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What’s new for Scenic in 2019
See even more of Europe this year on a luxurious Scenic river cruise and tour. Enjoy additional Scenic Freechoice options, new cruise, tour products and destinations. Now is the time to plan your 2019…
Europe’s delightful Christmas Markets
The weather may be frosty, but a European Christmas market warms the heart, filling all with joy and good tidings. Whether it’s the intoxicating aromas of a brewing pot of mulled Gluehwein, roasting c…
10 types of ocean cruising
Whatever your preferred style of travel, you’re sure to find the perfect cruise. Travellers are spoilt for choice when it comes to cruise holidays. From the multitude of cruise lines and ships to the …
When a holiday changes your life
Epic adventures to faraway places are the travel experiences that stay with you forever. When you’re suddenly immersed in a completely foreign world, perhaps a little out of your comfort zone and wher…
What’s all the fuss about Antarctica?
The great frozen continent divides travellers and even the greatest explorers. Repeat offender, Roderick Eime, buys into the debate. We all remember the two most famous of Antarctic names: Scott and A…
Scenic’s fairytale cruise on the Rhine and Moselle
It is like wandering through the pages of a fairytale book or living the lyrics of a romantic poem. The enchanting Black Forest, the fabled allure of the Rhine, stunning riverside castles, hamlets set…
Sailing Italy’s Bay of Naples
Buried for centuries beneath metres of volcanic debris, the once thriving Roman cities of Herculaneum and Pompeii were destroyed in AD79 when the force of Mount Vesuvius unleashed her deadly fury. Th…
Cunard sets sail in Japan
The revered cruise line is now offering round-trip voyages from Asia’s most fascinating destination. Sailing on a Cunard ship is much more than a luxury cruise, it is a life experience. While th…
Scenic Eclipse submarine
Discover the mysteries of the underwater world as you dive deep into the blue onboard the exclusive Scenic Eclipse submarine. The World’s First Discovery Yacht by Scenic is redefining the standard of …
Helping to fix the planet’s plastic plague
The world’s oceans, lakes and rivers – and the wildlife they contain – are being inundated by over 300 million tonnes of discarded plastic. Each year, this is increasing by an unprecedente…
The Scenic way to French cooking
Eating in France is a celebration, not just of the food, but of the culture. Here, cooking is a refined art form with even the most humble ingredients combining to create sumptuous dishes. And there i…
Explore Russia and the White Sea
As the World’s First Discovery Yachts, the two Scenic Eclipse vessels set a new standard for ocean cruising in terms of luxury, size and technology and significantly, their ability to explore territor…
Chateau and wine touring in Bordeaux
There are few places in the world that connect you with history more profoundly than regional France. The lavish chateaux, unchanged medieval villages, renowned artworks, artisan foods and epic landma…
Castles along the Rhine
There’s a reason European river cruises are so popular. Renowned for their style, service and comfort, there’s no better way to see the magnificent sights that come with a holiday on the Rhine. But n…
Treasures of the Mekong
A cruise along the Mekong is the perfect way to see all the sites. Travelling from Siem Reap in Cambodia, to Vietnam’s Ho Chi Minh City, this well-known waterway reveals a part of south-east Asia that…
A Russian river tour
For those not up on Eastern European history and culture, Russia has a way of dazzling the uninitiated. Even if you’re familiar with the stories of seventeenth and eighteenth-century Russian mon…
The world’s longest cruise itinerary
Viking Ocean Cruises announces its most comprehensive itinerary to date with the new Ultimate World Cruise, which will span 245 days, six continents, 59 countries and 113 ports, with 22 overnights and…
Celebrate the ANZAC legacy in France
A continent fraught with war for centuries, Europe is today a great monument, filled with the scars of battle, and the blood, sweat and tears of humanity itself. Even Australia, a world away geographi…
Scenic returns to Egypt and Jordan
Rich in culture, history and sensory indulgence, visiting Egypt and Jordan leaves a lasting impression. And one of the world’s leading exponents of enriching travel experiences, Scenic is fittin…
First look onboard Scenic Eclipse
For over 30-years, Scenic Luxury Cruises and Tours has been providing adventure lovers with new and exciting ways to explore the world. In its quest as the leading luxury cruise brand, Scenic offers s…
Living life as a travel planner
Creating unforgettable travel itineraries must surely be the dream profession. We sought the insights of one of Scenic’s Journey Designers to find out what it’s like to plot the perfect tr…
Viking announces new ships & itineraries
Having already conquered the waterways of Europe as the world’s largest river-cruise operator, Viking has announced it will add a further 24 river vessels to its existing fleet of 65. Creating more wa…
Beautiful Bordeaux with Scenic
Most trips to France start with a sojourn in Paris, and rightfully so, but if you’re looking to immerse yourself in even more of the culture, history, food and wine, then a trip to the Bordeaux region…
The changing face of Myanmar
With a line stretching out the door and continuing more than 100-metres up the street, people had been queueing for three hours to get inside. They were waiting to taste Kentucky Fried Chicken for th…
Pacific Jewel makeover
P&O Cruises’ Pacific Jewel has begun a makeover which will bring a fresh and modern look and feel to the ship’s popular public spaces and venues. The 70,310-tonne P&O vessel will be fitted wit…
Vietnam’s amazing Halong Bay
Nothing quite prepares you for the sheer beauty of Halong Bay in North Vietnam. It’s a common backdrop for movies set in Vietnam, but no matter how many photographs you have seen or films you ha…
5 reasons to take a European river cruise
With its magnificent castles and churches, colourful pubs, charming villages, cobblestone streets and medieval town squares, it’s no wonder that Australians find much of the ‘Old World’ so…
Viking Sky cabin review – Verandah Stateroom
When Viking Cruise Lines expanded into the ocean cruise market, it quickly set a new standard for service, comfort and style. Viking’s fleet of 930 passenger ships are where it all began. Built and de…
Review of Scenic Gem’s cabins
The River Seine is the original Paris landmark. Without it, Paris itself may never have existed, at least not in the way we know it today. A major artery for trade since at least the 3rd century, the …
Alaska cruise season overview
The Alaska cruise season runs May to October during the northern hemisphere summer when the scenic wonders of America’s largest state are on full display. The word Alaska is derived from an Aleutian w…
