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Nothing spoils a cruise holiday like sickness due to poor hygiene standards aboard a ship. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) most recent inspections in the US ports reveal the cleanest ships cruising American waters. So you can jump aboard these sparkling vessels that are sailing out of the US to destinations in … Read more
Luxury cruise line, Silversea, is sending solo travellers a Valentine’s week gift- no supplements on an unprecedented 14 voyages, plus upgrades and onboard spending. “One is the perfect number. Now is the perfect time,” says the line, which maintains its staff, service and “strong sense of community” is perfect for single travellers. The promotion applies to … Read more
Luxury cruise line Scenic, which has been battling to build its first discovery yacht at a strike-hit yard in Croatia, has been forced to concede another delay. The much-anticipated launch of the high-tech Scenic Eclipse, with two submarines and a helicopter, has been pushed back four months to August 15, 2109 – its second big … Read more
Carnival Cruise Line revealed the much-anticipated design for Carnival Splendor’s new WaterWorks. It includes two thrilling waterslides and a SplashZone to be added as part of her extensive dry dock in November, in anticipation of her arrival into her new homeport of Sydney in December this year. Building on Carnival’s reputation for jaw-dropping waterslides, Carnival Splendor, set to become the newest … Read more
Luxury line Seabourn has revealed a number of new shore excursions for 2019. The new shore excursions offer a diverse mix of opportunities including wellness-focused tours of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Alaska, a Picasso Museum exclusive visit, and culinary and art experiences secured through local connections, among others. “Shore excursions are always a highlight as … Read more
Cunard’s love affair with Australia means luxury liner Queen Elizabeth will spend another record season down under, the line has announced. Starting her second season, Queen Elizabeth is now set to sail for 118 days in 2020-21 – cementing the line’s homeporting in Melbourne and a firm indication Australia is set to be the famous … Read more
The troubled construction of the Scenic Eclipse, Australia’s first ultra-luxe expedition yacht, appeared yesterday to be in the hands of another Croatian shipyard. The financially-challenged Uljanik, where the $250 million yacht is nearing completion with a deadline of some six weeks, has chosen Brodosplit over Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri Group. There are reports Fincantieri, one of … Read more
It’s a dream for most – travelling the world and being paid for your ‘efforts’. If you know how to use Instagram, then Royal Caribbean has got the job for you. The big-ship line are once again on a hunt for an Apprentice Shore Explorer to discover the world and document their travels on Instagram. … Read more
Alaska is shaping up to be the hot cruise destination of 2019, estimated to attract more than 1.3 million passengers this year. That’s 175,000 more visitors than last year. Australians love Alaska. We’re the fifth largest market for cruise visits. So what’s powering the rise and rise of the land of adventure? Not only are … 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.
