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

Rob McFarland spends a day cruising the Bay of Islands.

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.

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.

Cruising makes you feel like you're on top of the world, writes Isobel Marriner.

Catherine Masters joins a Kiwi catamaran on its first cruise around Vanuatu.