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Spain is opening its borders to overseas tourists this month – but is maintaining its ban on cruise ships calling at any Spanish port. One of the most popular destinations for Mediterranean cruise itineraries, Spain banned cruise ships three months ago to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Spain played host to more than 10 million … Read more
There has been, understandably, a lot of uncertainty about future travel plans. While we might be able to book a holiday for 2021 and 2022, we may not be able to get an insurance policy to ensure we feel secure. Since March 2020, many companies have suspended sales of both domestic and international travel insurance … Read more
Luxury line, Scenic has unveiled hidden wonders of European river cruises for 2021 including two new culinary itineraries in France. The French gastronomic itineraries include Tastes of Southern France on the Rhone and Flavours of Bordeaux on the Garonne. Highlight of the journey will be a dinner prepared by Michelin-starred chef Didier Goiffon and a … Read more
The boss of Qantas, Alan Joyce has stated publicly what many in travel have been saying in private: Australia’s major airline will not be flying internationally until July 2021. With the exception of New Zealand and a handful of other ‘travel bubble’ destinations, all international flying will be suspended unless a coronavirus vaccine is released. … Read more
It’s a girl – delivered 37,000 feet in the air. When a passenger on board an Emirates flight, went into labour, two Carnival Cruise Line nurses, Christine Anne and John helped deliver a healthy baby girl. The newborn has been named Sky. The two crew members from the cruise ship Carnival Breeze, were being repatriated … Read more
Many holiday options in the next two months are nearly booked out so get in quick to save your spot. We have found travel deals for staycations all over Australia from quiet resorts to short city getaways. For more adventure, there are also ski season deals, wine tours as well as cheap flights to your … Read more
The smell of sizzling bacon, hot coffee and toast wafting through the lobby of a hotel is a ritual, and a well-loved part of the holiday experience. For many, breakfast is the most substantial meal of the day whilst travelling – filling up on a spread of Danish pastries, scrambled eggs and fruit piled up … Read more
The cruise industry has again halted sailings in the key US market, this time until September 15. The surprise move – some lines have indicated they intended to start sailings before this date – comes as the industry continues to work with the influential Centers for Disease Control and Preventions to get agreed health protocols … Read more
It was a momentous occasion for Norwegian line, Hurtigruten. This week, Hurtigruten’s Ms Finnmarken set sail from Bergen on a 12-day Original Coastal Voyage on the coast of Norway. With mostly Danish and Norwegian holidaymakers on board, this is the first time passengers have been able to take a full coastal cruise since the COVID-19 … 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.
