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How, why and when to go cruising

Our team are seasoned travellers themselves and love writing about their experiences on cruises and tours. Hear from the Compucruises team to get a personal flavour of the bouyant delights (and realities) of cruising.

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Surprising Reasons Why Group Cruise Bookings Are the Most Breathtaking Way to Travel

Planning a group holiday doesn't have to be stressful. Discover why a group cruise booking offers un…

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Luxury for Less: Exceptional Savings on 2026 and 2027 Sailings

Crystal Cruises is offering up to 30% off on select sailings in 2026 and 2027. Book by 31 May 2026 t…

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First Time Cruiser Guide: Everything You Need to Know

First-time cruisers often feel overwhelmed by choices. Start with 5-7 night cruises to easy destinat…

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Crossing the Atlantic: The Romance of Transatlantic Cruising

Transatlantic crossings represent cruising in its purest form where the journey itself becomes the d…

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Do I Need a Visa to Cruise the Mediterranean?

Yes, South African passport holders require Schengen visas for most Mediterranean cruises. One visa …

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Norwegian Cruise Line: Where Freedom Meets the Sea

Norwegian Cruise Line pioneered freestyle cruising where flexible dining, no assigned seating, casua…

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Discovering the World at Sea: Luxury Cruising Redefined

Luxury cruising strips away crowds, upselling, and nickel-and-diming. Instead, you'll find all-inclu…

All Included: The Truth About All-Inclusive Cruising

All Included: The Truth About All-Inclusive Cruising

Imagine boarding a cruise ship, unpacking once, and never reaching for your wallet again. Drinks, sh…

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Around the World: The Ultimate Voyage

A world cruise isn't just a longer version of typical cruising. It's a fundamentally different exper…

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Cunard’s Queen Anne Impresses in Cape Town

Cunard’s newest ship, Queen Anne, made a memorable overnight call at Cape Town’s Cruise Terminal, an…

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Grown-Up Getaways: Sophisticated Cruising Without Kids

For travellers who adore children but occasionally crave holidays without them, certain cruise ships…

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Rivers of Discovery: The Intimate World of River Cruising

River cruising contrasts with ocean voyages by offering slower travel, intimate connections to desti…