South America's Ports

South America’s popular ports

South America is huge and offers a variety of hugely different ports, from the hot beaches of Rio in summer to the southern most parts of the continent.

Destinations, Tips & Advice

Best Ships

How to choose the right ship for you

Once you’ve finalised your budget and destination, you need to decide what ship and what sort of cabin (suite) will suit you best.

First Timers, Tips & Advice

Shore Excursion, Eastern Med

Shore excursions in the Eastern Med you can’t afford to miss

Thousands of years of history provide great opportunities for shore excursions around the Eastern Mediterranean and Black Sea. Here's a sample...

Shore Excursions, Tips & Advice

Eastern Mediterranean Ports

Eastern Mediterranean’s popular ports

The Eastern Mediterranean is a long way from home for our local cruising population. So once you've decided to book your cruise in the Occident what ports should you look out for on ship itineraries?

Tips & Advice

Wilderness Wonders, Mountains

Wilderness Wonders – Part 2

Read on to find the next five wilderness destinations…

Destinations, Tips & Advice

Wilderness Wonders

Wilderness Wonders – Part 1

While the Australian dollar is scaling unprecedented heights, now could be the time to book that adventure to the wilderness of your dreams.

Destinations, Tips & Advice

A Perfect Pearl

How to find the perfect pearl

Nothing could possibly complete a shipboard romance better than pearls.

Tips & Advice, Destinations

Bracelet

Best cruise ports for shopping – Part 1

Shopping in port is one of our favourite pastimes. Here’s Cruise Passenger’s guide to finding the world’s best buys.

Activities & Entertainment, Tips & Advice

Couple Cycling

Best themes for cruises – Part 2

Many cruises have music aboard, or offer fine dining, or invite distinguished guest lecturers ... Read more

Activities & Entertainment, Tips & Advice