Footage from the storm-battered Pacific Sun has emerged showing those on board hanging on for their lives as they dodge waves of furniture.

A cruise aboard the Pacific Dawn is somewhat of a culinary adventure, finds Janetta Mackay.

The launch of 63,500 tonne superliner Pacific Pearl in Auckland is a vote of confidence for NZ, says Cruise NZ chairman Craig Harris.

Helen Twose finds cruising the Pacific with a toddler can have its ups and downs.

Sleepy, spectacular Laos has had its share of grandeur, writes Brett Atkinson.

Keen on cruising away from winter? Wendyl Nissen has some handy tips for beginners.

Fancy a cruise lifestyle on the waves, but plagued by motion sickness? Deborah Abrams Kaplan offers some solutions.

Life aboard this luxury cruise ship is a suite sensation, says David Balham.

Jehan Casinader finds the Nile's ancient past has to compete with its colourful present.

Rob McFarland spends a day cruising the Bay of Islands.

The largest ship to visit New Zealand is back in Auckland as part of her third world voyage.

Maewo Island's Chief Nelson is proud to show off his village, writes Catherine Masters.

The Independent's Simon Calder says it's not too soon for cruise ships to return to the benighted nation.

Tim Adams roams the 17 decks and neighbourhoods of The Oasis of the Seas - the world's largest 'megaliner'.

A typical cruise? There is no such thing.

Cruising makes you feel like you're on top of the world, writes Isobel Marriner.

Catherine Masters joins a Kiwi catamaran on its first cruise around Vanuatu.