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Think of a Mediterranean cruise and you’ll probably imagine a ship full of people over the age of 65, ballroom dancing and dubious cabaret. But my experience on the Seabourn Odyssey was something completely different to this.

The Seabourn Yachts are not like cruise ships; they’re very small and intimate and the atmosphere is amazing. Sophisticated and classy are two words that come to mind and I had the best time on the Seabourn Odyssey with three girlfriends.

We lay by the pool, sipped on cocktails which mysteriously turned up next to our sun loungers and indulged in the best food I have ever tasted at the range of restaurants available.

The rooms were spectacular and the staff were the most attentive and friendly bunch of people I have ever come across. We had the best five days in absolute luxury and I would recommend the Seabourn cruises to anyone – no matter what age.

I’ve never been on a cruise before and quite frankly, after watching Titanic I’ve been slightly put off!! Jokes aside though, many people decide to take their summer holidays on a cruise and stay on board for 1 night up to 2 weeks plus. There are so many different destinations to choose from, that picking just a few may prove difficult.

There are family cruises, designed with entertainment for the kids and a place for them to play whilst you dine al-fresco or chill out sunbathing on deck, and there are also adult only cruises which mean you get to leave the kids at home for a few weeks of peace.

With most cruise packages these days you get a fairly spacious cabin kitted out with an en suite, television, hairdryer and tea and coffee making facilities.

Make sure that you take a few of your best frocks though; the dress code on a cruise can be fairly strict. No swimwear in the restaurants during the day and it’s definitely dress to impress in the evenings which is fairly traditional for cruises.

If you fancy an adventure and the chance to visit a number of different countries for your holiday, then a cruise may just be up your street. For some people, the thought of being stuck on the same island or in the same hotel for 2 weeks sounds dull, if this is you, make sure you book your cruise today!!