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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
Traditional wooden boats cross the Mekong with Cai Be church in the background.

The spirit of Vietnam bursts into life along the Mekong

During a cruise on the Mekong River, an excursion proves nourishing in more ways than one.

  • Tim Richards
Mekong Serenity on the river.

A perfect home away from home on the Mekong

Vietnam and Cambodia may be countries bristling with energy, but serenity abounds when you swap the rails for the river.

  • Tim Richards
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
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Eisbachwelle, or the “Eisbach wave” in Munich.

The world’s most unlikely surf break has suddenly vanished

The Eisbach Wave, one of Munich’s most offbeat attractions, suddenly disappeared late last year. But its once turbulent waters could well serve as a metaphor.

  • Anthony Dennis
River cruising alone.

My awkward dilemma as the only solo traveller on a cruise

Who would I socialise with when everyone had already found their tribe? Americans? Canadians? Brits? Or just go for the familiarity of Australians?

  • Justine Costigan
Disney Adventure will be Disney’s biggest ship yet.

The coolest new ships launching in 2026 (including one in Australia)

From a special Australian arrival to chic luxury yachts and Disney’s biggest vessel yet, we’re spoiled for choice of new ways to cruise this year.

  • Brian Johnston
Hobart waterfront with kunanyi/Mount Wellington beyond.

Port guide: Hobart, Australia

It might be our smallest state capital but you’ll find plenty in easy, breezy Hobart to occupy a full day ashore.

  • Brian Johnston
The Moselle river’s scenery is perhaps even more spectacular than the Rhine’s.

I thought this European river was amazing, then we turned down another

The Rhine is spectacular, but when we turn left at Koblenz, the scenery becomes even more beautiful.

  • Justine Costigan