Where is the top bucket list travel destination for a cruise?

The Caribbean tops cruise bucket list travel for UK holidaymakers

The Caribbean has been revealed as the most popular bucket list travel destination for people looking to book their dream cruise holiday. The tropical islands are on the wish-list of over four in ten (42%) would-be cruisers who are setting their sights on a special sailing.

Cruise ships have recently started their phased return to the Caribbean’s islands. Its clear many of us are planning to set sail to the likes of Antigua, Aruba, Barbados, Jamaica and Trinidad & Tobago as soon as we can.

The survey, carried out by cruise specialist cruise.co.uk and completed by 1,250 respondents, asked aspiring holidaymakers to name their top bucket list destinations.

Alaska’s awe-inspiring scenery, wildlife and national parks proved second-most popular, capturing the imagination of 30% of respondents. Cruises to the American state offer a unique vantage point, as they sail past its epic glacier backdrop.

Almost as popular was northern Europe, with 29% of travellers wanting to sample the unique experience of watching the Northern Lights via cruise ship, as well as explore the sights of Scandinavia.

South America and Australia made up the top five desired destinations.

Tony Andrews, deputy managing director of cruise.co.uk, said: “With its crystal-clear blue seas, sunny skies and friendly welcome, it’s easy to see why cruise guests are longing to set sail for the Caribbean. Our booking numbers reflect its enduring popularity, and as international travel starts to make a return, it’s clear UK guests will be making the most of everything the islands have to offer.

“The good news for people wishing to really take advantage of their dream voyage is that, as well as booking cruises for guests, we can also arrange land stays either side of their sailing, wherever they are in the world. This means it’s easy to extend their holiday and visit landmark attractions, such as Memphis, Miami South Beach, Niagara Falls and Australia’s Gold Coast.”

For more information go to www.cruise.co.uk