Michelle Feilberg

There are cruise lines, and then there are cruise lines that Australians seem to adopt as their own. For decades, Princess Cruises has enjoyed a special relationship with Australian travellers. Mention cruising to almost any Australian who has sailed before, and chances are they’ve either cruised with Princess, know someone who has, or have a Princess voyage sitting on their travel wish list. But what exactly makes Princess Cruises such a favourite Down Under? From relaxed onboard experiences...

Located in the Central Otago region of the south island of New Zealand, the cosmopolitan city of Queenstown holds its own as a destination worthy of at least a solid week to explore and immerse yourself. Flying into to Queenstown airport provides an unforgettable view. as the plane swoops and turns and ploughs through the clouds to reveal such stunning scenes of fjord like mountains and lakes, and. rivers and streams flowing milky-green from the melted snow. ... and this is all before you...

25 January – Australia Day Weekend | Sydney → Eden → Sydney If you’re going to spend a long weekend anywhere, it may as well be in the middle of the ocean with 4,000 of your newest friends, clear skies, calm seas, and a piña colada in hand. Anthem of the Seas delivered all that—and a few surprises—on my 4-night Australia Day sailing. Below is the full run-down, from my mid-ship balcony cabin (with prime views of the tender boats’ rooftops) to the shows, the food, and everything in between....