Australia's love affair with cruise is facing stormy waters as government regulation and high prices drive cruise operators away.  Editor-in-chief Peter Lynch and rose Kelly talk to the boss of the cruise lines own organisation Joel Katz about what's gone wrong and how we can fix it.

Join us as we chat with Chris Fundell from Globus Family Brands about his recent journey to Portugal aboard the Avalon Alegria. This brand-new ship on the Douro River offers an immersive experience, visiting charming towns, world-renowned vineyards, and Michelin-starred restaurants.

Avalon Waterways continues to innovate, with enticing itineraries in France showing a 30 percent rise in bookings. Next year, look forward to new one-, two-, and three-week voyages on the Garonne and Dordogne Rivers, offering a blend of culture, history, and adventure.

Don't miss out on the latest deals and offers from Avalon Waterways, perfect for planning your next getaway. Plus, stay tuned for an exciting competition announcement that could see you cruising in style.

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Embark on a journey through Europe’s most enchanting waterways with our podcast, "On Board: The Ultimate Guide to Tauck River Cruising."

In this episode, we sit down with David Clark from @tauck, a 99-year-old brand renowned for its exceptional travel experiences. Tauck’s fleet of nine purpose-built ships explores Europe’s great rivers, from the Rhine and the Danube to the Rhone and the Seine, visiting over 150 destinations by land, small ships, and rivers.

Hear about river cruising and WIN a cruise in Europe!

River cruising - it's the most relaxing holiday in the world - and the most economical way to see fabulous destinations. Rosie and Peter from cruisepassenger.com.au talk to the experts and bust the myths about this great way to travel.

We talk to Love Boat actress Jill Whelan about life on the set of the famous TV series as Princess Cruises says they will slice the price of weddings on the sea. She reveals how she was fat shamed as a teenager and what she thinks of the new genre of reality TV shows. We also focus on why retiring at sea is a risk as another venture cancels sailings. And a new Fiji adventure cruise from Captain Cook Fiji to the remote Lau islands.

Regent Seven Seas Grandeur is the world's most luxurious ship. There's a US$6.5 million art collection, the only gold-and-jewel encrusted Faberge Egg at sea. Cruise Passenger talks to the man who created Grandeur about how he was told to "blow the budget!". And we've got a limited edition piece of Faberge artwork to giveaway!

Come with us on a luxury journey down Europe's least discovered river, famous for its fabulous wine regions. Teresa Ooi and Chris Fundel take us there.

For many cruisers, luxury is about attention to detail, or having a sense of space – being away from big crowds. Time, for instance, is a luxury for some. But one thing is quite universal: the need to travel. We take you onboard three beautiful cruise lines.

Listen to our special episode about Expedition Cruising as we talk about the new breed of adventurer seeking a sense of danger and excitement. We tell you all about cruise lines like Quark and its immersive Arctic explorations and, closer to home, Ponant offering a deep dive into the Kimberley with legendary guide Mick Fogg.

Bernadette Chua talks river cruising with big fan Peter Lynch who reveals the maths that make travelling through Europe on a river ship a no brainer