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In pictures: World's first roller coaster on a cruise ship
This cruise ship will have the first at-sea roller coaster — take a look

Costa Cruises: A fine romance
Neil Porten has tender memories of his time enjoying the European-Asian fusion.

The poop deck: What happens to poo on a cruise
Most cruise passengers have spent a moment wondering just what happens when you flush.

Cruising: Ships that will shrink the world
A new generation of high-tech vessels can reach parts of the planet that others can't.

Kiwis lead world in rate of cruise holiday growth
More than 100,000 Kiwis are taking ocean cruises, outstripping global growth rates

Tiana Templeman: With the med in mind
Cruise columnist Tiana Templeman has tips for sailing the Mediterranean.

Kiwis on cruise may have discovered new bird species
The cruise line has a bit of a reputation for discovering new species of birds.

Tiana Templeman: How to choose your cruise
Book a berth to suit your style and personality, writes Tiana Templeman.

'Don't be an ass,' says Greek island to donkey tourists
In October the island issued a ban on donkey riders deemed 'too-fat' from being carried.

Galapagos Islands evolve with luxury cruises
Charles Darwin never saw such luxury on his maiden voyage to the islands 200 years ago.

Bon Jovi will be there for you on this cruise holiday
Bon Jovi will be performing and holding Q&A sessions for fans aboard the cruise ships.

MSC Bellissima: Beauty and brains
Adele Thurlow checks out the high-tech MSC Bellissima and rubs shoulders with Sophia Loren

Tiana Templeman: Sailing away
Cruise columnist Tiana Templeman rounds up the latest and best deals.

Kiwi's photos reveal chaos onboard stricken cruise ship
Hector Palmer was on the Viking Sky cruise ship when the boat experienced engine trouble.

Tiana Templeman: Sailing solo survival guide
Get in early and stay informed for the best deals, writes Tiana Templeman.

Subantarctic: The deepest south
Neville Peat explores a Unesco World Heritage Area located to the south of mainland NZ.

Tips for a river cruise: At the heart of it all
Teresa Machan provides the perfect steer on what to expect.

Stranded duo explain holiday 'nightmare'
A couple who were filmed chasing after their ship as it sailed away have spoken out.

Cruising: Ship to shore
Nicola Lamb ticks off a few grand tour destinations on her cruise of the Mediterranean.

Tiana Templeman: Going it alone
Should you pay for cruise ship port excursions, or arrange your own?

What happens if your cruise leaves without you
A frantic couple were filmed at port as their cruise ship sailed away without them.

Hungary: The statues of Budapest
Simon Wilson discovers the heroes and memories of Hungary, cast in bronze.

Ship Check: The Costa neoRomantica
Neil Porten sails aboard the Costa neoRomantica, from Tokyo to Fukuoka.

Sightseeing to float your boat
Travelling on the world's great waterways can take tourists to iconic landmarks.

Passengers stuck on cruise to avoid Cyclone Oma
P&O cruise passengers are stuck in the South Pacific due to rough seas from Cyclone Oma.

Le Lapérouse: Small ship with big prices offers great adventure
For this small vessel, there is a volumous French swagger to Le Ponant's new ship.

Ship Check: The Majestic Princess
Maureen Spencer boards the Majestic Princess sailing from Sydney to Auckland.