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Category Archives: Cruise Holiday
Top Five Cruise Lines for Weddings
For a unique wedding, consider saying ‘I do’ at a romantic ceremony onboard a cruise ship. Many couples are now seeing the delight in combining their wedding ceremony and honeymoon by getting married on a cruise. A number of cruise lines offer the opportunity for couples to have their wedding onboard or at one of the ship’s fascinating destinations. Whether you get married at the … Continue reading
Set Sail on a Barbie Dream Cruise
Barbie wannabes can live like their favourite doll on the new Barbie dream cruises hosted by Royal Caribbean International. Fans can stay in signature pink Barbie staterooms while attending Barbie themed tea parties, fashion shows and dance classes. Royal Caribbean recently developed the new Barbie Premium Experience, aimed at girls aged 4 to 11. This magical experience will be available across the entire Royal Caribbean … Continue reading
Cruising Asia – Five Exciting Destinations
One of the highlights of cruising through Asia is the eclectic mix of destinations to choose from. Spend a day lazing on the shores of one of Phuket’s idyllic beaches or experience the vibrancy of Ho Chi Minh City. From exploring ancient temples to bartering for some of the world’s best bargains, Asia has no shortage of exciting places to visit. Here are our top … Continue reading
Experience an Egyptian Adventure
Andrea McDonald is bursting with excitement after returning home from her ninth trip to Egypt. An Escape Travel Senior Consultant in our Strathpine store, Andrea is thrilled to share a few stories from her recent travel experience. When asked why she has been to this Middle Eastern destination nine times, she answered easily. “The history is amazing; every time I go back I see something … Continue reading
Fiji – Terrific Trivia
Fiji is certainly a popular holiday destination. Many travellers head to this beautiful South Pacific nation to unwind by the pool of a beautiful resort, to explore the marine life in the adjacent crystal-clear waters or to go in search of an island adventure. Here at Escape Travel, we think Fiji is a fantastic country and thought we’d compile some fascinating trivia facts to make … Continue reading
Cruising Germany – Five Historic Destinations
Germany is a great European country that’s perfect for cruising. With such majestic rivers as the Rhine, the Elbe and the Moselle – it is an absolute delight to explore the waterways of Germany. And along the way, there are fascinating historic towns that ooze charm and appeal. Here are our top five German cruising destinations. Passau Passau is known as the ‘Three River City,’ … Continue reading
Cruising the South Pacific – Five Stunning Destinations
The epitome of tropical paradise, the South Pacific is the ideal region to enjoy a relaxing cruise holiday. Luxury ships will guide you effortlessly from beautiful port to picturesque destination where you can explore impressive landscapes, chill on the white-sandy beaches or admire the abundance of marine life who call the Pacific Ocean home. Here are our top five South Pacific cruising destinations. Port Vila, … Continue reading
Cruising Over Christmas – Five Festive Destinations
The Christmas holiday break is almost upon us. Here at Escape Travel, we love spending time with our loved ones at Christmas, however rather than enjoying the festive season at home, maybe this year you might like to consider a dedicated Christmas cruise through beautiful waterways. Many cruise lines organise great itineraries over the holiday period, so that eager cruisers can experience a unique and highly … Continue reading
Cruising Mexico – Five Fantastic Destinations
From the glorious Pacific Ocean Riviera on the west coast to the Caribbean vibe in the east, Mexico is a fantastic destination to enjoy cruising at its best. This is a country where the sun provides rejuvenating rays, the waters are crystal clear and the towns burst with Latin exuberance. Here are our top five Mexican cruise destinations. Acapulco Mexico’s original tourist resort town, today … Continue reading
The Top 5 Whitsunday Exercise Experiences
Need to kick start your health and fitness regime but balk at the idea of boring gyms or uninspiring activity centres? Indulge in nature and spend time investing in yourself with one of these hot exercise experiences on offer in the sublime Whitsundays region. Guest Blogger Sarah Blinco, who has her own travel blog Travel Live Learn, investigates the holiday options that will have your … Continue reading
Cruising the Caribbean – Five Enchanting Destinations
Once the domain of pirates who ploughed the Caribbean Sea in search of adventure – today the Caribbean is synonymous with stunning beaches, impossibly blue waters and incredible coral reefs. There are many ways to explore this beautiful region but at the top of our list is cruising. From the comfort of a luxury liner, you’ll have the opportunity to experience the Caribbean in its … Continue reading
All Aboard A Disney Cruise
“Hi, Ho, Hi, Ho… It’s off to cruise we go.” In the iconic Disney film, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, the cute dwarves make much of singing merrily as they head to work. Here at Escape Travel, we’ve cheekily changed the lyrics because families can now celebrate the best of Disney on a fun-filled, magical Disney Cruise. So rather than singing as you go … Continue reading
Cruising Alaska – Five Beautiful Destinations
The largest American state, Alaska was purchased from the Russians in 1867 for $7.2 million. At the time, the US Secretary State, William Seward was deriding for his decision – an act that in hindsight has proved to be highly fortuitous. Today, Alaska boasts incredible natural beauty – that’s best observed from the glorious waterways. Here are our top five Alaskan cruise destinations. Juneau Located … Continue reading
Cruising Hawaii – Five Stunning Destinations
The most recent state to join the United States is a seamless mix of cosmopolitan cities, incredible natural beauty and Pacific Island culture. Made up of eight main islands, Hawaii provides holiday-makers will a terrific escape from normality – and cruising is a great way to explore this magnificent destination. Here are our top five Hawaiian cruise destinations. Honolulu, Oahu Most travellers head straight to … Continue reading
Cruising the Danube – Five Historic Cities
Johann Strauss thought it was blue, Bram Stoker had Dracula cross it and this beautiful feature formed a natural frontier for the Roman Empire. The majestic Danube is one of Europe’s most important waterways – beginning in Germany’s Black Forest and meandering 2,872 kilometres through ten European countries to the Black Sea. Here are five popular destinations along the Danube. Passau, Germany Often called the … Continue reading
The Whitsundays – Beautiful Cruising
Growing up in Sydney, I was always aware that Australia’s tropical paradise was a collection of 74 Islands off the Queensland coast collectively known as the Whitsundays. On several islands, luxury resorts fulfil holiday-makers every whim – as hotel rooms overlook impossibly beautiful scenery. This is the heart of the Great Barrier Reef, where whales playfully frolic and Nemo doesn’t really want to be found. … Continue reading
Vietnam – Five Beautiful Waterways
With a coastline of 3,260 kilometres and dozens of rivers meandering through the country, the waterways of Vietnam are impressive. For your next Vietnamese holiday consider venturing a little further from the main cities to explore the beautiful waterways of the country. Here are our top five Vietnamese waterways. Mekong Delta Observe every day life in the Mekong Delta region of Vietnam, south of Ho … Continue reading
Cook Islands – Terrific Trivia
An archipelago of 15 Pacific Islands, the Cook Islands are the epitome of a tropical paradise. Here are some trivia facts about the beautiful Cook Islands. Captain Cook While Captain Cook visited the islands in 1773 and 1777, he didn’t name the region after himself. Originally Cook called the islands the Hervey Islands – the name Cook Islands is believed to have appeared in the … Continue reading
Fiji – Five Often Overlooked Island Gems
Nadi and the Fijian capital, Suva are popular destinations on the island of Viti Levu. However, Fiji is an archipelago comprising of around 330 individual islands. Some are inhabited, while many remain pristine or with very little infrastructure. Here at Escape Travel, we think that holiday-makers should consider exploring the true beauty of Fiji. Here’s a guide to five, not usually considered, but oh-so beautiful … Continue reading
Cruising Canada – Five Beautiful Destinations
Taking a cruise on the waterways around Canada provides a great opportunity of both admiring the natural beauty and stopping off at fascinating cities. Here are our top five Canadian cruise destinations. Halifax, Nova Scotia Nova Scotia’s capital, Halifax was originally founded as an English military base in 1749 because of its natural harbour – a beautiful waterway that continues to shine as the centrepiece … Continue reading
