Cruises to Gibraltar

Pros

Outstanding entertainment including "Grease," the musical; vast number of daytime activities

Cons

Food quality varies considerably; upcharging for certain activities can be wearing

Bottom Line

2018 refurb has reaffirmed the ship as one of the best family-friendly cruise ships afloat

Pros

A real emphasis on quality food -- both eating and cooking it; as well as excellent nightlife.

Cons

For a ship this size, it lacks the adrenaline activities of U.S-equivalent size ships.

Bottom line

Britannia offers an upmarket, contemporary British cruise experience.

Expansive kids facility

Recent multi-million pound makeover

Dine at new molecular gastronomy restaurant Epicurean

Pros

Emphasis on British favourites means this ship has a clear target audience

Cons

Outside of the kids' club there is little to keep children entertained

Bottom line

If you like your football round and your beer at room temperature then this ship is for you

Pros

Adult-only vessel that's great for couples, singles and groups of friends

Cons

There's no ballroom and limited space for dance enthusiasts

Bottom Line

Mid-sized traditional vessel aimed at the British market that recently has had a £34 million refurbishment

Pros

Outstanding service, top-notch cuisine and well-thought out design

Cons

Specialty dining charges can run high

Bottom Line

Sets standards for an upscale big ship experience for service, ambience, dining and decors

The best of British through and through

A mid-sized ship that's not too overwhelming for first-timers

Adult-only vessel catering for a more mature crowd

Pros

Emphasis on British favourites means this ship has a clear target audience

Cons

Outside of the kids' club there is little to keep children entertained

Bottom line

If you like your football round and your beer at room temperature then this ship is for you

Pros

Outstanding service, top-notch cuisine and well-thought out design

Cons

Specialty dining charges can run high

Bottom Line

Sets standards for an upscale big ship experience for service, ambience, dining and decors

Pros

A real emphasis on quality food -- both eating and cooking it; as well as excellent nightlife.

Cons

For a ship this size, it lacks the adrenaline activities of U.S-equivalent size ships.

Bottom line

Britannia offers an upmarket, contemporary British cruise experience.

Pros

Emphasis on British favourites means this ship has a clear target audience

Cons

Outside of the kids' club there is little to keep children entertained

Bottom line

If you like your football round and your beer at room temperature then this ship is for you

Pros

Emphasis on British favourites means this ship has a clear target audience

Cons

Outside of the kids' club there is little to keep children entertained

Bottom line

If you like your football round and your beer at room temperature then this ship is for you

Pros

Friendly crew, well-crafted shore tours, improved specialty dining

Cons

Long queues to enter main dining rooms and upselling in the spa

Bottom Line

Relaxed atmosphere with dining and entertainment options for all ages

Pros

A real emphasis on quality food -- both eating and cooking it; as well as excellent nightlife.

Cons

For a ship this size, it lacks the adrenaline activities of U.S-equivalent size ships.

Bottom line

Britannia offers an upmarket, contemporary British cruise experience.