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.
The start of the wave season heralds in some of the most luxurious ships to our waters. The South Pacific, in particular, is one of our favourite island destinations, boasting crystal clear waters, white sandy beaches and swaying palm trees, it really is a scene from a movie. But what the luxury lines do to … Read more
While Sydney might be the gateway to cruise in New South Wales, soon there will be other ports along our stunning coastline which the cruise industry are eyeing. Ports such as Newcastle, Port Kembla and Eden are bursting at the seams with news of the expansion and works are underway to accommodate for their influx … Read more
Princess Cruises’ Sky Princess launches in just over two weeks – and it’s proud boast is the biggest balconies at sea. To some, balconies are a luxury. To others, they are a necessity. How big do they have to be? The bigger the better, a Cruise Passenger survey shows. The Sky Suites on Sky Princess will have … Read more
The cruise lines have some amazing exclusive and classic shore excursion favourites lined up. We highlight 12 of the best New Zealand shore excursions.
With cruises offering longer and longer journeys, something as simple as doing your laundry can impact your holiday, especially if you’d rather pack light instead of taking a change of clothes for every day. While some of us are happy to outsource the task, it can come with a hefty price tag. So, a ship … Read more
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 bigger worry – travel insurance will not cover your claim if it involves the insolvency of a travel agent. In … Read more
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 vessels. Even the Virgin Voyages fleet is banning anyone under 18. Perhaps that’s because Richard Branson has installed table-top dancing, … Read more
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 visiting grand botanical beauty. So what are some of the best garden-themed cruises on the market for green fingered travellers? … Read more
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 Cruise1st and Travel Associates say cruisers are more savvy and come in with many more questions than ever before. But … 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.
