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Charlene, UK cruise specialist at Beyond Global Travel

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REAL SHIPS. REAL EXPERIENCES. EXPLORED BY CHAR | CRUISE SPECIALIST UK

As your Cruise Specialist UK, I explore different cruise lines, ships, cabins and onboard experiences first-hand — sharing what they’re really like to help you decide what’s right for your next cruise.

Cruise Specialist UK

CRUISE HOLIDAYS PERSONALLY TAILORED AROUND YOU

Choosing a cruise isn’t simply about finding a ship and a date. The cruise line, ship, cabin, itinerary, dining and atmosphere onboard can completely change your holiday — and with so many options available, knowing where to start isn’t always easy.

That’s where I come in.

I’m Char, an independent travel consultant behind Beyond Global Travel and creator of CharsAway. I combine first-hand cruise experiences, ship tours, cruise-industry knowledge and personalised travel planning to help you find a cruise holiday that’s genuinely right for you.

I work with a wide range of leading cruise lines, including MSC Cruises, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian Cruise Line, Virgin Voyages, Celebrity Cruises, Cunard, P&O Cruises, Marella Cruises, Princess Cruises and more.

Whether it’s your first cruise or your fifteenth, I’ll take the time to understand what matters to you, compare the options and help you book with confidence.

Because there isn’t one perfect cruise.

There’s the right cruise for you.

Charlene, UK cruise specialist, onboard a cruise ship

BROWSE CRUISE GUIDES & EXPERIENCES

EXPLORE BY CRUISE TYPE, SHIP OR DESTINATION

Char, Cruise Specialist UK, beside a Marella cruise ship

How Cruising Changed The Way I Travel

From Nervous Flyer To Cruise Specialist

FROM NERVOUS FLYER TO CRUISE SPECIALIST

I never expected cruising to completely change the way I travelled.

As someone who never particularly enjoyed flying, I originally discovered cruising while looking for a more relaxed way to see the world. My first Mediterranean cruise changed everything.

Waking up somewhere new, exploring multiple destinations and returning to the same cabin each evening felt like such an effortless way to travel. Add incredible ships, food, entertainment and that feeling of being out at sea, and I was hooked.

What started as an alternative to flying became a genuine passion for ships, cabins, destinations and discovering how different the experience can be from one cruise line to another.

Today, I combine that passion with my work as an independent travel consultant through Beyond Global Travel, while sharing my own cruise experiences, ship tours, cabin tours and travel tips through CharsAway.

I want to show you what cruising is actually like — and when you’re ready to experience it for yourself, help you find the cruise that’s right for you.

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Why Choose Beyond Global Travel?

PERSONAL CRUISE PLANNING, FIRST-HAND INSIGHT & SUPPORT WHEN YOU NEED IT.

Booking a cruise can quickly become overwhelming.

Which cruise line? Which ship? Which cabin? Which itinerary? What’s included? Is that upgrade actually worth paying for?

I’ll take the time to understand how you want to travel, help you navigate the options and find the cruise that fits you.

✔ Personal cruise recommendations tailored to you

✔ First-hand insight from cruises and ship tours

✔ Access to a wide range of leading cruise lines

✔ Personal support throughout your booking journey

✔ For most cruise bookings, no additional booking fee

Charlene, cruise specialist, overlooking the Caribbean coastline during a cruise holiday

Follow The Journey

Follow my cruise experiences as I step onboard different ships, explore cabins, try the food, experience the entertainment and share the things I’d want to know before booking.

Charlene from CharsAway at the Virgin Voyages Ahoy! Rockstar display

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CRUISES · SHIP TOURS · CABINS · FOOD · DESTINATIONS · TIPS

Norwegian Cruise Line Teppanyaki chef cooking onboard
Charlene and Van enjoying a boat trip in the Caribbean

Your Next Adventure Starts at Sea

Personalised Cruise Planning

With your uk cruise specialist