Oberon Review
Louise Goldsbury

Louise Goldsbury

Cruise Explorer columnist
Louise is the Cruise Explorer columnist for ACM. Over the past 20 years, she has sailed on more than 100 ocean, river and expedition cruises in seven continents.

My all-time favourite destination is … Antarctica, but three times is greedy.

Next on my bucket list is … Africa, Maldives, Philippines, Cuba, NZ subantarctic islands, Iceland, Greenland, and three months on a round-the-world cruise.

My top travel tip is … If you're turned off by the stereotype of big ships, start with your dream destination and book the smallest ship you can afford - preferably all-inclusive, so you can fully relax and enjoy.

I got into the hot tub on Tuesday and got out on Thursday. Here's what happened

Time travel is actually possible - just follow my lead.

Louise Goldsbury
I got into the hot tub on Tuesday and got out on Thursday. Here's what happened

I'm a full-time travel writer and I wish I'd known this before visiting Japan

Plus, the rise of biometric checks at cruise terminals around the world.

Louise Goldsbury
I'm a full-time travel writer and I wish I'd known this before visiting Japan

What happens when seven-metre waves hit a luxury ocean crossing

Chasing wild waters: why some cruisers love extreme ocean swells.

Louise Goldsbury
What happens when seven-metre waves hit a luxury ocean crossing

I have sailed on 130 cruises. Here are my 10 most unforgettable moments at sea

From polar icebergs to Sydney Harbour, these are top cruise sights.

Louise Goldsbury
I have sailed on 130 cruises. Here are my 10 most unforgettable moments at sea

The clever ways smart travellers are maximising their holiday budgets

What does your money buy this wave season? We have the lowdown.

Louise Goldsbury
The clever ways smart travellers are maximising their holiday budgets

Aussies are heading to Vietnam in big numbers - and this is the best way to see it

The Mekong is a moving, living landscape that draws you into the scene.

Louise Goldsbury
Aussies are heading to Vietnam in big numbers - and this is the best way to see it

This simple booking shift can transform your entire travel experience

Look for a cruise with overnight stays and late departures.

Louise Goldsbury
This simple booking shift can transform your entire travel experience

The unexpected vantage point that unlocks the world's best birdwatching

From Norway to South Georgia, this high perch offers prime views for twitchers.

Louise Goldsbury
The unexpected vantage point that unlocks the world's best birdwatching

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This is the surprising reason I'd take a cruise over a coach tour every time

What to know before you book that holiday.

Louise Goldsbury
This is the surprising reason I'd take a cruise over a coach tour every time

Why these simple cruise-ship dishes taste better than fine dining

These classic meals are the real taste of a holiday at sea.

Louise Goldsbury
Why these simple cruise-ship dishes taste better than fine dining