Tips & Advice

Wondering what you need to pack? What is food onboard a cruise line? What accommodation should I book? Or what should insurance should I book for more cruise? This is the best place to find tips and advice before you book your next voyage.

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Tips & Advice

What your travel insurance doesn’t cover – you’ll be shocked!

The collapse of travel giant Thomas Cook and local players Bentours and Tempo Holidays all in the space of a week left thousands of travellers shocked, and some stranded. The fallout has revealed an even […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Sep 26 2019
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Tips & Advice

Which luxury lines still love kids?

Many cruise lines now proudly boast a ‘No Kids’ policy, catering to the growing adults-only cruise market. Viking Cruise Lines, for example, stands firm that there’s a rising demand for peace and quiet onboard its […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Sep 23 2019
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Shore Excursions

Best garden cruises for the green fingered traveller

Roman statesman Marcus Cicero once said “If you have a garden and a library, you have everything you need.” This saying will resonate well with seasoned cruisers, many of whom are keen gardeners who enjoy […]

WORDS BY Teresa Ooi . Sep 22 2019
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First Timers

Experts tell: ask these questions to get the right cruise and save

The key to finding the right cruise is to ask the right questions. So we asked two of  Australia’s leading experts what clients want to know – and what wisdom they are dispensing. Experts at […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Sep 19 2019
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Tips & Advice

The compilation edition: the Best 100 cruise tips of all time 2019

After five weeks, we have finally arrived at the ultimate 100 cruise tips of all time – and thanks to all who helped us compile this list. They include things you need to know before […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Sep 19 2019
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Tips & Advice

Best cruise tips of all time – Part 5: fun on a budget and disembarkation

From planning to packing, and enjoying all that a ship has to offer, Cruise Passengers love to exchange great cruising tips. In the last instalment of the series, we tell you where you can find […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Sep 12 2019
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Ships

Revealed: a day aboard Virgin Voyages’ Scarlet Lady

The launch of Sir Richard Branson’s Virgin Voyages has kept us on the edge of our seats for more than five years now. But details are emerging about what you can expect your holiday experience […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Sep 5 2019
The best time to book your cruise for maximum discounts
Saving Tips & Deals

The best time to book your cruise for maximum discounts

It’s a question that we all ask before handing over our credit card details: Are we getting the best deal? Should I have booked earlier? Should I wait? Is now the right time to book my […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Sep 5 2019
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Tips & Advice

Best cruise tips of all time – Part 4: food and shore excursions

From planning to packing, and enjoying all that a ship has to offer, Cruise Passengers love to exchange great cruising tips. This week, we talk food and shore excursions. Food might have received honourable mentions […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Sep 5 2019
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Saving Tips & Deals

Who’s got the cheapest cruise ship Internet

Cruise lines are catching up with the fact that having Internet access while on holiday is no longer an afterthought. They are breaking records in Internet connectivity and speeds at sea and rolling out more […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Aug 29 2019
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Tips & Advice

Best cruise tips of all time – Part 3: cabins and activities

From planning to packing, and enjoying all that a ship has to offer, Cruise Passengers love to exchange great cruising tips. We are moving into the second half of the 100 best cruise tips of […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Aug 29 2019
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Destinations

Sail beautiful WA on the gorgeous Vasco da Gama – and couples go half price

Western Australia’s 12,500 kilometres of coastline are truly spectacular, blessed with turquoise waters and white sand, wildflowers and wildlife, charming coastal towns and rugged national parks. Then there are the amazing sunsets and some of […]

WORDS BY Teresa Ooi . Aug 29 2019