Ovation of the Seas was built at the famous Meyer Werft shipyards in Germany before commencing official service in Southampton in 2016. Since then the ship has embarked on a Global Odyssey for 52 nights and homeported in China...
Do you like to cruise in style? There are luxurious cruise ships and private yachts that can take you around the world in an adventure you’ll never forget for the rest of your life. From five-star dining and world-class...
Measuring 66 meters wide and 361 meters long, Royal Caribbean’s Symphony of the Seas is by far the largest cruise ship in the world. Exploring all 15 decks seems like such an exciting adventure. However, splitting up and letting...
Alaska is one of the last remaining great American frontiers. The largest state in the USA, Alaska is almost untouched, being extremely remote and in parts entirely inaccessible. To give some indication, the state capital Juneau, has no road...
Cruise vacations are increasingly popular, with demand booming in both Sydney and Melbourne. Investment in state of the art port facilities has ensured these two iconic Australian destinations are well and truly on the map with travellers, and an...
Before commencing any vacation, there will be a host of decisions to make. A lot of time will be spent deciding how much to pack. Some decisions will be guided by weight allowances, especially if your holiday involves connecting...
When planning a cruise vacation, a suitable itinerary and appealing destination remain the most important considerations; however, for those who are new to cruising or haven’t been onboard for a while, a lot has changed. The competitive industry has...
It’s truly amazing to witness a cruise ship for the first time. As the floating palace gracefully draws closer, we get a glimpse of the sheer size and beauty of the ship. With some cruise ships towering over twenty...
Cruise ships host thousands of passengers and new vessels are larger than ever. Passenger numbers have increased exponentially in keeping with the launch of every new vessel, and Australians are among the most keen cruisers in the world. Australians...
Oasis of the Seas is the ship that heralded the new era of mega cruise ships. Launched in 2009, Oasis is as big as a high-rise apartment building, standing 16 decks high and 361 metres long. After less than...