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Ponant launches four new ships

Luxury-line Ponant has released a new video showing new renderings of its four new polar class ships, launching from 2018. The ships will take you to breathtaking parts of the world – from the arctic […]

WORDS BY Bernadette Chua . Apr 29 2016
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Bookings officially open for Ovation of the Seas

Royal Caribbean has officially opened bookings for Ovation of the Seas newest sailings. Earlier this month, the line announced four new itineraries after an overwhelming demand for the Australia’s largest ships. The new cruises include […]

WORDS BY Bernadette Chua . Apr 29 2016
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P&O wants Aussie cruisers to sail from Singapore

For the first time in 10 years, P&O Cruises will be basing one of its Australian fleet in Singapore for part of the year. The new Pacific Eden will head to Singapore in July and […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Apr 29 2016
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6 secrets to saving money on your cruise

You’ve just paid thousands of dollars for your dream cruise and while things like entertainment, food and activities onboard are included, the incidentals can quickly add up. But if you’re in the know, there are […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Apr 29 2016
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Strong Aussie dollar puts money in your pocket

Travellers rejoice! The Australian dollar is worth more than it has been in the past 12 months – and that means more money in your pocket. A$1 is currently worth almost US0.80c; an increase of […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Apr 29 2016
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Freak wave hits Rhapsody of the Seas in the Mediterranean

Several passengers onboard Royal Caribbean’s Rhapsody of the Seas were injured after a ‘freak wave’ hit the ship on a cruise in the Mediterranean on Monday. According to a tweet from Kerry Boyd, a passenger […]

WORDS BY Bernadette Chua . Apr 27 2016
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Class action against Scenic starts today

Over 1,000 unhappy passengers took their class action against leading cruise company Scenic Tours to the NSW Supreme Court today in a case the industry will be watching closely for its ramifications. Changing river conditions […]

WORDS BY Bernadette Chua . Apr 26 2016
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Royal Caribbean farewells Australia after a successful wave season

Royal Caribbean’s Explorer of the Seas made her final call to Sydney last Saturday, marking the end of the summer cruise season for the company in Australia. Azamar Club Cruises, Celebrity Cruises and Royal Caribbean […]

WORDS BY Bernadette Chua . Apr 26 2016
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Fathom’s inaugural cruise a success

Hundreds of cruisers were onboard the MV Adonia for the inaugural voyage of Carnival Corporation’s Fathom holiday – a program where guests have a chance help people in need. Fathom’s first voyage was a seven-night […]

WORDS BY Bernadette Chua . Apr 26 2016
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At last! Really cheap rates for onboard internet

MSC Cruises has made the latest move in the onboard Wi-Fi wars with a new range of multi-device packages that are the best value at sea. MSC’s basic Social Package is priced from €3.90 (A$5.70) per […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Apr 22 2016
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Princess Cruises’ tour of New Zealand

One of the most popular destinations among Australian cruisers is New Zealand. Princess Cruises regularly visits a number of destinations in New Zealand like Auckland, Wellington, as well as the Dusky and Milford Sound. This […]

WORDS BY Bernadette Chua . Apr 22 2016
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