From the largest Japanese bath at sea to ancient Ayurveda therapies, cruise lines are borrowing from ancient Asian practices to promote relaxation on board. Cruise lines now have a plethora of spa treatments on board so you can take a cruise and disembark a brand new person – quite literally. They now offer Botox, cellulite … Read more
P&O Cruises has launched a new contemporary dance-style production onboard Pacific Aria and Pacific Eden. This video gives a behind the scenes look at how the show was made, as well as snippets of onstage performances.
Themed cruises have emerged as an important component of cruise. From wellness, zombie to Star Wars, there’s a cruise for almost every kind of niche market. Country music cruises have become particularly popular amongst Australians over last six years. Choose Your Cruise, a South Australian based family owned company founded the concept of country music … Read more
Aboard every large cruise ship is a glitzy piazza or shopping gallery featuring marbled walkways and modern boutiques. Thought you’d escaped those designer brands? Think again. Stand by to shop-until-you-drop in the middle of the sea. Watches, perfume, handbags and jewels are all available duty free at these ocean emporiums. And surprisingly, more Australian men spend … Read more
Music festivals at sea have taken off in the United States and, thankfully, cruisers Down Under are set to see an emergence of them. Earlier this year, Travel Superstore announced the very first electronic Sea ’N Beats as the first music festival in Australia, featuring DJs and artists like Alison Wonderland, Hayden James and Hot … Read more
Sometimes you’ll just want to relax by the pool or fill your stomach at the buffet, but when you’re looking for something just a bit more thrilling, give these activities a go. Drink cocktails inside an ice bar You’ve been soaking up the sun in the same chair on the top deck for days. What … Read more
Cruise lines have come a long way since they put on cheesy cabaret shows and cover bands. Now, theatrics, technology and shows are bigger and better than ever before. From robots to watershows, Toy Story to broadway hits like Gotham, the cruise lines have upped their game to keep guests amazed at how far they … Read more
Adventure cruising takes passengers to the most jaw-dropping scenes on our planet. There is nothing quite like your first encounter with a seal or polar bear. Of course, you want to record the magic and share. But while the age of digital photography has many benefits, there is also a drawback: because you can point … Read more
It claims to be one of the most fearsome rides on the ocean, with gushing waves spraying unsuspecting spectators and bowling surfers off their boards with its power. Already, it had literally stripped the bathers off one young lady and sent TV reporter Glen Wheeler tumbling head-over-heels. The FlowRider is Royal Caribbean’s secret weapon. Sitting … 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.
