The Australian Government has issued new security warnings for major Middle Eastern aviation hubs after renewed military strikes across the region. But the UAE and Qatar remain at Level 3, “Reconsider your need to travel”, rather than returning to the Level 4 “Do not travel” status that previously created problems for Australian cruise passengers.
Over the years the landscape of cruising has shifted from an all-inclusive experience to one where you pay for your extras, such as drinks, wifi, specialty dining, certain entertainment and more.
A new report from a European environmental company suggests cruise ships should be taxed more. But the cruise industry has said it would disadvantage smaller communities that benefit.
Netflix is releasing a new documentary about the disaster of Costa Concordia, a Costa Cruises ship which tragically capsized in 2012, claiming 32 lives.
Legend of the Seas arrives in Barcelona as Royal Caribbean takes its boldest European gamble yet. The ship can carry 7,600 passengers and with crew has 10,000 on board. But she is an amazing piece of engineering, powered by LNG and claims the best green credentials in cruise.
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.
