There are no roads to this land. Expedition cruiser Roderick Eime goes in search of ancient art, mysteries and tales almost forgotten in Australia’s Top End.
We are aboard the barge Anjodi on the Canal du Midi, the oldest canal in France. Purpose-built for the leisure market, barges are designed exclusively for tourists’ comfort and carry up to 200 passengers.
Seabourn boasts all-suite accommodation, complimentary fine wines and spirits, an unmatched ratio of elegantly designed space per guest, and an incomparable level of personalised service by nearly the same number of award winning crew as guests.
If you have a medical condition of any kind, or travelling with someone who has, it’s crucial to plan ahead before you set off on your cruise. Health problems may spoil your holiday and costs can be crippling.
South America is huge and offers a variety of hugely different ports, from the hot beaches of Rio in summer to the southern most parts of the continent.
The Eastern Mediterranean is a long way from home for our local cruising population. So once you've decided to book your cruise in the Occident what ports should you look out for on ship itineraries?
She's the most specious ship yet from luxury line Oceania Cruises. James Sitters tells Rose Kelly and Peter Lynch what's on board the new class of ship, including restaurants, spas and suites.