4 Night cruise departing roundtrip from Southampton onboard Ventura.

Ventura is an enticing playground at sea for people of all ages. Ideal for families or adults, she makes cruising a pure pleasure. Enjoy elegant fine dining, a tranquil spa, great sports facilities and four pools. There are age-specific children’s clubs, a night nursery for 4s and under and an early children’s tea. Adults can unwind with dazzling shows, stand-up comedy and a lavish, two-deck theatre.

Go Dutch on a Short Break. Whatever your reason for choosing a Short Break in Amsterdam, you’ll get more than you’d bargained for. Markets, museums, canals, cafés and so much more make it the ideal destination for a little well-deserved downtime. All good things come in pint-sized packages and this Short Break to Amsterdam perfectly proves the point. You’ll have bags of time to immerse yourself in this captivating and historic city. Take a bike ride (or a tandem for two) along the cobbled streets. Or glide gently along the waterways in a canal boat. Or simply take a quiet stroll through the leafy byways. Life is laid-back here, with cosy bars and lively cafés. But there’s also an abundance of world-class museums, historical sites and chic shopping areas. Why not visit Anne Frank House, tour the Van Gogh museum, or savour a hearty pint at the Heineken Experience? Don’t forget that Short Breaks are as much about lapping up the on-board experience as they are exploring our ports of call. So, make sure you make time to enjoy delights such as the delicious dining and restful spas, and exciting entertainment.

Highlights of this cruise:

Southampton, UK
The city center is a charming mix of old city walls and a large modern shopping centre. With multiple restaurants, museums, cinemas and theatres there is plenty to be explored.

Amsterdam (From Ijmuiden)
Capture its true spirit by exploring the narrow winding streets, bustling bars and eclectic shops of Joordan, its fascinating old district. Other must-sees include the house of determined World War II diarist Anne Frank and the multi-level Vincent van Gogh Museum - where you progress, floor by floor, from the artist's initial sketches to view the full glory of his completed works. Art lovers will also love the Stedelijk Museum - home to major works by Picasso, Czanne, Matisse and Monet. And, if gardening is your interest, stroll around the daily Bloemenmarkt. This is the city's only remaining floating market and its riotously colourful plant and flower-laden boats are a fragrant delight.