Disney Fantasy Ship Review
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Avalon Vista & Visionary in pictures
Avalon Waterway's new luxury river ships, Vista and Visionary, have caused a sensation with their elegant… [more]
Cruise Insurance: Your free guide to holiday insurance
Making sure you have the right insurance cover in place may not be as fun as reading about which countries… [more]
WIN a Provence river cruise with APT
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Paul Rankin Interview
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Latest News

Royal Caribbean to deploy nine ships in Europe for Summer 2013
With more than 40% of British passengers now choosing to begin their cruise from a UK port, Royal Caribbean International have announced that Summer 2013 will see them deploy nine ships in Europe, three … Read More...

Quest for Adventure sets sail for far flung ports
Saga Cruises’ Quest For Adventure will be visiting some of the world’s wildest and most remote spot as part of its inaugural itineraries. … Read More...

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines announces two new World Cruises for 2014
Fred. Olsen Cruise Line ships Balmoral and Black Watch will operate two new World Cruises for 2014. Both cruises will visit new ports of call including exotic Yangon in Burma – and Japan, including … Read More...
- Voyages to Antiquity launches 2013 programme
- Celebrity Cruises completes $140m refurbishments
- Top young talent dances – and sings – across Europe this Summer with Crystal Cruises
- Royal Caribbean international announces Winter 2013-14 Caribbean cruises
- P&O Cruises to broadcast Diamond Jubilee coverage across fleet
Port Guides

Christchurch, New Zealand Port Guide
New Zealand’s second largest city is attractively sandwiched between mountains and sea. It’s a pretty mix of heritage buildings, cafes and gardens and will be part hosting the Rugby World Cup in September and October 2011. … Read More...

New Orleans Port Guide
It takes more than a hurricane to put a stop to New Orleans’ partying. The Big Easy is back to its hedonistic best, with more bars and restaurants than before Katrina hit town. What to see and do The French Quarter is the historical … Read More...

Jeju Port Guide
The island of Jeju sits off the southern most tip of the Korean Peninsula and was created through five massive volcanic eruptions one million years ago. These eruptions left a stunning landscape and natural formations that has led to 10% of … Read More...
Blogs

The white continent: Hurtigruten’s MS Fram’s voyage to Antarctica
Emily Payne en route to Antarctica on icebergs, defecating penguins and Drake Passage Disasters: Part 1 It’s almost impossible not to empathise with the smugness of Roald Amundsen as you finally spot an iceberg on the horizon, … Read More...

Cruise Wedding Experience
Lisa and Steve Hatfull from Redditch celebrated their wedding day aboard P&O’s Oriana on a 30-night transatlantic cruise to the USA and the Caribbean. … Read More...

“Day two onboard my first gay cruise!”
Gary Buchanan reveals the second installment of his blog, retelling the time aboard his first gay cruise. … Read More...
Competitions

Carnival Breeze Reporter: Lesley Walster’s winning entry
Over the last couple of months, we asked you to tell us about … Read More...

WIN a Provence river cruise with APT
Explore beautiful Provence in unparalleled style and luxury this … Read More...

5 Cruises to be won EXCLUSIVE to Cruise International!
Cruise International has teamed up with Royal Caribbean International … Read More...
Expert Advice

Insurance Choice has got your cruise covered
To celebrate our nifty Guide to Insurance, Insurance Choice want to offer all Cruise International readers the very best cover to make sure you feel safe and secure on the water! … Read More...

Cruise Insurance: Your free guide to holiday insurance
Making sure you have the right insurance cover in place may not be as fun as reading about which countries you’ll be visiting on your forthcoming cruise, but it’s absolutely crucial … Read More...

5 of the best cruise ship restaurants
When it comes to cruise ship cuisine, the lines are really pushing the boat out, with restaurants on board to rival the best land-based ones. Julia McDonald rounds up her favourites … Read More...
Cruise Reviews

Disney Fantasy Ship Review
Disney’s latest ship feels more like a classic liner than today’s floating tower blocks – but it comes at a hefty price, writes John Honeywell. … Read More...

Avalon Vista & Visionary in pictures
Avalon Waterway's new luxury river ships, Vista and Visionary, have caused a sensation with their elegant interiors and modern features, and staterooms are filling up thick and fast for 2012. … Read More...

Viking Longships review
Viking’s four new Longships have raised the bar when it comes to river cruising, writes Adam Coulter … Read More...
Readers’ Cruises

Readers’ Cruises: Becoming a chaplain at sea
A call to Cunard from his bishop led to the Rev. Bert Hatch becoming a chaplain at sea. He tells us … Read More...

Reader, Professor Brian Ford, tells us why he is cruise crazy!
Professor Brian Ford has been on 50 cruises and has no intention of stopping. He tells us how he first got … Read More...

The last voyage of Union Castle’s RMS Windsor Castle
Before the advent of widespread air travel, long journeys were a truly civilised affair. Janet Traill … Read More...
Shopping

The best digital cameras for your cruise!
Take more than just happy memories away from your cruise with our selection of the best digital cameras on the market. With a camera to suit every budget, you’ll never have to miss picture perfect moments again! … [Read More...]

14 Top Designer Brands at Sea – Tax Free Cruise Shopping
Retail therapy has reached new heights on today’s cruise ships with high-street stores and famous brands lining the on-board shopping arcades. We look at where to buy designer labels on the high seas MOSS BROS HIRE Cunard was … [Read More...]

Winter cruise travel essentials
You can visit to the Antartic or see the Northern Lights by cruise this winter. If you’re planning your own icy adventure, take a look at our selection of best buys Rab Ascent Jacket RRP £165 The Ascent jacket has been … [Read More...]
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