Travel Deeper, Travel Responsibly: How Ponant Explorations is Changing Cruising for the Better
For more than 35 years, Ponant Explorations has led the way in small-ship exploration, carrying travellers to places larger vessels cannot reach. Its French-flagged ships each carry fewer than 500 guests and range from the poles to the tropics, transporting guests to some of the world’s most popular as well as most elusive destinations. The […]
Pole to Pole: Exotic and Expedition Travel with Viking
Late last year, two very different scenes played out on opposite sides of the world. Tutankhamun’s treasures went on full public display together for the first time since their discovery in 1922 with the long-awaited opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum in Cairo. Just weeks later, Ushuaia, ships departed for the Antarctica season in greater […]
Oceania Cruises, Where Destinations Meet Dining
The Art of the Finest Cuisine at Sea® There are cruise lines that feed you. Then there is Oceania Cruises, a line conceived from the beginning by a group of food-obsessed entrepreneurs with a singular mission: to make gastronomy the beating heart of every voyage. The Finest Cuisine at Sea® is not simply a marketing […]
Wellness Beyond the Spa: Why A Seabourn Voyage Nourishes More Than The Body
How Seabourn’s small-ship cruises restore mind, body and spirit. True wellness isn’t found in a treatment menu. It’s found in the moment you first witness a humpback whale surfacing off the Alaskan coast, in the warmth of a market exploration with a celebrated chef, in the stillness of watching Antarctica unfold from the bow of […]
Solo, Connected, Inspired: Luxury Solo Cruising with Crystal
Effortless Travel Your Way Not long ago, travelling solo was most often associated with backpackers and adventurous wanderers heading off the beaten track. Today, solo travel has evolved into one of the fastest-growing travel trends in the world, and cruising is embracing it in style. Gone are the backpacks and logistical headaches; instead, solo travel […]
Made for Two: Inside the World’s Most Romantic Stays
Some journeys are about sightseeing. Others are about the two of you. The right hotel shapes the mood of a proposal, a honeymoon, an anniversary or simply time carved out together. From wild Australian coastlines and Santorini sunsets to Himalayan valleys and private atolls in the Maldives, these are some of the world’s most romantic […]
Luxury vs Ultra-Luxe: How Seven Seas Prestige is Redefining Cruising
For many travellers, cruising is still associated with scale, schedules and shared spaces that feel busy rather than restorative. Yet within the cruise world, there is a growing distinction that mirrors the transformation in hotels and resorts: the difference between luxury and ultra-luxury. Luxury cruising often prioritises more variety, more activity and more additions. Ultra-luxury […]
An Insider Guide to Unforgettable Christmas Experiences
The holiday season transforms the world’s most cherished cities into enchanting wonderlands, where history, culture and festive charm come alive. Streets sparkle with lights, the smell of roasting chestnuts and warm spices from market stalls fill the air and the best hotels are decked out in festive finery. In this guide, we share our handpicked […]
4 Reasons The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection Is For You
If you’ve ever wished your favourite Ritz-Carlton hotel could travel with you, this might be the next best thing. For travellers who value privacy, space and a sense of ease, The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection offers a different way to explore the world. Life on board unfolds at a slower pace with no set schedules, no […]
The Trends Shaping Travel in 2026
The way Australians and New Zealanders are travelling is continuing to evolve – and the latest Virtuoso Luxe Report has revealed what’s inspiring us most for 2026. From epic expedition cruises to creating meaningful family moments in exciting destinations, the coming year is all about deeper, slower and more rewarding travel experiences. Here’s a snapshot […]