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Naomi Toy

Naomi is an experienced entertainment and lifestyle journalist and editor who has worked for leading newspapers, magazines and websites both in Australia and overseas. Based in Sydney, her work focuses on destinations, culture and tourism, bringing an understanding of what appeals to a broad range of travellers.

13 Published Articles

Cruise bookings are back - three important things you need to know right now

Fly-cruise passengers continue to book, but our air capacity won’t be the same for some time, experts warn

Australians planning a Mediterranean, Adriatic or Northern European cruise in 2027 or 2028, might ... Read more

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Middle East flights crisis: Wealthy pay twice while the rest of us rebook or ignore the warnings

While the wealthy throw money at their problems, the budget-savvy are snapping up deals to markets away from Europe, such as Canada, Hawaii and Japan.

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Zodiac excursion on Kimberley sailing.

Kimberley cruise season 2026 underway as one line signals a ship reshuffle

As the Kimberley cruise season gets underway for 2026, Seabourn has announced it’s leaving ... Read more

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Norwegian Aura floated out

NCL’s biggest ship ever Norwegian Aura floated out

Norwegian Aura has touched water for the first time, marking a major milestone in her construction.

News, Norwegian Cruise Line

A young woman in a pink dress stands in front of a large cruise ship

A record number of Australians are cruising – but more are heading overseas to sail

Australian cruisers are younger and taking shorter cruises, a new report shows, but we risk losing the next generation to overseas markets.

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Windstar Star Explorer

Is it an ocean cruiser? Is it a river ship? Windstar unveils vessel that can do both

Windstar has launched a new concept in cruising, combining river and ocean sailing all on the one ship.

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side view of cruise ship oceania marina in sydney harbour

Oceania Marina refurbishment a “stem-to-stern” overhaul

The Oceania Marina refurbishment will see a "reimagining" of the ship's staterooms, public areas, dining venues and more.

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Side view of cruise ship Emerald Kaia on the ocean

What a gem! Emerald Kaia welcomes first guests on its maiden voyage

Emerald Kaia will spend its maiden season in the Mediterranean before repositioning to the Caribbean.

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Chocolate cakes on a plate

Yes chef! Oceania Cruises launches onboard pastry and baking training program

In what’s being touted as a first for the cruise industry, Oceania Cruises has ... Read more

News, Oceania Cruises

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