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3 OF THE BEST WORLD CRUISES ON OFFER IN 2023/24

Iglu cruise and planet cruise have rounded up three of their most impressive world cruises for 2023 and 2024 offering passengers impeccable service aboard luxury vessels., ultimate world cruise.

The Ultimate World Cruise will embark on a 277-night world voyage to all seven continents in December 2023.

Planet Cruise is offering luxury packages aboard Royal Caribbean’s Serenade of the Seas from £44,999 (€53,272) per person with flights departing from London to Miami on December 8.

Prices include business class flights, a two-night hotel stay in Miami, shore excursions and gratuities, and a deluxe drinks package based on an inside cabin.

The cruise liner will visit more than 60 countries and 11 New World Wonders.

Highlights include a day at Royal Caribbean’s exclusive island, CocoCay in the Bahamas, the Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro, the geothermal pools of Iceland and the floating city of Venice.

Guests will enjoy 13 decks of entertainment and accommodation onboard with exceptional restaurants, sports court, mini golf, a spa and fitness centre and rock climbing.

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Planet Cruise is also offering a 99-night adult only voyage onboard P&O Cruises’ Arcadia from £9,699 per person.

The cruise liner will depart from Southampton on January 6, 2024 to some of the world’s most extraordinary destinations.

Prices include meals and snacks onboard, free onboard spend and gratuities based on an inside cabin.

Highlights include Sydney Opera House, shipwreck diving off the Caribbean island of Aruba, sailing around the Whitsunday Islands of Australia, and Hawaii’s Pearl Harbour National Memorial in Honolulu.

Guests will also visit Hong Kong, Singapore, Sri Lanka and Dubai.

The luxury vessel offers West End shows, two swimming pools, an ocean view gym and fitness centre, golf nets and a library.

Centenary World Voyage

Iglu Cruise is offering a 93-night trip aboard Cunard’s Queen Victoria from £13,133 per person, departing on January 19, 2023.

Guests can expect fine dining, immersive shore experiences and glamorous evening entertainment onboard the Cunard’s second largest cruise liner which will sail from New York to Southampton.

Flights, transfers gratuities, and onboard meals are included within the prise which is based on an inside cabin.

Itinerary highlights include departure from New York, the Caribbean beaches of St Maarten, the Axtec ruins of Mexico, the Golden Gate Bridge of San Francisco and scuba diving on the Great Barrier Reef in Australia.

Guests will also visit parts of Asia including Nha Trang city in Vietnam, Singapore and Sri Lanka.

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Princess Cruises Announces 2023 Cruises & Cruisetours to Europe

Five medallionclass™ ships sail the mediterranean, british isles, scandinavia & russia, iceland & norway.

SANTA CLARITA, Calif., (July 1,   2021) – Princess Cruises today revealed the best of cruising throughout Europe in 2023, with popular itineraries sailing from the Mediterranean and British Isles to Scandinavia and Russia, Iceland and Norway. All 177 departures go on sale July 16, 2021.

With 67 unique itineraries, ranging in length from seven to 33 days, cruisers have an array of choices to select their bucket-list Europe cruise to fit their lifestyle, budget and travel dreams. Five MedallionClass ships – Enchanted Princess, Sky Princess, Regal Princess, Emerald Princess and Island Princess – sail to 116 destinations in 32 countries, offering guests the opportunity to visit 53 UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

The 2023 Europe season runs from March to December. Deployment highlights include:

• Enchanted Princess sails her first Mediterranean season on a series of seven-day voyages departing from either Barcelona, Rome (Civitavecchia) or Athens (Piraeus), which can be combined for the ultimate 21-day exploration.
• Regal Princess returns to the Baltic sailing 11-day Scandinavia & Russia cruises roundtrip from Copenhagen, featuring an overnight in St. Petersburg on every sailing.
• Sky Princess comes back for a second season sailing roundtrip from London (Southampton) on a variety of voyages from seven- to 14-days featuring Iceland and Norway, the Canary Islands and a 24-day adventure to Canada & New England.
• Emerald Princess departs on 12-day British Isles sailings with options including Liverpool, Portland (for Stonehenge) or to the very tip of Scotland to the Orkney Islands, all departing roundtrip from London (Southampton). Guests also have the unique opportunity to experience the awe-inspiring Edinburgh Military Tattoo from Glasgow (Greenock) on the July 31 and August 12, 2023 departures.
• Island Princess offers many voyages throughout Europe, including above the Arctic Circle in search of the Northern Lights from London (Southampton) and to the Mediterranean and Israel on 14-day cruises sailing from Rome (Civitavecchia).
• Sky Princess and Island Princess spend the Summer Solstice at the top of the world when the sun never sets on 14- or 16-day Land of the Midnight Sun & Summer Solstice voyages.
• All five ships sail spring and fall Transatlantic voyages for the ultimate ocean crossing between Ft. Lauderdale and Barcelona, Copenhagen, London (Southampton), New York or Rome (Civitavecchia).

Rich in history and traditions, Europe has a diverse and vibrant array of cultures that offer something for everyone. Princess Cruises has been recognized with the “Best Europe Itineraries” from Women’s Choice Awards, giving guests the chance to visit multiple countries and attractions while only unpacking once.

From regional wine, local pubs, pastas and pizza, to ancient ruins, art history, castles and Fjords, cruisers are sure to return again and again to take in must-see attractions, like the 53 UNESCO World Heritage Sites Princess visits, including:

• White City of Tel-Aviv from Ashdod in Israel
• The Acropolis from Athens, Greece
• Cathedral, Alcázar and Archivo de Indias in Seville from Cadiz, Spain
• The Kronborg Castle from Copenhagen, Denmark
• Gorham’s Cave Complex from Gibraltar
• The Ancient City of Ephesus from Kusadasi, Turkey
• Mount Etna from Messina, Italy
• The City of Lübeck from Hamburg, Germany

With 24 “More Ashore” late night and overnight calls in port, guests can make the most of their time exploring and experiencing the local sites and cultures. Princess is also offering five distinct cruise tours:

• Opportunities to sightsee in the cosmopolitan city of Madrid are available on the Highlights of Spain cruisetour
• Discover the birthplace of the Renaissance on the Classic Italy cruisetour
• The Imperial Treasures cruisetour is available for those who want to take in the art and architecture of Prague, Vienna and Budapest
• Guests can marvel at the sweeping landscapes on the Ring of Kerry cruisetour
• Our new Best of Greece cruisetour includes a visit to the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Mycenae, Meteora and Delphi.

Princess MedallionClass Vacation

The cruise line’s award-winning OceanMedallion   wearable device replaces the traditional cruise card and pairs with embedded IoT (“Internet of things”) - driven innovative technology to significantly expand touch-free options and personalization on board  all five ships . The cruise line’s just announced CrewCall TM  service on demand is available on stateroom TVs as well as the MedallionClass app and leverages the innovative OceanMedallion wearable to guide a crew member to a guest’s exact location to be of service to the guest. Additional features include:

• Touchless embarkation and disembarkation  
• Keyless stateroom entry  
• Completely contactless commerce  
• Simplified safety training  
• On-demand food, beverages and retail items delivered anywhere on board  
• Guest service requests via mobile device chat  
• Location-based gaming and wagering
• Entertainment content via smart devices  

Each ship also offers the best Wi-Fi at sea, MedallionNet™, so guests can stay connected to the things and people they love and share vacation memories with ease.   MedallionNet offers unprecedented connectivity that’s fast, unlimited, reliable, and affordable with an access point in every stateroom, so guests can stream favorite movies, shows, games and music; connect to favorite social media sites; and video chat from anywhere on the ship. 

Captain’s Circle Savings

Princess Past Guests are eligible for a special promotion when they book early, consisting of a Captain’s Circle Launch Discount, which may be combined with launch and group promotions when booked by  October 31, 2021 .

Additional information about Princess Cruises is available through a professional travel advisor, by calling 1-800-PRINCESS (1-800-774-6237), or by visiting the company's website at  www.princess.com .

Cruises   can be booked   through a professional travel advisor, by calling 1-800-PRINCESS (1-800-774-6237), or by visiting the company's website at  www.princess.com .

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IGLU CRUISE AND PLANET CRUISE: CRUISE OF THE WEEK AND LATE DEALS

Experience a different kind of city break with iglu cruise and planet cruise’s short european getaways. from paris to amsterdam, there are destinations fit for all. more details to be found below. .

Cruise of the week…

Summer Bank Holiday Bruges & Amsterdam from Southampton , 25 August 2023 (4 nights)

Iglu Cruise ( www.iglucruise.com ; 02037 335 557) is offering a 4-night cruise onboard Celebrity Cruises’  Celebrity Silhouette  from £528 per person departing from Southampton on 25 August 2023. Price is based on an inside cabin and includes up to $800 free onboard spend with flexible booking terms.

Departing from Southampton, guests spend a day in Belgium’s bustling capital city Brussels (Zebrugge). To capture the highlights of Zebrugge within a short amount of time, visit the 5th century Grand Place for breathtaking architecture and live music, while the Palais Royal offers a glimpse into the life of the Royals. The next port of call is one of Europe’s most popular destinations, Amsterdam, where cruisers can visit iconic hidden gems including the Anne Frank House, Rijksmuseum and the Van Gogh Museum. Time onboard can be spent in one of 13 restaurants with cuisine for everyone’s taste, in one of the 4 swimming pools or soaking up eye-catching works of art within the gallery.

IGLU CRUISE AND PLANET CRUISE SELECTED LATE DEALS

Paris Short Break from Southampton , 1 September 2023 (3 nights)

Planet Cruise ( www.planetcruise.com ; 0808 278 8504) is offering a 3-night cruise onboard Cunard Queen Mary 2 from £379 (save £12 if you book online) per person departing from Southampton (no fly cruise) on 1 September 2023. The price is based on an inside cabin with a deposit of £76 per person.

Departing from Southampton, this short trip will take guests on a luxury cruise to Le Havre (Paris) for the day. This destination has plenty to offer such as the Musée des Beaux-Arts and D-Day beaches. Those looking to delve deeper, can go on an optional excursion to Mont St Michel, the medieval town of Rouen or travel into Paris and spot the iconic Eiffel Tower. Time onboard can be spent in one of Cunard’s fine dining restaurants, relaxing at the Canyon Ranch and Spa Club or enjoying some high-quality entertainment at the Royal Court Theatre. 

Europe Getaway from Southampton , 15 April 2023 (4 nights)

Iglu Cruise ( www.iglucruise.com ; 02037 335 557) is offering a 4-night cruise onboard Princess Cruises  Sky Princess  from £299 per person (save £10 when booking online), departing from Southampton on 15 April 2023. Price is based on an inside cabin and includes a low deposit.

Setting sail from Southampton, this voyage firstly explores Rotterdam. For shopping, bars and restaurants head to the Markthal, a unique building with plenty to enjoy. Meanwhile, families will love Rotterdam Zoo, as well as the Euromast Tower which provides stunning views across the city. Cruising on, the next destination for this Europe getaway is Bruges (Zeebrugge). With gothic and neo-Gothic architecture throughout the quaint streets and canals, there’s plenty of history and culture to discover. Visit the Markt and Belfort’s stunning views of the city or enjoy a boat ride around the canals for a  scenic city tour. Time can be spent relaxing in the beauty gallery and seaview bar or enjoying a game of mini golf. 

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• Iglu offers cruises all around the world, from the sunny Pacific to the icy Arctic. It can make narrowing down the options a bit overwhelming. Not sure where to start? Iglu's 100+ inhouse agents have cruised to thousands of ports, and tested out most ships currently sailing. Why not call to ask for some tips?
• Most Iglu cruise packages cover all your meals, even if 'full board' isn't expressly stated on the website - be sure to keep this in mind when shopping around.
• As a completely independent agent, Iglu isn't financially connected with any cruise line. It means any advice you receive isn't skewed to a certain operator - just the best tips, tailored to you.

As the UK's largest independent cruise agent, Iglu offers deals to more than 3000 ports, 30 destinations and 25 cruise lines. From a blissful Caribbean break to an exotic exploration of South East Asia, it's all there for the taking. The Iglu offices are home to 100 dedicated inhouse agents. Between them, they've cruised to thousands of ports around the globe on almost every cruise ship sailing. It means their expertise is top-drawer - exactly what you need when you're booking that dream holiday. Iglu Cruise is a completely independent cruise agent, not connected with any cruise line or operator. This allows its 100+ sales agents to be totally impartial when advising on cruise options - good to know! The best bit? Any holiday you book with Iglu comes completely ATOL- and ABTA-protected, and the Iglu team will be around to assist you with your trip from the moment you book to the moment you get back to home soil.

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These cruises usually depart from Southampton, so all you have to worry about is getting there in time for check-in. The simplicity of this option means you don't have to deal with the stress of international airports, and can simply switch straight into holiday mode from the minute you board the ship. Often these cruises will explore less far-flung destinations - think Belgium, France or Guernsey. For cruises heading further afield, cruise-only options can mean more time spent at sea - but this won't be a problem if your ship has plenty to keep you entertained.

If a jam-packed itinerary is important to you, then a fly-cruise might be the best option. These deals include international return flights to the city your cruise will depart from - so instead of having to sail all the way to the Caribbean, for instance, you fly straight there to board the ship. If your dream cruise involves seeing as many sights as possible - with the ship merely acting as your base - then a fly-cruise might be your best bet.

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Can't decide if you should try a cruise, or park up on a sun-soaked beach somewhere? Why not both! Cruise-and-stays offer the best of both worlds, incorporating a period of cruising (often seven nights) with a few extra nights in a hotel tacked on before or after. This stay is a great way to ease into holiday mode after a stressful time at home, or embrace a change of pace following days spent at sea. Think a Mexican Riviera cruise followed by a glitzy Vegas stay, or a glamorous stint in Barcelona following a jaunt around the Canaries!

River Cruise

A great way to see European cities or parts of Asia, river cruises take you right to the heart of each destination. You could be soaking in a Budapest thermal bath, sipping wine in Lyon or visiting Vienna's dazzling opera house. With the vessels often much smaller in size than those which sail at sea, you'll experience a slightly more intimate atmosphere.

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Lloyd’s puts Iglu Cruise up for sale

Lloyds Banking Group’s private equity arm has put Britain’s biggest independent online cruise travel agent up for sale with a potential price tag of £100 million.

Lloyds Development Capital (LDC) has hired investment bankers from Rothschild to oversee an auction of Iglu Cruise as demand for its holidays recovers from the Covid meltdown.

Iglu offers trips from 3,000 ports in 30 destinations on more than 20 liners.

City sources added that the company’s owner was likely to want to sell the business for a valuation of about 10 times forward earnings. Adjusted earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation was £8.9 million last year — albeit this also incorporated the website’s ski travel agent website.

LDC invested in Wimbledon-based Iglu Cruise in 2015.

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Just returned from one week cruise…

Just returned from one week cruise booked through Igloo. Everything went perfectly, the booking, the flights, the shuttle transfers and of course the cruise itself where we had been allocated a great balcony cabin. (we thought by booking through an agent at a lower price than the cruise line we would be given a restricted view but were pleasantly surprised)

Date of experience : 20 May 2024

Great customer service from Vinay

Have seen a couple of cruises on the website and had contact with Vinay via email and phone calls, but unfortunately I couldn’t book these. Then I found another cruise that fitted in with my work,etc, contacted Vinay again, who was very helpful and courteous. He ensured that all my booking details were correct, checking and double checking, the itinerary was definitely what I was looking for, double checked what was included in the price and what wasn’t included in the ie. Visas, gratuities. Great customer service

Date of experience : 23 May 2024

Very easy to book

Booking through Iglu was extremely easy. Alex was so helpful and knowledgeable about the ship and cabin options. The booking process was incredibly smooth. I would highly recommend Iglu. Thank you.

Date of experience : 14 May 2024

Polite and helpful.

Polite, friendly and helpful with my questions.Willing to look at other options to make sure I get the best deal and coming up with alternatives to meet my needs without being pressured.

Date of experience : 24 May 2024

Used Iglu Cruises for many years and…

Used Iglu Cruises for many years and have never had any problems. Excellent customer service and simple booking system both online and by telephone. Always find their prices very competitive.

Date of experience : 22 May 2024

Really good that my details came up…

Really good that my details came up from previous cruise as had to book on phone during lunch break with not much time. Could not have been more helpful or informative which fantastic. He was so friendly and professional. Real asset to iglu

Steven Toward was really helpful

Steven Toward was really helpful, answered all our questions and was very patient. This is the second holiday we have booked with Iglu Cruise and have not experienced any problems whilst away.

Iglu phone service above and beyond

I enquired about a cruise and Chris phoned me and after a great conversation he then re-quted with the changes and another cabin suggestion. I then found out from the Celebrity website that space was very limited and had set my heart on a particulat cabin, so phoned rather than wait for Chris to be back in the office. Spoke to a lovely lady - I am so sorry I did not ask your name - who was super efficient and wonderfully friendly. She sorted everthing out and managed to get the cabin for me. Thank you and now have a great cruise and stay holiday to look forward to.

Date of experience : 18 May 2024

Emily was fantastic!

Emily was fantastic!! We got my cruise organised with the minimum of fuss. We have booked before with Iglu, both a cruise and ski holiday, before. Always sorted extremely professionally. Happy to recommend.

Sarah, your representative, was polite, knowledgeable made booking our cruise easy. Even parting with the money 😊. She made it all very clear and was very helpful.

Because I have never booked or been on…

Because I have never booked or been on a cruise before Paul put me at ease with his knowledge and got me a great deal. I am now confident that I have been given good advice and am going to have a great time

Daniel was very helpful

Daniel was very helpful to get every detail correct and link us to our friends who had booked independantly of us. The process was kept simple and clear throughout with time for any questions or issues to be clarified.

Superb service from Iglu

We have used Iglu a lot as they always provide an excellent and professional service. This time we booked a quite complex itinerary and Mark gave us lots of advice and came up with an ideal solution - perfect. Great service from Iglu and would always recommend.

Date of experience : 19 May 2024

Not a good experience so far

Not a good experience so far, I booked my cruise on Monday and by Wednesday they dropped the price by £122.00 per person so £244.00 in total so I tried to see if they could offer me a better deal, something to soften the blow ie add a drinks package or upgrade, just something but no not interested did not budge at all basically told me not in exact words but tough s**t. This is my first time going on a cruise and I’m already upset, sad with the lack of empathy. Will not use Iglu again.

Excellent Iglu cruises

Have always used Iglu cruises as they always go the extra mile. On this occasion, Lauren was very pleasant and most helpful. Highly recommend.

We had email offers

We had email offers, looked at the deal and had agent call us, they managed to get us the best price from Royal Caribbean, so we booked 3 rooms and now making it a family holiday now also. we always use Iglu and always have excellent service from them and sales team.

Danielle was a breath of fresh air…

Danielle was a breath of fresh air everything I was looking for in an agent excellent custom service skills answered all my questions cleared my doubts and very thorough and thoughtful in booking the best Holiday for us. Danielle was kind and patient going the extra mile to get us a great deal This was my first experience of Iglu Travel, It certainly won’t be my last GREAT JOB. I can confidently say Danielle Marsh is an asset to the company hold onto her.!

Always a pleasure

Professional, friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. Iglu Cruises are always a pleasure to deal with. And when you really need them they step up too.

Online booking

I made my decision to book online, it was very easy to do this. I've booked with Iglu before and have not encountered any problems either by phone or online.they are very helpful when you have anyvquery too.

Good service from the team members I…

Good service from the team members I spoke to. Knowledgeable and helpful. Patient as I asked questions. I am confident that Sue knows the products on offer and can advise when needed.

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Reviews 4.8.

45,094 total

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Just returned from one week cruise…

Just returned from one week cruise booked through Igloo. Everything went perfectly, the booking, the flights, the shuttle transfers and of course the cruise itself where we had been allocated a great balcony cabin. (we thought by booking through an agent at a lower price than the cruise line we would be given a restricted view but were pleasantly surprised)

Date of experience : May 20, 2024

Great customer service from Vinay

Have seen a couple of cruises on the website and had contact with Vinay via email and phone calls, but unfortunately I couldn’t book these. Then I found another cruise that fitted in with my work,etc, contacted Vinay again, who was very helpful and courteous. He ensured that all my booking details were correct, checking and double checking, the itinerary was definitely what I was looking for, double checked what was included in the price and what wasn’t included in the ie. Visas, gratuities. Great customer service

Date of experience : May 23, 2024

Very easy to book

Booking through Iglu was extremely easy. Alex was so helpful and knowledgeable about the ship and cabin options. The booking process was incredibly smooth. I would highly recommend Iglu. Thank you.

Date of experience : May 14, 2024

Polite and helpful.

Polite, friendly and helpful with my questions.Willing to look at other options to make sure I get the best deal and coming up with alternatives to meet my needs without being pressured.

Date of experience : May 24, 2024

Used Iglu Cruises for many years and…

Used Iglu Cruises for many years and have never had any problems. Excellent customer service and simple booking system both online and by telephone. Always find their prices very competitive.

Date of experience : May 22, 2024

Really good that my details came up…

Really good that my details came up from previous cruise as had to book on phone during lunch break with not much time. Could not have been more helpful or informative which fantastic. He was so friendly and professional. Real asset to iglu

Steven Toward was really helpful

Steven Toward was really helpful, answered all our questions and was very patient. This is the second holiday we have booked with Iglu Cruise and have not experienced any problems whilst away.

Iglu phone service above and beyond

I enquired about a cruise and Chris phoned me and after a great conversation he then re-quted with the changes and another cabin suggestion. I then found out from the Celebrity website that space was very limited and had set my heart on a particulat cabin, so phoned rather than wait for Chris to be back in the office. Spoke to a lovely lady - I am so sorry I did not ask your name - who was super efficient and wonderfully friendly. She sorted everthing out and managed to get the cabin for me. Thank you and now have a great cruise and stay holiday to look forward to.

Date of experience : May 18, 2024

Emily was fantastic!

Emily was fantastic!! We got my cruise organised with the minimum of fuss. We have booked before with Iglu, both a cruise and ski holiday, before. Always sorted extremely professionally. Happy to recommend.

Sarah, your representative, was polite, knowledgeable made booking our cruise easy. Even parting with the money 😊. She made it all very clear and was very helpful.

Because I have never booked or been on…

Because I have never booked or been on a cruise before Paul put me at ease with his knowledge and got me a great deal. I am now confident that I have been given good advice and am going to have a great time

Daniel was very helpful

Daniel was very helpful to get every detail correct and link us to our friends who had booked independantly of us. The process was kept simple and clear throughout with time for any questions or issues to be clarified.

Superb service from Iglu

We have used Iglu a lot as they always provide an excellent and professional service. This time we booked a quite complex itinerary and Mark gave us lots of advice and came up with an ideal solution - perfect. Great service from Iglu and would always recommend.

Date of experience : May 19, 2024

Not a good experience so far

Not a good experience so far, I booked my cruise on Monday and by Wednesday they dropped the price by £122.00 per person so £244.00 in total so I tried to see if they could offer me a better deal, something to soften the blow ie add a drinks package or upgrade, just something but no not interested did not budge at all basically told me not in exact words but tough s**t. This is my first time going on a cruise and I’m already upset, sad with the lack of empathy. Will not use Iglu again.

Excellent Iglu cruises

Have always used Iglu cruises as they always go the extra mile. On this occasion, Lauren was very pleasant and most helpful. Highly recommend.

We had email offers

We had email offers, looked at the deal and had agent call us, they managed to get us the best price from Royal Caribbean, so we booked 3 rooms and now making it a family holiday now also. we always use Iglu and always have excellent service from them and sales team.

Danielle was a breath of fresh air…

Danielle was a breath of fresh air everything I was looking for in an agent excellent custom service skills answered all my questions cleared my doubts and very thorough and thoughtful in booking the best Holiday for us. Danielle was kind and patient going the extra mile to get us a great deal This was my first experience of Iglu Travel, It certainly won’t be my last GREAT JOB. I can confidently say Danielle Marsh is an asset to the company hold onto her.!

Always a pleasure

Professional, friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. Iglu Cruises are always a pleasure to deal with. And when you really need them they step up too.

Online booking

I made my decision to book online, it was very easy to do this. I've booked with Iglu before and have not encountered any problems either by phone or online.they are very helpful when you have anyvquery too.

Good service from the team members I…

Good service from the team members I spoke to. Knowledgeable and helpful. Patient as I asked questions. I am confident that Sue knows the products on offer and can advise when needed.

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Savvino-storozhevsky monastery and museum.

Zvenigorod's most famous sight is the Savvino-Storozhevsky Monastery, which was founded in 1398 by the monk Savva from the Troitse-Sergieva Lavra, at the invitation and with the support of Prince Yury Dmitrievich of Zvenigorod. Savva was later canonised as St Sabbas (Savva) of Storozhev. The monastery late flourished under the reign of Tsar Alexis, who chose the monastery as his family church and often went on pilgrimage there and made lots of donations to it. Most of the monastery’s buildings date from this time. The monastery is heavily fortified with thick walls and six towers, the most impressive of which is the Krasny Tower which also serves as the eastern entrance. The monastery was closed in 1918 and only reopened in 1995. In 1998 Patriarch Alexius II took part in a service to return the relics of St Sabbas to the monastery. Today the monastery has the status of a stauropegic monastery, which is second in status to a lavra. In addition to being a working monastery, it also holds the Zvenigorod Historical, Architectural and Art Museum.

Belfry and Neighbouring Churches

Located near the main entrance is the monastery's belfry which is perhaps the calling card of the monastery due to its uniqueness. It was built in the 1650s and the St Sergius of Radonezh’s Church was opened on the middle tier in the mid-17th century, although it was originally dedicated to the Trinity. The belfry's 35-tonne Great Bladgovestny Bell fell in 1941 and was only restored and returned in 2003. Attached to the belfry is a large refectory and the Transfiguration Church, both of which were built on the orders of Tsar Alexis in the 1650s.  

To the left of the belfry is another, smaller, refectory which is attached to the Trinity Gate-Church, which was also constructed in the 1650s on the orders of Tsar Alexis who made it his own family church. The church is elaborately decorated with colourful trims and underneath the archway is a beautiful 19th century fresco.

Nativity of Virgin Mary Cathedral

The Nativity of Virgin Mary Cathedral is the oldest building in the monastery and among the oldest buildings in the Moscow Region. It was built between 1404 and 1405 during the lifetime of St Sabbas and using the funds of Prince Yury of Zvenigorod. The white-stone cathedral is a standard four-pillar design with a single golden dome. After the death of St Sabbas he was interred in the cathedral and a new altar dedicated to him was added.

Under the reign of Tsar Alexis the cathedral was decorated with frescoes by Stepan Ryazanets, some of which remain today. Tsar Alexis also presented the cathedral with a five-tier iconostasis, the top row of icons have been preserved.

Tsaritsa's Chambers

The Nativity of Virgin Mary Cathedral is located between the Tsaritsa's Chambers of the left and the Palace of Tsar Alexis on the right. The Tsaritsa's Chambers were built in the mid-17th century for the wife of Tsar Alexey - Tsaritsa Maria Ilinichna Miloskavskaya. The design of the building is influenced by the ancient Russian architectural style. Is prettier than the Tsar's chambers opposite, being red in colour with elaborately decorated window frames and entrance.

At present the Tsaritsa's Chambers houses the Zvenigorod Historical, Architectural and Art Museum. Among its displays is an accurate recreation of the interior of a noble lady's chambers including furniture, decorations and a decorated tiled oven, and an exhibition on the history of Zvenigorod and the monastery.

Palace of Tsar Alexis

The Palace of Tsar Alexis was built in the 1650s and is now one of the best surviving examples of non-religious architecture of that era. It was built especially for Tsar Alexis who often visited the monastery on religious pilgrimages. Its most striking feature is its pretty row of nine chimney spouts which resemble towers.

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