Bernadette Chua 
Jackson Anthony was boarding Royal Caribbean’s Rhapsody of the Seas on a family holiday when he saw Monica Monk standing on a balcony for the first time. He turned to his mother and said, “I’m going to marry that girl.” Four years later, after a long distance relationship and many cruises with Royal Caribbean, the … Read more
MSC Cruises announced this week it would be sending a new build ship, the MSC Bellissima to sail around Asia by 2020. She will be the newest flagship for the region and will be tailored for the Asian market. The Bellissima will be launched in March 2019 and following her inaugural season in the Mediterranean, … Read more
It’s one of the most highly anticipated arrivals in the cruise world – the swanky and super sleek Ritz Carlton Yacht Collection group, which will be launched in February 2020, has released more details around its ships and sailings. Its 298-passenger all-inclusive ship from the uber luxurious Ritz Carlton group, will be sailing from Florida … Read more
If you’re looking for a non-traditional kind of cruise, there are a number of lines and travel agencies which offer everything from themed holidays to once-in-a-lifetime adventures. These cruises and holidays will also appeal to those on a bit of a tighter budget. Classy Europe by river Not your average kind of river cruise, Uniworld … Read more
Not all solo travellers are 18-year-old backpackers looking for a good time and many cruise lines are now catering for more mature passengers looking to make friends – or perhaps find romance. Lines have become sensitive to those travelling alone and often waive single supplement fees as well as provide solo cabins and often organise … Read more
While the days might be getting longer as winter heads our way, it’s definitely warming up in Europe – with one of the biggest wave seasons ever. For all those lucky Aussies and Kiwis heading to the northern hemisphere, the next six weeks will see half of this year’s scheduled new ships launched. This year … Read more
Royal Caribbean is trialing a new social media idea – by putting an Instagrammer onboard its ships to help you take the perfect photos. Onboard Symphony of the Seas, the largest ship in the world, the Instagramer-in- Chief will help guests capture the perfect holiday snaps. The social media app is now one of the … Read more
Cruise lines are supporting the idea of utilising Port Botany as an alternative berth due to the lack of space in Sydney Harbour. According to The Daily Telegraph, Sydney’s space issue has forced the government to consider new facilities at Port Botany – which is just a short distance from the city’s dirtiest beach. “The government … Read more
Princess Cruises’ Sapphire Princess has emerged from a two-week dry dock in Singapore with upgraded public spaces as well as a new signature logo on her bow. Finishing up a season cruising throughout Asia, Sapphire Princess has embarked on a 28-day voyage from Singapore to London, before beginning her European voyages. “Sapphire Princess is the latest … Read more
She's the most specious ship yet from luxury line Oceania Cruises. James Sitters tells Rose Kelly and Peter Lynch what's on board the new class of ship, including restaurants, spas and suites.
