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Australia’s Kimberley coast has a magnetic effect. Once you’ve visited, you’ll long to return to discover – what lies in the next bay, what awaits at the end of the next gorge or what secrets are revealed on the walls in the next cave. Ponant’s expedition leader, Mick Fogg shares what he discovered. Often referred … Read more
There was a time a couple of years ago when cruise ships seemed destined to get bigger and bigger. The 6,000 passenger mark had been passed and industry watchers began to speculate on just how large it was possible to go. Meanwhile, the backlash against overtourism was beginning to affect popular ports like Venice, Dubrovnik … Read more
In another twist to the story of the cruise ship at the centre of the largest COVID-19 cluster in Australia, health officials have revealed a doctor’s report arrived AFTER the Ruby Princess docked in Sydney showing more cases. Had it been filed on time, it probably would have stopped passengers leaving without checks. According to … Read more
As countries in Europe tentatively ease the toughest of lockdowns and thoughts turn to salvaging at least the back end of the summer season, cruise fans are all asking the same question. When can we sail again? Ports in Europe are beginning to open, giving hope of eventual recovery. According to the Seatrade website, a … Read more
It’s been a hot topic of debate among cruisers of a certain age, especially since they are one of the largest groups that take to the sea. Over the last month, a number of lines have released new health and safety protocols, which require passengers over 70 to produce letters from their doctors confirming they … Read more
MSC Cruises announced a further extension of the halting of all its cruise departures fleet-wide through to 10 July, 2020. The line is offering guests affected, a Future Cruise Credit (FCC) for 125%, of the original cruise fare paid, to a future cruise of their choice – on any ship, on any itinerary — through to … Read more
Royal Caribbean is facing legal suits over its shore excursion to volcanic White Island in New Zealand in December. Twenty-one people died and many were injured when the island’s volcano erupted last year. All but two were from Ovation of the Seas, and the claim is that no-one was warned of the dangers, despite increased … Read more
Princess Cruises has today been awarded Australia’s Most Trusted Brand in the cruise sector in a survey conducted by Reader’s Digest among 2,800 of its Australian readers. The news will be welcomed by the line, which has featured in headlines surrounding the coronavirus outbreak, and is now the subject of a special commission of inquiry … Read more
Norwegian, Regent Seven Seas and Oceania Cruises have moved their scheduled cruising restart date to July. A notice on Norwegian’s website says: “We continue to closely monitor the COVID-19 coronavirus situation and the global health environment. With COVID-19 continuing to impact communities and ports around the globe, we have extended our voluntary temporary suspension of … 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.
