Bernadette Chua 
Dubrovnik, another city which has been swamped with tourists in recent years, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Cruise Lines International Association to work together to preserve the historic destination. As growing concerns over overtourism hit other cities like Barcelona in Spain and Venice in Italy, the Croatian government is taking the initiative … Read more
It was the holiday of a lifetime for the Wiegand family – kids, mothers and fathers, grandmothers and grandfathers were on what they thought was a relaxing family trip. But before the ship even departed from Puerto Rico, 18-month-old Chloe Wiegand, the baby of the family, plunged 11 stories to her death when she fell … Read more
The mother of the toddler who fell 11 floors from Royal Caribbean’s Freedom of the Seas said she plans to sue the cruise line in an interview, which was broadcasted on America’s NBC “Today” show. Kimberley Wiegand said that there are “a million things” the cruise company could have done to prevent the death of her … Read more
Solo travelling, as liberating as it can be, can be lonely at times. There are some evenings you may not want to dine alone. You may want to have a friend to grab a cocktail with. But how do you break the ice? Here are seven tips to help you find some cruise buddies. Join … Read more
Cruise veterans know a major faux pas in cruising etiquette is trying to reserve sunbeds on the pool deck. The cruise lines make it a point to put up ample signage telling passengers that reserving is just a no no. But still it goes on. Sometimes with a towel or an open magazine. Sometimes with … Read more
Royal Caribbean, the line famous for its fabulous and innovative rides, will soon be charging for some of them on Quantum of the Seas. The ship, which will be homeported in Singapore, a major fly-cruise hub for Australians, is known for activities like the North Star and Ripcord by iFly. The line said the charge … Read more
Pioneers of their time, Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) were the first to offer guests a dedicated area and staterooms for solo travellers. Aboard Norwegian Bliss, Norwegian Breakaway, Norwegian Encore, Norwegian Epic, Norwegian Escape, Norwegian Getaway as well as the Hawai`i-based Pride of America, NCL has revolutionised the cruising industry by introducing studio staterooms designed for … Read more
Elizabeth Taylor, the striking, raven-haired actress, known for her glitz and glamour also led an extravagant lifestyle. In 2011, the sale of some of her jewels sold for US$116 million at a Christie’s auction. And last year, her Beverly Hills mansion was listed on the market for a staggering US$15.9 million. Now, Cunard is giving … Read more
Whether you’re spending hot sticky nights eating chilli crab in a Singapore hawker market or perusing the neon lights of the shopping districts in Hong Kong, Asia remains one of the world’s most exciting regions. Asia has an allure which attracts culture lovers, foodies, shopaholics and travellers. A cruise aboard the luxurious Crystal Symphony, which … Read more