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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 […]

Scenic appeals court bid to hand over documents on 2018 drought-affected cruises

Iconic Australian river cruise line Scenic, which lost an appeal in the NSW Court of appeal recently over compensation for 1,000 passengers affected by flooded rivers in Europe in 2013, is now facing further action […]

Inside the 5 most luxurious suites onboard river ships

It’s the battle for big balconies, the scuffle for space and the tussle for top toiletries. Expansive suites with sitting rooms and bars, butler service, massive bathrooms and sprawling bedrooms are normally associated with ocean-faring […]

Lessons for all cruisers from the Scenic court case

Scenic recently figured in an important legal tussle with its passengers over how they were treated when schedules were disrupted by conditions that made cruising difficult.

“Appalled and disgusted” – Scenic passengers plan to sue after $50,000 holiday ruined

Newlyweds Gavin and Tina Lawrence spent $20,780 on their pre-honeymoon voyage with Scenic – a romantic river cruise from Amsterdam to Budapest in October 2018. It was the couple’s first river cruise and what they […]

Video special: our man takes you on board Scenic Eclipse

Scenic Eclipse sailed into New York on September 10, gliding under the Verrazano Bridge and past the Statue of Liberty, guided by the lights of the city’s skyscrapers as the ship arrived at its port […]

Scenic reveals new video showing off the stunning Eclipse

Scenic has revealed a new video, showing the interior of its latest ship, the polar-class Scenic Eclipse. There are 10 included dining experiences ranging from alfresco meals in the Yacht Club, to casual fare in […]

Best Christmas Markets cruises for the festive season

A river cruise is one of the best ways to explore Europe’s historic Christmas markets.

What’s on offer now the Nile has made a comeback

River cruising in Egypt is making a big comeback, offering cruisers the chance to experience the rich history and culture of the region.

Scenic Eclipse makes first voyage with paying passengers tomorrow

The world’s first expedition yacht, Scenic Eclipse, will tomorrow pick up its passengers and head out on its first cruise. The line, which has delivered the yacht a year late after a series of setbacks, […]

Dame Helen Mirren, New York party – a launch at last for “the world’s poshest ship”

The Sun newspaper in London has already dubbed it “the world’s poshest ship”. Next Thursday, Scenic Eclipse will pick up her first paying passengers for a maiden voyage from Reykjavik, Iceland to Quebec, Canada. Some […]

Rains save Europe’s rivers as heatwave abates

Despite Europe’s scorching heatwave, which caused nervousness amongst travellers and cruise lines alike, most river cruise itineraries have so far escaped largely unscathed this year. A weekend of rain brought relief, with operators now saying […]