Christmas & New Year In the Canaries From Liverpool

No flying Christmas and New Year cruise from Liverpool

Set sail from Liverpool for a wonderful Christmas and New Year celebration cruise to the Canary Islands and the Iberian Peninsula. Head to the sunshine of the Canaries to beat the winter blues and top up your tan. Perhaps relax on some magnificent beaches, admire the view from atop Mount Teide and explore the delights of Seville with a n overnight port of call in Cadiz.

The festive season is taken care off so put down the turkey baster, forget the Christmas TV schedule and see the new year in with a bang. All you have to decide on is what to wear! These are wonderful cruises aimed at the British cruiser with a flavour of Scotland thrown in. These straight forward cruise holidays give you the chance to avoid the crowds and the mass market approach to cruising on these small & friendly boutique style ship

These ingredients create a very satisfying cruise experience which will make you want to return time and time again.

Make your own way to the port of Liverpool and embark the ship.

Bolette

The flag ship and newest ship of the Fred Olsen trio of ships. M/V Bollette carries just 1336 passengers over 11 decks and features two swimming pools (one with a retractable roof), 4 Jacuzzis, six restaurants, 11 bar and lounges; and more. This 62,635-tonne ship was first launched in 2000 by Holland America Line as the M/V Amsterdam. She was acquired by Fred Olsen in 2023 and after an extensive refit went on her maiden voyage as the M/V Bollette in August 2023.

Enjoy an uninterrupted day of relaxation at sea taking advantage of the facilities, entertainment and dining options on board.

La Palma

La Palma is also known as La Isla Bonita and is the most north westerly of the Canary Islands 137miles away from Tenerife with La Gomera in between. La Palma is the fifth largest of the eight Canary Islands.

The island features the second highest peak in the Canaries at 2,426 metres and the Cumbre Vieja volcano which last erupted in 2021 lasting for 85 days – it is currently dormant which makes for very interesting and recently changed landscape to see what impact this has made on the island and to its inhabitants.

Santa Cruz (Tenerife)

The capital of the island and gateway to Mount Teide or Puerto De La Cruz with popular Loro Park or the magnificent Lido pools.

Las Palmas (Gran Canaria)

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, the vibrant capital of the Canary Islands, is a city where golden beaches meet centuries of history. Nestled on the northeast coast of Gran Canaria, it offers visitors the perfect blend of culture, cuisine, and coastal beauty. Stroll through the charming cobbled streets of Vegueta, the historic old town, soak up the sun at the famous Las Canteras beach, or savor fresh seafood overlooking the Atlantic. With its year-round mild climate, lively festivals, and welcoming atmosphere, Las Palmas is a destination that captures both the heart and the senses.

Fuerteventura

Fuerteventura lays claim to having the best beaches not just in Spain but in Europe. Long stretches of spectacular golden sand sloping down to a rippling turquoise sea is the norm here. In contrast to the bar-lined promenades that typify other Canaries, many of the island’s 152 beaches are within protected areas or flanked by dunes.

Particular gems include those around Corralejo in the north, Sotavento, Costa Calma and Cofete in the south and the centrally located Caleta de Fuste. Fuerteventura is the second largest of the Canary Islands at 62 miles long by 19 miles wide. The island is located 60 miles away from the coast of North Africa. The island lies 199 miles east of Tenerife with Gran Canaria in between.

Enjoy an uninterrupted day of relaxation at sea taking advantage of the facilities, entertainment and dining options on board.

Overnight on board in port

Cadiz

Cadiz stands on a peninsula jutting out into a bay and is almost entirely surrounded by water. The Phoencians founded Cadiz as a trading post in 1100 BC and it became a thriving Roman port. It sank into oblivion under the Moors but attained great prominence in the early 16th century as a launching point for the journey to the new world in America. Cadiz was also raided by Sir Francis Drake and managed to withstand a siege by Napoleon's army. Cadiz is situated just 99km away from Seville which is the epicentre of Moorish architecture and history. With UNESCO classing a complex of three buildings in Seville as a World Heritage Site - namely the Cathedral, Alcazar Palace, and Archive of the Indies - it's no wonder that cruisers flock to Seville from Cadiz.

Vigo

Vigo is the main Port of Spain's Galicia region and is famous for its seafood. Explore the old town with it winding narrow tree-lined streets and squares.

Enjoy an uninterrupted day of relaxation at sea taking advantage of the facilities, entertainment and dining options on board.

Disembark the ship after breakfast and make your own way home.

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