Catherine Bennett, Chair in Epidemiology at Deakin University and a leading commentator of COVID throughout the pandemic, says she does not view cruise ships as a major driver of COVID transmission. “I don’t think it will be a major driver of our community transmission. I know there is concern in remote communities, but equally it’s … Read more
The return of cruises has had many jumping for joy, but with each cruise line adhering to different COVID-19 protocols, booking a cruise can be terribly confusing. There is still a lot of uncertainty surrounding what rules apply to cruise ships after the tight restrictions during the pandemic. “The cruise industries have seen a slower … Read more
Gone is the stigma that cruises are only about lining up at the buffet for those extra crab claws drenched in butter and sipping sugary cocktails on the lido deck. Increasingly, it is possible to lose weight on a cruise. WW, perhaps better known by their former name Weight Watchers, is setting sail on a … Read more
Norovirus can still strike despite everyone’s best efforts, as it did on Royal Caribbean last week. Plenty is done to prevent a viral outbreak, from hygiene safety drills before sailing, constant cleaning by the crew to even putting a ban on handshakes with officers at welcome parties. And, of course, the chances of an outbreak … Read more
Getting sick onboard your cruise is an unpleasant thing, but yes let’s be realistic, it does happen sometimes. Most recently, there was an outbreak onboard Holland America’s Zaandam on a cruise from Seattle to Alaska where 58 people became ill, with vomiting and diarrhoea as the predominant symptoms. And especially because we are deep in … Read more
This week, around 200 people were affected by norovirus aboard Australia’s largest ship, the Ovation of the Seas. But while passengers praised the crew for helping them and keeping them informed, there is much you can do yourself to avoid this scourge of the seas. Cruise lines have a strict mandate on cleanliness and most … Read more
Keeping fit on a modern ship is much more fun than simply strolling the promenade deck. From early morning yoga and gym classes to surf simulators and circus schools, there is something for everyone. Ice-skating Watch the Royal Caribbean Ice-skating spectacular featuring professional ice-skaters, then test your own skills at the onboard ice-rink. Available free … Read more
The Ultimate Guide for First Time Cruisers Published by Cruise Passenger Published on 29 Jun 2017 On modern ships, getting your daily exercise doesn’t have to mean a stroll on the promenade deck. Whether you like early morning yoga sessions, sweating it out at spin class, or getting your adrenaline pumping on a surfboard, there … Read more
That extra visit to the breakfast buffet or cocktails by the pool can all add up. So if you want to keep the bulge at bay, here are some great gyms and fitness programs to keep you in trim. Royal Caribbean Passengers will find it very hard to leave this line’s gyms, with stunning views and … 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.
