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River cruises

On the river in the cappuccino-coloured MS Estrela.

On board the new, Aussie-owned luxury ship cruising Europe

One of APT’s newest ships, the MS Estrela, is a gleaming beacon of contemporary sophistication purpose built for the Douro River.

  • Kerry van der Jagt
Only smaller ships are allowed so near the floating city.

Port guide: Venice, Italy

This floating city is packed with churches, palaces and art. Although overcrowded and maddening, it’s impossible not to fall under Venice’s spell.

  • Brian Johnston
The historic Stone Bridge in Regenburg.

Port guide: Regensburg, Germany

Don’t miss one of Europe’s most attractive old towns, which has a lively, lived-in atmosphere thanks to its university and manufacturing credentials.

  • Brian Johnston
The Bay of Cadiz, a city of ancient riches.

Port Guide: Cadiz, Spain

The fortified, peninsular town of Cadiz, ancient but still energetic, is one of the highlights of Andalusia. Don’t miss this local, under-the-radar charmer.

  • Brian Johnston
Place la Bourse in Bordeaux.

Port guide: Bordeaux, France

Bordeaux is a lively, graceful city with more heritage-listed buildings than anywhere else in France except Paris – and famous vineyards nearby.

  • Brian Johnston
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Cruising can offer the perfect solo holiday.

When it comes to cruising, there’s good news for solo travellers

Single, or partner not keen on a cruise? The good news is many lines are making it easier, cheaper and more appealing to sail alone.

  • Brian Johnston
To be sure

How to avoid one of the biggest cruise ship rip-offs

Use these insider hacks so you don’t waste time and money on outings in port.

  • Kristie Kellahan
Kotor Old Town.

Port guide: Kotor, Montenegro

Montenegro’s most-visited port is an appealing, fortified, mini-Dubrovnik, but your biggest treat might be what you see before you get there.

  • Brian Johnston
Viking Mississippi on the Mississippi River between Louisiana and Mississippi.

Jazz and Creole food? This luxe river cruise is an immersive must-do

A voyage on Viking Mississippi is worthy of a place on avid cruisers’ must-do lists – this journey was an immersive deep-dive into small-town America.

  • Kristie Kellahan
The busy port city of Kobe.

Port guide: Kobe, Japan

This mid-sized port gets overlooked thanks to neighbours Kyoto, Nara and Osaka but is one of Japan’s most energetic and attractive urban destinations.

  • Brian Johnston

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