Cruises

As the former Burma emerges from its decades of isolation Rob Ingram finds that a river cruise on the Irrawaddy is the ideal way to experience the charms of old Indochina.

Demand from Australians is opening the door for more sophisticated options when it comes to cruise holidays.

A small luxury riverboat expedition follows this most famous of waterways from the Mekong Delta to extraordinary Angkor Wat. Rob Ingram tests the waters, flavours and sights along the way.

A spirit of adventure and the desire to go where big ships can’t is driving the popularity of expedition cruising.

It’s the mode of travel of the moment but what’s the right liner for you? Cruise connoisseur Susan Kurosawa shares her ultimate form guide to everything from ship size and shore excursions to shuffleboard and Spanish lessons.

From a life of privilege onboard Crystal Serenity to majestic St Petersburg in party mode, Kendall Hill finds himself spellbound by the Baltic.

Gin and tonics on the teak verandah, finger sandwiches and millefeuilles for high tea – first-time cruiser Frances Hibbard acquires a taste for the high seas on the MS Marina, the floating queen of cuisine.

Looking to escape busy city life? On Western Australia’s northern coast, a magical landscape woven by waterways and wildlife, the Kimberley – and the luxurious cruise ship True North – awaits. Bon voyage.

Mangroves and exotic islands. Dolphins, whales, turtles and sea lions. Fine cuisine and luxury digs. It’s all part of the feast of experiences that is cruising along the Mexican coast on the Prince Albert II. All aboard.