Cruises
Australia’s most magnificent island left me overwhelmed – and horrified
Just before leaving one of the most incredible places I’ve ever visited, I saw something that appalled me.
- Craig Platt
Cruise passengers are taking longer trips, including epic 100-night journeys
While the average length of cruises is getting shorter, anyone looking for a magnificently long journey can satisfy their cruise cravings.
- Brian Johnston
Port guide: Split, Croatia
This Croatian port city isn’t as famous as Dubrovnik, but you might find it a much more enjoyable, lively and authentic experience.
- Brian Johnston
Port guide: Dubrovnik, Croatia
This Mediterranean port city is derided as an overcrowded medieval theme park, but never mind. You’ll probably love it.
- Brian Johnston
Here’s how to save thousands on a cruise, even in pricey Europe
Fwer packed ports, fewer queues, special festivals, no heatwaves, but the best thing about low-season cruising is the price.
- Brian Johnston
Nearly 2km long, 80,000 passengers: The wild plan for a floating city
The concept has been around for 30 years, but there’s a new push to build the “Freedom Ship” that would never leave international waters.
- Dave Monk
The destroyed town that became one of Europe’s most beautiful places
Ravaged by fire more than 100 years ago, this remote Scandinavian town bounced back to become one of Europe’s most scenic spots.
- Ute Junker
Our arrival on Australia’s untouched ‘most magnificent’ island is a game changer
The two caretakers on this Tasmanian island are only used to eight visitors at a time. So it’s a big day when 120 come calling at once.
- Julie Miller
It may depart from Bali, but this holiday takes in some of Asia’s wildest wonders
Climbing a volcano, swimming with whale sharks and trekking with Komodo dragons – all while enjoying luxurious comfort.
- Jane Richards
A record number of Australians are cruising, but they’re facing a problem
While Australians are still keen cruise goers, Australia itself is slowly sailing into the doldrums, with a dwindling number of ships visiting our shores.
- Brian Johnston