1) How to book?
2) Is it best to book early?
3) Are there any discounts for booking early?
4) When do I receive my tickets?
5) What is included?
6) What's not included?
7) Will you be able to help me as I have special dietary needs?
8) What time do I dine?
9) Do cruise lines cater for diabetics?
10) Is there a doctor on board?
11) What if I have a medical or physical disability?
12) How many formal evenings are held on a cruise?
13) Do I have to wear a suit on formal nights?
24) How much luggage can I bring with me?
15) Do I need insurance?
16) Do I need a passport or visa?
17) Foreign and Commonwealth Office travel advise

How do I book?
Simple. With an unequalled level of expertise and understanding, our team of cruise travel specialists are ready and waiting to provide you with a friendly and efficient holiday booking service.

It couldn't be easier.... Should you wish to check availability, make a booking, or have any kind of enquiry, please:

Call: - 0870 850 1691 or email us info@cotswoldcruiseclub.co.uk
Or click enquiry, include your telephone number and we will then telephone you as soon as we can, please bear in mind our opening hours.

Is it best to book early?
Booking early is your best assurance of obtaining the arrangements and cabin of your choice. It is never too early to begin planning.

Are there discounts for early booking?
By booking your cruise with us in advance you could make huge savings on the price you pay - please check with our dedicated team at time of booking.

When do I receive my tickets?
Your holiday tickets and travel information are usually dispatched 7 - 14 days prior to travel.

What is included?
Cruise prices are per person, based on double occupancy. They include your accommodation, meals and entertainment onboard. All overseas transfers between the airport, hotels and ships pier are included, as are all port and airport taxes.

What's not included?
UK transfers to airport, travel insurance, optional tours at each port of call, alcoholic drinks and cigarettes, purchases at the ships shops, hair and beauty treatments, telephone calls, laundry service, vaccinations and visa costs. (Subject to restrictions, please check with our team of experts)

Will you be able to help me, as I have special dietary needs?
No problem. We will be happy to try to meet special dietary needs. Please give us details at time of booking or as soon after.

What time do I dine?
Every ship offers set dining times, which can be obtained from our team, however alternative restaurants offering meals at any time of day are also available onboard.
In addition to this, room service is also available 24 hours a day offering a good choice of cuisine.

Do cruise lines cater for diabetics?
Yes. However, Insulin for diabetics must be kept locked in a fridge onboard, if a cabin does not have a fridge. This is usually taken care of by the night steward.

Is there a doctor onboard?
There are a doctor and a nurse onboard all ships. Customary charges are made for all service.

What if I have a medical or physical disability?
Wherever possible special arrangements will be made. Most ships have adapted cabins designed for disabled passengers. Any person with a medical or physical problem that requires special attention must inform us at time of booking. For certain conditions the cruise line may request affirmation & liability forms.
Wheelchairs must be provided by the guest.

How many formal evenings are held on a cruise?
As a guideline there are usually two formal evenings per week.

Do I have to wear a suit on formal nights?
Yes, you will need to wear a suit for formal nights.

How much luggage can I bring with me?
On cruises to and from a UK port, as much as you like. On fly cruises restrictions vary according to airline, but you can bring at least 20 kilograms.

Do I need insurance?
Comprehensive travel insurance is compulsory and is available from Cotswold Cruise Club or the cruise line at time of booking. Any alternative insurance arrangements must be detailed in booking form provided by Cotswold Cruise Club.

Do I need a passport or visa?
All British or Irish citizens must be in possession of a full 10 year passport valid for at least 6 months after your return date to the UK. If in doubt please contact your local passport office for guidance. Non British passport holders should contact the relevant Embassy for up to date information.

Visa requirements can change at any time and therefore it is advisable to contact the relevant Embassy or professionally qualified source. Please note that it is your own responsibility to ensure that you are in possession of a valid passport and visa for your journey.

Foreign and Commonwealth Ofiice travel advise
The Foreign and commonwealth office ("FCO") produces a wide range of material about overseas countries which may be visited by British citizens. The FCO dose this to try and ensure that British citizens are properly informed about any overseas destinations, in relation to political unrest, crime and health issues. Full details of all FCO advices can be obtained on the FCO website www.fco.gov.uk/knowbeforeyougo