Cruise industry news, new ship launches and first-hand reviews from the Flat Beds Tour + Cruise team — so you know exactly what to expect before you sail.
Our specialists sail the ships and walk the tours themselves. Every review below comes from a member of our own team, so the detail you get is the detail that actually matters when you are choosing a cabin, an itinerary or an operator.
Travelmarvel Welcomes Its Newest River Ship In EuropeTravelmarvel, Australia’s leading premium river cruise operator, has expanded its European fleet with the launch of its fourth ship. Discover…Read More
Why Choose APT For Your Next European River CruiseAre you considering a European river cruise? With APT, you’ll enjoy brand new river ships, APT Solara and APT Ostara,…Read More
Discover More of Asia with Azamara CruisesAzamara Cruises have an amazing range of destinations for guests to visit. Whether it be cruising through the Greek islands,…Read More
Viking Launches The Viking MiraViking and shipbuilding company, Fincantieri, have officially celebrated the launch of the Viking Mira at their shipyard in Ancona. This…Read More
Unique Uniworld River Cruises to Add to Your BucketlistIt can be challenging to find one-of-a-kind river cruise sailings. Whether it’s the itinerary, amenities and experiences onboard, or the…Read More
Discover Luxury Yacht Cruising with Scenic and EmeraldIf you’re after a more lavish, intimate cruise experience, consider a luxury yacht. These vessels tend to carry a smaller…Read More
How To Choose The Right Asia CruiseClose to home, intricate architecture, ancient cultures…there’s a long list of reasons to do an Asia cruise. From low, sprawling…Read More
5 Reasons Why Ponant Is The Luxury Cruise Line For YouWhat truly sets a luxury cruise line apart from the rest? With Ponant, you’ll find yourself spoilt for choice when…Read More
New Uniworld Super Ships Arriving in 2027Uniworld has released the first images inside two of its new super ships, S.S. Audrey and S.S Marlene. Launching in…Read More
Emerald and Scenic Announce Three New Luxury ShipsScenic Group, the company behind Emerald Cruises and Scenic Cruises, has announced yet another fleet expansion with three all-new luxury…Read More
Silversea’s Sneak Peek at The Cormorant at 55 SouthLast year, Silversea officially announced its plans to build the world’s southernmost hotel. We’ve finally been granted a closer (and…Read More
Why Viking is the Best Way to Cruise the MediterraneanDo you have ‘cruise the Mediterranean’ on your bucket list? The Mediterranean has always been one of the hottest destinations…Read More
Explora Journeys III Anticipated ArrivalSetting sail this Summer in 2026, Explora Journeys III may be one of the most highly anticipated cruises of the…Read More
Azamara Cruises Announces Fleet-Wide RefurbishmentAzamara Cruises has shared a new project called Azamara Forward. This fleet-wide development is said to introduce a bold new…Read More
The Latest Emerald Kaia MilestoneEmerald Cruises & Tours has announced that the Emerald Kaia has successfully completed her sea trials in Halong Bay, Vietnam.…Read More
Windstar Cruises Welcomes New All-Suite YachtThe Star Seeker is the latest yacht from Windstar Cruises. This ship has been designed to host an intimate number…Read More
Scenic Group Announces Two New Luxury River ShipsMKM Yachts (Scenic Group’s shipbuilding division) has signed contracts for two new luxury river ships for its parent company. However,…Read More
Oceania Cruises Introduce Adults-Only PolicyOceania Cruises has announced that they will exclusively be welcoming guests over 18. This applies for all new reservations as…Read More
5 Things to Know Before Booking a European River CruiseDetermining everything you need before a European river cruise can be time consuming, difficult and maybe a little overwhelming. We’ve…Read More
Mekong River Cruise Highlights with EmeraldEmbark on a legendary Mekong River cruise with award-winning Emerald Cruises. Being Southeast Asia’s longest waterway, it offers timeless local…Read More
Crystal Cruises Unveils First New Ocean Ship in 25 YearsTravellers will be eager to hear of Crystal Cruises’ latest announcement, with their first new ocean ship in over 25…Read More
Aurora Expeditions Launches 2027/2028 Antarctica ItinerariesRenowned cruise line, Aurora Expeditions, have launched their 2027/2028 Antarctica season- and it sure doesn’t disappoint. In this new season,…Read More
Oceania Cruises Announces New Oceania Sonata ClassThe popular cruise line Oceania Cruises has unveiled its first look at its latest ship class. Oceania Sonata embodies the…Read More
The Scenic Ikon: New Discovery Yacht Unveiled by ScenicThe Scenic Ikon has been officially announced as Scenic’s next-generation Discovery Yacht, launching April 2028. The all-new Scenic Ikon is…Read More
Ponant Kimberley Cruise ReviewProduct Manager, Michaela, had an absolute adventure on a recent Ponant Kimberley Cruise. She spent 10 days onboard the and…Read More
Scenic River Cruises: Scenic Pearl ReviewTour + Cruise Team Leader, Nat, sailed between Basel and Amsterdam with Scenic River Cruises. She spent 7 days onboard…Read More
Oceania Riviera Review 2026Tour + Cruise Specialist, Kristy, sailed along the Australian coast on the Oceania Riviera. If you are considering an Oceania…Read More
Emerald Kaia Superyacht Review – Inaugural SailingEmerald Cruises has officially launched its third luxury superyacht, Emerald Kaia, and our Marketing Manager, Blake, was fortunate enough to…Read More
Crystal Cruises Serenity ReviewProduct Manager, Michaela, sailed between Cairns and Darwin with Crystal Cruises. She spent four nights onboard the Crystal Serenity, struck…Read More
Oceania Allura Cruise ReviewOceania’s newest ship, Oceania Allura, is the latest addition to the fleet, and our Marketing Manager, Blake, recently had the…Read More
Aurora Expeditions Sylvia Earle ReviewOur Marketing Coordinator, Anjelica, had the once in a lifetime opportunity to sail with Aurora Expeditions to Antarctica. This wasn’t…Read More
Viking Vela Ocean Cruise ReviewOur Tour + Cruise team members, Genevieve and Kristy, experienced the Viking Vela ship on their ‘Venice, The Adriatic &…Read More
Azamara Pursuit Ship OverviewFour of our Tour + Cruise team members (Michaela, Sarah, Ivana, and Marc) were lucky enough to step onto the…Read More
Silversea Silver Moon ReviewMarc, our Digital Marketing Coordinator, was lucky enough to spend six days in absolute opulence on board the Silver Moon…Read More
Seabourn Quest ReviewOur Product Manager, Michaela, had the chance to step onboard the Seabourn Quest from Bali to Cairns. This 10-day journey…Read More
Aurora Expeditions’ New Douglas Mawson: Our First LookOur Product Manager, Michaela and Marketing Manager, Blake, had the exciting opportunity to experience Aurora Expeditions’ brand new ship, the…Read More
Silversea Silver Nova Ship InspectionOur Tour + Cruise team members, Michaela, Amanda and Anjelica, had the chance to check out the Silversea Silver Nova…Read More
Explora Journeys ReviewOur Luxury Travel Manager, Alana, recently sailed from Istanbul to Genoa for 7 nights onboard Explora Journeys. After a smooth…Read More
AmaWaterways France Cruise ReviewOur Tour + Cruise specialist, Sarah, had the opportunity to sail through France with AmaWaterways. She found the dining experience…Read More
Chimu Adventures in Chile ReviewOur Fares and Ticketing Consultant, Anna, had the opportunity to visit Chile in depth on a Chimu Adventures tour. With…Read More
Beyond Travel MS Suzana ReviewOur Marketing Coordinator, Marc, recently had the pleasure of cruising across the coast of Croatia (From Dubrovnik to Split) on…Read More
Quark Expeditions Review – The ArcticOne of our team members, Sheldon, and his partner, Dani, recently went to the Arctic on a Quark Expeditions trip!…Read More
Oceania Cruises Riviera – Canada and Alaska ReviewOur Marketing Manager, Blake, recently cruised through Canada and Alaska onboard the premium Oceania Cruises ship, the Riviera. Sailing from Vancouver,…Read More
Insight Vacations and Luxury Gold France Tour ReviewOur Tour + Cruise manager, Genevieve, recently visited France on a tour with Luxury Gold and Insight Vacations. Insight Vacations…Read More
Viking Sigyn European River Cruise ReviewOur consultant, Jim, recently flew to Europe with Finnair to Helsinki. Then to Amsterdam for a European river cruise with…Read More
Scenic River Cruises Famil ReviewOne of our Tour + Cruise consultants, Kristy, had a famil opportunity on one of the Scenic river cruises for…Read More
Emerald River Cruises: Emerald Liberté ReviewOur consultant, Nat, cruised France on the Emerald Liberté. She was impressed the magnificent suite, the delectable dining and how much…Read More
Azamara Onward Ship ReviewOur Product Manager, Michaela, boarded Azamara Onward for a 6 night cruise from Adelaide to Perth. As this was part…Read MoreBrowse our current cruise and tour offers, or send us an enquiry and one of our Tour + Cruise Specialists will be in touch with options built around you.