There’s every chance you’ll be familiar with the term ‘bucket list’ but for anyone who isn’t, it’s simply a list of all the things you want to do before you ‘kick the bucket’. This could involve all manner of objectives, from visiting some of the world’s most famous and historic places, to climbing its highest […]
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Five lesser known safari animals
One of the most astounding experiences that anyone can try in their life is a safari in Africa. Home to some incredible species, the continent is an idyllic place to get up close and personal with some fascinating creatures. Often people go hunting for the so-called ‘Big 5’ – lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard and rhinoceros. […]
Windstar’s classy Monaco Grand Prix cruises
Luxury yacht cruise line Windstar cruises has recently announced two of its most glamorous sailings for next year; a pair of cruises which visit the legendary Monaco Grand Prix, one of Formula One’s most prestigious events. Passengers can choose from either a Grand Prix-themed voyage on May 21 on-board the Star Pride or a May […]
What makes Sydney great?
When it comes to Australia as a tourist there is one destination that often towers above the rest. Sure the Great Barrier Reef offers stunning wildlife, the Gold Coast around Brisbane is an incredible place to explore etc., but Sydney is an amazing destination that offers a combination of contemporary city attractions, iconic and world-famous […]
Have we lost sight of the great cruise traditions?
As the cruise industry continues to develop and expand, with each line’s new, feature-packed mega- vessel jostling for position at the top of the heap, you’ve got to wonder if there’s any room left for the more traditional aspects of cruising. But does the more intimate nature and personal level of service of luxury cruise […]
Must-see World heritage sites to visit on a cruise
If you’ve spent a little time reading through our blogs or reading some of our port descriptions, you’ll no doubt have seen the phrase ‘UNESCO World Heritage Site’ crop up a number of times. The clue’s in the name, but for the uninitiated, the World Heritage List is a collection of 981 areas or buildings […]
Hunting the best volcanoes
Volcanoes are some of the most incredible, awe-inspiring natural wonders that exist in the world. They can potentially be deadly and frightening but they’re breath-takingly beautiful and they dominate the landscape, creating stunning views that can be enjoyed from miles around. A number of volcanoes are accessible by cruise ship, so this is a compiled […]
New Boreal – because we’re worth it
Compagnie du Ponant has signed a deal with the famous ship-building yard Fincantieri for the building of a new Boreal-class cruise ship, which is due to launch in the Spring of 2015. The specifications of the ship will be exactly the same as her sister ships in the Boreal class: Le Soleal, the Boreal and […]
The Ashes Cruise of a Lifetime
To me, cricket can stake a claim at being the ultimate sport. It’s my own personal view that sport isn’t just about who is the most perfect physical specimen, having trained their body to the peak of athletic condition. No, in my eyes it’s about more than that – it’s about training yourself to react […]
Crystal Cruises look East
Ultra-luxury cruise specialists Crystal Cruises have just announced plans to extensively expand their 2014 Asia season with a massive choice of voyages and a number of itinerary firsts, too. Significantly, the line has committed both ships in its fleet – Crystal Serenity and Crystal Symphony – to the region in winter, spring and autumn and […]