Paul Gauguin cruise review

The quintessential romantic paradise favoured by the rich and famous

A luxury cruise makes the most sense in French Polynesia, finds David Dickstein. Watch ... Read more

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Orient Express

Onboard the luxurious Eastern and Oriental Express

All aboard a luxury trip on one of Asia’s most famous ribbons of steel, the Eastern and Oriental Express.

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Crystal Symphony

Crystal Symphony – the pinnacle of high-class cruising

Crystal Symphony is fresh from a renovation, and is the pinnacle of high-class cruising, ... Read more

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CMV Columbus review

CMV’s Columbus is a pearler – and full of surprises

As the CMV’s Columbus pulled away from the docks of Yokohama in Japan, there ... Read more

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Oceania Insignia

Oceania Insignia a food lover’s paradise

The line that lays claim to “the best cuisine at sea” sent its newest ... Read more

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Le Laperouse, Ponant

On board Le Laperouse – Ponant’s newest adventure ship

To say Ponant does things their own way is a bit of an understatement. ... Read more

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Alaskan cruise on the Star Princess

Discovering the most breathtaking scenery on the planet

An Alaska cruise is a chance to discover some of the most breathtaking and ... Read more

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My cruise with Oprah

My cruise with Oprah and 2,400 of her fans

I figured I would be in the minority, but I hadn’t realized the enormity ... Read more

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Viking Orion in Sydney

Viking Orion sets a new standard for value

Viking Orion is sailing our waters this season – promising to be the first ... Read more

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Royal Caribbean large cruise ship

The best of large cruise ships

If you’re looking for all the bells and whistles, large cruise ships have all the latest and greatest rides and attractions.

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There are a range of activities for seniors on cruising

The best cruise lines for seniors

‘Senior cruiser’ is a broad term for the over-55s that does not apply to everyone in the same way.

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Three women stand chatting on a Norwegian Cruise Line ship

How to choose a cruise

There are seven key points to take into consideration when you choose your cruise. We finds out what you need to ask yourself before booking your first sailing.

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A couple at the Meridian Lounge on Regent Seven Seas

The best cruise lines for luxury cruisers

Luxury cruisers will find all the finer things in life on a luxury cruise. Gourmet cuisine, fine wines, an open bar and highly personalised service are guaranteed.

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MSC World America and Icon of the Seas

Dare to compare: MSC World America and Icon of the Seas, battle of the heavyweights

Read our comparison of two of the world's biggest ships: MSC World America and Icon of the Seas.

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Waterslides at Thrill Island on Icon of the Seas

Why choose ocean cruising

Holidays on the ocean have never been so popular. Now there’s an itinerary to suit every traveller’s bucket list.

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back-to-back cruise

Here’s how you can retire at sea without risking your savings

The collapse of some cruise companies promising retirement at sea has made many feel the dream is unattainable.

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a woman wears jeans on a cruise ship

The great dress code debate is back: Denim do or don’t? Which side are you on?

The controversy around whether or not jeans are acceptable attire for dining on a cruise is highly debated.

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Champagne on ice in a luxury bar

Why choose a luxury cruise

Many things make a cruise super-special in the rarified world of luxury cruising. It’s an all-inclusive, immersive experience.

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