Travel views: May 31-June 7, 2013 David Hackett's letter, "Very ancient mariners" (Travel views, May 25), in which he described the experience of a Saga cruise as akin to going away on a floating geriatric home, attracted much comment - and criticism. Here is a flavour of your responses. Ageless adventurers As two "ancient mariners" who shared the same Saga voyage taken by David Hackett, may we be permitted a response? We were first attracted to Saga by its advertisements in The Daily Telegraph and have never been disappointed. "Over 50" means just that: any age over 50. However, we would rather share a breakfast table with a P D James (92), or a Doris Lessing (93) than a teenage "reality show celebrity." Our fellow passengers ranged in age from mid-thirties (under-50s may accompany older passengers), to a focused lady of 101 with whom we shared Communion and who had already booked a Caribbean cruise for her 102nd birthday. We met so many fascinating people with incredible stories to tell - former prisoners of war, teachers, musicians, Harley Street doctors, engineers, submariners. Besides which, with 560 crew (a ratio of almost one to one passenger) with an average age around 30, plus a full complement of young entertainment staff and musicians, all eager to engage with passengers, there was more than enough in the ship's ether to stimulate any passenger. For us, Saga stands for Stimulating Ageless Gregarious Adventurers. Canon Alan Hughes (recently retired vicar) and Susan Elinor Hughes (watercolourist and retired teacher) Undesired company I feel glad that I prefer active walking holidays to travelling by cruise ship. Otherwise I might find myself sharing Mr Hackett's table. Patricia Bunce (aged 77) Give us our golden years I wonder why David Hackett booked on a Saga cruise when it is renowned for being the best cruise line for those of mature years, and was then shocked to find so many of a certain age. I have cruised with Cunard and Princess lines in the past, but last year we went on our first Saga cruise and immediately booked for 2013 and now 2014. Not only is the service on board first class, the extras such as door-to-door transport, gratuities and wheelchair assistance all make life easier for the "geriatrics." We may be over 75, but does that mean that we have to stop social activities and stay at home? Having lived through the Second World War and worked very hard during our working lives, I now believe that we have a right to enjoy our golden years. This ancient mariner hopes to enjoy many more Saga cruises and holidays in the coming years. Betty Cawdell Not for softies Having just returned from a "Magic of the Nile" cruise with Saga, I was saddened to read Mr Hackett's letter. This cruise is most definitely not for softies. Those travelling by coach to Abu Simbel were awakened at 3am and had no complaint. Most days we were aroused at 5am or 5.30am. At 58 I felt I was one of the older passengers. Every day was amazing. Our guides were most knowledgeable and informative, and our crew most charming and helpful. Fantastic job, Saga. Julia Burdekin The Saga spirit We have enjoyed almost a dozen Saga cruises and wonder how David Hackett spent his time. On board there is lively conversation at meal times and a full involvement in the activities. On excursions our fellow passengers participate fully in exploration of the ports of call and sites of interest. The spirit of the Saga passenger was epitomised by an old gentleman on two sticks waiting for the tender to take us ashore at Easter Island on our world cruise. Hardly the scene of a geriatric. John Thomas and Sandra Lardner Win flights to Malaga The UK's largest airline, easyJet, is providing one lucky Telegraph reader with a pair of return flights to Malaga from London Luton airport. The airline operates two flights a day from Luton to Malaga with fares starting at £40.99 (one-way, including taxes, based on two people travelling on the same booking), providing flexibility for those looking for an affordable escape to the sun. The gateway to the Costa del Sol, Malaga offers a combination of sunshine and culture, from the bistros and bars of the old city to the Picasso Museum displaying works by Malaga's most famous artist and the Paseo del Parque with its banana trees and fountains. EasyJet flies to more than 600 destinations across 30 countries. For more information or to book, visit easyJet.com. How to enter To enter the competition, please email relevant feedback (no more than 200 words) by midnight on June 11 to travelviews@telegraph.co.uk, or write to Travel Views, Travel Desk, The Daily Telegraph, 111 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 0DT. Click here for terms and conditions. Please include contact details with submissions. Here are some recent articles on which you may like to comment British no longer prudes on the beach Glorious Goodward A guide to the changing season Cameras 'most likely' to go astray on holiday