Your Cruise Guide
23 June, 2022
Le Ponant's New 2023 Kimberley CruisesPonant has unveiled its Kimberley experiences on board Le Ponant for next year. Cruises are open now for the expedition program on board the three-masted sailing yacht commencing on the 7th of April 2023 with 26 new cruise departures covering the Northern Kimberley, Southern Kimberley,...
09 June, 2022
Welcome Home Pacific ExplorerP&O's Pacific Explorer has made it's highly anticipated return to Sydney after 2 years away, marking the long awaited restart of cruising in the region. Pacific Explorer became the first cruise ship to return to Australia in more than two years, passing through Sydney Heads at about...
09 June, 2022
Discover Hawaii with NCLIt has felt like a long time coming, but at last the world is reopening again for us to explore and there are many reasons why a visit to Hawaii should be high on your 'must do' list. Hawaii is one of the many things that Norwegian Cruise Lines does exceptionally well and they are ready and...
01 June, 2022
2024 Scenic Eclipse Australia & South Pacific VoyagesScenic Eclipse II will sail the South Pacific and the coastlines of Australia for the very first time in 2024. Join Scenic on a voyage of discovery in this remarkable region with exclusive itineraries carefully curated by their expert journey designers. Combining innovative design and...
19 April, 2022
Choices, Choices Everywhere!So, just how will you fill your days when voyaging on a Cunard cruise? There are a plethora of options to keep you busy, or relaxed, depending on whether you want to be active or looking after your wellbeing. With all the choices, there is sure to be something that really takes your fancy...
06 April, 2022
The Vikings are Coming!Cruising is returning to Australia and New Zealand we are so excited! After what seems like a very long time, the Australian Government has announced that the ban on cruise vessels entering Australia will not be extended when it ends on April 17. This means only one thing… Cruising is coming...
10 December, 2021
Bringing You CloserExperts on the Norwegian coast, many of whom live locally, will be by your side as part of your voyage with Hurtigruten, showing you their home and sharing their stories with you. No guidebook, website, or mobile app can replace the human connection of having one of ...
27 September, 2021
Explore The Heart of Coastal NorwayHaving established the Original Coastal Route along the coast of Norway 128 years ago, Hurtigruten is integral to, and ingrained in, the Norwegian culture and way of life. Their unmatched experience in sailing these waters, makes them the local experts, and no one knows the fjords, wildlife,...
27 September, 2021
Regent for the StarsEmbodying a 30-year legacy of perfecting luxury travel, the sixth member of the Regent fleet, Seven Seas Grandeur is scheduled for delivery in the fourth quarter of 2023. Today Regent Seven Seas has revealed details of the $14,000-a-night, 413m2 Regent suite, which can host up to six guests,...
27 September, 2021
P&O’s Aussie AdventureP&O Cruises Australia’s Pacific Adventure has emerged from dry dock showcasing its new identity, as the cruise line’s fleet transformation continues. The latest addition to P&O Australia’s three-ship fleet, Adventure’s new personality includes a sweeping Crux bow livery and a...
26 September, 2021
Celebrity Edge Heads Downunder in 2023-2024In 2023 and 2024, Celebrity are taking the excitement of exploring the Land Down Under to new heights of luxury with their first revolutionary, award-winning Edge® Series ship - Celebrity Edge®. This award-winning ship is set to offer exciting sailings to Australia and New Zealand sailing from...
09 March, 2020
Discover Antarctica, the Arctic & the Great Lakes in Comfort and Style with VikingFollowing the recent launch of Viking expeditions, you can now look forward to exploring Antarctica, the Arctic and North America’s Great Lakes on board Viking’s two new purpose-built expedition ships. Maintaining its reputation as The Thinking Person’s Cruise, Viking has developed an...
08 January, 2020
Choosing the Right Cruise For You: Tips for Senior TravellersIf you are planning to set off on an ocean cruise and are having trouble deciding which is the best for you, then you’re not alone. With so many incredible destinations to choose from it can be hard to select an itinerary, let alone a ship and stateroom that suits your needs and preferences....
07 January, 2020
What is an Expedition Cruise?These days expedition cruising more closely resembles traditional cruising in terms of comfort and service, the main difference being that itineraries and onboard programs offer a greater focus on the destination and the onshore experiences – and voyages tend to visit places that are more...
18 December, 2019
First Time Cruiser? Our Guide to Choosing The Right CabinYou're about to book your first cruise and realise that in that process you'll also need to choose your cabin. This might have caused you to press pause – what do you need to consider when choosing your home away from home on board? Aside from the category of cabin, and the cost, there are...
02 December, 2019
What is a Guaranteed Cabin?When you're planning your ocean cruise you might have come across the term ‘Guaranteed’ cabin in the booking process and hesitated to proceed. After all, if it’s your first time booking a cruise these are all new terms. Let’s help you demystify cabins and cruising by helping you understand...
12 November, 2019
Your Guide to Cruise LanguageYou’ve probably already mastered talking like a pirate but when you start planning your first cruise it can seem like there is a whole new language to learn about shipboard life. And there is – from planning to book to stepping on board, you will come across terminology that you have never...
18 October, 2019
First Time Cruising - Will I Get Seasick?If you are a first time cruiser you are going to have a lot of questions about life onboard a cruise ship. One question that you are bound to have in mind might be about seasickness. If you haven’t been on the sea before, even in a small boat or a ferry, you may be wondering how you will...
01 October, 2019
Yvonne's Spectacular APT Kimberley Coast CruiseI recently had the opportunity to join APT on the Expedition Cruise ship Ms Island Sky sailing along the Kimberley Coast from Broome to Darwin. I knew I was in for an amazing experience but this surpassed even my own expectations. It is a vast and remote region and the colours of the natural...
31 August, 2019
10 Things You Should Know About the MedA popular destination for sun seekers, history lovers, and cruisers the world over, ‘the Med’ is to most an alluring sun kissed, island hopping destination where azure seas offer warm waters and charming coastal ports. Getting to know the region is truly like opening a treasure chest . This...
30 August, 2019
Getting Ashore – Docking versus TenderingIf you are new to ocean cruising, you might be wondering how you get ashore at the various ports that your cruise ship might visit. While many cruise ships these days are a destination of their own accord, joining the shore excursions or exploring each port on your own adds priceless cultural...
