Dreaming of your next river cruise getaway? Join the Cruise Passenger team and our River Cruise Collective lines for an exclusive and intimate evening dedicated to all things river cruising.
Whether you are a seasoned sailor or looking to book your first journey on the water, this event promises to be an inspiring night filled with gourmet treats and invaluable travel insights.
There will also be door prizes – and the chance to win a night at the ultra-luxe Intercontinental Hotel in Melbourne and Sydney.
APT’s European river ships serve delicious food – they will be talking about their ships at our events
What to Expect
Hosted by Cruise Passenger’s Rosie Kelly and publisher Peter Lynch, our evening of chilled wine, canapés and expert travel advice is your personal invitation to meet face-to-face with representatives from the world’s leading river cruise lines.
Guests attending this 2-hour and 30-minute in-person event will enjoy:
- Gourmet refreshments: Indulge in chilled fine wine and delicious canapés throughout the evening.
- Insider knowledge: Get your burning holiday planning questions answered directly by the experts.
- Exclusive offers: Discover exclusive 2026 itineraries, take advantage of special event discounts, and even win exciting door prizes.
There will be speakers from AmaWaterways, APT, Travelmarvel and Avalon Waterways.
Melissa Doyle at our event last year for Avalon Waterways
Event Dates and Locations
Cruise Passenger is hosting this event on two different dates in two cities. Be sure to book the location nearest to you:
The Sydney Event
- Date: Thursday, 27 August.
- Time: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
- Venue: InterContinental Sydney
The Melbourne Event
- Date: Tuesday, 25 August.
- Time: 6:00 PM
- Venue: InterContinental Melbourne
Ticket Information
Ready to secure your spot? Tickets are currently available with an Early Bird Discount applied, bringing the starting price of $15 + booking fee, a total of $17.19.
Please note: there is a strict “No refunds” policy for these events.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to plan your ultimate river cruise while enjoying a luxurious night out.
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