Peter Lynch 
Two big events this week put Australia on course to become the regions largest hub for the burgeoning cruise market – and both seem set to have a profound influence on our future tourism. Cruise is already a $4.8 bn part of our tourist industry. But everyone agrees growth has faltered because Sydney, our biggest … Read more
There is technology to turn on your cabin lights and air con on Princess Cruises. A robot barman can deliver your cocktail on Royal Caribbean. And a robot butler helps you find your way on MSC. But at last, Virgin Voyages has created a piece of technology that actually makes sense – an exclusive on-demand … Read more
When Regent Seven Seas Explorer was launched at a glittering European royal ceremony three years ago, she was given the description: “Most luxurious ship ever built”. Indeed, Regent Seven Seas were so enamoured with the epithet, they trademarked it. Many at the time asked the line’s boss, Mr Frank Del Rio, just how he was … Read more
This competition has now ended. Love to listen to features and fun discussions on the go? Welcome to On Board, Cruise Passenger’s brand new podcast for everyone interested in holidays on the water. You’ll get the latest news and reviews on cruise – presented by our panel and a series of prestigious guests. Our first … Read more
Cruise Passenger’s Readers’ Choice awards voting is almost over – with some very tight fights among fans to get their favourite line into number one position. Best for Luxury, Contemporary, activities and river cruising are all up for grabs in the closing hours of the biggest poll ever. The awards, the biggest poll of passengers … Read more
Princess Cruises Majestic Princess sailed into Sydney Harbour today – and promptly kick-started the line’s biggest cruise season yet. The President of Carnival Australia, Sture Myrmell, predicted a “fantastic season” for the largest cruise operator in the country. Standing by the waters of the vessel’s Hollywood Pool Club while mixologist Rob Floyd worked his magic … Read more
Sydney’s bid for a third cruise terminal moved a tentative step closer today with a NSW government announcement of a “market engagement process” starting on two sites at Port Botany. The announcement maintained the process “will consider and assess” options for an additional terminal at Yarra Bay or Molineux Point near Port Botany, with the … Read more
The burgeoning cruise industry has spent huge amounts to build new ships and make their current fleets climate friendly, a new report reveals. Despite being just one per cent of the world’s marine fleets, cruise lines are leading the way in developing responsible practices and creating innovative technologies. Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) reveals the … Read more
Sydney’s cruise growth has ‘ground to a halt’ with new figures likely to show no expansion, thanks to the failure of the State Government to create a second berth for larger ships. Adam Goldstein, one of the highest-ranking leaders of the global cruise industry and the man in charge of Royal Caribbean and Cruise Lines … 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.
