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Queen Mary 2

I had no interest in going on a cruise. This ship changed my mind

I may have been a dubious first-time cruiser, but my hesitation was nothing when compared to that of my boyfriend.

  • Latika Bourke

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Antara MV Ganga Vilas Cr: Antara

Record-breaking ship sets off on epic 3200-kilometre river journey

An India-based luxury cruise vessel has set off on a history-making voyage, chasing the title of the world’s longest river cruise.

  • Katherine Scott
Carnival Splendor cruise ship

I’m a cruising expert, but after three years I’m making rookie mistakes

My first cruise after the ban is on board a 3500-passenger giant, where I make a series of rookie mistakes.

Danube River Cruise

An epic, 10-country, 2857-kilometre Christmas journey

The promise of snow, Christmas markets and festive lights all add to the magic of these towns by the Danube.

Moorea, French Polynesia

Ban on big cruise ships makes this paradise even better

Smaller cruise ships, fewer visitors, more places to stay. Tahiti and the magic of Bora Bora are back, with a new emphasis on sustainability.

  • Julie Miller
Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth as seen in a file picture.

Cruise turns back to Australia, abandons Bali leg after COVID outbreak

Indonesian authorities have requested that an Australian cruise ship carrying about 2100 passengers and crew abandon the Balinese leg of its 25-day tour, following a COVID-19 outbreak on board.

  • Harriet Alexander
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The cruise ship “Global Dream”, which is currently under construction, is in the building dock at MV Werft. The provisional insolvency administrator had informed the employees about the current situation at a works meeting. Investors are being sought at full speed for the continued construction of the “Global Dream” cruise ship, which is three quarters complete. Photo: Jens Büttner/dpa-Zentralbild/dpa (Photo by Jens Büttner/picture alliance via Getty Images) Getty image for Traveller. Single use only.

Disney snaps up world’s biggest cruise ship after company collapse

Disney acquires Global Dream, the unfinished world’s largest ship, for a ‘favourable price’ following the financial collapse of its former owner.

  • Katherine Scott
A panoramic aerial view of the historic town of Dubrovnik,

Yes, a European cruise should be on your 2023 holiday wishlist

Cruising is back and Europe has more options than any other continent with every port providing a wealth of attractions and experiences.

  • Brian Johnston
wonder of the seas world’s biggest cruise ship

What it’s really like on board the (new) world’s biggest cruise ship

With streets, parks, piazzas and all sorts of shows and activities, we find out what it’s like on board this ‘city on the sea’.

  • Ed Grenby
Matt Gilbertson in character as Hans the German accordionist.

Australian cabaret star injured in orchestra pit fall near Turkey

Matt Gilbertson will be airlifted to London for treatment after suffering a badly injured foot and damaged spine while performing on a cruise ship.

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