Spectrum of the Seas review

The full spectrum: our first look at Spectrum of the Seas

Spectrum of the Seas is homeporting in Shanghai – an excellent fly-cruise destination for ... Read more

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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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The Mekong APT

MV Mekong Explorer

Our seasoned expedition cruiser finds that South-East Asia’s busiest waterway still has room for adventure – and a little bit of luxury.

Tips & Advice, Reviews

Kiwi Cruising

Top New Zealand Cruise Ports in 2025

As the country boasts more than 15,000 kilometres of coastline, much of New Zealand can be explored by sea.

Tips & Advice, Destinations

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The best small ship cruises in Fiji

Throw away the usual brochures and set sail in a small ship to the ‘real’ Fiji.

Destinations, Tips & Advice

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Best Shore Excursions in Asia

For a different perspective on our neighbouring region’s most popular holiday destinations, consider an Asian cruise.

Shore Excursions, Tips & Advice

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Top Bars on Cruise Ships

From piano bars to ice bars, check out some of the best cruise ship watering holes.

Tips & Advice, Dining

dubai port review

Dubai – Port Review

Essentials Language: Arabic, but English is widely spoken. Currency: UAE Dirham. Docking/Anchoring: Dubai has ... Read more

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Bangkok River Cruise Port Review

It's hot, steamy, crowded and always on the move, but Thailand's sprawling capital is also a diverse city with many areas to visit, and attractions for visitors to enjoy......

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The best cruise ship decks

Going topside is not what it used to be – it’s better.

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A regal MSC event with Sophia Loren

Some of the largest and most splendid vessels afloat, MSC Cruises’ Italian-styled ships have plenty to entertain...

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