Scenic Eclipse shoot July 2021

Explore Saudi Arabia’s ancient wonders on the Scenic Eclipse

If you’re after bragging rights on a cruise excursion, this one takes some beating. ... Read more

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Jenny Island

To the ends of the earth onboard an Antarctic cruise on the luxurious Le Commandant Charcot

“Ice permitting, we’re going to do something no other passenger ship can do,” says ... Read more

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Wonder in Labadee

INSIDE the world’s largest ship – Wonder of the Seas is absolutely Wonder-ful

When Royal Caribbean announced it was building its latest “world’s largest cruise ship” back ... Read more

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The World Dream's inaugural voyage from Singapore

Onboard Asia’s first cruise – inside the World Dream inaugural Singapore voyage

Enhanced health & safety protocols didn’t take the joy out of cruising for Rebecca ... Read more

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Coral Expeditions becomes the first Australian cruise line to set sail - with 46 "excited passengers"

Life on board Coral Discoverer – Australia’s first cruise in seven months

Finally, it’s happening. An Australian cruise ship two-thirds full of passengers set sail this ... Read more

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Onboard Emirates during Covid

Masks on a plane, temperature checks and QR codes – the new way to travel

It’s a brave new world, and Sue Bryant is happy to be back on ... Read more

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Oceania Cruises

A first timer cruiser’s gourmet cruise through New Zealand

Oceania Cruises’ refurbished flagship Regatta provides a luxurious base from which to explore New ... Read more

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The Dark Park Sky

Wish upon a star – a dark park in the Central West

Check out the dark sky of the Warrumbungles as it celebrates StarFest in 2020. ... Read more

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Cable Beach camel

Beautiful Broome – the gateway to the Kimberley

The gateway to the Kimberley region of Western Australia, Broome is wild, wide and ... 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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