The end of P&O Australia is a massive loss to Australia, says former Carnival executive

Pacific Adventure on her last cruise ever

By Ryan Taibel, formerly Vice President Sales and Partnerships at Carnival Cruise Lines Last night, Pacific Adventure sailed out of Sydney for the last time, officially marking the end of P&O Cruises Australia’s 92-year legacy. Having spent 14 years working for P&O, I can’t help but feel heartbroken. Sure, most cruisers won’t lose too much … Read more

Update: Luminosa docks at Brisbane port but Cyclone Alfred forces P&O to cancel final voyage

a large cruise ship in the water

With Cyclone Alfred already triggering power outages and evacuations along the East Coast, the Cyclone has thrown the cruise industry into disarray. From passengers stuck on shore wondering if their cruise is going to happen, to others calmly circling the seas after being told their cruise has been extended without cost, it’s chaos from all angles.

How your travel bookings are changing as new cruise industry agents emerge

Cruise Industry awards

Cruise Lines International Association Australasia held its 22nd annual cruise industry awards in Sydney last night, and what emerged was the changing face of how you are buying your itineraries in 2025. In front of hundreds of leading figures, CLIA Managing Director in Australasia Joel Katz pointed out the changing face of travel agencies around … Read more