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Gibraltar and the Rock.

Port guide: Gibraltar

This tiny town wedged into the coast of Spain is a weird, anachronistic territory with a fabulous history, terrific views and one big rock.

  • Brian Johnston
The pool deck of Oceania Cruises' ship Insignia

How (and why) cruise lines are shifting to adults-only

Earlier this year, Oceania Cruises announced it was banning children on its ships in a move that really just rubber stamps reality.

  • Brian Johnston
A cruise on Carnival still costs about the same as cruises used to cost in the ’80s – with a lot more to offer than in those days.

Seeking an affordable holiday? Cruising is much cheaper than it used to be

We’ve all wondered many things about Titanic, but until now, it never crossed my mind to wonder what fares it charged its ill-fated passengers.

  • Brian Johnston
Colourful shops in Skagway.

Port Guide: Skagway, United States

Bordellos, bars and bad behaviour: one of Alaska’s most popular and atmospheric ports has quite the tale to tell.

  • Brian Johnston
Livorno’s coloured houses and new fort sit on its canals.

People skip this delightful city for Pisa. This is why you shouldn’t

Most travellers bypass this underrated stop en route to Pisa or Florence, but what I discover is an unexpected highlight best explored on foot.

  • Kate Armstrong
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Disney’s newest and biggest ship, Disney Adventure.

Record-breaking new $2.5 billion Disney ship launches in our region

Disney may have exited Australia waters, but the cruise line’s newest, biggest ship yet is ready to set sail in Asia.

  • Craig Platt
Summer and a cafe in Valletta’s old town in Malta.

‘Cultural salons at sea’: the new wave of themed cruises

The themed cruise segment has grown into a multibillion-dollar market as operators respond to travellers seeking personalised itineraries.

  • Julietta Jameson
Seabourn Venture at Booth islands, Antarctica.

This cruise ship just broke an Antarctic record. It won’t be the last

Antarctica is the ultimate expedition destination for many cruisers, and the race is on to push further into the White Continent.

  • Brian Johnston
Kagoshima, viewed from Shiroyama Observatory.

Port guide: Kagoshima, Japan

Japan’s southernmost big city is relaxed and easy-going, but has one almighty sight that might make you leap in alarm. Prepare for a smoking hot encounter.

  • Brian Johnston
Star Princess underway.

Bigger, bolder and still affordable. The new star of the seas

Elegant and stylish, but always approachable and comfortable: that’s Princess Cruises in a nutshell. It’s not a “hip and sexy” cruise line, nor is it trying to be.

  • Kristie Kellahan