Flying across the world for a cruise might not be everyone’s idea of a vacation. With a 17-hour time difference and more than 24 hours …
Australia and Bali Cruise Outfit Guide: What to Wear and Pack
I recently sailed on a bucket-list itinerary from Sydney, Australia, to Singapore aboard Celebrity Solstice. Our 15-night cruise included stops along the Australian coast, followed …
I spent 12 nights cruising New Zealand on Celebrity Edge. Here are 6 things that impressed me—and 3 that disappointed me
Last winter, I cruised for 12 nights to New Zealand on the the beautiful Celebrity Edge with my husband. Our sailing departed from Sydney, Australia …
“Absolutely devastating”: Anthem of the Seas cancellation leaves cruisers stranded in Sydney
Royal Caribbean has cancelled Anthem of the Seas’ January 27, 2026 sailing from Sydney, which was scheduled as a 10-night New Zealand itinerary. The cruise …
Cruise port guide: How to spend one day in Sydney
Sydney, Australia, is one of the world’s best cruise ports, with breathtaking landmarks, famous beaches, great food, and easy transportation. Within the last year, I’ve traveled from …
The Great Barrier Reef: Scuba diving or snorkeling?
The Great Barrier Reef in Australia is one of the wonders of the world. It is over 3,000 miles long, and much of it remains unexplored …
Tropical Cyclone Alfred disrupts itineraries as cruise ships are being rerouted
Tropical Cyclone Alfred has significantly impacted cruise itineraries along Australia’s Sunshine Coast and Brisbane. Several major cruise lines, including P&O Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, and …