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Valiant in open waters. Drone footage Supplied PR image for Traveller. Check for re-use.  xxValiant Virgin Voyages Valiant Lady maiden cruise ; text by Keith Austin cr: Virgin Voyages (handout image supplied for use in Traveller, no syndication) 

I went on one of Virgin’s party cruise ships alone. Here’s what happened

What started as a quiet solo escape became a whirlwind of fun, unexpected friendships and unforgettable moments.

  • Tatyana Leonov

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The spot for sunlovers.

On board giant shipping line’s first foray into luxury cruising

Explora I feels like a spacious motor yacht rather than a ship, especially as the luxury is intimate rather than grand.

  • Lee Tulloch
The Elbe and its sandstone massif.

Beyond the Rhine and the Danube: Alternative European rivers to cruise

Think you’ve done river cruising in Europe? It’s time to look beyond mainstream rivers at the marvellous range of alternative cruise destinations.

  • Brian Johnston
Gantheaume Point, Broome.

Port guide: Broome, Australia

This isolated West Australian town and gateway to the Kimberley has quirky character, multicultural history and a spectacular beach.

  • Brian Johnston
Silver Ray’s unique asymmetrical design places the pool and lifts on one side.

I loved this ship so much, I booked again before I got off

After decades of family cruising with kids, my partner and I took a luxury cruise without them. It only took two days on board for us to lock in our next one.

  • Monique Farmer
P&O’s exclusive Byron Beach Club retreat will remain a fixture.

Beloved cruise line ends as Australian-based ships are reborn

Those lamenting the demise of iconic cruise brand P&O will find two of its ships sailing onwards and retaining some – but not all – of the familiar features.

  • Brian Johnston
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Splurge-worthy Monte Carlo.

Port guide: Monte Carlo, Monaco

Few places are quite as glamorous as this tiny Mediterranean principality, but beyond the opulence, you’ll find very worthy sights.

  • Brian Johnston
Scenic Eclipse II arrives in Sydney on Friday morning.

Bigger isn’t better: Why small ships offer the ultimate cruise trips

A small ship is a boutique hotel compared to the mega-ship’s resort; a private jet rather than an A380; a private tour compared to a coach tour.

  • Brian Johnston
Oceania Vista ship.

Luxury cruising

Luxury cruising has been undergoing a quiet revolution, with fabulous on-board dining, top-notch service and incredible itineraries.

Queen Anne arrives in Sydney on Friday morning.

The newest Queen of the seas arrives in Australia for the first time

Queen Anne arrived in Sydney Harbour on Friday morning as part of its inaugural 107-day world cruise.

  • Julietta Jameson

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