Asia is the hot new destination with lines offering great new deals
Asia is the hot new destination with Princess Cruises extending its Japan itineraries for the 2025-26 season.
‘Two wineries and a small cheese ’n’ bickie plate: AU$300’: How to beat shore excursion price rises
Passengers are preparing for post-cruise “bill shock” as lines look for extra cash grabs from shore excursions and once-free onboard extras.
How Icon of the Seas could inject $2.9m a day into Sydney’s economy
As Icon of the Seas sails her maiden voyages, cruisers down under are asking: could the world’s largest cruise ship, at 364.75 metres, sail in Australia?
Brilliance of the Seas maiden arrival marks big start for Eden
The Port of Eden, on the NSW Far South Coast, has kicked off its biggest ever summer cruise season by welcoming in the maiden arrival of Brilliance of the Seas.
6 of the ultimate spa experiences on cruise ships
Sailing away to the horizon, surrounded by water and deeply inhaling that salty air is inherently calming, so cruise aficionados want more than the ...
Are Australians paying gratuities twice?
A number of Australian cruisers are tipping their favourite staff on board personally – even though gratuities are already included in their fares. A ...
Cruise loyalty programs – which lines are best?
Sometimes it’s a coloured card hanging from your lanyard. Sometimes, it’s the invitation to the exclusive captain’s cocktail. Cruise lines are always looking for ...
The best value spa at sea
Vacations are all about relaxing and getting recharged, and a big part of it is getting pampered at the spa. So you don’t want ...
How much can you really do on a three-day cruise?
“It’s a sprint not a marathon,” says the Carnival Legend’s Entertainment Director Calvyn. “There’s a much more fun atmosphere on a three-day cruise compared ...
The eight best cruise itineraries to New Zealand
New Zealand, the land of the long white cloud has attracted Aussie travellers for decades with its alluring natural beauty and warm community. In ...
What kind of cruiser are you?
Whether you are a first–time cruiser, a sceptic who thinks seaborne vacations aren’t your thing or an experienced cruiser wanting to learn more, this ...
