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The best destinations for cruise nature lovers

Cruising offers many ways for the passenger to get up close and personal with Nature’s finest.

Tips & Advice, Shore Excursions

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How to minimise your risks at your cruise port

As exciting and adventure filled as port time may be it is not without its risks.

Tips & Advice

Holland America

Expand your horizons onboard

If you want to make your vacation more educational, then there are classes and activities for you to do.

Activities & Entertainment, Tips & Advice

Waterways Africa

A world of waterways: Africa

The Nile River in Egypt is the heart of African river cruising, playing host to a great range of vessels, from simple traditional feluccas to very luxurious riverboats.

Destinations, Tips & Advice

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Dressed to kill

Among the practical considerations facing cruise passengers, the question of what to wear can be a significant point of contention.

Tips & Advice

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A world of waterways: North America

For those of us who grew up reading Mark Twain, a US river cruise is a voyage up the mighty Mississippi.

Tips & Advice, Destinations

Waterways Asia

A world of waterways: Asia

Not surprisingly, there’s a widening range of river cruising options across Asia. Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, India, China or even Borneo could be the destination for your next river cruise.

Destinations, Tips & Advice

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What your need to research before your adventure cruise

So you’ve decided to take your first adventure cruise. Where to go? What to take? Read this first.

Tips & Advice

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4 ways to splash some cash on your next cruise

Holidays should be fun, and even more so on a cruise ship because you can do as little or as much as you want, and the services are at your fingertips.

Tips & Advice

Star Princess in Alaska

Star Princess to headline Princess Cruises’ largest ever Alaska season in 2027

Princess Cruises has unveiled its largest Alaska season yet for 2027, featuring eight ships, 17 itineraries and the return of the Star Princess.

News

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Why Disney Cruises failed in Australia – and how it means our capacity will be down 38% 

When Disney first announced it would be sailing in Australia, it was a truly electric moment for the cruise and travel industry across the country. The energy was palpable as travel agents reported their phones ringing off the hook and the cruise community filled with excitement. 

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Passenger “cut open” and guests horrified as water slide splits open on Icon of the Seas

Passengers on board Icon of the Seas, the world’s largest cruise ship, faced chaos when an acrylic panel in the “Frightening Bolt” water slide shattered mid-ride, injuring a male guest.

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Cruise ships finally return to Port Vila in huge win for Vanuatu after earthquake

Since the tragic December 2024 earthquake, cruise ships haven’t been able to visit Port Vila, Vanuatu.

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Princess makes push into Asia, signalling major bid to get Aussies to fly cruise

While this is great news for locals of Japan and Singapore, it paints a slightly more complicated picture for Aussies.

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“Cruises from Adelaide would save us a fortune in flights”

This week, Celebrity Cruises announced its 2027/28 Australia season and the sailings have got people talking due to the inclusion of some overnight stays in Adelaide. 

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Anthem of the Seas first Aussie season – what’s new and where to go 

While it's largest similar to the Royal Caribbean ships we've seen in recent years, it does have a few unique features that are important to know.

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Vista on a World Cruise

Oceania Cruises’ new World Cruise segment to depart from Sydney

Oceania Cruises has revealed details of its new Kangaroo Route sailing – the first time the luxury line has had a world cruise depart from Australia.

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Reports say Disney Wonder won’t be returning to Australia next year

The Aussie cruise community has been filled with speculation that Disney Wonder won't be returning to Australia for the 2026/27 season.

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