For our three groups of holidaymakers, it is Day One of "Cruising the Med". Today they get to explore the stunning city of Barcelona, before boarding the cruise ship Regal Princess for a week-long cruise around the Med. On board this week are Bev and Darren from Wrexham. Darren has always wanted to try a cruise, but wife Beverley has a fear of ships. They start their day with a wander around Barcelona, before taking part in an authentic Spanish cooking lesson. After creating – and of course tasting – a delicious Paella, it's time for Beverley to face her fears and board the ship. Their afternoon is rounded off with a cocktail on the top deck of the ship, as a very proud Beverley starts to ease into the holiday. Also on board are the De Rijk family from London. Their day in Barcelona begins by enjoying some simple pleasures, jumping in puddles and watching a street performer create some very impressive bubbles. Once on board, it's straight to the ship's main pool for this young family. As evening falls, and grandma Amina steps in as babysitter, parents Mark and Samira get to enjoy a peaceful sunset walk together on the top deck. Our final family on board are young couple Rosie and James from Manchester. Rosie doesn't know it yet, but boyfriend James hopes to propose at some point during their holiday. They spend their morning having their portraits drawn by one of the city's many caricature artists. It's then best foot forward as they partake in a flamenco lesson with a local teacher. Their first evening on the ship, starts in style, with a trip to the exclusive concierge lounge, before joining in with quiz night.

It's day three of this week's cruise, and it's a "Sea Day". As the ship sails its longest route of the cruise, all the way from Gibraltar to Marseille, our cruisers get a full day to enjoy the ship's facilities. First time cruisers Beverley and Darren have planned a day of relaxation, as ship-phobic Beverley continues to ease her way into the cruising lifestyle. Their morning starts in the spa, with a couple's massage. By afternoon, a relaxed Beverley braves the open deck, to enjoy the delights of sunbathing at sea. As the sun begins to set, Beverly and Darren head to their first ever Formal Night. For the multi-generational De Rijk family, today is all about keeping the kids entertained. Their day starts in one of the ship's children's clubs, for a wholesome morning of colouring-in and family time. Feeling competitive, the family then try their luck at the ship's "Egg-Drop" competition, where hand-built contraptions are put to the test, as they are tossed from the third floor of the ship's piazza, for a cracking afternoon of fun. With Grandma Amina on hand to babysit, parents Mark and Samira enjoy a child-free evening at one of the ship's bars. Rosie and James, our first-time cruisers from Manchester, have never experienced a Sea Day, and they are keen to get involved in the ship's activities. They sign up for a boat building competition using everyday objects found on the ship. It's sink or swim time as the boats are then tested in one of the ship's pools, and judged in front of an eager audience. As Rosie heads below deck for some pampering, boyfriend James steals away for a secret mission - he's on the look-out for the perfect spot to propose whilst on the cruise!