Sapphire Princess review

Sapphire Princess proves a gem for food lovers

As a self-proclaimed foodie, I was eagerly anticipating the Sapphire Princess offering, as I ... Read more

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Silversea - Rolls Royce

Silversea is conquering Australia with food, glorious food

You can dine like a king at La Dame; grill your seafood and steaks ... Read more

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The staircase on the Oceania Insignia

Something old, something new – the refurbished Oceania Insignia

The new-look Martinis lounge aboard Oceania’s Insignia is brighter, smarter and more contemporary, but ... Read more

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Sky Princess

Take to the skies with the Sky Princess

The high-class, high-tech Sky Princess has finally launched, and Sue Bryant is a fan. ... Read more

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Norwegian Encore at sea

Three cheers for Norwegian Cruise Line’s Encore!

Is it a luxury ship with a race track? Or a contemporary ship with ... Read more

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Prana by Atzaro timber phinisi off Padar Island.

Chasing the dragons – a luxury voyage to Komodo Island

Nusa Kode’s heavily forested backbone slopes down to a horseshoe-shaped bay where the Banda ... Read more

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Marquesan men perform a traditional dance

Aranui takes you to some of the world’s most isolated places

As we stroll through the main street on Tahuata a man walks past with ... Read more

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Coral Expeditions Kimberley adventure

Parting of the seas: onboard a Kimberley Coral Expeditions adventure

Western Australia’s Kimberley region has one of the world’s wildest coastlines, much of which ... Read more

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S.A.L.T program on Silversea in Bali

Inside Silversea’s new S.A.L.T journeys

Becky Wiggins is one of the first to try Silversea’s new S.A.L.T program. After ... Read more

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Premium Cruise

What is a premium cruise?

If you enjoy staying at four- or five-star hotels, consider sailing with a cruise line that specialises in offering a premium product.

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Best Cruises Solo Traveller

Best cruises for the solo traveller

While cruising with your partner or family can be an overwhelmingly economical way to travel, cruising by yourself can become extremely expensive, especially if you’re slugged with an exorbitant “single supplement”, as the cruise lines like to call it.

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Luxary Cruise

What is a luxury cruise?

There are several cruise lines that specialise in offering all the high-quality creature comforts you need.

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Tahiti by Gaguin

Tahiti by Gauguin

It’s just after 6pm and time for the nightly sunset show. We mix a few cocktails in our stateroom suite, and step onto the balcony as the......

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Fond farewells – last nights on board

Anyone who has ever cruised will know the double-edged sword that can be the last night on board.......

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Travel Insurance

Travel Insurance: Make sure you’re well covered

If you can’t afford travel insurance, you can’t afford to travel – the costs ... Read more

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Australian Cruisers Pay More than Americans

Why do Australian cruisers pay more for their fares than Americans?

It’s a bone of contention among Australian cruise passengers although it’s a problem that is unlikely to be solved any time soon.

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Australia's Little Gems

Australia’s little gems

Smaller ports offer attractions that make cruising this part of the world an uncommon experience.

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Cruising Kimberly

The Kimberley – behind the scenes

Most Kimberley cruises offer you the chance to take an optional helicopter flight over Mitchell Plateau to the tiered pools and cascades of Mitchell Falls, an iconic part of the Kimberley. After travelling to the top of Australia, however, many passengers wish to explore further.

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