12 dream sailing trips

Crossing the Atlantic via the Cape Verde islands is a detour well worth taking, says James Kenning

Whether you’re seeking an off-the-beaten-track adventure or a new perspective on a classic destination, there’s a cruise to make your island-hopping fantasy real

Booking your first ocean voyage and don’t know where to start? Cruise expert Sara Macefield provides an insider’s guide to some of the best companies to set sail with

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GH ’s editor-in-chief, Jane Bruton, steps on board for the very first time

If you really want to push the boat out, step on board a luxury or expedition ship for what’s known in the cruise world as ‘6-star’ comfort