Cruise Smart, Not Hard: Discover Our Smart Packages

Why Cruise Nation?

Cruise Nation Smart Packages FAQs

• What makes a Cruise Nation Smart Package different from other cruise deals?

  A Smart Package isn’t just a discount, it’s a rethink of how cruise holidays should be booked.
  Instead of juggling separate flights, hotels, and transfers, we wrap the lot into one seamless, value-packed booking.

  Each Smart Package includes your cruise, return flights, hotel stay, and all port taxes and fees, clearly listed upfront.
  We’ve been doing this since 2009, negotiating directly with cruise lines and hotel partners to get better rates and smoother logistics.
  That’s why our customers save hundreds compared with booking each element separately, and still enjoy a better holiday experience.

• Are Smart Packages really better value than booking flights and hotels myself?

  Yes, and we can prove it.
  Because of our exclusive partnerships with major cruise lines and global hotel brands, Cruise Nation gets bulk rates that simply aren’t available to the public.
  We then pass those savings straight to you.

  A Smart Package can often cost up to 30% less than booking flights, hotels, and the same cruise independently.
  And because we bundle everything under one ATOL-protected booking, you’re not just saving money, you’re protecting it too.

• What’s actually included in a Cruise Nation Smart Package?

  Every Smart Package is all about clarity. The price you see covers:

  • Your cruise fare

  • Return flights from UK airports

  • A pre- or post-cruise hotel stay (with clear star rating)

  • Port fees, taxes, and surcharges

  • Full ABTA & ATOL protection

  • Flexible payment options (as long as you book a cruise departing in 6 months or more), low deposit or Pay Monthly

  Some deals even include free extra nights in city hotels or bonus upgrades, all clearly displayed on the offer page.
  No hidden extras, no “from” prices that change at checkout, just total transparency.

• Can I customise my Smart Package, like choosing my hotel or airport?

  Absolutely.
  Our Smart Packages are designed to be smart, not strict.
  You can often:

  • Pick your departure airport (regional options available)

  • Add extra hotel nights before or after your cruise

  • Upgrade to a 4★ or 5★ property

  • Extend your stay with a tailored itinerary

  All these options are shown before checkout, so you can personalise your package without worrying about hidden fees or confusing add-ons.
  It’s flexibility, the Cruise Nation way.

• Are Smart Packages protected if something goes wrong?

  Yes, 100%.
  Every Cruise Nation Smart Package is fully ABTA and ATOL protected, which means your booking, flights, and money are completely secure.
  Should anything unexpected happen, from flight changes to cruise line disruptions, we handle the rearrangements for you.
  That’s one of the biggest benefits of booking with a bonded tour operator like us: you’re never left stranded or out of pocket.

• Who are Cruise Nation and why should I trust their Smart Packages?

  Cruise Nation is an independent British cruise specialist established in 2009, based in Swansea, UK.
  We created Smart Packages to make cruise holidays affordable, transparent, and hassle-free.

  Over the past 15 years, we’ve helped hundreds of thousands of travellers discover the world for less, with consistently high customer satisfaction and a Best Price Guarantee that backs every booking.
  We’re ABTA-bonded, ATOL-protected, and proud to offer award-winning service recognised across the travel industry.
  In short, we’re the clever way to cruise.