Seeing the Caribbean on a yacht
Cruising the West Indies aboard the Emerald Sakara is like seeing the world in Technicolour every day.
Cruising
Sailing the Med in winter was my lucky break
The Middle East crisis is causing cruise lines to drastically alter their itineraries, sometimes to the advantage of passengers.
When a tour guide is surplus to requirements
Meandering solo around the Mediterranean’s A-list attractions is a breeze if you travel at select times of the year.
Drinking wine at the Pope’s castle
Sailing on the Rhone means you can sashay from vineyards to historic landmarks.
The perfect cruise for first-timers
Beginners are equally at home among passengers who are long time devotees on this beloved ship as it sails around Asia.
5 luxe hotel brands sailing into the cruise scene
A swag of top-tier properties now offer exclusive experiences afloat.
How to live on a cruise ship for six months
From 60 to 180 nights at sea, we have rounded up the best long voyages on offer for 2025.
What happens when a cruise ship becomes a crime scene?
Laws surrounding misdeeds at sea are complex, but rest assured, the captain will lock you up for criminal behaviour.
The land of dragons, pink beaches and fluorescent reefs
Sailing around Indonesia’s Komodo islands means venturing into wilderness inhabited by 3m long reptiles.
Cruising through the fog from Montreal to New York
There is nothing like sailing past the Statue of Liberty after a two week journey down the coast from Canada.
It’s all or nothing in Antarctica
Passengers become ‘expeditioners’ on this adventure – physically, intellectually and emotionally immersed in everything Antarctic.
Why “the river of Kings” is the best way to cruise in Europe
The Danube offers history, culture and great food and this journey takes you through four countries from Budapest to Prague.
Risque business on adults-only Virgin Voyages
Richard Branson’s cruise line has a reputation for being something of a swingers club at sea, and passengers certainly let their hair down.
Under-35s driving new year cruise surge
One in four Australians will take a cruise in 2024, according to a national survey, with numbers expected to breach pre-Covid levels this year.
Queen prepares to set sail along with two Vikings and a Princess
It’s been 14 years since this popular cruise line launched a new ship but the wait is almost over. Discover the prime cruising debuts for 2024.
Chills and thrills on a Greenland cruise
Navigating the fjords, icebergs and unforgiving landscapes of Greenland on a small luxury ship is an Arctic immersion with a ritzy twist.
How to see Europe and avoid airports
The history-steeped Mediterranean is bliss when you do it via ship and avoid airport hassles.
Living it up on a new ship in the Mediterranean
Bask in the golden sun and blue waters of the Cote d’Azur aboard Norwegian Cruise Line’s latest addition to the fleet.
I joined the cargo ship travel cult
Since the banning of mega cruise ships in parts of the South Pacific, a thrilling new way to see French Polynesia has surfaced. But beware: you may return tattooed.
’Tis the season for cruise ships to return
With about 70 vessels heading to Australian waters from now until April, it’s a bumper time for sailors.
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