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The big switch: how OPT will get 5,000 passengers on and off Ovation of the Seas

When the megaship Ovation of the Seas sails into Sydney and docks at the Overseas Passenger Terminal (OPT), a military-style operation swings into action. In 10 hours, some 4,900 passengers disembark and another 4,900 step […]

WORDS BY Teresa Ooi . Dec 2 2016
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Best time for single cruisers as supplements are slashed

Solo cruising is increasing in popularity and more cruise lines are recognising the single traveller by creating specialty cabins and offering reduced fares. Azamara Club Cruises has released heavily reduced solo fares, with passengers only […]

WORDS BY Bernadette Chua . Nov 25 2016
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Popstar Dami Im to perform on Ovation of the Seas’ arrival celebrations

Popstar sensation Dami Im will be the special guest onboard Australia’s largest and most technologically advanced ship, Royal Caribbean’s Ovation of the Seas. Arriving on December 15, Royal Caribbean has planned a special launch party […]

WORDS BY Bernadette Chua . Nov 16 2016
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Royal Caribbean’s largest ships in historic mid-ocean meet

The three largest cruise ships – Royal Caribbean’s Oasis of the Seas, Allure of the Seas and the new Harmony of the Seas – have held a historic mid-ocean meeting, greeting each other at sea […]

WORDS BY Peter Lynch . Nov 5 2016
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Lack of infrastructure in Sydney could mean we see less ships

The burgeoning local cruise industry signalled an increased attack on state and federal governments who fail to tackle the chronic issue of port facilities for its growing armada of mega liners. A new report from […]

WORDS BY Peter Lynch . Nov 3 2016
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Wollongong welcomes Radiance of the Seas, the first ever ship to visit

Sunday morning was a historic moment for Wollongong as Royal Caribbean’s Radiance of the Seas made her maiden call to the south coast destination. It’s the first time a ship has ever called at Port […]

WORDS BY Bernadette Chua . Oct 31 2016
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The class of 2017 – the ships making maiden calls to Australia

This year’s wave season will see a whole new fleet of ships which will make their inaugural trips to Australia. And over the next 12 months, there will be more new ships than ever before. […]

WORDS BY Bernadette Chua . Oct 28 2016
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Can’t splash the cash? Get free cruise credit with layby

Cruiser Passengers are among the biggest users of  lay-by travel, which automatically deduct small amounts from your account so you don’t feel the pinch. While the trend is catching on with travel agencies, two in […]

WORDS BY Bernadette Chua . Oct 28 2016
Destinations

Official: The best cruise destinations for 2017

Some of the world’s best and most exotic cruising destinations have been selected by the people who should know –  the world’s cruise lines. Both river and ocean ships are venturing to more remote destinations, […]

WORDS BY Bernadette Chua . Oct 14 2016
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Hold the phone, it might explode, say cruise lines

Major cruise lines like Royal Caribbean and Carnival are banning cruise passengers and crew members from using Samsung Galaxy Note 7 onboard its ships after fears of “dangerous explosions” caused by overheating. Just yesterday, a […]

WORDS BY Bernadette Chua . Oct 7 2016
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Where Aussies love to cruise in Asia

Singapore and Hong Kong are the new hot destinations for Australian cruisers. Royal Caribbean Line has doubled the number of Australian passengers heading to Asia to over 30,000 last year. This means that RCL has […]

WORDS BY Bernadette Chua . Oct 7 2016
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3 days, 17 eateries & 1 reviewer: The food on Ovation of the Seas

Can one of the world’s biggest cruise ships really be a haven for foodies? Peter Lynch loosens his belt and sets out to sample Ovation of the Seas’ food offerings, how the vessel is sailing […]

WORDS BY Peter Lynch . Sep 30 2016