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Ahoy sailors!

As we all know, long gone are the days when cruise ships’ entertainment consisted of a lounge and a pool. Nowadays, cruise lines are seriously upping the ante with water parks, rollercoasters, West End worthy shows and heaps of incredible attractions all alongside those pools and lounges we all love.

Next year sees a swathe of new cruise ships launching from the likes of Royal Caribbean and MSC Cruises - so we’ve rounded up the ones to get excited about here.

Not sure who to cruise with first? You can check out a ranking of the world’s best cruise lines below…

Whether you’re a seasoned sailor or have just entered the world of cruises, you may want to add a Mediterranean sailing to your wishlist; one writer reveals why it turned out to be their most relaxing holiday yet.

Oh, and whatever ship you choose to sail on, make sure you look out for these three hidden spots in your cabin; they could be a game-changer!  

See you at sea,

The Anchors Away team ⚓️