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Want to stay up-to-date with the latest in cruise news? We bring you the best in consumer affairs, from the best cruise deals and comparisons to tips and advice so you can pick the best ship for you. Read up-to-date information on itineraries and destinations, onboard food, accommodation, and cruise news about all the most popular lines and operators. From the luxurious Regent Seven Seas to family fun on Royal Caribbean. We also cover brand-new launches, including some of the biggest vessels you have ever seen, such as the Icon of the Seas. Or smaller luxury ships like the Silver Nova. Whether you’re a Princess lover, or a Ponant adventurer, we will bring you the stories when they happen.

Itineraries and Destinations

It’s Wiggles v Disney as Royal Caribbean calls up an Aussie icon

Join Royal Caribbean and The Wiggles for a wiggly adventure! Exciting family holidays await in Australia. Compare with Disney Cruise Line's magic voyage.

WORDS BY Elliot Nash . Mar 26 2024
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Updated: Brilliance of the Seas cruise cut short, heads to Newcastle for repairs

Royal Caribbean’s Brilliance of the Seas has cut short its current South Pacific sailing and has limped back into Sydney with propulsion issues.

WORDS BY Grant Jones . Mar 25 2024
Cruise Consumers

Which is more affordable for a family: A cruise or a resort?

Cruisers are expressing concerns around the increase in cruise prices. What is more cost effective - a resort or cruise?

WORDS BY Tallis Boerne Marcus . Mar 22 2024
&Travel

‘Where should I take my married lover on holiday?’ – Kathy Lette

New columnist Kathy Lette on how to reconcile environmental anxiety with wanderlust in a relationship, plus how early is too early to arrive at the airport.

WORDS BY Kathy Lette . Mar 22 2024
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Essential Luxe: Silversea offers sail-only fares to save up to $5,000

Luxury boutique line, Silversea has broadened its price structure to attract holiday makers looking for last-minute deals and paying voyage only fares – minus flights, transfers and shore excursions.

WORDS BY Teresa Ooi . Mar 21 2024
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Panama Canal low water levels force cruise cancellations: What travellers need to know

Low water levels in the Panama Canal disrupt cruise itineraries, impacting global sea trade and travellers' plans. Stay informed for updates.

WORDS BY Elliot Nash . Mar 21 2024
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Charting a greener course: How the cruise industry sails against climate change

Discover how the global cruise industry is navigating climate challenges while charting a course towards a sustainable future on the open seas.

WORDS BY Elliot Nash . Mar 21 2024
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Legendary French chef Jacques Pepin passes on ladle

At 88 years of age, Jacques Pepin has finally decided to "semi-retire" from Oceania Cruises, the world's leading culinary-focused line. In his place, Oceania has appointed, not one but two Master chefs of France - Alexis Quaretti and Eric Barale as executive culinary directors.

WORDS BY Teresa Ooi . Mar 21 2024
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How the cruise industry narrowly averted the ‘worst disaster at sea’

Viking Sky narrowly averted 'one of the worst disasters at sea' after it lost all propulsion and steering during a severe storm five years ago.

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Mar 21 2024
Cruise Consumers

Mattresses on cruise balconies?! Travellers turn balcony into a seaside siesta sanctuary

Would you ever consider pulling your mattress out to the balcony aboard a cruise ship?

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Mar 20 2024
New Onboard

HX to offer all-inclusive expedition pricing

HX, Hurtigruten expedition brand will be introducing an all-inclusive pricing structure which will be standardise the whole fleet.

WORDS BY Bernadette Chua . Mar 19 2024
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Billionaire Palmer refloats Titanic II concept

Billionaire and Blue Star Line chairman Clive Palmer announces design plans for Titanic ll are back on track with a proposed 2027 launch.

WORDS BY Grant Jones . Mar 18 2024