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.

News, Reviews

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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9 best repositioning cruises

9 best repositioning cruises

Thinking of a relaxing holiday? Maybe a cruise? Want to save a few dollars ... Read more

Destinations, Tips & Advice

Cruise Ship and Airplane Drawing

The cheapest month to travel is…

If you’re planning a holiday but want to avoid paying the big bucks then ... Read more

Tips & Advice

Valentines Day

Valentine’s Day on board

Did you know that last year, on February 14, an average of 11,000 children ... Read more

Tips & Advice

lifeguards

Where are the lifeguards?

Should cruise lines invest in lifeguards to keep their passengers [particularly their younger passengers] ... Read more

Tips & Advice

etiquette

Cruise etiquette

Waking up at 3.00am to the sound of your drunken cabin neighbour heading to ... Read more

Tips & Advice

sick on ship

Norovirus: all you need to know

What is a norovirus? Why is it a problem? How can I avoid it ... Read more

Health & Wellness, Tips & Advice

Booze and Beverages

How much are you spending on booze and beverages?

We all love to try out the on board specialty cocktail and indulge in ... Read more

Tips & Advice, Dining

New in River Cruising

New in river cruising in 2014

River cruising has never looked better with a raft of new ships, itineraries and ... Read more

Destinations, Tips & Advice

Items always forgotten to pack

5 items we always forget to pack

You start packing a week before the trip. This time you’re not going to ... Read more

Tips & Advice