How the Middle East conflict has changed cruising – here’s what you need to know
the resumption of conflict in the Middle East hasn’t stopped travel to Europe, but has changed cruising in the region for some time to come.
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Peter Lynch has cruised more than 50 times on some of the most iconic ships. He has 30 years experience writing, editing and publishing in Asia, Europe, and Australia in media organisations like The Times of London, Straits Times, Singapore, The South China Morning Post and The Sydney Morning Herald. He is also a marketer, who has created campaigns in social affairs, finance and travel. He is a prolific podcaster, and now owns leading magazines, websites and other channels in Australia and Asia.
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Australians now third largest buyers, says the world’s most luxurious cruise line
Australians have pushed the country to Number 3 in the world for luxury spending in cruise. They are buying bigger suites and longer voyages, despite the cost of living crises. That’s why Regent Seven Seas and Oceania Cruises are sending ships here, says Global Ambassador Steve Odell in this exclusive interview.
Cruise Passenger’s best cruises for Australians in 2027: the holidays worth booking now
After the turmoil of 2026, more cruisers have returned to local destinations and ships – meaning ships will book out quickly.
Can Legend of the Seas win over Europe’s toughest cruise city?
Legend of the Seas arrives in Barcelona as Royal Caribbean takes its boldest European gamble yet. The ship can carry 7,600 passengers and with crew has 10,000 on board. But she is an amazing piece of engineering, powered by LNG and claims the best green credentials in cruise.
EOFY cruise sale: 10 best deals ending June 30 – and how to get a genuine bargain
Cruise lines and travel companies have launched some of their biggest End of Financial Year (EOFY) sales, with discounts, free flights and more.
Why Tahiti is betting on cruise tourism as direct flights bring paradise closer
Tourism leaders from French Polynesia have unveiled an ambitious new push into the Australian market, built around a simple proposition: Tahiti is no longer just a honeymoon destination for the wealthy. It is a diverse, accessible and sustainable destination that is best explored by ship.
Alaska, the last great wilderness: spectacular pictures from the Star Princess
Star Princess is sailing her first season – and these stunning photographs take you there.
Australia can’t afford to lose the cruise industry – it’s time Canberra took notice
The cruise industry, like so many areas of travel, is recovering from three months of turmoil thanks to the Middle East crisis.
Crystal Grace’s top suites selling out two years before launch – here’s a preview of the ship
When Crystal Grace sails from Rome on June 11, 2028, it will mark much more than the launch of a new cruise ship. It will be the culmination of one of the most remarkable comeback stories in modern cruising. Crystal Grace is the first new-build ship in more than two decades for a luxury line … Read more
