Peter Lynch 
Three cheers to Rafaela Aponte and husband Gianluigi, the Italian billionaires who own the global cruise and shipping line MSC. They are set to resume cruising with two departures from Italy this month. The MSC Grandiosa is due to sail from Genoa on Monday, and MSC Magnifica from Bari at the end of the month. … Read more
Coronavirus cases put a damper on the long-awaited return of cruising around the world this week – but it hasn’t extinguished attempts to bring back itineraries wherever lines can make them work. Hurtigruten, the Norwegian expedition line that trail-blazed the return in Northern Europe, temporarily suspend expedition journeys on Monday after cases among the 158-strong … Read more
Ocean-going cruise lines have agreed to voluntarily suspend U.S. cruise operations until at least 31 October, Cruise Lines International Association has announced. The move will mean similar dates across the globe, as CLIA is the leading owners group. Said a statement issued in Washington: “We believe it is prudent at this time to voluntarily extend … Read more
Norwegian adventure cruise line Hurtigruten has been hit by COVID-19 cases among crew members after being among the first to bring back cruise itineraries in Europe. The sad news, which will be a blow to passengers hoping a gradual and monitored return to cruising would prove successful, was announced at the weekend. Four crew members … Read more
Royal Caribbean has completely reinvented their muster drill and will be launching Muster 2.0 with brand new eMuster technology. This means the least favourite part of any cruise will now take place online in your own time, rather than standing on deck with a bright orange life jacket with hundreds of other passengers. It is, … Read more
It’s been a surreal five months since the cruise pause in March. The world’s fleet of more than 300 ships are riding at anchor all over the planet. There is no sign yet of a unified protocol that might satisfy health authorities that operators can make their vessels safe, though much work has been started. … Read more
Longing for your next luxury cruise adventure with family or friends? Australian charter yachts are sailing right now, with guests enjoying luxurious escapes to stunning remote Australian locations at prices that are surprisingly low. Combine the best experiences of luxury cruise ship itineraries, high-end day trips ashore, beautiful cabins and facilities, personalised dining and a … Read more
Princess Cruises has cancelled its Aussie season until November, and other cruises until December 15, in an announcement that means some itineraries may see no sailings for the rest of the year. Blaming “continued progression of COVID-19 and related decisions of various government, health authorities, and airlines regarding travel restrictions”, Princess Cruises said it is … Read more
Popular traditional cruise line Cruise & Maritime Voyages, known as CMV, has been forced into administration, it was revealed overnight. The British-based line, which had a big following among Australian cruisers, had been struggling to find financial backing during the pandemic. The news throws into limbo hundreds of cruises, and its deals to purchase two … Read more
She's the most specious ship yet from luxury line Oceania Cruises. James Sitters tells Rose Kelly and Peter Lynch what's on board the new class of ship, including restaurants, spas and suites.
