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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The Mekong APT

MV Mekong Explorer

Our seasoned expedition cruiser finds that South-East Asia’s busiest waterway still has room for adventure – and a little bit of luxury.

Tips & Advice, Reviews

Kiwi Cruising

Top New Zealand Cruise Ports in 2025

As the country boasts more than 15,000 kilometres of coastline, much of New Zealand can be explored by sea.

Tips & Advice, Destinations

ship cruises in fiji

The best small ship cruises in Fiji

Throw away the usual brochures and set sail in a small ship to the ‘real’ Fiji.

Destinations, Tips & Advice

best shore excursion

Best Shore Excursions in Asia

For a different perspective on our neighbouring region’s most popular holiday destinations, consider an Asian cruise.

Shore Excursions, Tips & Advice

bars in cruises

Top Bars on Cruise Ships

From piano bars to ice bars, check out some of the best cruise ship watering holes.

Tips & Advice, Dining

dubai port review

Dubai – Port Review

Essentials Language: Arabic, but English is widely spoken. Currency: UAE Dirham. Docking/Anchoring: Dubai has ... Read more

Destinations, Tips & Advice

bangkok port

Bangkok River Cruise Port Review

It's hot, steamy, crowded and always on the move, but Thailand's sprawling capital is also a diverse city with many areas to visit, and attractions for visitors to enjoy......

Destinations, Tips & Advice

cruise ship decks

The best cruise ship decks

Going topside is not what it used to be – it’s better.

Tips & Advice

cruises symphony

A regal MSC event with Sophia Loren

Some of the largest and most splendid vessels afloat, MSC Cruises’ Italian-styled ships have plenty to entertain...

Tips & Advice, Reviews