First Timers

First Timers

It’s your first cruise – what can you expect?

A cruise is ultimately holiday on water in a floating hotel. It offers you a chance to escape the daily grind and relax in a hassle and worry-free environment. You get to “check out” from the real world and social activities, sports facilities, meals, parks and entertainment abound. The great thing about cruising is that all your necessities are on board and at your service.

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Mar 8 2016
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First Timers

Eight tips to help you save on your next cruise

You have just returned from a fabulous cruise holiday and want to go on another cruise soon. Cruise Passenger gives you eight tips to help you save on your next cruise. 1. Wait until the […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Mar 8 2016
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First Timers

Tips for convincing a non-cruiser to cruise

Tips for convincing a non-cruiser to cruise.

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Mar 6 2016
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First Timers

Essential cruise questions

With so many ships, cruises, itineraries and fares on the market, it pays to find out as much as possible about cruising before you book. Here are some questions to ask your agent.

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Mar 3 2016
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First Timers

The good guide to gratuities – everything you need to know

Once upon a time, it was about rewarding special service. Look up “gratuity” in the dictionary, and you’ll find it defined as a money gift for services above the beyond. So when did tipping suddenly […]

WORDS BY Bernadette Chua . Feb 26 2016
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First Timers

Ten Reasons to book a cruise

Not sure if a cruise is right for you? The new generation of ships have features unlike anything you have seen before. We tell you 10 reasons to book a cruise right now. Food Cruise […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Jan 5 2016
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First Timers

Five things to know about ocean cruising

Sailing the wide blue oceans on mega liners or visiting romantic ports on a cruise holiday is amazing. But its always important for first time cruisers to know few things. Cruise Passenger tells top five […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Oct 21 2015
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First Timers

20 things you didn’t know about cruising

Reading Cruise Passenger should give you a great appetite for cruising. If not, perhaps those fun facts and myth-busters will change your mind, and remember, a CLIA accredited cruise agent can put your mind at […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Oct 13 2015
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First Timers

Solo travel tips and deals

Want to get best out of a trip when you’re travelling alone? There are more people than ever taking holidays as singles – so you won’t be alone for long. Cruise director – your new […]

WORDS BY Peter Lynch . Jun 19 2015
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First Timers

Six reasons cruising is the best way to travel

As the saying goes, “If you’re not on a cruise, you’re thinking about your next one”. Here are six reasons 1,003,256 Australians think cruising is the best way to travel – and things are just going to […]

WORDS BY Peter Lynch . Jun 15 2015
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First Timers

Don’t be fooled! 40 tourist scams to avoid on your next holiday

Tourists visiting a foreign destination are vulnerable to scams. Language barriers, unfamiliar surroundings and cultural differences leads travellers to place their trust in locals for guidance. But on occasion that trust can be devastatingly misplaced. […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Aug 8 2014
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First Timers

5 reasons why you need insurance on your next cruise

Even if it’s only a two-day cruise, what could go wrong? You’d be surprised. A small accident, which requires a visit to the on board doctor could cost you $150 to $200. Worst-case scenario, you […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Mar 21 2014
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