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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Cruise passenger

5 reasons for travel delays

You’re preparing to board a flight to your dream European cruise when suddenly the ... Read more

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The best 360 degree virtual cruise ship tours

First there was the photo tour then the video footage and now there’s the ... Read more

Tips & Advice, Activities & Entertainment

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What is cruise withdrawal and how do I conquer it?

Cruise withdrawal, it is a state of low mood and aversion to returning to ... Read more

Health & Wellness, Tips & Advice

River Cruising, Eiffel Tower

Tips for booking a river cruise cabin

River cruising is all about the views. But with the growing number of ships ... Read more

Accommodation, Tips & Advice

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5 great new features on Europe’s river ships

It’s often said that river cruising is one of the fastest growing cruising sectors. ... Read more

Tips & Advice

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Seasick? Sensitive? We’ve got a cabin for you

Booking a cabin is like purchasing a home. It’s crucial to find a room ... Read more

Health & Wellness, Tips & Advice

Dubai -Cruise Passenger

5 things to do in Dubai

Sometimes called the Manhattan of the Middle East, Dubai has set out to become ... Read more

Destinations, Tips & Advice

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5 reasons why you need insurance on your next cruise

Even if it’s only a two-day cruise, what could go wrong? You’d be surprised. ... Read more

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9 cruise ships the kids will love

Trying to convince the kids to leave behind their Xbox console for a family ... Read more

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