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23 March 2010
Shearings doubles UK cruise bookings
Latest figures from Shearings reveal that bookings for its new sea cruises have doubled following the launch of free port transfers.
The leading escorted tour operator has reported a 50 per cent increase in bookings on its 12 day British Isles Heritage Trail cruise and 15 day North Cape and Spitsbergen cruise over the last month.
Shearings believes the success is down to new initiatives which have made it easier for people to join its cruises, therefore attracting many first time cruisers.
Patricia Birmingham, Europe and worldwide holidays manager, said: “The dramatic rise in bookings proves that the UK cruise market is continuing to grow and appeal to a wider audience of holidaymakers.
“Figures suggest that the increase in cruises available from British ports, along with enhanced services like our free coach transfers, is helping to attract many first time bookers who may not have previously considered cruising as an option.
“The popularity of our British Isles Heritage Trail cruise also proves that peoples’ love of Britain is still strong and they are looking for more luxurious ways to experience what the country has to offer, yet that still offer great value for money.”
The company recently launched free coach transfers operating from 120 regional pick-up points to the departure port of Harwich. It also offers a ‘Home Connect’ service, which enables passengers to get picked up from their own door.
The highest numbers of bookings are coming from the Midlands and Yorkshire.
Shearings offers 23 sea cruises for 2010 with a new dedicated sea cruise brochure, created in partnership with All Leisure Group's MV Discovery.
The operator was also named ‘Best Escorted Tours Operator’ at the British Travel Awards (BTA) 2008 and 2009.
Free coach transfers are available on the following cruises:
British Isles Heritage Trail
This 11-night no-fly cruise departing from Harwich explores the legacies of kings and queens, adventurers and inventors, taking in landmark scenery including the Giant’s Causeway, Royal Edinburgh and Holyroodhouse, Dublin, the majestic lochs and glens of the Scottish Highlands, the Scilly Isles and St Peter’s Port in Guernsey.
On board the MV Discovery, passengers will enjoy entertainment from guest speaker, Dr Charles Carlton, a world renowned author and lecturer whose talks on the British Royal family and its chequered history are graced with wit and humour.
The cruise is priced from £1199 and includes all meals, Captain’s cocktail party, gala dinners, entertainment and port charges.
Shearings provide free porterage of luggage from Harwich cruise terminal to your cabin.
The cruise departs on 22 June 2010
The North Cape & Spitsbergen
This 14-night no-fly cruise departing from Harwich follows in the footsteps of Arctic pioneers and intrepid whalers, travelling along Norway’s deeply fissured coastline and high up into the Arctic Circle. Highlights include the North Cape, Spitsbergen, the Lofoten Islands, Tromsø’s Arctic Cathedral, Fläm Railway and the Norwegian Fjords.
On board the MV Discovery, passengers will enjoy guest speakers Stephen Jones, a professional polar expedition leader; and Nick Hewitt, an author and expert on naval history.
The cruise is priced from £1499 and includes all meals, Captain’s cocktail par
Shearings provide free porterage of luggage from Harwich cruise terminal to your cabin.
The cruise departs on 3 July 2010.
Agents wanting more information on Shearings’ range of cruises can contact the Sales Support team on 01942 823449 or visit www.shearingsagent.com
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The leading escorted tour operator has reported a 50 per cent increase in bookings on its 12 day British Isles Heritage Trail cruise and 15 day North Cape and Spitsbergen cruise over the last month.
Shearings believes the success is down to new initiatives which have made it easier for people to join its cruises, therefore attracting many first time cruisers.
Patricia Birmingham, Europe and worldwide holidays manager, said: “The dramatic rise in bookings proves that the UK cruise market is continuing to grow and appeal to a wider audience of holidaymakers.
“Figures suggest that the increase in cruises available from British ports, along with enhanced services like our free coach transfers, is helping to attract many first time bookers who may not have previously considered cruising as an option.
“The popularity of our British Isles Heritage Trail cruise also proves that peoples’ love of Britain is still strong and they are looking for more luxurious ways to experience what the country has to offer, yet that still offer great value for money.”
The company recently launched free coach transfers operating from 120 regional pick-up points to the departure port of Harwich. It also offers a ‘Home Connect’ service, which enables passengers to get picked up from their own door.
The highest numbers of bookings are coming from the Midlands and Yorkshire.
Shearings offers 23 sea cruises for 2010 with a new dedicated sea cruise brochure, created in partnership with All Leisure Group's MV Discovery.
The operator was also named ‘Best Escorted Tours Operator’ at the British Travel Awards (BTA) 2008 and 2009.
Free coach transfers are available on the following cruises:
British Isles Heritage Trail
This 11-night no-fly cruise departing from Harwich explores the legacies of kings and queens, adventurers and inventors, taking in landmark scenery including the Giant’s Causeway, Royal Edinburgh and Holyroodhouse, Dublin, the majestic lochs and glens of the Scottish Highlands, the Scilly Isles and St Peter’s Port in Guernsey.
On board the MV Discovery, passengers will enjoy entertainment from guest speaker, Dr Charles Carlton, a world renowned author and lecturer whose talks on the British Royal family and its chequered history are graced with wit and humour.
The cruise is priced from £1199 and includes all meals, Captain’s cocktail party, gala dinners, entertainment and port charges.
Shearings provide free porterage of luggage from Harwich cruise terminal to your cabin.
The cruise departs on 22 June 2010
The North Cape & Spitsbergen
This 14-night no-fly cruise departing from Harwich follows in the footsteps of Arctic pioneers and intrepid whalers, travelling along Norway’s deeply fissured coastline and high up into the Arctic Circle. Highlights include the North Cape, Spitsbergen, the Lofoten Islands, Tromsø’s Arctic Cathedral, Fläm Railway and the Norwegian Fjords.
On board the MV Discovery, passengers will enjoy guest speakers Stephen Jones, a professional polar expedition leader; and Nick Hewitt, an author and expert on naval history.
The cruise is priced from £1499 and includes all meals, Captain’s cocktail par
Shearings provide free porterage of luggage from Harwich cruise terminal to your cabin.
The cruise departs on 3 July 2010.
Agents wanting more information on Shearings’ range of cruises can contact the Sales Support team on 01942 823449 or visit www.shearingsagent.com
