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Cruise safety crusader Mark Brimble wins Australia Day award

The husband of Dianne Brimble, whose death aboard a cruise ship 14 years ago led to significant change, has been awarded an order of Australia Medal (OAM). Queenslander Mark Brimble was recognized for his services […]

WORDS BY Peter Lynch . Jan 26 2016
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Royal Caribbean International announces partnership with WWF

Royal Caribbean Cruises and the World Wildlife Fund have announced a five-year global partnership to help with the long-term health of the ocean. RCL’s CEO and Chariman Richard Fain made the announcement in Donsol in […]

WORDS BY Bernadette Chua . Jan 26 2016
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Passenger Reviews

Golden Princess New Zealand cruise review

Overall I felt that the cruise on the Golden Princess offers excellent value for money. The staff are exemplary and the standard of service in all departments is highly professional. Cabin was spacious and well appointed.

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Jan 25 2016
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Passenger Reviews

Holland America – ms Oosterdam cruise review

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Jan 25 2016
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P&O’s four ship spectacle on Australia Day

Four P&O ships – Pacific Aria, Pacific Eden, Pacific Pearl and Pacific Jewel will be on Sydney Harbour on Australia Day, with more than 6500 guests enjoying the annual celebrations. Another attraction is the P&O […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Jan 25 2016
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Travel friendly tech upgrades on Azamara Journey

  Australians love travelling on Azamara Club Cruises and are their third biggest clientele. When Azamara Journey entered drydock in the Grand Bahama Shipyard for refurbishment, many Cruise Passenger readers shared their excitement on our […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Jan 25 2016
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Inside the abandoned Costa Concordia cruise liner

It was dubbed the worst maritime disaster in Italy’s history since the second World War, killing 32 passengers, when Costa Concordia sank partially sank near the Tuscan island of Giglio in 2012 after hitting a […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Jan 22 2016
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Norwegian Cruise line invests $400 million in upgrades

Norwegian Cruise Line announced multi-million dollar refurbishments under the Norwegian Edge program investing $400 million in upgrades across the fleet’s nine ships. The refurbishment plans were laid in 2015 with Norwegian Epic’s makeover of restaurants […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Jan 22 2016
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Passenger Reviews

Norwegian Star cruise review

The Norwegian Star crew were very, very good from the steward to the drinks waiters. I prefer anytime dining to the market style but the food was good everywhere and themed nights (German, Indian, chocolate nights etc) were awesome.

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Jan 22 2016
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Regent piles on the luxe with $125 million refurbishment

  Regent Seven Seas Cruises has announced an extensive $125 million fleet-wide refit as more and more lines move into the luxury sector. Crystal Cruise Lines, recently purchased by Genting Holdings, Seabourn and Silversea are […]

WORDS BY Peter Lynch . Jan 22 2016
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The first look onboard Royal Caribbean’s Ovation of the Seas

She will be the largest ship ever homeported in Australia – Royal Caribbean’s Ovation of the Seas and you can now have a look at what she has to offer. Stretching for more than a […]

WORDS BY Bernadette Chua . Jan 22 2016
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Australian illustrator Megan Hess sketches Pacific Eden

She shot to fame after illustrating Candace Bushnell’s best-selling novel Sex in the City in 2008 and went on to work with leading fashion designers and luxury brands around the world. Australian illustrator Megan Hess […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Jan 22 2016
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