Great Australian Adventures
Some cruise lines drop strict health requirements, but Aussie ships maintain testing before boarding
It’s been a week in which two significant moves demonstrate life may soon get back to normality for cruise passengers. The usually tough Centre for Disease Control and Protection (CDC) in the US announced it […]
Judge rules US and UK passengers can join Ruby Princess class action
International passengers involved in the Australian class action over the coronavirus outbreak on board the Ruby Princess have won their right to be included in the lawsuit, a judge has ruled. Susan Karpik commenced representative […]
Lawyers claim Carnival will say passengers aboard Ruby Princess “failed to take reasonable care”
Lawyers acting on behalf of hundreds of passengers taking action over the Ruby Princess COVID-19 outbreak claim Carnival PLC and Princess Cruises’ defence documents indicate the company could maintain passengers should share some of the […]
Australia extends international travel ban until June 17 as cruise talks continue
The new strains of COVID 19 have forced the Australian government to extend the international travel ban until June – but talks over the resumption of cruising are continuing, according to a statement tonight from […]
At last! – glimmer of hope as states start opening borders…even Queensland
At least two more states are opening their borders to New South Wales giving fresh hopes to Sydneysiders looking to travel to the Northern Territory and South Australia for the upcoming school holidays. And even […]
Insurance, air travel and quarantines – welcome to the future of travel
Without a crystal ball, the future of travel is hard to predict – but here’s what we know so far. Brittany Lazarus reports. Travel insurance While you should not travel without it, travel insurance is […]
A romantic Sydney getaway from $240 per night – the best Aussie deals
Friends with benefits Ovolo Hotels are offering a 25% discount when you sign up to their ‘friends with benefits’ program on any two night stay booked Australia wide. A bottle of wine and chocolates can […]
Animal magic – the sanctuaries where you can take the kids
Sanctuaries offer animal-loving travellers a chance to contribute and get up close and personal with rescued wildlife, writes Linda Moon. I’ve fallen in love… with three friendly turkeys. Emitting a musical coo, they waddle after […]
Save $850 on a Queensland holiday; glamping on Kangaroo Island – the best deals of the week
Glamorous Townsville resort stay Experience Miami-inspired glamour and retro style at The Ville Resort-Casino. Your stay will include daily breakfast and a daily drink or cocktail voucher per person, a $50 food and drinks credit […]
A first timer cruiser’s gourmet cruise through New Zealand
Oceania Cruises’ refurbished flagship Regatta provides a luxurious base from which to explore New Zealand, finds first-time cruiser Fiona Ralph. While I’ve travelled the length and breadth of New Zealand by road and air, I […]