Opinion

Seven Seas Voyager – Week 1

This will be the first of four blogs from Regent's Seven Seas Voyager, as I enjoy a 25-day world cruise segment from Sydney to Beijing. Currently the ship is in Cairns.......

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Feb 28 2011
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Opinion

Onboard the Seabourn Sojourn: A short and sweet jaunt

To board Seabourn Sojourn and sail out of Sydney on a sizzling 42 degree Sunday provided a fabulous opportunity to escape the heat and recline in the air-conditioned comfort of this deluxe ship.

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Feb 28 2011
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Tips & Advice

What is a premium cruise?

If you enjoy staying at four- or five-star hotels, consider sailing with a cruise line that specialises in offering a premium product.

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Feb 25 2011
First Timers
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Opinion

A spot of tea with Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth

As I boarded the newest Cunard queen at Sydney’s Overseas Passenger Terminal, I overheard a very English lady saying, referring to our media group, “These must be the visitors.” I asked her how she was […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Feb 22 2011
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First Timers

Best cruises for the solo traveller

While cruising with your partner or family can be an overwhelmingly economical way to travel, cruising by yourself can become extremely expensive, especially if you’re slugged with an exorbitant “single supplement”, as the cruise lines like to call it.

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Feb 21 2011
Tips & Advice
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Opinion

How the luxury space ventures into adventire

I am writing this on the eve of an exciting event - tomorrow I am lucky enough to be joining Regent’s Seven Seas Voyager - plus some unusual Europa facts for you...

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Feb 21 2011
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Passenger Reviews

Seven Seas Voyager – Ship Review

Spacious and elegant, Seven Seas Voyager brought new meaning to the phrase "luxury at sea"......

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Feb 21 2011
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Passenger Reviews

Queen Mary 2 – Ship Review

In almost every detail, Queen Mary 2 pays tribute to the golden age of ocean travel while being one of the most modern of cruise ships.......

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Feb 16 2011
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Opinion

Down the hatch! Cruise line alcohol policies

A few people have recently emailed me about alcohol policies on board cruise ships, and to say it’s a bit of a maze is an understatement!

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Feb 15 2011
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First Timers

What is a luxury cruise?

There are several cruise lines that specialise in offering all the high-quality creature comforts you need.

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Feb 14 2011
Tips & Advice
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Tips & Advice

Tahiti by Gauguin

It’s just after 6pm and time for the nightly sunset show. We mix a few cocktails in our stateroom suite, and step onto the balcony as the......

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Feb 14 2011
Destinations
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