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.
Cruise ships are traditionally the domain of the brightly coloured cocktail, complete with paper umbrella and twirly straws. But a new breed of bar is creeping aboard, serving high-end artisan spirits, beer brewed in house and wines from boutique vineyards. Sit back and relax with your drink of choice – with not an umbrella in … Read more
They are the secrets that only the cruise cognoscenti know about getting the very best deals: when to buy what ship and which destination. Well, reading Cruise Passenger’s newsletter and Midweek Deals review helps! But there are some insider tips that will shave hundreds of dollars of your dream holiday. Here’s our pick of the … Read more
The humble shore excursion – once a walk around the historic old city following a guide waving a red flag – has come a long way. Suddenly, adventure is the name of the game. Lines like Royal Caribbean, Carnival, P&O and Princess offer some decidedly weird and wacky activities. Check out some of the most … Read more
There isn’t a traveller on the planet who hasn’t tried for an upgrade – and cruise ship staff are well aware there are a thousand scams out there to move passengers from that inside room to an owner’s quite and everything in between. Some are obvious – and some require the skills of a Oscar … Read more
While brochures are full of descriptions of cruises along the many rivers of Europe, the vast majority of these could be divided simply into those that traverse the Rhine-Danube corridor and the rest. Surprisingly, the chance to cruise the Rhine, then continue along the Danube became possible only in 1992, when the 171-kilometre Rhine-Main-Danube Canal … Read more
An Amazon River expedition cruise is a perfect complement to your South American adventure. Encounters with deadly reptiles and hungry piranhas are par for the course in this wild waterway.
A UK study found that the average person gains half a kilo a day on a two-week cruise. With an endless buffet, stacks of specialty restaurants and all the brightly coloured cocktails you can drink, it’s no surprise that most people come home with a little excess baggage. But for passengers who want to keep … Read more
A cruise is ultimately holiday on water in a floating hotel. It offers you a chance to escape the daily grind and relax in a hassle and worry-free environment. You get to “check out” from the real world and social activities, sports facilities, meals, parks and entertainment abound. The great thing about cruising is that all your necessities are on board and at your service.
You have just returned from a fabulous cruise holiday and want to go on another cruise soon. Cruise Passenger gives you eight tips to help you save on your next cruise. 1. Wait until the last minute If you have a flexible schedule, it can be worth waiting for last-minute deals that are offered to … 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.
