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.

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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.

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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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Stockholm Sweden

Sail from late 2021 – cruise deals starting from $91 per person, per night

This week we find some of the best deals for cruises departing in late ... Read more

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Kangaroo Island

Premium and luxury cruise deals from $108 per person, per night

There are still plenty of 2021/22 cruise deals to be had and this week ... Read more

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Deals

Hurry: the best 2021 cruise deals from $66 per person

Flash sales, reduced deposits and free onboard spending. Cruise lines are pulling out all ... Read more

Tips & Advice

Man and koala

Five essential travel tips to keep you safe on your journeys

Great deals, fabulous experiences and the chance to enjoy our own backyard – what’s ... Read more

News, Tips & Advice

A man on top rocks

Every state and territory: what you can and can’t do

Thredbo’s website crashed as 30,000 Aussies raced to get ski tickets last week. Is ... Read more

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Kangaroos, a woman inside the car

The great escape – 10 best Aussie road trips

Dreaming of wide highways and big country scenery? Craig Tansley reveals the 10 best ... Read more

News, Tips & Advice

Viking Expeditions Zodiacs

The ultimate list of Polar cruise deals to book now and explore later

Ice expedition cruising has been one of the fastest growing travel sectors in years. ... Read more

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The pool deck on the Oceania Insignia

The BIG cruise dilemma: cancel for a refund or take the Future Cruise Credit?

When your cruise is cancelled, you’re often faced with a choice: a Future Cruise ... Read more

Tips & Advice

Carnival Australia offers ships as hospitals during coronavirus pandemic

Exclusive: your guide to the most generous cruise cancellation policies

Cancellation policies, the small print everyone once ignored, have suddenly become a major tool ... Read more

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