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Someone very special is joining Cunard Cruise Line in 2024
Amanda McLaren is the only child of Brice McLaren, founder of McLaren Racing.
Trains, planes and automobiles: Brand new routes, tours and cruises for 2024
Don't miss out again. These travel experiences will book up fast.
NZ woman's 107-night world cruise ends - so she has already booked it again
Less than a week after returning from the mammoth trip, Ellen Lee has booked it again.
The movies Disney is taking a $100 bn gamble on to inspire future theme parks
Travellers will be able to enjoy the delights of these magic movies.
Discover the birthplace of the Olympics on a luxury cruise
Docked near Olympia, Holland America's Oosterdam offers time-travelling experiences.
The affordable way to take the family to Fiji
Looking for a family-friendly vacation that won’t break the bank?
Guests disgruntled after booking Stewart Island cruise but getting Timaru instead
2000 cruise passengers have been told their trip now looks drastically different.
Stranded cruise ship pulled free at high tide in Greenland
Ship is free three days after running aground in fiord with 206 people on board
Kiwis trapped in Arctic after luxury cruise ship runs aground
The MV Ocean Explorer has run aground with 206 people on board.
Is cruise still booming? Virgin Voyages delays launch of new ship
Virgin called it an 'incredibly tough decision'.
The 1000-day cruise that now may never end
There are now plans that mean this 36-month itinerary might never end. Ever.
Drop into Abel Tasman on a skydive or visit Muri Lagoon with these travel deals
We bring you the best deals going.
'I felt like crying': Cruise passengers left stranded in Auckland due to visa issue
P&O's customer service department told passengers they didn’t need Australian visas.
Winter blues got you down? Chase the sun with these South Pacific cruises
Sail into the summer season with the best cruises in the South Pacific.
Cruise passengers injured in collision with oil tanker during Spain storms
Injuries reported aboard P&O ship after storm broke ship's tethers in Palma de Mallorca.
Puffins, waterfalls and Reykjavík: How to choose the perfect Iceland cruise
Explore Iceland's coast with tips on the right cruise, excursions, and packing lists.
Flights of fancy: The Kiwi tourism operators finding a new life Vanuatu
Van’s the plan for these enterprising expats.
'Captain, wait for us!' Late cruise passengers left crying on Italian docks
"Captain, wait for us, please!" What can you do if your ship has sailed?
A cruise is one of the best ways to see Alaska - and here's why
Alaska is a widescreen, physically vast destination perfect to see by ship.
Cruising reimagined: Paul Gauguin's French Polynesia expedition
Where life at sea is equal parts indulgence and adventure.
What it’s really like on board a Great Barrier Reef cruise
Admit it, you're curious. Step aboard and see what P&O's Pacific Encounter is all about.
Celebrity Edge is sailing NZ and Aus this summer - here's what to expect
What's it like to be on board this highly-rated Edge-class cruise ship?
Cruise ship drifts into ocean after being torn from dock by strong winds
Gusting winds of up to 58km/h pulled the ship away from the dock.
What it's like on board the Oceania Vista
What it's like on board the Ocean Vista, a new cruise ship that launched in May and sailed from Rome to visit Malta, Naples, Corsica and more on its inaugural voyage. Video / Stephanie Holmes
Oceania Vista: An insider's guide to the world's newest cruise ship
Creative cocktails to fine dining, to dancefloors and libraries, this ship has it all.
Killer whales teaching young to target yachts, say scientists
Killer whales have developed a taste for the ultimate quarry, pleasure yachts.
How a trip to Antarctica can thaw your fear of solo travel
When in doubt, take a solo expedition to the South Pole.
Travelling solo soon? It needn't cost a fortune with these handy hacks
Don't pay double: How to navigate the singles supplement and hidden costs.
Bay of Islands abuzz ahead of record cruise ship season
Bay of Islands to benefit from record cruise ship season.
The heart of everything: Fiordland from the sea
Cruising in Fiordland is one of this country's great travel experiences.
Cheap as ships: Money-saving cruises that don't scrimp on fun
Use these top tips and tricks to score a wallet-friendly cruise.
From glacier to beaches: The complete guide to seeing the best of North America by ship
Daily Telegraph: Unlocking the beauty of North America's cruising destinations.
Record cruise season lined up for Napier
Napier cruise schedule for November to April includes 92 visits with 130,000 passengers.