Viking has announced two spectacular “longitudinal” world cruises, taking guests all the way between the Great Lakes and Antarctica. The first sailing, will depart from Buenos Aires on March 2, 2023 and Viking Octanis will sil for 65 days across 29 ports in nine countries and three continents. From Buenos Aires you’ll go to Antarctica … Read more
Sailing away to the horizon, surrounded by water and deeply inhaling that salty air is inherently calming, so cruise aficionados want more than the average relaxation offerings. Increasingly, people are looking for inner and outer healing with medi-spa treatments, wellness workshops and therapeutic indulgences. Cruise ship spas provide a greater range and quality of services … Read more
After news that Australia’s ban on cruise was finally lifting, the first question was: “When can I get on a locally based ship?” The first international cruise line to arrive will be Ponant, when expedition ship Le Laperouse cruises out of Darwin on April 28, with Le Soleal set to join from May 28. That’s … Read more
By Teresa Ooi in Paris In an incredible display of chutzpah in the week cruising was red-lighted in Australia, Viking officially launched EIGHT new ships to the world’s biggest river fleet. In a glittering celebration not seen since the pandemic paralysed cruising, Viking’s chair Torstein Hagen said COVID is “really behind us as Viking Cruises powers ahead … Read more
Having recently broken into expedition cruising, Viking continues to celebrate milestones as Viking Octanis continues to make its way through its debut Antarctic season. The ship’s journey through the Antarctic Circle marked the southernmost point the company’s cruise ships have reached in its 25-year history. A few short hours after this historic crossing, Viking Venus … Read more
Viking has just floated out their newest ship, Viking Neptune, which can carry up to 930 guests. The float-out ceremony was held at Fincantieri’s Ancona shipyard and is important because it means that the ship is progressing into the final stage of construction. “It’s always a special day when a new ship meets water for … Read more
Cruise operators are offering huge savings to lure customers to use their Future Cruise Credits as research shows that Australians want to travel – but are confused about what is required. The result is that cruise lines are piling on inclusions like reduced-cost flights and upgrades to try and tempt out cruise hesitancy. Travel Associates … Read more
It’s been nearly two years since a cruise ship has docked in NSW and 76 year-old Ken Hodson and his wife Joy don’t want to wait any longer. They are heading from their home in Wollongong to Fort Lauderdale in Florida to board a 136-day cruise with Viking. Mr Hodson and his wife first did … Read more
Viking’a new expedition ship will sail one of the most fascinating and dramatic culture changes – from New York to Antarctica. Sailing on the new Viking Octantis, the cruise sails two oceans and visits 10 countries in 41 days. Covering both tropical destinations before Antarctica, the voyage starts from $39,995 per person departing on October … Read more
She's the most specious ship yet from luxury line Oceania Cruises. James Sitters tells Rose Kelly and Peter Lynch what's on board the new class of ship, including restaurants, spas and suites.
