Teresa Ooi 
Hurtigruten Expeditions is expanding its global reach offering unique voyages to one of the world’s most iconic destinations – the Galapagos Islands – in January next year. Hurtigruten is also partnering with an experienced travel company, the Ecuador-based Metropolitan Touring to operate its itineraries in the Galapagos. The partnership will see passengers explore the islands’ … Read more
In an old fish landing depot in the center of Svolvaer, local beer enthusiast Thorvardur started Lofoten’s first brewery in 1937, with a distinctive taste that comes from mother nature. You can savour and sip Lofoten’s first and only microbrews with Hurtigruten Norwegian Coastal Express from $9999* per person including flights. But hurry, you have … Read more
If you want to take in the treasures of South Australia and Kangaroo Island before embarking on an unforgettable three-day cruise on the Murray River, this is the ideal holiday for you. Your adventure starts in Adelaide, popularly known as the City of Churches and recently voted as one of the most liveable cities in … Read more
As some travellers head out on their first cruises in Europe, they will face many new health protocols and enhanced cleaning procedures to make their journeys safer. While vaccinations, temperature checks, social distancing and wearing of face masks may be compulsory for some cruise lines, COVID-19 has also changed the way cabins are sanitised. Cabins … Read more
Carole Smethurst, founder of award-winning Bicton Travel, has been devastated by the pandemic which has seen her company’s annual turnover plummet from $40 million to $1.5 million. “I feel like a ruined woman,” she told Cruise Passenger. And she is not alone. The industry has this week been hit by a double whammy – the … Read more
Superyacht charters are riding a high as the pandemic forces wealthy Australians to holiday at home, spending up to a cool $780,000 a week to charter super-luxury yachts like Lady E. But they almost suffered the same fate as cruise ships. Chief executive of Superyacht Australia & Australian Commercial Marine Group David Good told Cruise … Read more
This is a dream holiday come true. Husky and reindeer sledding, slumbering in a glass igloo and cruising past magnificent fjords in search of the magical Northern Lights. Known as Aurora Borealis, the Northern Lights appear at night when the sky is pitch black. It is one of the world’s most extraordinary sights as green, … Read more
This is your chance to immerse yourself in the wonders of Queensland taking in the Great Barrier Reef, a rainforest rail journey, Aboriginal culture and some of the amazing wildlife of Australia. You will also experience the scenic Spirit of Queensland train journey from Brisbane to Cairns in a contemporary and comfortable carriage enjoying a … Read more
MSC is to enter the luxury market with the launch of Explora Journeys, targeting well-heeled travellers who want to sail in style. The first of four luxury ships, Explora l will debut in 2023 with the remaining ships in 2024, 2025 and 2026. MSC’s entry into the five-star market is expected to challenge established luxury … 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.
