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…
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…
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 …