Ocean cruises
Even after 20 years, this Vietnamese drawcard’s beauty hasn’t faded
The karsts that dot the waters of Vietnam’s Ha Long Bay have seen many changes, but their stark beauty is not diminished.
- by Jane Richards
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Forget safaris: Africa is on the precipice of a cruise boom
Africa has long been underrepresented on cruise itineraries, but adventurous cruisers can now visit an increasing range of enticing African destinations.
- by Brian Johnston
River cruising takes off in Europe’s port wine mecca
More cruise ships than ever have been sailing merrily down the stream in Portugal this year, and it’s no wonder demand is rising.
- by Brian Johnston
Think cruising is same-same? You haven’t tried themed sailings
If you want to pursue a particular interest and enjoy a holiday in the company of like-minded people, then a themed cruise is for you.
- by Brian Johnston
This country has 7000 islands. Ships are finally discovering it
The Philippines has a warm climate and some of the world’s friendliest people too, as anyone who likes cruising will already know.
- by Brian Johnston
Port guide: Dubai, UAE
Dubai is one of the world’s most spectacular, ultra-modern, ever-changing cities, and few ports are better for an eye-popping cruise stopover.
- by Brian Johnston
Port guide: Copenhagen, Denmark
As you approach, your ship dodges wind farms and an island fortress. It isn’t the most scenic approach, but silvery Scandinavian seas add ethereal beauty.
- by Brian Johnston
Port guide: Aswan, Egypt
This ancient trading city on the Nile is the most wonderfully scenic of all Egypt’s riverside towns, with plenty of energy and attitude to match.
- by Brian Johnston
Turns out, the ‘end of the world’ is a great place to visit
This far-flung chilly city will warm your heart with crab feasts, colourful murals and some of the best baked goods around.
- by Katrina Lobley
The famous cartoon that put a pastoral slice of paradise on the map
This farm tour could be a scene straight from Footrot Flats, the beloved and long-running New Zealand daily cartoon strip by Murray Ball.
- by Anthony Dennis
The soul-stirring beauty of the Scottish isles you never knew existed
A small-ship cruise takes in the UK’s most northerly islands, which are closer to Norway’s Bergen than they are to Scotland’s Edinburgh.
- by Steve McKenna
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