Family-friendly cruises have become a significant attraction for holidaymakers, and the cruise industry has evolved to accommodate the new generation. Royal Caribbean International is embracing the change by building mega-ships…
The modern cruise ship market is extremely competitive, and builders utilise the services of world renowned architects. Pacific Dawn is no exception, being designed in 1991 by Renzo Piano, an…
As the name implies, Carnival cruise ships are all about fun and festivity. The onboard entertainments and amazing destinations, although reason enough for taking a Carnival cruise, are just part…
One of the greatest concerns of first time cruisers is the fear of getting seasick. Anyone who has experienced sea sickness will sympathise, as it is a condition that can…
Although 20 years old, the Sun Princess has been at the forefront of innovation until today. When launched, the vessel was the largest ship in the cruise industry, and outfitted…
During the past decade, cruising with the kids has become an extremely popular family vacation choice, and a lucrative market for cruise lines. It's no wonder that so many new…
The Diamond Princess was launched in 2004 and underwent a $30 million refurbishment upgrade in 2013, resulting in a ship that looks sparkling brand new. Built in Japan, with many…
Dawn Princess, launched in 1997, underwent refurbishment in 2009 and is now permanently based in Australia. The passenger capacity of 1,998 makes Dawn Princess a medium sized cruise ship in…
The latest addition to the P&O Australia fleet, Pacific Aria, is scheduled to make its debut voyage this November. The Aria will depart from Sydney and relocate to Brisbane, from…
The demand for bigger, better and more exciting cruise ships is continuing as cruise lines outdo each other with every new class of vessel launched. New mega-ships debut every year,…