LUXURY CRUISE COLLECTION

Small-ship style has rarely ventured into the territory occupied by the culture-rich and comfort-lush voyages of Hebridean International Cruises, a superbly rare blend of friendly, familiar charm and country-club indulgence.

Their two ships are both contrasting and complementary, a pair of vessels which plough a distinctive and individual furrow in the maritime world, with gentle meanderings around the northern isles and more expansive voyages to South America and the Black Sea.

Hebridean Princess is their tried-and-trusted Scottish adventurer, while the slightly larger Hebridean Spirit offers a rather more intrepid style, sailing further afield.

Their modus operandi is one of blithe luxuriance, an all-inclusive realm featuring private flights, fully escorted tours, delectable dining (right down to picnics and barbecues) and wonderfully personal service.

It is a journey of small-scale pleasures, topped by Hebridean’s own personality of consummate ease of enjoyment, genuinely friendly ambience (where gratuities are actively discouraged) and a relaxed air of tranquility and comfort. Luxury by a different standard.