Tips & Advice

Crew School

Ever wondered where those obliging staff mostly come from, where they learned their craft, and what they like – and don’t like – about the business of serving you on board?

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Sep 12 2010
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Ships

Holland America Line

This venerable shipping company which bears a name that echoes its early days of transatlantic travel, has a long maritime history. Words: Caroline Gladstone. Since its foundation in 1873 as the Dutch-America Steamship Company, Holland […]

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Destinations

Antarctica

Further moves to keep passenger numbers in check and protect the environment mean this spectacular but vulnerable continent can be experienced only by a fortunate few.

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Tips & Advice
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Tips & Advice

Sea to Sky – Sites of the Winter Olympics

As Canada settles down after the 2010 Winter Olympics in British Columbia we have a look at the sites of Winter Olympics around the world, for a side-trip on your next cruise.

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Sep 12 2010
Destinations
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Reviews

South Pacific cruising with Island Escape

When you need a mid-year escape to recharge the batteries, a short cruise in the tropical waters of Vanuatu offers the perfect fix. A three-hour flight takes you from Australia or New Zealand to a completely different world: one of scenic, volcanic islands, vibrant coral reefs and a complex culture that spans thousands of years.

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Reviews

French Polynesia aboard Aranui 3

On islands as far away as one can get, a once-mighty Polynesian culture is gradually returning to its former glory.

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Sep 12 2010
Aranui Cruises reviews
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Activities & Entertainment

Top 10 – Cruise Writers’ Choice

With so many cruises on offer, how do you decide? Our cruising experts give their top picks for cuisine, kids’ clubs, service, entertainment and sheer whizz-bangery at sea.

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Sep 12 2010
Tips & Advice
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Destinations

South America

Cruising is the ideal way to explore the spectacular sights of this giant continent, which is now firmly on many Australian travellers’ wish lists.

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Destinations

Exploring the magical Middle East by cruise ship

Here, we give you the lowdown on our top 10 destinations for historical interest, lovely landscapes, super shopping, spectacular cities and fascinating village-life experiences.

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Sep 12 2010
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Reviews

Indonesia expedition aboard Orion

Cruising in Indonesia's lesser-known islands on board Orion is an eye-opening experience. You could spend a week here and discover something new every day – the spa alone offers enough rejuvenating treatments to keep you fully occupied.

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Sep 12 2010
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Destinations

Top 5 Cruise Experiences

As an award-winning travel writer and author of 15 books, Glenn A Baker has visited 115 countries and is a Life Member of the Australian Society of Travel Writers. Here he recalls his five most memorable seafaring adventures.

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Sep 12 2010
Tips & Advice
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Reviews

Across the top of Australia

There are no roads to this land. Expedition cruiser Roderick Eime goes in search of ancient art, mysteries and tales almost forgotten in Australia’s Top End.

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Sep 12 2010
Princess Cruises reviews
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