Offering the height of sophistication and style at sea, it\u2019s little wonder that more and more holidaymakers are opting to indulge in a luxury cruise.<\/p>\n
What\u2019s not to like? Five-star cruising offers all the bells and whistles expected from any luxury provider from stylish accommodation and elegant facilities to an open bar, lavish spa and even a butler service.<\/p>\n
Days are spent cruising in and out of the world\u2019s most glamorous destinations such as Monte Carlo, Barcelona, New York and Sydney.<\/p>\n
Some days are more action-packed with shore excursions taking travellers to pristine national parks, the world\u2019s leading galleries and museums and local wineries and restaurants for a taste of the local cuisine.<\/p>\n
Whilst evenings offer a chance to unwind over a meal prepared by a world-renowned chef, take in a show or a lecture or make some new friends at the bar, without worrying who is picking up the tab.<\/p>\n
No longer do high-end travellers from Australia and New Zealand have to travel to Europe or the Americas to join a luxury vessel, they are stepping onboard in their homeport, with as much luggage as they like, and heading off on the trip of a lifetime.<\/p>\n
For those wanting to explore further afield, luxury lines offer cruises on every continent. Is there a better way to see Alaska than gliding by glaciers with a champagne or hot chocolate in hand? Or how about being dwarfed by the grandeur of Norway\u2019s fjords while snacking on some caviar on deck?<\/p>\n
Many luxury liners are also small ships meaning they can go where the big ships can\u2019t, offering an up-close-and-personal experience with nature and the chance to explore off-the-beaten-track ports.<\/p>\n
Because luxury means so much more than the finest linens and foie gras, luxury lines are increasingly offering their guests the chance to truly immerse in a destination with exclusive, money-can\u2019t-buy experiences.<\/p>\n
Whether it\u2019s a private behind-the-scenes tour of a world heritage-listed site, visiting a local market with a celebrity chef or being regaled with tales at sea from idols and icons, luxury cruises are pulling out all the stops to ensure their guests have it all.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s these special touches that are helping the luxury cruise industry power ahead at a rate of knots.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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