Update: thousands face Cyclone Alfred chaos as six cruises impacted but passengers heap praise on the lines
Some cruisers have had their voyages cancelled, while others have had their extended due to Cyclone Alfred.
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Disney in Australia – are we about to get a new ship?
After a brilliant sold-out first season, Disney’s second Australian season didn’t appear to be quite as successful. While it’s natural for the initial excitement to slow, Disney ended up having to do it’s largest sales world wide in Australia, cutting prices 30% to try and lure Aussie families back on board.Â
French mayor’s major compromises on cruise ban – some cruise lines will still be locked out
The new cruise regulations for the French town of Nice will still be going ahead but with major concessions for the cruise industry.
This week we finally bid farewell to P&O cruises forever – here’s what will happen
Since it was announced last June that P&O Australia cruises would be ceasing operations, it’s been a countdown to this day, and it’s finally here. This weekend, P&O Australia’s last two ships Pacific Adventure and Pacific Encounter will sail their very last sailings as P&O ships, and from March 11, the P&O Australia website will … Read more
NZ operators fight attempts to halt cruise in Milford Sound as government dithers
Alarm bells went ringing through the cruise industry when it was revealed that the New Zealand tourism minister was considering a proposal for tourism in the Milford Sound region that includes a proposal to ban cruise ships.Â
Could you be hit by a cruise ship tilt? Here’s what you need to know
Crown Princess captured worldwide headlines when it tilted while sailing through Milford Sound, with pictures and videos revealing the onboard damage and 13 passengers sustaining minor injuries.Â
Passengers Injured as Crown Princess Tilts on Voyage from Sydney to New Zealand
Crown Princess has tilted while sailing in Milford Sound in New Zealand. Heavy weather made the ship rock and led to some objects falling off shelves and flooding of some dining areas.
How Australia could be a winner if Donald Trump takes on cruise
Commerce Secretary of the Trump administration Howard Lutnick commented that cruise lines don’t pay taxes and “this is going to end under Donald Trump”.
These 15 European cities with cruise fees and bans: How will it affect your 2025 voyage
As Europe prepares for its wave season, how will your cruise look with the growing number of cities fighting against ships?