How the strong Australian dollar can save you hundreds off your next cruise

Attendant

The Australian dollar is buying US70c for the first time in months, making your cruise cheaper, particularly with cruise lines that are charging guests in American dollars. So we asked cruise experts for their advice on how to take advantage of the savings –ย  including booking a cruise holiday in US dollars and even onboard … Read more

Carnival Cruise Line announces rare voyage from Sydney to Singapore

Carnival Cruises Singapore.

Carnival Cruise Line is offering Aussies the chance to escape the 2024 winter with a special 15-day voyage out to Singapore, as well as a 16-day return journey. The return journey includes a special ‘first in fleet’ visit to Jakarta aboard Carnival Splendor. Carnival Cruises Singapore sailings will begin when Carnival Splendor starts her journey … Read more

Cut price Antarctica cruises: The lines sailing the White Continent from just $2,500

Penguins in Antarctica

It’s the most prized destination on most cruisers’ bucket lists. The White Continent is becoming the number one aspirational place for many – even though sailing Antarctica can cost $10,000 plus per person, and trips can be physically demanding. The dream destination has always been the domain of small-ship cruise lines with expedition gear – … Read more

Norwegian Cruise Lines’ Africa cruises are returning with bigger and better itineraries

NCL Africa Cruises

Norwegian Cruise Line’s has revealed they will be returning to Africa after a successful inaugural season in the region. Norwegian Jadeย sailed the first NCL Africa season and now Norwegian Dawn will be joining the party, with both ships exploring the region between January and March 2024. The majority of itineraries have a strong focus on … Read more

Oceania Cruises Riviera set to sail Asia for the first time in 2024

Oceania Cruises Riviera

Oceania Cruises Rivieraย is set to make its maiden visit to Asia in 2024, set to visit destinations such Vietnam, China, Japan, India, Malaysia and more. Fresh off its 2022 refurbishments, the Riviera Asia 2024 season spans across 25 itineraries, with sailings varying greatly in length from 10 to 82 days. One of the blockbuster itineraries … Read more

Can cruising the high seas in style be cheaper than a retirement village? We find out

Retiring on a cruise ship

Australia’s retirement villages and homes are in crisis, with costs rising and staffing levels plummeting. But a new fleet of residential vessels now being built offer a new, cost effectiveย  – and much more attractive – solution.ย ย  Can cruising the world actually be cheaper than residential retirement living? Florida couple Angelyn and Richard Burk, who … Read more