A cruise vacation is an effective way to pass your trip time. Latest photos of a cruise ship limping back to port after an engine malfunction didn’t do the cruise trade any favors heading into the summer season vacation season. And cringe-worthy accounts from passengers who needed to make do with out power or working bathrooms for five days may have turned some travelers off cruising for good. With progressive ships calling on intriguing ports across the globe – all sorted into personalised “choose-your-ardour” categories (for seashore bums, foodies, romantics and more) – get ready to take your choose on a cruising adventure for the ages.

The Hilton Playa del Carmen is simply steps from the world’s famous Fifth Avenue, but it gives beachfront luxurious and plenty of opportunities for leisure. Each room here comes with a private balcony or terrace with a hot tub, although if you want to …