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Cruising

We love cruising. It combines travel exploration with luxury. Allowing us to explore somewhere new by day, we return to familiar surroundings at night. It helps us to build a list of countries and cities we will explore in detail at a later time.

There is also a social element to life on the ship that we don’t always get when we travel independently.

To date, we have sailed to countries on five continents.

Articles we have written include tips, ships, and ports from around the world. Start here or look below for our latest cruise article.

Enjoy our Cruising articles:

Island hopping in Greece to lovely islands like of Zakynthos is one of the many alternative cruise adventures in Europe.

The 5 Best Alternative Cruise Adventures in Europe

Read moreThe 5 Best Alternative Cruise Adventures in Europe
Traveller with beautiful scenic of milford sound in fiordland national park ond of the New Zealand cruise ports.

9 Impressive New Zealand Cruise Ports: Shore Excursion Ideas

Read more9 Impressive New Zealand Cruise Ports: Shore Excursion Ideas
Mount Maunganui is one of three great options from the Tauranga Cruise Port

Tauranga Cruise Port 3 Great Choices: Rotorua, Hobbiton, Beach

Read moreTauranga Cruise Port 3 Great Choices: Rotorua, Hobbiton, Beach
Stunning scenery as you cruise into the Dunedin cruise port.

10 Great Dunedin Cruise Port Options: Wildlife to a Castle

Read more10 Great Dunedin Cruise Port Options: Wildlife to a Castle
Holland America Oosterdam at the Auckland cruise port, seen from the water.

Auckland Cruise Port Guide to Top Tours and Free Activities

Read moreAuckland Cruise Port Guide to Top Tours and Free Activities
Cruising into Picton cruise port.

Picton Cruise Port: 13 Fun Ways to Explore Marlborough Sounds

Read morePicton Cruise Port: 13 Fun Ways to Explore Marlborough Sounds
Explore the best of the Christchurch cruise port, from city tours to wildlife encounters or scenic adventures in and around Christchurch, Lyttelton, Akaroa.

11 Fun Christchurch Cruise Port Ideas to Maximize Your One Day in Christchurch

Read more11 Fun Christchurch Cruise Port Ideas to Maximize Your One Day in Christchurch
The best things to do at the Wellington Cruise Port. Explore top attractions like this view of the Carter Fountain in Oriental Bay

Wellington Cruise Port: 10 Must-Dos for Amazing DIY or Tours

Read moreWellington Cruise Port: 10 Must-Dos for Amazing DIY or Tours
View of Napier from Bluff Hill, the commercial port which serves as the Napier cruise port is behind me

Napier Cruise Port is Art Deco, Impressive Views, Wine, & More

Read moreNapier Cruise Port is Art Deco, Impressive Views, Wine, & More
Queen Elizabeth cruise ship at a mooring as there is no actual Bay of Islands Cruise Port in New Zealand

Bay of Islands Cruise Port: 11 Exciting historic Fun Options

Read moreBay of Islands Cruise Port: 11 Exciting historic Fun Options
Holland America Oosterdam cruise ship in Auckland is one of thousands of places to use these cruise port tips.

Cruise Port Tips: How We Choose the Best Shore Options

Read moreCruise Port Tips: How We Choose the Best Shore Options
Vis, Croatia is just one of many stunning coastlines you can enjoy on a European yacht charter

European Yacht Charter: Sail to 3 Stunning Coastlines at Your Pace

Read moreEuropean Yacht Charter: Sail to 3 Stunning Coastlines at Your Pace
Aerial view of a luxury dream yacht charter in the Mediterranean Sea

Planning Your Dream Yacht Charter: 4 Tips For A Seamless Voyage 

Read morePlanning Your Dream Yacht Charter: 4 Tips For A Seamless Voyage 
Enjoying an inflatable boat tour is a highlight of cruising Antarctica.

5 Tips for Cruising Antarctica: Perfect Your Polar Adventure 

Read more5 Tips for Cruising Antarctica: Perfect Your Polar Adventure 
Totem Park is one of the many things to do in Sitka Alaska

11 Things to Do in Sitka Alaska: Uncover the Hidden Gems

Read more11 Things to Do in Sitka Alaska: Uncover the Hidden Gems
Cruising out Seward means we had to get here, and we made the journey from Anchorage to Seward fascinating and fun.

Anchorage to Seward: Enjoy the Journey to your Cruise Ship

Read moreAnchorage to Seward: Enjoy the Journey to your Cruise Ship
Statue Of Big Eighteen Arms Guan Yin is one of many things to do in Koh Samui.Tourism

Best Things to Do in Koh Samui, Thailand – Paradise in a Day

Read moreBest Things to Do in Koh Samui, Thailand – Paradise in a Day
Imagine a boating adventure here in the Caribbean Islands.

10 Things to Try on Your Caribbean Islands Boating Adventure

Read more10 Things to Try on Your Caribbean Islands Boating Adventure
Maldives is one of the best cruise destinations in the world

Best Cruise Destinations: Charter Cruising Indonesia, Europe or Caribbean

Read moreBest Cruise Destinations: Charter Cruising Indonesia, Europe or Caribbean
Sydney Harbour sunset

Enjoying a Sydney Harbour Sunset as We Cruise Away

Read moreEnjoying a Sydney Harbour Sunset as We Cruise Away

How to Choose Your Perfect Halong Bay Cruise

Read moreHow to Choose Your Perfect Halong Bay Cruise
The Island Princess cruise ship - tips for cruising

25 Princess Cruise Tips and Tricks You Should Know

Read more25 Princess Cruise Tips and Tricks You Should Know
An allergy safe cake on a cruise ship

Cruising with Food Allergies: Azamara’s Epic Fail

Read moreCruising with Food Allergies: Azamara’s Epic Fail
Rest and relaxation is one of several benefits of cruising

7 Hidden Benefits of Cruising That Might Surprise You

Read more7 Hidden Benefits of Cruising That Might Surprise You
Repositioning Cruises move from one home city to another like this ship sailing into Sydney Harbour

Repositioning Cruises: Are they right for you?

Read moreRepositioning Cruises: Are they right for you?
Cruise ship ports around the world

21 Picturesque Cruise Ship Ports Around the World

Read more21 Picturesque Cruise Ship Ports Around the World
Alaska cruise tips

10 Essential Alaska Cruise Tips for an Amazing Journey

Read more10 Essential Alaska Cruise Tips for an Amazing Journey
Blue Mosque is a must see in Istanbul Turkey

Istanbul Must See: 7 Places to Visit in Istanbul Turkey

Read moreIstanbul Must See: 7 Places to Visit in Istanbul Turkey
Charming coastal views and palm trees as we sail into Tahiti in French Polynesia

Things to do in Tahiti: Relax and Explore in French Polynesia

Read moreThings to do in Tahiti: Relax and Explore in French Polynesia
Tango dancers on Plaza Dorrego in San Telmo - one of the free things to do in Buenos Aires, Argentina

24 Unique Things to Do in Buenos Aires Argentina

Read more24 Unique Things to Do in Buenos Aires Argentina
Azamara Cruise reviews

Our South America Boutique Cruise on Azamara Pursuit Review

Read moreOur South America Boutique Cruise on Azamara Pursuit Review
Palacio Salvo in Plaza Independencia in Montevideo Uruguay

22 Captivating Things to Do in Montevideo – Discover Uruguay

Read more22 Captivating Things to Do in Montevideo – Discover Uruguay
Leaning buildings in Santos Brazil

Santos Brazil for Coffee, Beaches and Leaning Buildings

Read moreSantos Brazil for Coffee, Beaches and Leaning Buildings
Mandala Suci Wenara Wana Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary in Ubud Bali, Indonesia

Bali Itinerary: Cruise Port Adventure in Ubud Indonesia

Read moreBali Itinerary: Cruise Port Adventure in Ubud Indonesia
Osorno Volcano seen from Lago Todos Los Santos in Chile on Cruce Andino

Cruce Andino Review: Andean Crossing from Bariloche to Puerto Varas

Read moreCruce Andino Review: Andean Crossing from Bariloche to Puerto Varas
Colourful boats in the port of Paraty Brazil

A Guide to Paraty Brazil: From a Day to a Week

Read moreA Guide to Paraty Brazil: From a Day to a Week
Poipu Beach on Kauai Hawaii

Enchanting Kauai Excursions: 14 Captivating Highlights

Read moreEnchanting Kauai Excursions: 14 Captivating Highlights
Pola Island in the National Park of

Visiting American Samoa: Home to a Tropical US National Park

Read moreVisiting American Samoa: Home to a Tropical US National Park
An example of classical revival built in 1921 and repaired after the Napier earthquake in New Zealand

16 Unique Things to Do in Napier, New Zealand’s Art Deco Capital

Read more16 Unique Things to Do in Napier, New Zealand’s Art Deco Capital
Things to do in mt Maunganui New Zealand

25 Fun Things to Do in Tauranga and Mount Maunganui in New Zealand

Read more25 Fun Things to Do in Tauranga and Mount Maunganui in New Zealand
A walk along the Creek Street boardwalk is one of thekey things to do in Ketchikan Alaksa

15 Cool Things to Do in Ketchikan Alaska from a Cruise Ship

Read more15 Cool Things to Do in Ketchikan Alaska from a Cruise Ship
The Ephesus Library, Turkey

Ephesus Library of Celsus: A Must-See in Turkey from Izmir or Kusadasi

Read moreEphesus Library of Celsus: A Must-See in Turkey from Izmir or Kusadasi

Oslo in One Day: Ski Jump, Vikings, Artwork, and Cruise Port Options

Read moreOslo in One Day: Ski Jump, Vikings, Artwork, and Cruise Port Options
Juneau whale watching, Alaska

Juneau Whale Watching and More Amazing Cruise Port Ideas

Read moreJuneau Whale Watching and More Amazing Cruise Port Ideas
A closer look at Erechtheion on the Acropolis in Athens Greece

One Day in Athens: Top 10 Intriguing Athens Cruise Port Gems

Read moreOne Day in Athens: Top 10 Intriguing Athens Cruise Port Gems
Skagway Alaska

15 Free Things to do in Skagway Alaska: Excursions and Alternatives

Read more15 Free Things to do in Skagway Alaska: Excursions and Alternatives
Moose at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center in Anchorage Alaska

Anchorage to Whittier: Enjoy Getting to Your Cruise

Read moreAnchorage to Whittier: Enjoy Getting to Your Cruise
Windmills of Mykonos Greece. Photo copyright Rhonda Albom 2012

Windmills of Mykonos, Whitewash Buildings: Why We Love this Cruise Port

Read moreWindmills of Mykonos, Whitewash Buildings: Why We Love this Cruise Port
Roman Forum, one of many stops as we attempted to see the highlights of Rome in a day, Italy

Italy Cruise Ports: One Day in Rome, Florence, Naples, or Venice

Read moreItaly Cruise Ports: One Day in Rome, Florence, Naples, or Venice
Cruise ship sailing into one of the Norway Cruise Ports in a fjord with a red cottage in the foreground

Norway Cruise Ports: Fjords Unveiled – Epic Adventures Await

Read moreNorway Cruise Ports: Fjords Unveiled – Epic Adventures Await
Admiring the skyline from Elizabeth Quay is one of the many free things to do in Perth

Free Things to Do in Perth Australia

Read moreFree Things to Do in Perth Australia
HMAS Sydney II Mermoial in Geraldton, Australia

Things to Do in Geraldton Australia in One Day

Read moreThings to Do in Geraldton Australia in One Day
Tips to pack light for a cruise

Easy Tips: How to Pack Light for a Cruise – Essentials to Bring

Read moreEasy Tips: How to Pack Light for a Cruise – Essentials to Bring
Iron Ore boulder on display in town in Port Hedlands, Australia

Things to Do in Port Hedland Australia – An interesting Mining Town

Read moreThings to Do in Port Hedland Australia – An interesting Mining Town
Radiance of the Seas as seen from the Bicentennial Park in Darwin Australia

What to Do in Darwin Australia on a Cruise Port Visit

Read moreWhat to Do in Darwin Australia on a Cruise Port Visit
Swimming pool on the Radiance of the Seas

Radiance of the Seas Review: Our Initial Impressions of Royal Caribbean

Read moreRadiance of the Seas Review: Our Initial Impressions of Royal Caribbean
Enjoying the skyline is one of many things to do when trying to see Brisbane in a day

Brisbane in a Day: Our Cruise Port Visit

Read moreBrisbane in a Day: Our Cruise Port Visit
Vancouver itinerary

Vancouver Itinerary: Enjoying an Exquisite Canadian City

Read moreVancouver Itinerary: Enjoying an Exquisite Canadian City
The Island Princess cruise ship - tips for cruising

Reflections of an 18-Night Princess Cruise – Is It for You?

Read moreReflections of an 18-Night Princess Cruise – Is It for You?
Antipasto started our dinner at one of the specialty restaurants on the Island Princess

Avoid Cruise Weight Gain: Indulging Onboard without Worry!

Read moreAvoid Cruise Weight Gain: Indulging Onboard without Worry!
El Arco - The Arch seen from the water with other boats between us, one of the unique things to do in Cabo San Lucas Mexico

Unique Things to Do in Cabo San Lucas Mexico – Cruise Port Ideas

Read moreUnique Things to Do in Cabo San Lucas Mexico – Cruise Port Ideas
White faced capuchin monkey in a rainforest, seen on an excursion from a Costa Rica cruise port

Puntarenas Costa Rica Cruise Port: Thrilling Wildlife, Coffee, and Jungle Delights!

Read morePuntarenas Costa Rica Cruise Port: Thrilling Wildlife, Coffee, and Jungle Delights!
Approaching the Pedro Miguel Locks while crossing the Panama Canal

Panama Canal Cruise Review: Fascinating Passage on Princess

Read morePanama Canal Cruise Review: Fascinating Passage on Princess
La Popa is an active monestary in Cartagena Colombia

Things to Do in Cartagena Colombia – Maximize One Day in Cartagena

Read moreThings to Do in Cartagena Colombia – Maximize One Day in Cartagena
Toucan at the Port of Cartagena Columbia

Cartagena Port Oasis: See the Wildlife When You Cruise to Colombia

Read moreCartagena Port Oasis: See the Wildlife When You Cruise to Colombia
Aruba itinerary options for cruise ship passengers.

Aruba Cruise Port: A Great Aruba Itinerary for a Caribbean Paradise

Read moreAruba Cruise Port: A Great Aruba Itinerary for a Caribbean Paradise
Holland America Oosterdam at port in Auckland

Oosterdam: Our Tour on a Mid-Sized Holland America Cruise Ship

Read moreOosterdam: Our Tour on a Mid-Sized Holland America Cruise Ship
View overlooking the beach in Yelapa, Mexico

Yelapa: Hidden Paradise near Puerto Vallarta Mexico

Read moreYelapa: Hidden Paradise near Puerto Vallarta Mexico
Hubbard Glacier in Alaska

Hubbard or Sawyer Glacier – Wondrous Nature on an Alaska Cruise

Read moreHubbard or Sawyer Glacier – Wondrous Nature on an Alaska Cruise

Exciting Icy Strait Point Whale Watching and Other Options

Read moreExciting Icy Strait Point Whale Watching and Other Options
Norwegian Spirit docked at the port of Venice

Cruising the Mediterranean on the Norwegian Spirit

Read moreCruising the Mediterranean on the Norwegian Spirit

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