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January Cruise Sale – FAQs

• When does the Cruise Nation January Cruise Sale run?

  The Red Hot Sale runs from December 26, 2025, to January 31, 2026, and it’s the biggest cruise sale of the year. That means over a month of serious savings and exclusive offers on 2026, 2027 and 2028 cruise holidays. But don’t leave it too long: January is the best time to book a cruise, with the best prices and best offers from our cruise line partners.

• How much can I save during the January Cruise Sale?

  Savings are up to 50% off, depending on the cruise holiday. All savings are already included in the advertised price; no calculators or small print required.

• What’s included in the Red Hot Sale offers?

  Most sale offers feature Smart Packages, proper cruise package holidays that combine flights, a free hotel stay in over 200 destinations worldwide, and a cruise. These come with our Best Price Guarantee, so if you find the same package at a better price, we'll match it or, even better, beat it. Cruise-only sailings are also available without flights and a free hotel stay; our Best Price Guarantee does not apply to these sailings.

• How does the low deposit and Pay Monthly scheme work?

  Cruises cruise-only sailings), and Pay Monthly options start from £31pp (based on MSC Virtuosa, 13 Nov 2026). The Pay Monthly Direct Debit scheme is available on selected holidays. You’ll pay a small deposit upfront, then spread the balance via Direct Debit. It’s flexible, secure, and properly budget-friendly.

• Do sale bookings still include ABTA and ATOL protection?

  Always. Every Cruise Nation booking, sale or not, comes with ABTA and ATOL protection as standard. You’re safe, your money’s protected, and your holiday is in trusted hands. We’re an independent UK travel company with over a decade of experience matching cruisers to the best-value getaways at sea.

• Are there family offers in the Cruise Nation sale?

  Yes, our Red Hot Sale includes Kids Sail from £99pp on Royal Caribbean cruise-only sailings and MSC Cruises cruise-only sailings.

• Are all sale deals Smart Packages?

  Not all. Smart Packages include flights, a free hotel stay, a cruise and our Best Price Guarantee. But, we also feature cruise-only sailings. All deals clearly display what’s included, so there’s no confusion, just clarity and great value.

• Can Cruise Nation change or end the sale early?

  We reserve the right to tweak or end promotions early if cruise holidays sell out. All offers are subject to availability and cruise line terms. So, if you see a deal that makes you grin, call us and grab it while it’s hot. It’s called the Red Hot Sale for a reason.