Transatlantic Cruise and Stay Holidays

A transatlantic cruise and stay holiday combines a one-way ocean crossing with time spent on land before or after your cruise. This allows you to enjoy the journey across the Atlantic while also exploring your departure or arrival city, rather than flying straight in and out.

Not always. Many transatlantic cruise and stay holidays allow you to travel without flying one way, with the cruise itself acting as your crossing. Some itineraries may still involve a one-way flight at the start or end, depending on the route and ports involved.

A repositioning cruise is when a ship moves between regions at the change of seasons, often crossing the Atlantic in spring or autumn. These cruises typically offer a more relaxed pace, more sea days and often excellent value, making them a popular choice for transatlantic cruise and stay holidays.

This is a common concern, but for many travellers the opposite is true. Transatlantic cruises are designed around life at sea, with plenty of onboard activities, entertainment, dining and space to relax. For those who enjoy slowing down and treating the journey as part of the holiday, the sea days are often a highlight rather than a drawback.

You can read all about what to expect on a transatlantic crossing on our blog.

Conditions can vary, as with any ocean voyage, but modern cruise ships are built for stability and comfort. Transatlantic cruises are carefully planned around seasonal sailing patterns, and many travellers find the crossing smoother than expected, particularly on larger ships.

Transatlantic cruises typically sail between Europe and North America, with itineraries operating in both eastbound and westbound directions. Common arrival or departure ports include cities such as New York and Miami, along with destinations across Florida, Texas, New Orleans and the Caribbean, depending on the route.

Many transatlantic sailings depart from Southampton, making it a popular starting point for these crossings. You can explore cruise options from Southampton and where ships can take you as part of your journey.

Transatlantic cruises usually operate seasonally, often in spring and autumn as ships reposition between regions. Booking earlier can offer a wider choice of crossings and cabins, while later bookings can still suit travellers who are flexible with dates.

Booking with Southampton Cruise Centre means expert advice, carefully planned itineraries and personal service from cruise specialists. SailorMade transatlantic cruise and stay holidays are designed to make choosing and booking your crossing straightforward, with support from start to finish.