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As fuel prices, airfares and hotels skyrocket in price across the globe, most types of travel are becoming more and more inaccessible as even COVID savings struggle to cover the cost of a holiday.
While cruise ships have been outlawed from docking in Venice in a bid to curb overtourism, Norwegian Cruise Line seems to have found a loophole. Norwegian Gem anchored itself a bit out of Venice and then put all 1500 passengers into motor boats that took passengers straight into St Mark’s Square and came back to fetch … Read more
Last month, Crystal Cruises was thrown a lifeline by A&K Travel Group Ltd, who purchased two of its ships and the rights to its name. While the finer details are still being worked out, this week it was revealed Crystal Symphony and Crystal Serenity could both be sailing in 2023, with bookings said to be … Read more
It was the story that turned the tide for cruising in Australia:Â The Coral Princess went from zero to hero in a day after members of her crew and a few passengers caught COVID. Some media outlets chose to headline the story, labelling her “riddled” with the virus and claiming it as a major outbreak. … Read more
If you want a month-long cruise that takes you all the way from the magic of the Mediterranean to the wonders of Western Australia, Cunard and Imagine Holidays have the journey for you. ‘Sensational Barcelona and Sumptuous Cunard Voyage to Fremantle’ is Imagine Holidays latest cruise offering and if you’re craving some cuisine, culture and … Read more
P&O’s Pacific Explorer arrived in Sydney on Monday morning with more than 100 passengers testing positive to the virus. But passengers disembarking said it had been handled well, and just a few passengers had caused some problems. At the end of a nine-day roundtrip out of Sydney, there are about 2800 crew and passengers onboard, with all … Read more
A homegrown and beloved cruise line, Coral Expeditions, has long thrilled Australians with the chance to see all the most spectacular corners and crevices this country has to offer. However, now they want to show you the world. Coral Expeditions is launching a range of cruises as part of their ‘Small Islands of the World’ … Read more
Ponant has launched its 2023/2024 voyages for the southern hemisphere summer and the menu is nothing but spectacular. You can expect not just the Ponant luxurious facilities and top-tier service but also the chance to visit truly remote locations and sink your feet into sand and soil that’s yet to be spoiled by the typical … Read more
Western Australia’s ban on cruise will finally end on October 1 and plenty of ships are already scheduled to roll through their shores. Southern Ports, who run the ports of Bunbury, Albany and Esperance have bookings starting from October 30. Southern Ports chief executive Steve Lewis told ABC News that October 30 will signify a … Read more