One of the 50 Panorama suites on Tapestry II,dispensing with a balcony to extend the floor space.
★★★★
France

With sweet views and well-organised stops,this Seine cruise is a winner

European river ships have evolved as a species into a sleek,utilitarian design. Avalon’s tagline,“A view with a room,” is accurate.

  • byKate Hennessy
The Grand Dining Room.
★★★★
Cruises

This ship’s claim to offer the best dining at sea is no idle boast

Regatta doesn’t have the expensive finishes and furnishings of a luxury ship,but cleverly creates an indulgent air.

  • byBrian Johnston
Seabourn Pursuit.
★★★★½
Cruises

Ship review:Beautiful vessel hits the perfect trifecta for expeditions

As pioneers of small-ship,ultra-luxury cruising,Seabourn is taking expedition cruising to the next level.

  • byKerry van der Jagt
Asia’s newest cruise boat plies the Mekong from Vietnam to Cambodia.
★★★★½
Cambodia

Ship review:If space is a priority,then this Mekong cruise is for you

The new,spacious Serenity should be the cruiser of choice for anyone planning a trip down the Mekong.

  • byPenny Watson
Silver Ray’s unique asymmetrical design places the pool and lifts on one side.
★★★★★
Europe

Think cruising is not for you? This ship will change your mind

Silversea’s newest ship has an innovative,asymmetric design that makes it feel more like a luxury resort.

  • byTrudi Jenkins
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Scenic Eclipse II arrives in Sydney on Friday morning.
★★★★★
Cruises

Ship review:Incredible luxury in remote locations? This ship delivers it

Scenic Eclipse II has the largest amount of space per passenger of any cruise ship,invoking a rich-friend’s-superyacht vibe.

  • byCarolyn Beasley
Inside the Dome.
★★★★½
Ocean cruises

Ship review:This ocean Princess is a model of advanced design

This is a ship unlike any other,with smooth lines and gentle curves,all designed to connect passengers with the outside world.

  • byKerry van der Jagt
Skip the occasional meal and head to the sauna or the spa.
★★★★
Ocean cruises

Ship review:With a ship this luxurious,no gimmicks are needed

Silver Muse is the ideal choice for the well-heeled,thoughtful cruiser with high service expectations.

  • byAnthony Dennis
Icon of the Seas rises to an astonishing 20 decks,divided into eight different “neighbourhoods”.
★★★★★
Caribbean

Ship review:The world’s biggest cruise ship is insanely perfect

These giant ships are not everyone’s cup of tea,but for families who see the advantage of an all-in-one,something-for-everyone holiday,they’re just the thing.

  • byKeith Austin
Travelmarvel Vega – more like a boutique hotel.
★★★★
River cruises

Cruise ship review:Floating boutique hotel offers exceptional value

Fresh contemporary style,interesting port stops and inclusive tours … no wonder Travelmarvel Vega is consistently booked out.

  • bySheriden Rhodes