3 Questions about Cunard Line’s Trans Atlantic Cruises
22 Jul 2025by Fine Travel
The Cunard Line’s trans-Atlantic cruise is one of the quintessential cruise holidays. Crossing the Atlantic from Southampton to New York (or the reverse) is a bucket list experience. Discounted Business Class airfares to the UK / Europe and increasing airline competition and expanding routes to the ...
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2023 -2024 Viking World Cruise
22 Jul 2025by Fine Travel
The 2023-2024 Viking World Cruise only launched in July and it is easy to understand why this cruise holiday has been so popular when you consider the journey that awaits — 138 days of epic exploration, traversing the globe from Fort Lauderdale to London, visiting 28 countries across six continents ...
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Onboard Holland America’s Oosterdam
22 Jul 2025by Jennie Ready
Earlier this week we had our first visit for the season by Holland America Line’s Oosterdam. While she was in port in Auckland I had a ship inspection and lunch onboard. Oosterdam is an 85,000 tonne ship and carries approximately 1900 passengers. She is one of Holland America’s Vista Class ships and...
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Reviewing the Premium Cruise Lines of the Mediterranean
22 Jul 2025by Fine Travel
Have you been dreaming of a Mediterranean cruise holiday? From home to sparkling turquoise water, magnificent stretches of coastline, and vibrant cities full of incredible art, culture, and history, the Mediterranean is one of the world’s most popular cruise holiday destinations. You’re spoiled for ...
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Voyages of Discovery Cruises
20 Jul 2025by Fine Travel
Voyages of Discovery is one of New Zealand’s best kept travel secrets when it comes to cruise holidays but one that is gaining rapidly in popularity as guests return home and spread the word about its unique ‘on board’ style and cruise itineraries. ‘Voyager’ is a small ship by modern day standards b...
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Ponant’s Covid-19 Vaccination Policy for Cruises
20 Jul 2025by Fine Travel
Ponant’s first voyages in New Zealand waters were back in 2014. Although we are still waiting for ports to be officially opened to cruise ships, after many successful seasons of soft expedition style cruises, Ponant is planning for a return to New Zealand and Australian waters with new Covid-19 prot...
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2021 New Years Eve Cruise – Doubtful Sounds and Queenstown
20 Jul 2025by Fine Travel
With limited cruise holiday options available, opportunities like to join local cruises have been in high demand. To mark the end of 2021 we have two New Year’s Eve holiday packages that include cruises of the Doubtful Sounds aboard the Milford Wanderer. New Year’s Eve on Doubtful Sound Enjoy New Ye...
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Regent Seven Seas Cruises to Return to the Sea in 2021
20 Jul 2025by Fine Travel
Regent Seven Seas Cruises‘ approach to service, decor, cuisine, ship design, onboard facilities and all inclusive fares struck the right balance for many Fine Travel’s luxury cruise clients. The announcement that they are returning to the seas from September will be of interest to New Zealand travel...
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How to Choose a Cruise Holiday that Suits Your Style of Travel
20 Jul 2025by Fine Travel
Last updated 30 May 2026 Whether it's your first time at sea or you're a seasoned cruiser, there's a style of cruise to match every travel personality. Are you looking for relaxation or an expedition? History and culture on a Mediterranean cruise, or walking on the Antarctic ice? Here's how to find ...
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How to Choose Your Stateroom on a Viking Ocean Cruise
18 Jul 2025by Fine Travel
When planning a cruise holiday, once you’ve settled on an itinerary and a cruise line, choosing the right stateroom is an important decision – once you are onboard you are generally committed. To assist with this process for the popular Viking Ocean Cruises, we summarise the highlights and inclusion...
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