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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Health While Cruising

Good Health While Cruising

If you have a medical condition of any kind, or travelling with someone who has, it’s crucial to plan ahead before you set off on your cruise. Health problems may spoil your holiday and costs can be crippling.

Health & Wellness, Tips & Advice

Nile river cruising

The Nile: River of Gods

A voyage along the Nile on board a traditional-style dahabiyya allows passengers a glimpse into a more leisurely, peaceful way of life.

Tips & Advice, Destinations

South America's Ports

South America’s popular ports

South America is huge and offers a variety of hugely different ports, from the hot beaches of Rio in summer to the southern most parts of the continent.

Destinations, Tips & Advice

Best Ships

How to choose the right ship for you

Once you’ve finalised your budget and destination, you need to decide what ship and what sort of cabin (suite) will suit you best.

Tips & Advice

Shore Excursion, Eastern Med

Shore excursions in the Eastern Med you can’t afford to miss

Thousands of years of history provide great opportunities for shore excursions around the Eastern Mediterranean and Black Sea. Here's a sample...

Shore Excursions, Tips & Advice

Eastern Mediterranean Ports

Eastern Mediterranean’s popular ports

The Eastern Mediterranean is a long way from home for our local cruising population. So once you've decided to book your cruise in the Occident what ports should you look out for on ship itineraries?

Tips & Advice

Wilderness Wonders, Mountains

Wilderness Wonders – Part 2

Read on to find the next five wilderness destinations…

Destinations, Tips & Advice

Wilderness Wonders

Wilderness Wonders – Part 1

While the Australian dollar is scaling unprecedented heights, now could be the time to book that adventure to the wilderness of your dreams.

Destinations, Tips & Advice

A Perfect Pearl

How to find the perfect pearl

Nothing could possibly complete a shipboard romance better than pearls.

Tips & Advice, Destinations