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Teresa Ooi
An experienced writer and editor, Teresa has worked on many prestigious titles, from The Australian to The Financial Times of London. She loves to cruise in luxury!
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Paspaley Pearl seeks new operator as Ponant voyages are cancelled
The much awaited Kimberley cruise itineraries onboard Paspaley Pearl by Ponant have been cancelled. Ponant Asia Pacific CEO Deb Corbett confirmed the French expedition group will not be proceeding as the cruise operator of Paspaley Pearl.
Cunard’s last season tinged with irony as bosses celebrate a century
As Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth sailed into Sydney today to mark the start of her 125-day homeport season Down Under, it was a moment tinged ...
Oceania Cruises unveils 100 enticing sailings in 2026
Oceania Cruises has unveiled more than 100 enticing sailings across  Alaska, the Mediterranean and Northern Europe in 2026. Bookings open on 24 October.
Ponant unveils Christmas sailings close to home
French luxury cruise line Ponant has unveiled a variety of Christmas and New Year itineraries close to home offering flight credits and no single supplement.
Prices cut by up to 30 per cent for special food themed cruises on Oceania
Oceania has unveiled food themed cruises hosted by renowned chefs and TV celebrities to explore popular cruising destinations in the Mediterranean and Alaska in 2025 at up to 30 per cent discounted fares.
The countdown starts now to Silver Nova’s arrival in Australia
Silversea’s new luxury ship, Silver Nova will debut in Australian waters later this year to show off her revolutionary dining concept, S.A.L.T. to local Aussies.
Oceania guests prefer included gratuities to wine at mealtimes
Oceania Cruises will include all gratuities for crew, specialty dining and WiFi in a revamped. But you will have to pay for your alcoholic beverages and shore excursions.
Aurora Expeditions unveils new journeys to Indonesia and Borneo
Once known for its polar explorations, Australian-owned Aurora Expeditions will cast a wider net taking adventure seekers to remote Raja Ampat and Kalimantan in 2026.
Crystal launches new cruise adventures for 2026
Luxury line Crystal has just opened bookings for its 2026 itineraries that promise a whole new world of unparalleled adventures for travellers.
A life of luxury at sea with Regent Seven Seas Cruises
Regent Seven Sea Cruises is giving you a taste of elevated elegance with their new world cruise. Sail in in luxury for 140 nights.
Celebrated chefs, Max & Raf dole out Italian culinary magic at Crystal
Celebrated Michelin-starred Italian chef, Max (Massimiliano) and brother Raffaele Alajmo, will join Crystal to oversee specialty dining venue Osteria d’Ovidio.
Oceania Cruises reveals details of its 2025 Grand Voyage
From watching a voodoo ceremony in Togo, spotting a milky stork in Cambodia to learning the ancient art of tai chi in Shanghai. These are some extraordinary highlights of Oceania Cruises Grand Voyages in 2025.
Cruise fanatics Robert & Evie Gareb are planning their 117th cruise – here’s what they’ve learned
When retirees Robert and Evie Gareb get onboard Celebrity Edge for a 4-night, Sydney to Hobart cruise on 2 November, they will sailing their 117th voyage.
Find out where you can swim with whale sharks and go on a water buffalo race
From swimming with whale sharks, find out what you can do onboard the new Paspaley Pearl by Ponant.
Discover the Last Frontier by rail and sea with Regent Seven Seas Cruises
Nowadays, experiencing Alaska by sea only is not enough. The world’s most luxurious line, Regent Seven Seas Cruises is adding a six-night, pre-cruise, land program including two days onboard the Rocky Mountaineer, to complete your exploration of Canada.
Dare to Compare: Crown Princess vs Anthem of the Seas in 2025
It’s a conundrum. To cruise on Crown Princess or Royal Caribbean International’s Anthem of the Seas?