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.

Reviews

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?

Reviews

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

Snow

The best destinations for cruise nature lovers

Cruising offers many ways for the passenger to get up close and personal with Nature’s finest.

Tips & Advice, Shore Excursions

cruise port risks

How to minimise your risks at your cruise port

As exciting and adventure filled as port time may be it is not without its risks.

Tips & Advice

Holland America

Expand your horizons onboard

If you want to make your vacation more educational, then there are classes and activities for you to do.

Activities & Entertainment, Tips & Advice

Waterways Africa

A world of waterways: Africa

The Nile River in Egypt is the heart of African river cruising, playing host to a great range of vessels, from simple traditional feluccas to very luxurious riverboats.

Destinations, Tips & Advice

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Dressed to kill

Among the practical considerations facing cruise passengers, the question of what to wear can be a significant point of contention.

Tips & Advice

north america waterways

A world of waterways: North America

For those of us who grew up reading Mark Twain, a US river cruise is a voyage up the mighty Mississippi.

Tips & Advice, Destinations

Waterways Asia

A world of waterways: Asia

Not surprisingly, there’s a widening range of river cruising options across Asia. Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, India, China or even Borneo could be the destination for your next river cruise.

Destinations, Tips & Advice

Stingray, Cruise Passenger

What your need to research before your adventure cruise

So you’ve decided to take your first adventure cruise. Where to go? What to take? Read this first.

Tips & Advice

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4 ways to splash some cash on your next cruise

Holidays should be fun, and even more so on a cruise ship because you can do as little or as much as you want, and the services are at your fingertips.

Tips & Advice