2019 Cruisers' Choice Destination Awards

View top-rated cruise destinations and lines around the globe according to cruisers, based on member review ratings for trips taken in the last year.

Top-Rated British Isles & Western Europe Destinations

Kirkwall

1 of 5 British Isles & Western Europe Destinations

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"Scenic coastal walk, excellent tour guide, lots of information and beautiful county."

Member Review: cemcgeehon


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Cobh (Cork)

2 of 5 British Isles & Western Europe Destinations

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"I just went walking around the town and felt like I was at home there. I ate brunch at a local coffee shop and late afternoon lunch at a small local restaurant. I really enjoyed wandering around and feeling welcomed and happy."

Member Review: GEMarshall

Lerwick (Shetland Islands)

3 of 5 British Isles & Western Europe Destinations

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"After a half day tour of the lighthouse, Viking ruins and watching seals we then had a walk through the town of Lerwick which shows both the beautiful old town and a new modern area. "

Member Review: Dolt

Amsterdam

4 of 5 British Isles & Western Europe Destinations

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"We LOVED Amsterdam. I recommend doing the hop on Hop Off Canal Boats. Great way to explore this fascinating city!"

Member Review: jradcaohrrcom

Brugge (Bruges)

5 of 5 British Isles & Western Europe Destinations

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"WOW WOW & WOW - simply an amazing chocolate lovers town with great beers, scenic buildings and plenty of shops."

Member Review: TDHNJ


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