Norwegian Jewel

Our first review: the new-look Norwegian Jewel

We are sitting at Tsar’s Restaurant aboard the newly refurbished Norwegian Jewel as the ... Read more

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Queen Elizabeth, Cunard

Queen Elizabeth

Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth is coming to Australia for the longest stay ever. Teresa Ooi ... Read more

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MSC Seaside

MSC Seaside

MSC Cruises’ latest ship is the first of the line’s new generation of vessels ... Read more

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Norwegian Spirit

Norwegian Spirit

It’s always a gamble taking a Mediterranean cruise in January or February, but you ... Read more

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Star Clipper Review 2018

Star Clipper Review 2018

Back after an eight-year absence, Star Clipper is getting passengers far from the madding ... Read more

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Oceania Regatta

Oceania Regatta

FACT FILE: Line: Oceania Cruises Launched: 1998 Size: 30,277 tonnes Passengers: 684 Crew: 400 ... Read more

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Viking Sun

Viking Sun

FACT FILE: Line: Viking Cruises Launched: 2017 Size: 47,800 tonnes Passengers: 930 Crew: 545 ... Read more

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Seven Seas Navigator

Seven Seas Navigator

FACT FILE Line: Regent Seven Seas Cruises Launched: 1991 Size: 33,000 tonnes Crew: 345 ... Read more

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ABOARD Genting Dream

ABOARD Genting Dream

Peter Lynch samples life aboard the Genting Dream, where Josip the butler is on ... 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......

Tips & Advice, Destinations

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.

Tips & Advice, Destinations

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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