Swan Hellenic Cruises
18 Jul 2025by Fine Travel
Swan Hellenic has set the benchmark in ‘small ship’ discovery cruising. Founded back in 1954 by the Swan family when tough currency restrictions were in place in the UK the objective was to offer fully inclusive cruises to the Mediterranean and to have them accompanied by eminent guest speakers to t...
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Holland America Announces 2022 Australia Circumnavigation Cruise
18 Jul 2025by Fine Travel
For New Zealand travellers looking ahead to the end of 2022 for a return of international cruise lines, Holland America Line’s November 2022 Circumnavigation of Australia (Sydney to Sydney) ticks a lot of boxes. VIEW HOLLAND AMERICA CRUISE ITINERARIES The Appeal of this Holland America Cruise As we ...
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Compagnie du Ponant unveils new name: PONANT
18 Jul 2025by Fine Travel
Compagnie du Ponant is now PONANT and maintains its identity through this shorter and impacting name. PONANT: the first ship of the Company, majestic three-masted sailboat behind the brand. Clients who were used to the quality of the Ponant cruises will continue to be impressed. The logo has been pr...
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5 Tips for Planning Your Cruise Holiday
18 Jul 2025by Fine Travel
Cruise holidays attract people for a variety of reasons: For some it is all about relaxing, for others it’s about exploring new places or creating lasting memories. Whether you’re planning a once-in-a-lifetime holiday or you travel regularly, you want to make sure you’re finding the cruise itinerary...
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Experience Antarctica onboard an Antarctica Cruise
18 Jul 2025by Fine Travel
Are you looking for that one in a lifetime unforgettable voyage through breathtaking landscapes? Antarctica Cruises to the great White Continent will be on your radar. Ever wonder what an iceberg looks like from close up, or what kinds of animals live in the polar ice? Step into another world with u...
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An Onboard Review of a Viking Cruises Ocean Cruise Ship
18 Jul 2025by Fine Travel
With the Viking Sun in Auckland as part of her attempt to set a Guinness Record for the longest World Cruise itinerary, some of the Fine Travel team joined Viking’s New Zealand Commercial Manager for an inspection. Viking Cruises – Identical Ocean Ships Although this review is based on the Viking Su...
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Luxury Cruise Line Ponant Expands Antarctica and Expedition Cruise Fleet
18 Jul 2025by Fine Travel
When Ponant first offered cruise itineraries from New Zealand, I was interested to learn that it offered Antarctica cruises. My initial impression was that Ponant, a luxury French cruise line, would be a cruise line for the Mediterranean. Learning that it was one of the leading “luxury expedition” c...
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5 Popular Cruise Lines to Consider
18 Jul 2025by Fine Travel
If you’re considering a cruise holiday, why not opt for one of the best on the seas? Five trending cruise lines have caught our attention thanks to their glowing customer ratings, luxury service, first-rate excursions, diverse destinations, and excellent value for money. Learn More About How to Choo...
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Explore Australia’s Kimberley Region with Ponant
17 Jul 2025by Fine Travel
Small ship expedition cruises provide the opportunity to explore remote regions and, through shore excursions and onboard experts, to have an immersive and educational experience. Following the reopening of Australia’s maritime borders, luxury French Cruise Line Ponant, with its “soft-expedition sty...
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Silversea Cruises Announces Free Chauffeur transfers
27 Jun 2025by Fine Travel
Silversea has announced that they are no longer including a Blacklane chauffeur transfer as part of their cruise fares. You can find the latest inclusions in our article: Discover Silversea's New Fare Structure: The luxury of choice. Fine Travel clients will be familiar with the complimentary chauff...
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