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Cruise with Derek

Join Derek Marks from Cruise1st TV on an exclusive cruise holiday experience. Sail with fellow viewers, enjoy exclusive onboard events and create unforgettable memories.

What is Cruise with Derek?

Cruise with Derek is what happens when a great cruise turns into something far more memorable - not just the places you visit, but the people you meet, the atmosphere and the moments that stay with you long after you’re home.

From the moment you step onboard, there's a real buzz - a group of people all there for the same reason, to have a brilliant time. You'll explore amazing places, laugh more than you expect and meet people who very quickly feel like friends.

It's relaxed, it's funand there's always something to be part of if you want it. By the end, it doesn’t feel like just a holiday - it feels like something you’ve shared with others, properly experienced together and will look back on years to come.

What's Included

✓Exclusive Events & Socials
✓Exclusive Goodie Bag
✓Chance to Win Prizes
✓Chance to Dine with Derek
✓Access to Online Community

Exclusive to Cruise with Derek passengers

Our Upcoming Cruises

6 amazing voyages across 5 cruise lines - every one with its own story to tell...

Luxury Far East Exotic Beaches & Capitals
Celebrity Cruises
£199ppDeposit

Luxury Far East Exotic Beaches & Capitals

Celebrity Millennium

Spice markets, gilded temples and tropical sunsets - Derek's chasing the exotic across the Far East.

Departure

2nd February 2027

Duration

14 Nights

Ship

Celebrity Millennium

Ports of Call

Phuket, Thailand → Langkawi, Malaysia → Penang, Malaysia → Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

From

£2,499pp

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The Ultimate Sun-Kissed Greek Island Glow
Virgin Voyages
£199ppDeposit

The Ultimate Sun-Kissed Greek Island Glow

Scarlet Lady

Adults-only Greek Island mischief - long lazy lunches by day, very late nights at The Manor with Derek.

Departure

7th August 2027

Duration

8 Nights

Ship

Scarlet Lady

Ports of Call

Santorini, Greece → Rhodes, Greece → Bodrum, Turkey → Mykonos, Greece

From

£1,699pp

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West Coast from Vancouver to LA & Las Vegas
Princess Cruises
£199ppDeposit

West Coast from Vancouver to LA & Las Vegas

Star Princess

Vancouver, the California coast and the bright lights of Vegas with a FREE day at the Grand Canyon.

Departure

1st October 2027

Duration

15 Nights

Ship

Star Princess

Ports of Call

Seattle, USA → San Francisco, USA

From

£2,699pp

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All Inclusive Southern Caribbean & Panama Gateway
MSC Cruises
£199ppDeposit

All Inclusive Southern Caribbean & Panama Gateway

MSC Poesia

Derek's heading to the Southern Caribbean - sunshine, turquoise seas and unforgettable times await.

Departure

4th March 2028

Duration

13 Nights

Ship

MSC Poesia

Ports of Call

Ocho Rios → Cartagena → Colon → Puerto Limon → Roatan → Belize City

From

£2,299pp

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Luxury All Inclusive Blue Danube River Cruise
Riviera Travel
£249ppDeposit

Luxury All Inclusive Blue Danube River Cruise

MS Geoffrey Chaucer

Derek's first ever river cruise - sailing the Blue Danube on an exclusive full-ship takeover.

Departure

8th July 2028

Duration

7 Nights

Ship

MS Geoffrey Chaucer

Ports of Call

Esztergom → Bratislava → Durnstein → Melk → Linz → Vienna → Budapest

From

£2,949pp

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All Inclusive Wonders of Italy, Sicily & Malta
MSC Cruises
£99ppDeposit

All Inclusive Wonders of Italy, Sicily & Malta

MSC World Asia

Barcelona, Portofino, Pompeii, Sicily and Malta - Derek's packing a lot of the Mediterranean into this one.

Departure

21st September 2028

Duration

8 Nights

Ship

MSC World Asia

Ports of Call

Marseille, France → Genoa, Italy → Naples, Italy → Messina, Sicily → Valletta, Malta

From

£1,699pp

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Real People... Real Words

Swipe to read reviews from passengers who've cruised with Derek

“Before our first Cruise with Derek, we'd never cruised before, so it was reassuring knowing the team were there if we needed anything. We're now completely hooked, have cruised with the team three times and already have our fourth booked.”

Jo & Rome

“We loved every minute. Meeting Derek and the team, making new friends and enjoying all the different experiences made it such a memorable holiday. We had such a great time that we've already booked to do it all again.”

Cheryl

“You become part of a really supportive community, with Derek and his team as well as your fellow cruisers. We made some great friends and it gave us the confidence to head ashore and explore the ports together.”

David

“It was great to finally meet Derek after watching him on TV nearly every day. He brings so many people together and we met some lovely people on the cruise. I'm already looking forward to another Cruise with Derek.”

Glynis

“The events were really good fun and a great opportunity to meet other Cruise with Derek guests. Even when we bumped into Derek and the team around the ship, they were always happy to chat and answer our questions.”

Ros

“It's fabulous having the guidance and care of the Cruise1st team onboard. Having them there really adds to the whole experience, and we thoroughly enjoyed all the Cruise with Derek events we attended. Thank you for a fabulous time.”

Tina & Martin

“You get a great deal and you're part of a group that you can mix with as little or as much as you like. We loved feeling part of something while still having the freedom to do our own thing.”

David

“The Sip & Socials were a great way to meet fellow Cruise with Derek guests, who you'd then see around the ship and on excursions. You really do become part of a family that supports you all the way.”

Sheila

“The welcome party was great and every member of the Cruise1st team was so friendly and welcoming. The whole team were fantastic throughout the cruise and always had time for everyone. It was a fantastic experience.”

Brian

“We had a wonderful time and it was great to finally meet Derek and all the team. We loved the whole experience so much that we've already booked to join them again next year.”

Rachel

“It was a lovely holiday with very much the personal touch. We loved the Cruise with Derek experience and the opportunities to get together and socialise. We had an amazing time and would absolutely recommend giving it a go.”

Paula

“We had such a good time that we've already booked to go again next year. I told my sister and her husband how much we enjoyed the trip and they've now decided to come along with us too.”

Sarah

“Absolutely book it. The whole experience was seamless and enjoyable from the outset. We loved the welcome drinks and Sip & Socials, gave both the overall holiday and the Cruise with Derek events five stars, and would definitely recommend it.”

Debbie

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Personal Service

Our friendly and experienced cruise consultants are here to help you every step of the way, from first enquiry through to when you board.

Flexible & Easy Booking

With low deposits and flexible payment options, it's easy to secure your place and spread the cost in a way that suits you.

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Derek's A to Z Guide of Cruising

Everything you need to know, before you step onboard...

From choosing the right cabin to tipping etiquette, excursions to dress codes - Derek’s complete guide to cruising answers the questions first timers always ask and a few things experienced cruisers still wonder about, helping you feel confident before you even step onboard.

A to Z Guide