Te Pa Tu Cultural Tour

Why shore excursions are the best part of a New Zealand cruise with Royal Princess

It’s a coin toss between the North and South Islands of New Zealand – but Princess has options where you can get the best of both worlds.

Reviews

Norwegian Cruise Line ship in Santorini

How a magical Mediterranean cruise converted me to the Norwegian Escape

Kristie Kellahan steps onboard the Norwegian Escape on a Mediterranean cruise and discovers how it's the best way to see Europe.

Reviews

Crown Princess with the Swans flag

How I celebrated the Sydney Swans on a Princess cruise

There was plenty of 'Cheer Cheer the Red and the White' when the inaugural Sydney Swans Member Cruise set sail. Find out how you can get on the second voyage.

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Japanese eel and rice in a bowl

An Oceania cruise is the best way to see Japan

Andrea Black steps onboard an Oceania Cruises voyage around Japan and experiences the Land of the Rising Sun with the culinary-focused cruise line.

Asia, Reviews

Royal Caribbean celebrates the debut of Anthem of the Seas in Sydney, Australia

Anthem of the Seas Review: Royal Caribbean’s Exciting New Ship Hits Australia

Anthem of the Seas Review: Royal Caribbean’s Exciting New Ship Hits Australia Published by ... Read more

Royal Caribbean Cruises, Reviews

Jane Archer on her expedition cruise with Aurora Expeditions

How I converted my husband to become an expedition cruiser

“Why would I want to go somewhere cold,” has been my hubby Mark’s stock ... Read more

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Exploring Antarctica onboard the Silver Endeavour

How I escaped the dreaded Drake Passage on the Silver Endeavour

Wonder what it's like traveling across Antarctica's ice on silver service? Louise Goldsbury has just the review for you.

Reviews

Crown Princess vs Anthem of the Seas

Crown Princess vs Anthem of the Seas 2025

It’s a conundrum. To cruise on Crown Princess or Royal Caribbean International’s Anthem of the Seas?

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Disney Cruise Line for adults

How I sailed with Disney – but without the kids

Surrounded by costumed cast members and sugar-fuelled little ones, our writer tries to have a grown-up holiday on the high seas, writes Jane Knight.

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Dessert

How the plant-based dining movement is moving onto cruise ships

Oceania Cruises, which boasts the world’s best cuisine at sea, talks to us about its commitment to offering an array of plant-based meals.

Dining, Tips & Advice

Cruise Insurance: Is covering a senior to cruise like insuring an 18-year-old to drive?

Cruise Insurance: Is covering a senior to cruise like insuring an 18-year-old to drive?

Forcing insurance companies to lower the cost of travel insurance for older cruisers was ... Read more

Tips & Advice

Cruise insurance: Australian Finance Complaints Authority issues warning

Cruise insurance: Australian Finance Complaints Authority issues warning

The Australian Finance Complaints Authority has issued a warning to travellers to carefully read ... Read more

Tips & Advice

Best cruise activities for kids onboard

Best cruise activities for kids onboard

Dance contests, toys, books, movies, arts & crafts, sports competitions, special pools, water slides - there are practically endless options onboard to keep the little ones entertained. 

Tips & Advice

What about the kids? How COVID has turned cruising with children into a liability

The best cruise activities to check out on board 

Going on a cruise will take your family to exciting places, but you can have just as much fun onboard with these epic onboard activities.

Tips & Advice

Best Repositioning Cruises for 2022/23

Best Repositioning Cruises for 2022/23

Repositioning cruises can save cruise companies a lot of money, so what’s in it ... Read more

Tips & Advice

Personal butlers, Swarovski chandeliers: here are the worlds top luxury suites

Personal butlers, Swarovski chandeliers: here are the worlds top luxury suites

Superb staterooms, gourmet food, impressive wine lists, private shore excursions, and excellent personalised service ... Read more

Tips & Advice

From better prices to dealing with emergencies, why it's worth booking your cruise through an agent

From better prices to dealing with emergencies, why it’s worth booking your cruise through an agent

While Australians can hop on a plane and cruise anywhere around the world, the ... Read more

News, Tips & Advice

Clipart of a girl laying beside the pool

Insurance, air travel and quarantines – welcome to the future of travel

Without a crystal ball, the future of travel is hard to predict – but ... Read more

Airline, News, Tips & Advice