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Hurry – itineraries for 2021 are already selling fast

It is going to be big year for luxury cruises in 2021. And the continuing strength of the luxury cruise market means passengers are booking further and further ahead. The year will usher in new, […]

WORDS BY Teresa Ooi . Nov 20 2019
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With as much as $11,000 coming off Luxe cruise prices, it’s bargain season

It’s a nice dilemma to have: is a price drop of over $11,000 what you want, or should you choose a stack of inclusions now on offer for free? Crystal Cruises and Silversea Cruises both […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Sep 23 2019
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Entry level luxury: booking base-price cabins means you can sail for just $199 pp per night

Think luxury cruising, and the first thing that comes to mind is a spacious suite the size of an opulent apartment. But that may not be the best of luxury cruising.  There’s the intimate environment […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Sep 23 2019

Luxury line Crystal gives triple Qantas points

Crystal has formed a partnership with Qantas Frequent Flyer where members can earn Qantas points on all cruise itineraries booked over the next four years. Crystal will offer up to three Qantas points per US$1 […]

WORDS BY Teresa Ooi . Sep 5 2018

After Viking River Cruises bans kids, where can a tiny tot sail?

While the pitter patter of children and babies usually brings joy, often, it’s not so pleasant on the deck of your cruise ship while you’re sunning yourself with a cocktail. Viking River Cruises has announced […]

WORDS BY Bernadette Chua . Aug 14 2018

Crystal launches new luxury river ship Debussy

The luxury Crystal Debussy has been christened by godmother Broadway star and singer Rachel York on Tuesday. Hosted by Crystal River Cruises vice president and managing director Walter Littlejohn and Crystal president and CEO Tom […]

WORDS BY Teresa Ooi . May 30 2018
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Get some of the best deals during Plan a Cruise Month

Book your next cruise holiday in October when Cruise Lines International Association kicks off its Plan a Cruise Month promotion with some of the best deals on offer. Launching next week, Plan a Cruise Month […]

WORDS BY Teresa Ooi . Sep 28 2017
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Cruise lines create amazing shore excursions Down Under

Cruise lines are creating more immersive shore excursions so passengers get a better understanding of the culture of the destinations they visit. Princess Cruises are currently launching its’ Across the Ditch program where passengers can […]

WORDS BY Bernadette Chua . Aug 18 2017
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The best ‘Kids Cruise Free’ offers at sea

Family holidays can be expensive, but cruise lines are upping their game when it comes to facilities, activities, and pricing for kids at sea. Kids Sail Free deals are fantastic for families because they offer […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Jul 28 2017
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Luxury expedition cruising: the new breed of ships

Ponant are the latest cruising company to announce the addition of their ‘new-breed’ expedition ships, with four brand new, next-gen yachts to join their fleet for 2018 and 2019. According to Ponant’s recent announcement, the […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Sep 23 2016