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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
APT, one of Australia’s leading luxury cruise and travel brands, has created a new partnership with Opera Australia that will see some extraordinary experiences for APT passengers. In a first, two of Australia’s finest singers and musicians from the company will perform in the Cathedral Gorge, in the heart of the Bungle Bungle range in … Read more
As part of Princess Cruises’ US$450 million fleet-wide refurbishment program, Diamond Princess has undergone an extensive 14 day dry dock in Singapore. The ship now includes new enhancements − such as upgrades for its outdoor Movies Under The Stars giant screen, an updated 7.1 surround sound digital audio and pool deck LED lighting enhancements. The … Read more
Travelmarvel, sister brand to APT, has this week announced three new ships – and a series of savings on next year’s sailings. Book in the next 12 weeks, and get $1,000 off per couple and free flights. There are savings of $3,000 per couple for coastal cruising. A big investment in new ships and refurbishment … Read more
A visit to a Dark Sky sanctuary, fishing trips and fabulous food experiences are transforming the New Zealand cruise experience. Princess Cruises, who carry a quarter of Australians who cross the Tasman, have transformed their Across the Ditch program with up to 20 exclusive and immersive experiences to make it as much about what’s on … Read more
Standing on the deck of your cruise ship taking the sea air, it’s hard to imagine that recent claims that you could be breathing in as much pollution as a pedestrian on the hazy streets of Beijing can be true. That’s probably because they aren’t. Ryan David Kennedy, assistant professor at the University’s Bloomberg School … Read more
Luxury line Silversea has announced a new itinerary – the first ever Expedition World Cruise set to launch in 2021 which will take you to some of the most remote destinations in the world. The line also marked the opening of the pre-sale of not only its Expedition World Cruise but also the 2021 World … 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.
