Cruising brings its own unique set of challenges - here's what you need to know.

Frenchman thrown off Costa Cruise liner in Indian Ocean after leading a 'mutiny'.

Kevin Pilley freewheels down the Mississippi River on the American Queen.

John Bishop takes a slow boat through the historic heart of Europe.

Passengers on a 12-day cruise ship have been struck with Norovirus again.

Every day of his river cruise from Avignon to Lyon was a highlight, writes David Libeau.

Here's all you need to know from a man who's done it eight times.

Michael Dearth gives his top 5 picks for places to eat around the globe.

Some travellers can find high-end luxury disconcerting.

A cruise in the revamped Queen Mary 2 is luxury and nostalgia combined.

Remote islands offers chances to share the love, writes Deborah Dickson-Smith.

Maureen Marriner discovers some grand places to visit along Ireland's coastline.

Getting actively involved in a cruise is a great way to see some of Europe.

Gay couples can now get married at sea with Celebrity Cruises.

Reader John Marcon wrote in with some Cruise tips for first timers.

Mark Meredith returns to a former haunt and undergoes a Caribbean conversion.

Royal Caribbean's Symphony of the Seas is sure to impress the kids. Lego wall, anyone?

As the cruise industry grows we can expect to see more "mega ships" in the future.

Roger Spragg finds an unusual way to curb his enthusiasm for on-board cuisine.

A 12-day trip exploring the coast of Southeast Asia yielded many great experiences.

Magnificent Fiordland compensates for a rough start to a voyage, writes Pamela Wade.

P&O know how to throw a party. This revitalised line has come a long way since the 90s.

While initially reluctant, it didn't take long for a former pilot to become a cruiser.

This town has been named the top-rated cruise destination in Australia and NZ.

Elizabeth Binning finds it easy to unwind on a voyage from Sydney to Moreton Island.

A new cruise ship hosts two Cirque productions, six nights a week.

Donna McIntyre has a taste of European canal fare.

Maureen Marriner's mum gamely embraces life on board.

Isobel Marriner gives the lowdown on sailing to a Pacific paradise.

The running of a marathon disrupts the scenic start of a Mediterranean odyssey.