Teresa Ooi 
Australia’s cruise industry yesterday reacted angrily to news that Canada is reopening to sailings – leaving Australia as the only leading cruise nation where the government is doing nothing about a resumption. To rub salt in the wound, an astonishing 43,000 cruisers have sent notes to their MPs – only to receive a stock letter … Read more
Bergen is an international city with a big heart and a small town vibe. Surrounded by seven mountains and seven fjords, the city has an infectious charm that permeates its daily life which visitors find absolutely irresistible. Bergen boasts a history that is encapsulated in the beautifully preserved wooden buildings of Bryggen, now a UNESCO … Read more
The ultra-luxury Scenic Eclipse, which was to have sailed its first Kimberley season this year, will now cruise the Red Sea for the first time from Jeddah in Saudi Arabia. Scenic Eclipse will homeport in Jeddah from July 17 to December 9, offering tailor-made itineraries including port calls at Yanbu, the diving capital of Saudi … Read more
Choice, Australian Competition and Consumer Commission and NSW Fair Trading have waded into the multi-million-dollar refunds mess this week as COVID chaos costs passengers tens of thousands of dollars and continues to damage trust. Less than 20 per cent of those owed money for cancelled holidays – cruise lines prominent among them – got a … Read more
This is your rare chance to combine a fabulous train journey across the Nullabor Plain, an enchanting cruise on the Murray River and two city stays with flights, hotels and escorted tours on a 13-night unbeatable holiday. This wonderful adventure will see you board the magnificent Indian Pacific in Sydney for your transcontinental train journey … Read more
Indigenous operator, Wijingarra Tours on the Kimberley coast, is struggling to survive with 70 per cent of its bookings cancelled – thanks to the international cruise ship ban and the pandemic. “Its been really tough on us. Nothing happened last year with no tours – all our tours did not operate. This year, we have … Read more
This is your chance to save up to $3000 per cabin with Hurtigruten Expeditions’ End of Financial Year Sale! You can travel to the polar regions to experience Alaska’s breathtaking wilderness, immerse yourself in the colourful history of South America or chase the magical Northern Lights in Norway. But hurry you have to book by … Read more
You will be blown away by singer, Delta Goodrem when she will showcase her sultry and sexy voice at an exclusive concert in the heart of the Blue Mountains. Ms Goodrem will serenade you with hits such as Wings and Solid Gold at a magical evening with the stars twinkling above as her sensual voice … Read more
Celebratory chef Luke Mangan has called on the government for a clear “pathway’’ to restart cruising in Australian waters. “It’s going to take at least three months or so to get ships up and ready and to get them ready for people to cruise again. “I know for a fact the cruise companies will only … 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.
