEDDING DATE

Contact tour cruise experts for a cruise quote and to check availability

Remember that a deposit will secure your booking

RENEW YOUR VOWS

Renew your wedding vows on Queen Mary 2, Queen Victoria or Queen Elizabeth for the ultimate celebration.

Their package includes:

• An attractive ceremony venue on board
• A bouquet and matching buttonhole (or two of either on request)
• A bottle of champagne
• A romantic ceremony conducted by the Captain*
• A celebratory single-tier iced cake
• The attendance of a professional photographer at the ceremony
• Your chosen portrait photograph of the ceremony
• A silver-plated photo frame
• A commemorative certificate signed by the Captain*
• A gift from Cunard of a pair of contemporary champagne flutes

*if the Captain is unable to conduct the ceremony, his Senior Representative will be asked to perform the role on his behalf. Call our cruise experts for full range of cruise lines offering a similar package and details and prices.

A Special Anniversary

What could be more romantic than the two of you dancing under the stars? On many cruises you will have opportunity to enjoy romantic sunsets over the ocean and intimate dinners in their stylish restaurants. Staff will be available for you all day and night and many ships provide a perfect setting for your special anniversary.

The perfect backdrop for a day to remember

Your Anniversary is an important event that should be celebrated.for many years to come. Enjoy es a unique and romantic setting where you can celebrate your love. Whether you are looking to share a private setting with your significant other or have a party with your family and friends, at cruising holiday our staff are committed to making your anniversary a memorable experience.

Many luxury cruises provide plenty of opportunities to enjoy every minute of the day and of the night. From card tournaments, treasure hunts, sport activities to theatre shows, disco nights and casinos games.

For a completely rejuvenating cruise experience, Cruises offer a wide selection of spa packages, featuring innovative beauty treatments, massages and wellness sessions to relax and revitalize mind and body.

Aboard Cruises, your dining experience will be unsurpassed as you enjoy exquisite cuisine prepared by our chefs throughout your holiday. But if you would like to indulge yourself or your partner with a little something extra, we offer a range of special packages which can be arranged directly through your cruise expert when you book your cruise. So why not savour a series of high quality wines selected for you or add a touch of sensuality to your haven of relaxation with a romantic breakfast or an enticing snack?

If you have a special occasion to celebrate or arrange we can assist in making it one to remember a truly memorable event with the assistance of the staff onboard cabins can be decorated to Celebrate Bon Voyage, Happy Brithday, Congratulations or Happy Anniversary. There is a full list of gift giving ideas and special treats:

• Champagne
• Chocolates
• Chocolate Strawberries
• Romantic High Sea Gifts
• Flowers
• A bottle of Wine
• On Board Spending Money

To name a few call our cruise experts today and we can discuss all the options available to make your occasion special.

Birthday Celebration if you are celebrating a special birthday on board - 18th, 21st, 30th, 40th, 50th, 60th, 70th, 80th, 90th or even 100th birthday - during your cruise holiday, let us know and some cruise lines will organize a special celebration just for you, with their compliments*.

Anniversary Celebration Let us know if you are celebrating a particular occasion such as a silver, pearl, ruby, golden, emerald or diamond anniversary during the year (that is, within six months either side) of your cruise holiday and we will assist in organising a special celebration just for you – as some cruise lines will offer with their compliments*.

Welcome Aboard Whether you are cruising or not surprise the ones you love with a Welcome Aboard package. A card will be placed in the cabin to say who the gift is from, or you can forward your own message. This cruise ship package includes a floral bouquet on arrival, sparkling wine and canapés, handmade chocolate and a fruit basket. Call our cruise expert for full details and prices.

Whichever event or occasion you decide on our staff will be delighted to make this an unforgettable cruise holiday, because if it’s special for you, it’s special for us.