Grandeur on the Great Lakes aboard the new Viking Octantis

Grandeur on the Great Lakes aboard the new Viking Octantis

We journey on the slick new ship, Viking Octantis, from Milwaukee in the US to Thunder Bay in Canada, taking in rugged islands and stunning sounds along the way.

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Origin of the species in the Galapagos Islands

Rediscovering the Origin of species with Silversea in the Galapagos Islands

On Silversea’s Silver Origin newest Galapagos vessel, Jeannine Williamson explores the magical islands that inspired Charles Darwin himself.

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Royal Caribbean's Spectrum of the Seas in Singapore

What’s on board the new Quantum class of ships heading for Australia

We boarded one of Royal Caribbean's most ambitious class of ships - Quantum - is headed to Australia. Here’s what to expect.

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Valiant Lady Virgin Voyages

Virgin Voyages is planning to sail in Australia next year – we find out if it lives up to the hype

The new cruise line is rocking the sea and making waves, so we gave ... Read more

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Disney Wish

My journey on the Disney Wish: smoking cocktails, Porg poo and a superhero academy

Crossing the pool deck on my way to breakfast, I spotted two mice. On ... Read more

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Celebrity Beyond

Above and beyond: The Celebrity Beyond delivers an opulent and chic experience

A life-sized silver peacock guards the entrance to the Cyprus restaurant on Celebrity Beyond. ... Read more

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child jumping into a pool on board Wonder of the Seas

Wonder of the Seas — a dazzling, bonkers world of entertainment

Here is our review of Wonder of the Seas

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MS Queen Elizabeth

Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth makes her regal return before heading to Australia

If absence makes the heart grow fonder, passengers familiar with Cunard will fall deeper ... Read more

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Two couples onboard Azamara drinking

REVIEW: Onboard the first AzAmazing sailing of the Azamara Onward

Small enough to fit into the yacht-filled marina of Monte Carlo, yet big enough ... Read more

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Premium Cruise

What is a premium cruise?

If you enjoy staying at four- or five-star hotels, consider sailing with a cruise line that specialises in offering a premium product.

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Best Cruises Solo Traveller

Best cruises for the solo traveller

While cruising with your partner or family can be an overwhelmingly economical way to travel, cruising by yourself can become extremely expensive, especially if you’re slugged with an exorbitant “single supplement”, as the cruise lines like to call it.

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Luxary Cruise

What is a luxury cruise?

There are several cruise lines that specialise in offering all the high-quality creature comforts you need.

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Tahiti by Gaguin

Tahiti by Gauguin

It’s just after 6pm and time for the nightly sunset show. We mix a few cocktails in our stateroom suite, and step onto the balcony as the......

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Fond farewells – last nights on board

Anyone who has ever cruised will know the double-edged sword that can be the last night on board.......

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Travel Insurance

Travel Insurance: Make sure you’re well covered

If you can’t afford travel insurance, you can’t afford to travel – the costs ... Read more

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Australian Cruisers Pay More than Americans

Why do Australian cruisers pay more for their fares than Americans?

It’s a bone of contention among Australian cruise passengers although it’s a problem that is unlikely to be solved any time soon.

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Australia's Little Gems

Australia’s little gems

Smaller ports offer attractions that make cruising this part of the world an uncommon experience.

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Cruising Kimberly

The Kimberley – behind the scenes

Most Kimberley cruises offer you the chance to take an optional helicopter flight over Mitchell Plateau to the tiered pools and cascades of Mitchell Falls, an iconic part of the Kimberley. After travelling to the top of Australia, however, many passengers wish to explore further.

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