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.
New year, new cruise. Cruise lines are creating fresh itineraries to take cruisers on different routes around Australia and further afield. Cruisers have their pick of never-sailed-before itineraries, some of which includes some maiden ports, as well as plenty of old favourites in 2020. P&O Cruises has added new itineraries to its Polynesian destinations, plus … Read more
Here it is! The list of all the best cruise deals currently on offer across all the major lines – from the luxe to the large, the boutique and the fabulous-for-families. We’ve uncovered the best bargains and hottest deals for your 2020 cruising pleasure. The hottest destination right now, if you’re booking a cruise for … Read more
Cruisers are heading for the polar regions in a big way with demand running at unprecedented levels. The International Association of Antarctic Tour Operators said that 40,665 tourists visited Antarctica in the 2018-19 season – up 60 per cent compared to the 25,342 who arrived in 2014-15. Australians, renowned for being intrepid travellers, are also … Read more
Cruising for $100 per night or less is not a myth – but these deals do take a little hunting down. We’ve done the hard yards, so you can just go straight to the part where you save money. The majority of the sailings are last minute fares. Some depart in February but we’ve also … Read more
A modest budget does not mean that you have to put off your need for a cruise, you just have to be smart about how you spend it. With the right strategy, you might find yourself getting on board sooner than you think for your quick getaway. We share with you 10 ways to cruise … Read more
While most agree that cruising is great value, there are some additional charges that mean you need to keep a calculator handy. Most cruise lines readily acknowledge that onboard spending is an important part of their revenue. That means passengers need to keep wary of what they are being charged. Below, we examine 10 typical … Read more
The battle is on for the best cruise line for families – and it’s a tight race between Royal Caribbean and Carnival Cruise Lines. Both are declaring war when it comes to levels of fun, adventure, and something for everyone in the family. So which one should you pick? The arrival of the new Carnival Splendor … Read more
Cruising looks set to become more expensive, with some lines starting the year with fee hikes and fears new regulations could drive up ship running costs. In January, Norwegian Cruise Lines increased their room service fee by US$2 a day from US$7.95 to US$9.95, while other lines like Celebrity Cruises increased its daily gratuities by … Read more
There are going to be some big travel trends for 2020 – solo travel, bespoke experiences and people becoming more conscious about the environmental footprint when they take a holiday. But another big trend on the horizon is fly-cruise. Singapore, the home of Singapore Airlines is the gateway for us to head to places like … 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.
