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Crystal Symphony – the pinnacle of high-class cruising

Crystal Symphony is fresh from a renovation, and is the pinnacle of high-class cruising, writes Teresa Ooi. Alas, there is no David. Instead there is Raja, a bright-eyed butler from Madras. Resplendent in his evening […]

WORDS BY Teresa Ooi . Apr 16 2019
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The destination guide: Korcula, Croatia

According to legend, the tiny Croatian island of Korcula was founded by the Trojan hero Antenor, a councillor to King Priam of Troy who ruled during the events of the Trojan War. This picturesque island, […]

WORDS BY Teresa Ooi . Apr 16 2019
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The intrepid cruiser: George Negus

“I was in Mother Teresa’s house where people went because they had nowhere to die. She had this gigantic tent full of hundreds and hundreds of camp stretchers full of the dying…not only did people […]

WORDS BY Bernadette Chua . Apr 15 2019
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Tips & Advice

Are these the most opulent suites at sea?

As more Australians are jumping aboard luxury ships, Teresa Ooi takes a look at what money CAN buy. They are bigger, smarter and ever more indulgent. Lines are vying for the luxury dollar with suites […]

WORDS BY Teresa Ooi . Apr 15 2019
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Tips & Advice

How to get luxe at low prices

Australia’s love of luxury lines has meant the upcoming cruise season is about to see more competition than ever before. And while lines which sport white-gloved butlers and free-flowing champagne would like you to believe […]

WORDS BY Teresa Ooi . Oct 12 2018
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Seven Seas Mariner emerges from multi-million-dollar drydock

Ultra-luxe cruise line Regent Seven Seas has just completed its multi-million dollar refurbishment of the Seven Seas Mariner. The stunning ship has just completed a 20-day drydock in Marseille and has emerged with new dining […]

WORDS BY Bernadette Chua . Apr 5 2018
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Crystal River Cruises launches brochure for its fleet of five new ships

Crystal River Cruises has revealed its 2018/19 offerings with the brochure showcasing every part of the Crystal River Experience. The ultra-luxury line is offering 35 itineraries along the Danube, Rhine, Maine and Moselle Rivers on […]

WORDS BY Bernadette Chua . Apr 3 2018
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Seabourn Ovation is one step closer to her April launch

The new Seabourn Ovation is a step closer to launching with the cruise line confirming their latest vessel has just completed her first round of sea trials. She’ll debut in April 2018 and will have […]

WORDS BY Bernadette Chua . Mar 22 2018
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Crystal Symphony turns on the sparkle

The luxury sector has never been move competitive, with new contenders and pretenders everywhere. Crystal Cruises once held centre stage, winning awards for more than two decades. Now, the line is fighting back.The Crystal Symphony […]

WORDS BY Teresa Ooi . Mar 15 2018
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