This book attempts to convey the real "feel" of quality cruising. The book looks at the great days of Cunard's history, gives advice on many topics, includes cameos of the highlights of many actual cruises, and even a log for readers to complete on one of their own cruises. There are chapters on being under the glaciers, passing through the Panama Canal or the Bosporpous in Instanbul between Europe and Asia, sailing into the heart of New York and Venice, as well as a chapter about visiting a succession of Baltic capitals. There is also a chapter on how to plan and get the best out of a voyage.