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Emerald Cruises

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Reaching an impressive 110 metres in length, our spectacular superyachts will exceed your yacht cruising expectations. Emerald invite you to join us on...more

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Budget:Luxury

Known For:Affordable Luxury

Fleet Size:2

Scenic

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For more than 36 years Scenic have sought that which lies beyond the horizon, seeking out new experiences, landscapes and cultures to expand your consciousness....more

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Budget:Luxury

Known For:6 Star Cruising

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Virgin Voyages

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Where superyacht design and your dream destinations meet. Welcome to how Virgin does cruise ships. With Richard Branson at the helm, Virgin Voyages is...more

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Cruise into Sydney Harbour

Glide quietly through the heads toward Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Opera House as the rising sun casts its glow on the waking city. Magic.

White Christmas in Antarctica

Celebrate the Whitest Christmas on a small ship Antarctic Expedition. Gifts include Weddell, crabeater and leopard seals; gentoo, Adelie and chinstrap penguins, and elephant seal sightings.

Cruise the Norwegian Fjords

Dwarfed by the towering, snowcapped cliffs, your ship glides through fjords into Flam where you will board the famous Flam Railway, witnessing more stunning scenery trackside!

Shipboard days on the Mediterranean

Your sun lounge, a warm breeze, the blue sea, a coastline dotted with whitewashed buildings. Spa time, a dip in the pool, a sumptuous dinner. A timeless day at sea on the Mediterranean. Next port, Rome.

Small Ship Cruising in the Galapagos

Visit the Giant Tortoise Breeding program on Isla Isabel on your Galapagos Island cruise. Observe blue footed boobies, white tipped reef sharks, marine iguanas, playful sea lions, penguins and crabs in their natural habitat.

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A New Experience Every Day Julie and David, QLD, Australia, May 2024

Our trip to the Galapagos Islands was one that was long planned and eagerly awaited, and proved to be everything we had hoped. We had decided that, since we were only going to be there once in our lives, we should spend as much time as we could. I wondered whether the 10 nights on the Grand Queen Beatrix might prove too much, but it was fantastic, ...read more and every day brought a new experience. The wildlife was spectacular and much of it incredibly tame. The opportunity to snorkel every day had us swimming with sea lions, penguins, white-tipped sharks and a huge variety of colourful fish. The unique land and marine iguanas were impressive and birdlife was prolific. Every island was somewhat different and beautiful in its own way.

Intrepid’s Grand Queen Beatrix was a lovely small ship and we were pleased that we had booked one of the balcony rooms. It allowed more air into the cabin and a place to dry wet clothes. The rooms did not have a lot of storage and we ended up with one of us living out of a suitcase, but that worked fine and was not a problem. The crew were wonderful and the guides excellent, food was delicious, healthy and plentiful, which we needed because the high level of activity every day meant increased appetites. We were only filled to capacity (16 pax) for a few days of the trip and our fellow passengers were great company.

The tour included one additional night both before and after the Islands in Quito at Le Parc Hotel. We also booked 2 further nights before and 3 after at Le Parc and made good use of them doing the hop-on/hop-off bus and day trips with to the Mindo Cloud Forest to see hummingbirds and tucans, and Mitad Del Mundo where the equator passes through the outskirts of Quito. We did all these tours with the Quito Tour Bus (quitotourbus.com) which proved good value for money. We also went up the Telerifico Cable Car with expansive views down over Quito and spent a couple of hours in the wonderful Botanic Gardens just one block from the hotel.

I had originally thought I might book a different hotel in the “old town”, but was very glad I had not. Although Le Parc was some distance from the old centre of Quito, it was a comparatively safe area and very cheap to get anywhere by taxi.

For anyone contemplating going to Galapagos Islands and Ecuador, my advice is to do an Intrepid cruise for as many nights as you can afford, and add a couple of extra nights in Quito, where there is much to see and do.

Alaskan Cruise John and Karyn, VIC, Australia, Apr 2024

First time cruise and enjoyed every minute. Princess cruises are well organised and the cruise went according to plan. Great food and on board entertainment was entertaining. A very relaxing 7 days and the scenery breathtaking.

Greek Islands cruise that must be done Steven and Janice, VIC, Australia, Apr 2024

Celestial cruise package around the Aegean sea was one of the best trips we have done. Perfectly executed from the booking to the last day disembarkment. On board entertainment was fantastic. Shore excursions were stress free and on time. Cabin was more than expected and the wait staff were very friendly and obliging. Fully recommend this journey.

Great Cruise Through inside passage Alaska Arthur and Dawn, QLD, Australia, Apr 2024

Amazing scenery that you wouldn't see anywhere else in the world, towering snow-capped mountains, and huge glaciers absolutely wonderful would recommend it to everyone.

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The Sanctuary Collection: Redefining Luxury on Princess Cruises
Set sail in unprecedented style with the Sanctuary Collection on Princess Cruises, available exclusively on the next-generation Sun Princess and Star Princess ships. Elevate your holiday to extraordinary heights as you step into a world of bespoke amenities, private spaces, and the epitome of...

23 April, 2024
Introducing Emerald Kaia: The Next-Generation Superyacht
Emerald KaiaEmerald Cruises has just announced their new chapter in luxury yacht cruising - Emerald Kaia. A visionary addition to their prestigious fleet, which includes Emerald Azzurra and Emerald Sakara, the Emerald Kaia is scheduled for its maiden voyage in April 2026. This splendid yacht...

27 February, 2024
Cunard's Great Australian Culinary Journey 2025
Embark on a culinary odyssey like no other as Cunard's Great Australian Culinary Voyage returns in February 2025, promising an unforgettable experience for enthusiasts of fine dining and exploration aboard the Queen Elizabeth. This 6-day roundtrip voyage from Sydney is where the culinary...

04 February, 2024
Scenic Eclipse's East Antarctica Voyages
East Antarctica Departing From Australia & NZFrom exploring the Ross Sea, deemed the most pristine piece of ocean left on Earth, to discovering legendary huts made immortal by explorers’ tales, the ultimate adventure awaits you in East Antarctica. With only three departures available...

Common Questions Common questions about cruising

What are the most common types of cabin on a cruise ship?

There are four main types of cabin to be found on a cruise ship being an interior or inside cabin, an ocean view or outside cabin, a balcony room and a suite. The layout, position and size of these types will vary from one cruise ship to another so in order to get the most out of your cruise, it is important to...read more

What is an inside cabin on a cruise ship?

An inside cabin is a windowless room located in the middle of the ship meaning no view to the outside or natural light. This isn't as unappealing as it may sound, there are definite upsides to being inside - the significantly cheaper price point being the main one. Booking an inside cabin leaves more of your holiday...read more

Are balcony cabins worth it?

Well that depends. If budget is tight and you spend very little time in your room, you may be better off with a cheaper ocean view or inside cabin. Ocean view cabins can sometimes be more spacious as they don't have a balcony utilising the floor space. However if you have the budget, there are distinct advantages...read more

Is forward or aft better on a cruise ship?

Forward cabins are at the front of the ship and appeal to many as they often have great views, especially when arriving at and leaving ports. Forward cabins can be more spacious and configured differently from a standard balcony cabins as they are arranged across the bow of the ship. Forward rooms can be subject...read more