Check out these cheap cruise deals!

Forget the infinity pool at your local holiday resort, where children are splashing around and making a fuss, where you can't get cocktails brought to your sun lounger and there's a half hour schlep to the beach that you drag yourself on every day. A cruise has it all: entertainment, exciting destinations at every port, excellent service and stunning views. Who could want anything more?

If a short break is what you're after, P&O Cruises are offering the hardy and not so hardy sea travellers amongst you the opportunity to visit the Iberian Peninsula, taking in a number of fascinating cities en route to Cork in Ireland. From just £899 per person for inside cabin accommodation, which includes a 5% online discount, you could be on your way to the emerald isle on this seven day trip on board the 'Azura', seeing what Brest in France, and Bilbao, amongst other ports-of-call, have to offer.

For those that like to plan last-minute, MSC Cruises have just the deal for you. From just £689 for seven nights, the 'MSC Splendida' will take you around the Mediterranean and such exotic locations as Naples, Palermo, Palma de Mallorca and Barcelona, departing from Genoa. Cabins on board feature wifi access, mini-bars and interactive TVs: the lap of luxury!

Lastly, at Thomas Cook, a discount of up to 50% is available when you book up one of their Summer 2011 cruises online, with prices from only £477 per person. Hop on board one of their ferries and experience the Aegean like never before, exploring the seductive sites of Istanbul and Bodrum in Turkey, the ancient Greek landmark of Piraeus as well as many other adventurous locations. With added 'extras' such as 24 hour dining and pre-paid port tax, you can truly kick back, relax and let your mind drift out to sea.