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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 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.
The Australian Government has issued new security warnings for major Middle Eastern aviation hubs after renewed military strikes across the region. But the UAE and Qatar remain at Level 3, “Reconsider your need to travel”, rather than returning to the Level 4 “Do not travel” status that previously created problems for Australian cruise passengers.
After the turmoil of 2026, more cruisers have returned to local destinations and ships – meaning ships will book out quickly.
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.
Cruise lines and travel companies have launched some of their biggest End of Financial Year (EOFY) sales, with discounts, free flights and more.
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.
Star Princess is sailing her first season – and these stunning photographs take you there.
The cruise industry, like so many areas of travel, is recovering from three months of turmoil thanks to the Middle East crisis.
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
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.
