Cruises
Port Guide: Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Phnom Penh has overcome its horrible history and is enjoying an economic boom. Buckle up for an exciting and confronting exploration of a rapidly changing city.
- Brian Johnston
More cities crack down on cruise ships, but don’t believe the ‘bans’
The media often erroneously reports cruise ship “bans” which are anything but.
- Brian Johnston
The Australian ship cruising one of Europe’s most spectacular waterways
The MS Estrela is a new ship for a new era of cruising, purpose-built to navigate the Douro River.
- Kerry van der Jagt
Fleeting and surreal, this might be Antarctica’s rarest experience
You’ve heard of a dry landing and a wet landing. But what about an ice landing?
- Jenny Hewett
Twelve things that will surprise you about a Nile cruise
Reckon the Middle East is a no-go zone for tourists right now? Think again. The sights along Egypt’s lifeblood will amaze even the most seasoned traveller.
- Steve McKenna
Camels, gondolas, tuk-tuks: Overrated (and underrated) ways to get around
A tick for LA’s rail system, and a thumbs-down for camel travel. These are Traveller’s transport stars, and those that still have a way to go.
- The Traveller team
This ramshackle city has no urban planning but you’ll love it
The unconventional Chilean city Valparaiso has no big sights and no pretensions, but it does have what counts: plenty of character.
- Brian Johnston
I broke one of the first rules of visiting the Antarctic
Polar snorkelling is a unique way to experience the White Continent. But something doesn’t feel right this morning.
- Jenny Hewett
Passengers are getting younger: How cruising is changing in 2025
The average age of cruise passengers is dropping as ships embrace digital technology and more exotic destinations.
- Brian Johnston
Port guide: Oslo, Norway
Scandinavia’s smallest capital has very agreeable style and liveliness and some big attractions. Here’s what you need to see and do.
- Brian Johnston
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