“That’s heroism” – Off duty firefighter makes amazing cruise ship rescue
“That’s heroism” – Off duty firefighter makes amazing cruise ship rescue
Carnival’s new itineraries snub Victoria, South Australia and Western Australia
Carnival’s new itineraries snub Victoria, South Australia and Western Australia
Cruise lines claim you can sail the Med for almost half the price of a hotel stay. But is it true?
Cruise lines claim you can sail the Med for almost half the price of a hotel stay. But is it true?
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Tips & Advice

Wondering what you need to pack? What is food onboard a cruise line? What accommodation should I book? Or what should insurance should I book for more cruise? This is the best place to find tips and advice before you book your next voyage.

Hand washing to prevent norovirus
Tips & Advice

Over 180 go down with norovirus on a Royal Caribbean cruise: Here’s how to avoid it

WORDS BY Tallis Boerne Marcus . Oct 3 2024

SHOWCASE

Discover the Mediterranean in 6-star ultra-luxury with Scenic

Explore the best of the Mediterranean on the Scenic Eclipse in ultra-luxury. But the best is that a voyage on the Scenic Eclipse is all-inclusive where you get all-verandah, all-suite accommodation, top shelf beverages as well as shore excursions included.

Deals

Royal Caribbean has lined up short cruises from Brisbane for 2024.
Deals

Short cruises from Brisbane offered for as low as $249 pp

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . May 2 2024

SHOWCASE

My gourmet cruise through the South of France with Scenic

France is the quintessential river cruise destination: great food, beautiful historic towns and villages well set up to offer visitors an endless stream of fascinating shore excursions. My personal favourite is the south, where food and wine blend into the perfect culinary experience to delight every one of your senses. Lyon is the food capital of France - think the Burgundy wine region, the countryside that Vincent Van Gogh immortalised in his paintings. And you can try your hand at preparing French cuisine in a cooking class. Magnifique!

Peter Lynch, Editor in Chief, Cruise Passenger

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does my cruise price include?

Cruise fare usually includes your cabin, dining in select locations, access to most amenities and activities, and onboard entertainment. If you are booking a luxury cruise, your fare will include extras like shore excursions as well as specialty dining and top-shelf liquor. Luxury lines will often include butler service as well. But if you're thinking about a premium or family cruise line, you may have to purchase additional packages for beverages, specialty dining, and WiFi.

Are cruise drink packages worth it?

Some are, and some aren't.  See this ultimate guide to drinks packages: https://cruisepassenger.com.au/tips-advice/ultimate-guide-to-cruise-drinks-packages-2024

Which cruise line has the best reputation?

According to Cruise Passenger's own Readers' Choice Awards, Princess Cruises has the best overall reputation. See https://cruisepassenger.com.au/news/readers-choice-awards-2023/  

Which cities have banned cruise ships?

Venice. Bruges. Barcelona. Norwegian fjords. Amsterdam. Palma de Mallorca. Dubrovnik.