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

Reviews

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.

Reviews

Alaska Destination review

Destination Review: Alaska

Welcome to Alaska – a place with a reputation for being at the end of the world.

Tips & Advice, Destinations

Good Cruise Companion

Are you a good cruise companion?

Cruise lines may be taking the initiative to cater to solo-travelers, but the majority ... Read more

Tips & Advice

How solo cruisers can avoid paying single supplement fees

Although cruising is one of the easiest forms of travel to undertake on your ... Read more

Tips & Advice

Orchid Dining

The cruise lines that let you BYO alcohol

Cruising is often associated with alcohol. Whether cruise lines are creating select wine menus ... Read more

Tips & Advice, Dining

Tauck Loft Cabin Room with Bathroom

How do I get a free cabin upgrade?

You’re getting ready to unpack in your low-cost cabin, when suddenly a crew member ... Read more

Tips & Advice, Accommodation

Airport Luggage

The ultimate guide to luggage survival tips

More than 26 million bags disappeared or were misplaced across the world’s airports last ... Read more

Tips & Advice

royal princess cruise

20 things you don’t know about Royal Princess

Princess Cruises has announced ’20 new things you don’t know about Royal Princess‘ at Cruise ... Read more

Tips & Advice

a group of children standing in the water

Cruise Region Focus- Culture Feast

The rivers, jungles, villages and cities of this fascinating equatorial region are becoming more ... Read more

Tips & Advice, Destinations

Bird Ornament in the forest

The best Alaska shore excursions

While nature is the inevitable focus of an Alaskan cruise, there’s a lot to ... Read more

Tips & Advice, Shore Excursions