Oceania Cruises’ Marina will undergo a huge refurbishment in May 2024.

Oceania to debut new Med voyages in 2025

Leading culinary cruise line, Oceania Cruises will launch new Mediterranean voyages next year to tantalize guests to holiday in some of the most breathtaking destinations in Europe.

Viking Octantis with zodiacs, kayaks and Special Ops fleet in Antarctica.

Trying to decide between the Arctic and the Antarctic cruise? You can go to both

Three lines offer cruises from the Arctic to Antarctica - and they are very popular so hurry if this appeals to you

Cunard's fleet of stately ships

Queen Anne joins Cunard’s fleet of stately ships

Queen Anne officially joins the luxury Cunard cruise line at a historic handover ceremony at Fincantieri shipyard in Italy.   

Ovation of the Seas sailing into Sydney Harbour

Cruise boom to deliver 1.72 million cruisers by 2028 – if we have ships

Cruise is thriving with the number of cruisers in Australasia expected to soar to 1.72 million by 2028 according to the latest report by Cruise Lines International Association.

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines

Sydney Harbour Bridge safe from Baltimore disasters say experts

Engineering experts have reassured the cruise industry that a similar Baltimore catastrophe is unlikely to cripple the world famous Sydney Harbour Bridge.

As the world cruise season starts, Silver Shadow leaves Sydney on a 139-day cruise

Essential Luxe: Silversea offers sail-only fares to save up to $5,000

Luxury boutique line, Silversea has broadened its price structure to attract holiday makers looking for last-minute deals and paying voyage only fares – minus flights, transfers and shore excursions.

Grand Dining Room on the new Vista

Legendary French chef Jacques Pepin passes on ladle

At 88 years of age, Jacques Pepin has finally decided to "semi-retire" from Oceania Cruises, the world's leading culinary-focused line. In his place, Oceania has appointed, not one but two Master chefs of France - Alexis Quaretti and Eric Barale as executive culinary directors.

Exploring the White Continent with Ponant

Explore the White Continent with Ponant from 2025 to 2026

World leader in luxury expeditions, French line Ponant will debut new sailings to discover the pristine Antarctic Peninsula to the Falklands including Ross Sea and Chilian Fjords kicking off with the icebreaker Le Commandant Charcot.

New luxury line with hydrogen-powered ships targets Australians

It’s all in the smell – master perfumer to create bespoke scent for Explora Journeys

MSC’s luxury lifestyle brand, Explora Journeys has commissioned master perfumer Alberto Morillas to create a bespoke scent Mandala Blue to be used in suites and bathroom amenities for guests.

Food Silver Spirit Silver Seas

Yum! Silversea rolls out S.A.L.T. food offering Down Under

The luxury line is finalising plans to launch its much talked about, immersive Sea And Land Taste (S.A.L.T.) program for guests onboard the Silver Shadow currently on a world cruise in Australia says Philippa Walker, marketing director of Silversea.

RSS Grandeur Observation Lounge.

Australians are travelling three weeks more than pre-Covid

The trend among Australians is to travel longer and the Mediterranean is the top destination says Lisa Pile Vice President Sales & General Manager Asia Pacific of one of the world's most luxurious lines, Regent Seven Seas Cruises.

Disney Wonder

Disney Adventure heads to Singapore in 2025

Families and devoted fans of Disney, Pixar and Marvel can embark on magical voyages at sea when Disney Cruise Line sends its latest addition, Disney Adventure to home port in Singapore from next year.

APT Le Soleal

Explore New Zealand on a luxury expedition ship with APT

The Land of the Long White Cloud has always been a favourite destination for many Australians. Now you can discover New Zealand like never before with APT and do it in style with boutique ship, Le Soleal.

Eithad Business was a disappointment

Etihad review: Great food, shame about the airline

Teresa Ooi finds Etihad’s galley is its only saving grace on a business class route from Sydney to Luxembourg.

Who has the best small ships? Your guide to boutique vessels

Ponant launches 70 nights European Grand Voyages in 2025

Ponant has combined three magnificent European itineraries giving long-haul travellers the joys of experiencing back-to-back sailings focusing on the best destinations Europe has to offer.

All-girl Galentine’s Day holiday bookings on the rise

All-girl Galentine’s Day holiday bookings on the rise

Valentine’s Day may have come and gone but it looks like more women are celebrating Galentine’s Day - booking all-girls’ getaways according to a latest survey commissioned by Norwegian Cruise Line.