Azamara Club Cruises Le Club Voyage

Azamara Club Cruises Le Club Voyage

The premium cruise line has a five-tiered loyalty program for its past passengers and points are earned on the category of cabin booked as well as the length of the cruise. Solo travellers earn double the number of points. The points are awarded for each cruise night for these categories: Inside cabin: 2 points Outside … Read more

Celebrity Cruises Captain’s Club Cruise Loyalty Program

Celebrity Cruises Captain’s Club Cruise Loyalty Program

The cruise line has a six-tiered loyalty program for past passengers and points, like Azamara, are based on your cabin category and length of cruise. Solo travellers get double the number of points. Classic (2-149 points) Access to Captain’s Club Newsletter Online Access to Loyalty Desk between cruises (Specialty Dining reservations and more…) Eligibility for … Read more

Premium head-to-head: Celebrity Cruises vs Princess Cruises vs Norwegian Cruise Line

Premium head-to-head: Celebrity Cruises vs Princess Cruises vs Norwegian Cruise Line

Thanks to our passion for cruising, Australia will be treated to some of the best of the burgeoning premium class. Douglas Ward describes himself as “the foremost authority on cruising”. He publishes the Berlitz guide to Cruising & Cruise Ships – a weighty door-stop for the true aficionado, which rates vessels from just about every … Read more

Norovirus outbreak affects 200 people on Ovation of the Seas

Buffet food

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

Most budget friendly cruise lines

Most budget friendly cruise lines

Who doesn’t like to look after their budget? A new report by prestigious U.S News and World Report has revealed the cruise lines that give you most bang for your buck. They may not always be the cheapest – but they offer the best value. Here’s the list  – and send us your own thoughts … Read more

Stay ship shape on your cruise

Koningsdam is the only HAL ship with TRX suspension fitness

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

Best Cruise Lines for Food Lovers

Fly free to a Grand Aegean & Egyptian Experience

Fine dining is now an integral part of cruising. Teresa Ooi takes a look at 10 of the cruise lines that do it best. Food glorious food. While orphans in the popular West End musical Oliver could only dream of it, it’s a reality for today’s cruise passenger. Over recent years, cruise cuisine has been … Read more

Tasmania: Wild at heart

Cruise Passenger

A three-day cruise around Bathurst Harbour, in Tasmania’s remote southwest wilderness, takes you into a wondrous world far removed from everyday life. Where is Bathurst Harbour? I had to look it up on a Google map when I first heard about an upcoming cruise there, and discovered it is part of the Port Davey Marine … Read more