Vasco da Gama visits Australia!
It’s official! Nicko Cruises ship Vasco da Gama has made her first visit to Australia and here are the candid photos and video for you.
An Address to the Haggis…
If you’re lucky enough to be in Scotland on the 25th of January you will be treated to one of their greatest traditions – Burns Night.
The Why’s, How’s & Legends of the Aurora Borealis or Northern Lights
From rainbow bridges between Asgard and Earth to the torches of spirits in the afterlife, the Aurora Borealis is explained here today.
Natchez your average port of call
Natchez used to have more millionaires per capita than any other city in the United States. Find out more about this port of call on American Duchess with our next installment by Laura and Karen.
The Antarctica Diaries – Day 1 – Welcome aboard the L’Austral
Deb recounts us on her personal cruise experience in February 2020 to Antarctica aboard Ponant’s L’Austral.
Diary of a Journey under the World – Part 17 – Coulman Island
Part 17 of our blog series with David Heydon from one side of Antarctica to the other. today is about Coulman Island.
The Expedition Diaries – Montgomery Reef & Raft Point, The Kimberley, Australia
A zodiac trip to Montgomery Reef in Australia’s Kimberley is a magical experience. Find out why.
The Mekong Diaries – My An Hung, Vietnam
Dragon dancers, magical crystals and tasty fruity treats – Here is My An Hung Village on the Mekong River in Vietnam.
Rockin’ on – The Kimberley Story
Sure there’s crocs and mud-skippers, kites and wallabies – but have you ever seen ROCKS like this?
A Hundred Thousand Welcomes
The Irish language is very descriptive and full of fun – here are some of our favourite wise sayings and colourful curses.

