What's expected to be a bumper cruise industry season begins tomorrow with the arrival of the 116,000 tonne Sapphire Princess.

Paul Rush experiences the warm glow of hospitality in the Yasawa Islands.

Footage from the storm-battered Pacific Sun has emerged showing those on board hanging on for their lives as they dodge waves of furniture.

A cruise aboard the Pacific Dawn is somewhat of a culinary adventure, finds Janetta Mackay.

Sleepy, spectacular Laos has had its share of grandeur, writes Brett Atkinson.

Geoff Cumming cruises the waterways of France and has a cliched but perfect experience.

A taste of luxury on board a superyacht at Auckland's Viaduct Harbour.

Keen on cruising away from winter? Wendyl Nissen has some handy tips for beginners.

Fancy a cruise lifestyle on the waves, but plagued by motion sickness? Deborah Abrams Kaplan offers some solutions.

Life aboard this luxury cruise ship is a suite sensation, says David Balham.

Jehan Casinader finds the Nile's ancient past has to compete with its colourful present.

The largest ship to visit New Zealand is back in Auckland as part of her third world voyage.

The largest cruise ship ever to visit NZ, the Queen Mary 2, docks in Auckland tomorrow morning.

Maewo Island's Chief Nelson is proud to show off his village, writes Catherine Masters.

The Independent's Simon Calder says it's not too soon for cruise ships to return to the benighted nation.

Tim Adams roams the 17 decks and neighbourhoods of The Oasis of the Seas - the world's largest 'megaliner'.

A typical cruise? There is no such thing.