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The ultimate list: All the current cancellation policies for the top river cruise lines

As river cruise lines update their cancellation policies in response to the coronavirus, we have compiled the most up-to-date list of what they are all doing. While most of the lines are adhering to the […]

WORDS BY Rose Jacobs . Mar 12 2020

Is it safe to cruise rivers? Everything you need to know after the Australian government warnings

Booked on a river cruise and want to know if you should still travel? The latest government warnings against cruising overseas if you are elderly or have health issues is now putting river itineraries in […]

WORDS BY Rose Jacobs . Mar 11 2020

Revealed: how Europe’s best loved routes are being refreshed for 2021

In a bid to attract regular cruisers back to classic routes like Amsterdam to Basel, river lines are including new ports of call and offering shorter cruises in 2021. Lines like Viking and APT have […]

WORDS BY Vanessa Wu . Feb 26 2020

Scenic court case underway for ‘distressed and disappointed’ passengers

Australian-owned river cruise line Scenic is back in court this week, facing a lawsuit in the High Court by passengers on at least 14 cruises in 2018 who allegedly suffered ‘distress and disappointment’. The passengers […]

WORDS BY Rose Jacobs . Feb 11 2020
Tips & Advice

The best of the best: Cruise deals for every budget

Here it is! The list of all the best cruise deals currently on offer across all the major lines – from the luxe to the large, the boutique and the fabulous-for-families. We’ve uncovered the best […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Feb 7 2020

The best deals for solos in 2020

Once, cruise lines shunned them or charged them twice for the same trip. Now, as solo sailor numbers grow, lines are embracing the trend with special deals. Competition is increasing, and the result is discounted […]

WORDS BY Rose Jacobs . Jan 28 2020

All the lines offering free flights this season

Free or heavily discounted flights, business class upgrades, bonus stop-over accommodation and even free travel-partner incentives are some of the new tactics being used by river cruise lines to lure potential guests. For Aussies wanting […]

WORDS BY Rose Jacobs . Jan 7 2020

Myanmar makes a comeback for 2020 – here’s what’s on offer

The Irrawaddy is springing back to life in 2020 with river cruise lines re-entering Myanmar for the first time in years. One of the lines lifting the veil again is APT, with a range of […]

WORDS BY Rose Jacobs . Dec 10 2019
Tips & Advice

The amazing rise of luxury yachts means you’ll be spoilt for choice

Luxury yachts used to be exclusive holiday vessels of billionaires. But as more cruise lines are launching their own, cruisers can take their pick from the line up for their next luxury holiday. Big lines […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Nov 19 2019