This Month
Why billionaire David Marriott goes strictly off grid for holidays
Three travel industry families reveal where they’re planning to get away from it all next year and what’s in store for their global businesses.
- Fiona Carruthers
From baby races to hidden Mickeys: here’s what a Disney cruise is like
Finally, the brand’s cruise line has made its Australian debut. Our writer stepped aboard a sceptic. Not so his two children.
- David Marin-Guzman
November
- Christmas Gift Guide 2023
- Life & Leisure
Why it’s a great idea to travel on Christmas Day, especially overseas
Don’t be afraid to spend December 25 on the move. It might be your most exciting present to yourself yet – and save you pennies in the process.
- Fiona Carruthers and Ayesha de Kretser
Expedition leaders name the top wildlife and adventure trips for 2024
Turn the dial to adventure: spot NZ fur seals on Enderby Island, watch boobies dance in the Galápagos or snorkel with humphead parrotfish in the Seychelles.
- Brian Johnston
- Top 50 Hot List
- Life & Leisure
Love the sea? Here are nine new ships – and one refurbished
Plenty of shiny new hulls are already sliding down the slip rails to make fresh waves into the New Year.
- Brian Johnston
October
Secluded bays and vintage silverware? Try a charter yacht
Looking for the best time and way to cruise the Med? This boat for 10 with outdoor movies offers a whole new way to holiday.
- Ute Junker
Ruby Princess liner negligent, misleading in COVID-19 trip
Justice Angus Stewart found the cruise company knew, or ought to have known, about the heightened risk of COVID-19 infection.
- Updated
- Maeve Bannister
Unwind on a Mekong River cruise: an ex-monk will show you how
Leave Western cares behind on this voyage into Asia’s lush Golden Triangle in Laos. Downing home-made whisky with a village elder is optional.
- Trudy Harris
Richard Branson goes big on cruise with three $1b ships and counting
This cruise around the Greek islands invites guests to go the whole A-lister hog – from throwing tantrums to demanding of staff: “Don’t you know who I am?”
- Tony Davis
What to expect on your first Greek Islands cruise
When cruising aboard Resilient Lady in a RockStar Suite, there’s only one way to spend your daytime shore excursions: like a rock star, in dark glasses and a cap.
- Tony Davis
Where should you dine at sea?
From fresh-baked Danish pastries to caviar silver service and gin-and-tonic scones, here’s an amuse-bouche of options.
- Jill Dupleix
How to see the best of Tahiti over 11 days from $12,620
For a taste of France in the South Pacific and to experience the allure of Tahiti in all its natural beauty, step aboard the newly renovated Le Paul Gauguin.
- Joanna Bates
Floating day spas with caviar and champagne? Yes, it’s a thing
Get spoiled at sea with bath butlers who ensure there’s champagne next to your soap, charcoal saunas, and al fresco massages.
- Brian Johnston
Fancy a Four Seasons at sea? Silversea has turned ships into hotels
Silversea’s Silver Nova – the first in its new Nova class of vessels – is a game changer, with its revolutionary design that ensures a spectacular outlook.
- Jane Knight
Who let the dogs on? The only ship that welcomes pets
Hundreds of pampered four-legged fur babies cruise the trans-Atlantic route between New York and Southampton each year.
- Fiona Carruthers
One chef for every 10 diners? Sign me up
Founded by a Miami-based Cuban American, Oceania Cruises is known for its food and wine offering. Its latest ship, Oceania Vista, is no exception.
- Ben Potter
Nervous about going on tour? Here’s how to survive a group holiday
Fiercely independent travellers never like the sound of groups, let alone cruises. You can enjoy both – while hanging onto your adventurous spirit.
- Jeff Allan
A&K spend $270m to refit Crystal - still with Nobu, and bigger suites
Crystal Serenity has had its first outing as part of the Abercrombie & Kent stable. The ship’s major refit means fewer guests and enhanced appeal.
- Jane Knight
See the best of remote Ireland and Scotland in just 17 days
An extended voyage of these Celtic regions yields endless revelations – including Luke Skywalker’s favoured retreat in Star Wars.
- Peter Wilson
This just-launched luxury cruise line leans into la dolce vita
In a sign of a strongly rebounding cruise market, Italian line MSC has launched Explora I, a new luxury ship that has the feel of a superyacht.
- Josephine McKenna
