It can be a joy to get away for a week or two each year but the most commonly visited destinations can become repetitive after years of visits. This year, why not go outside your comfort zone and go further afield to experience a once in a lifetime holiday?

GEORGE CLOONEY recently whisked his girlfriend, former wrestler Stacy Keibler, off on another romantic holiday to Mexico, writes LIZ BIRD

First-time cruiser ANDREW ELLIOTT is so impressed by life on board and excursions ashore, that he can't wait to go again

Mexico's Mayan Riviera will leave you on a high says ELLA BUCHAN

Discover charm, culture and possibly the most romantic hotel in the world in Merida, Mexico says ELLA BUCHAN

DEBORAH STONE previews some of the most exciting new vessels which will be setting sail in 2012

From sunbathing to shopping to spring breakers, there's something for everyone on Mexico's Mayan Riviera...

Holiday like Geri Halliwell in Mexico says CHARLOTTE CIVIL

As Cancun, Mexico celebrates the country's 200th anniversary of independence, AMY PACKER explores its stalactite-studded water caves and the towering pyramids of ancient civilisations

Musician and actor MARTIN KEMP knows this much is true: he is now a huge fan of cruising