A World Voyage (the Cunard version of a world cruise) is one that calls at several continents, offering guests the opportunity to explore at a variety of ports in a wealth of countries. Our world cruises can be experienced in their entirety, but are also sold in smaller "sectors", so you can choose a voyage that can span either weeks or months at a time.

Some incredible destinations to visit on a world cruise include the Norwegian Fjords, New Zealand's Fiordland, the Great Barrier Reef in Australia, The Whitsunday Islands, Jordan in Petra, the Caribbean and South-East Asia. Check our world cruise itineraries for more exciting destinations.

You could be at sea for weeks or months at a time on a world cruise, so it's vital to pack a variety of clothing options for both good and bad weather, as well as daytimes exploring and evenings on board. Outfits for formal evenings on your ship are a must, as are a couple of pairs of sturdy and comfortable walking shoes. Swimwear and flip flops will ensure you're able to make full use of your ship's pools and spa, plus any beaches you call at on your cruise. A waterproof coat will keep you warm and dry if the weather takes a turn for the worse, while cardigans and shirts are perfect for layering over T-shirts and dresses when you need a lighter cover-up.

Your World Voyage (world cruise) itinerary will take into account local weather conditions in the ports you're due to call at, timing your voyage to coincide when temperatures and conditions are at their peak for exploring. That said, it never hurts to prepare for all eventualities. The weather can be changeable in parts of Europe, while Asia can be extremely hot and humid, depending on the season. It's best to be prepared for everything, from intense sun to rain!

There is no currency that will be universally accepted on a world cruise: even within the same continent, currencies can vary from country to country. If you don't want to travel with multiple currency types, or continually withdraw currency in the ports you call at, you could register for a prepaid debit card which would allow you to upload funds in your native currency and pay in the local currency of each country you visit (where such cards are accepted).

You'll hear a variety of languages spoken on a world cruise, from Spanish and Arabic to Japanese and Cantonese, depending on where in the world you call. You'll find some level of English is spoken in most ports you call at, and your ship's crew will primarily converse with you in English on board too.

This will depend on your nationality and which ports you call at, but the likelihood is you will need to apply for some visas if you're embarking on a world cruise. Visa requirements differ from country to country, even within the same continent, and in some countries those visiting on a cruise ship may need a different visa to those entering the country for longer periods by land or air. It's best to list out the ports of call included in your itinerary in order and then spend a little time researching the visa stipulations of each.

Be aware that on top of visas some countries may also require you to have certain vaccinations, so it's best to look into this also. Seek advice from your travel agent or a doctor if you are unsure.