Mystery Shopper's seller of the week: planetcruise.co.uk

Planet Cruise

planetcruise.co.uk

Score 92%

Mystery Shopper said: This site stood out because it had a 4.5-star rating and I could soon see why it had such an impressive reviews. The website was well laid-out with all the relevant search options clearly displayed, making it easy to search for a cruise that matched my requirements. The pricing was also clear and I quickly found a 14-night cruise with Royal Caribbean departing from Southampton that was well within budget at £3,563. The phone numbers were well displayed at the top of the page and during all the booking steps. The process flowed so well and all the information was so easily accessible that I didn’t feel that I needed to call a consultant to make the booking. I was impressed that I could choose the deck and cabin, as well as my dining options and also opt to pay my onboard gratuities. I would have been happy to book through the site and I felt confident about consumer protection because I could see the Atol and Abta logos.

World cruise expert and Planet Cruise TV host Keith Maynard shares insight into four popular Mediterranean cruise stops:

• Rome is an exhilarating spectacle filled with an array of iconic treasures. The Colosseum is a must-see, along with the Vatican City, St Peter’s Basilica, Sistine Chapel, Trevi Fountain and many more.
• Barcelona is an enchanting Spanish city, mixing ancient architecture and modern designs. It has become a cultural melting pot, and is a popular destination on a Mediterranean cruise.
• Located on the southern shores of Majorca is the island’s capital Palma. This city is bursting with life and is famous for its spectacular neo-gothic cathedral. Take a stroll through the labyrinth of old cobbled streets to absorb the local culture.
• Located on the sunny French Riviera is the principality of Monaco, famous for its dazzling harbour, casino, lavish restaurants, monarchy and the glamorous Monaco Grand Prix.
• Find out more at planetcruise.co.uk/cruise-guides-and-features

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