Emerald sakara watersports deck

How I cruised like a billionaire but without the price tag on Emerald Sakara

I haven’t won the lottery but it feels like it as I accept an iced fruit kebab from a smiling waiter on the Emerald Sakara.

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Queen Anne on her sea trials on the sea

The first look inside Cunard’s new Queen Anne

Cunard’s new Queen Anne arrived this week in Southampton to much fanfare. She’s the 249th ship in Cunard’s 184-year history.

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The helicopter on the Scenic Eclipse II

Mission possible: Onboard Scenic Eclipse II

If the original Scenic Eclipse caused ripples in luxury expedition cruising, its new sister, Scenic Eclipse II, is likely to create even bigger waves.

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captain cook cruises caldeonia at kabara island

Beyond bula with Captain Cook Cruises Fiji

Captain Cook Cruises Fiji's new expedition ship, Caledonian Sky, offers these the remote islands from a new perspective.

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Bingo with The Diva on Virgin

Shots, pyjama parties and a 100th birthday: Virgin IS different

We’re on board Sir Richard Branson's Resilient Lady, the ship that is supposed to change everything about cruising. Drag queens, bingo with The Diva and dancing till 6 am.

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Charlie on Queen Elizabeth

Charlie’s return to Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth: From toddler to tween

Charlie Wexham is already a veteran Cunarder, taking her first cruise as a toddler. Now at nine, does the adventure still hold the same?

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Le Soléal in the Kimberley

A Kimberley adventure on Ponant’s Le Soleal

This epic voyage through the Kimberley on Le Soléal, Ponant has delivered an indepth and exciting experience to see this remote region.

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Overbooked cruise in 2024

Experts predict 2024 is the year you are most likely to be bumped from your cruise

Cruise experts say more travellers are getting bumped off overbooked cruises this year with lines filling the ships past capacity.

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Crystal Cruises Crystal Symphony

Back onboard the new Crystal Cruises after a US$170million overhaul

After 18 months out of service, with a new owner and a US$170m overhaul of its two ships, Crystal Cruises is back. And what a return.

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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

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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

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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. 

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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

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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

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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

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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

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