New Zealand government ignores industry cries and adds new border clearance fees for cruise ships
The New Zealand government has passed increased border processing levies for cruise ships despite the frantic pleas of the industry.
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“That’s heroism” – Off duty firefighter makes amazing cruise ship rescue
Rory Foy was taking a break from his usual heroics of being a firefighter, enjoying a cruise going through Honduras. However, his break from heroics was short lived, after a passenger fell overboard.
Carnival’s new itineraries snub Victoria, South Australia and Western Australia
Carnival Cruise Line Australia’s announcement of its 2026/27 local season has cruisers fuming after the line revealed it would be snubbing regional areas and major ports like Melbourne, Adelaide, and Perth.
Initial votes of Juneau’s ship free Saturdays favour cruise
The Alaskan town of Juneau has voted to continue to see cruise ships on Saturdays, with no limits.
Passengers rejoice as Ville Vie residential ship hits the open seas…but not for long
The latest saga of a residential cruise ship, Villa Vie promising an affordable life at sea has taken the best possible twist, it’s hit the open ocean.
Ville Vie residential ship is finally en route to her first destination
In our rolling coverage of the calamitous cruise ship, we’re thrilled to report that she’s finally on her way.
Cruise couple who found love after being stranded by Villa Vie
This couple is trapped in Belfast, yet they couldn’t possibly be happier.
Small Alaskan town to vote on no-cruise Saturdays – now Royal Caribbean threatens lawsuit
On October 1, the City of Juneau will vote on whether to pass a proposal known as “ship-free Saturdays”. Is this fair on cruise?
Small ports and regional cruisers lose out in Carnival itineraries without P&O
Carnival Australia is set to release its 2026/27 itineraries this month – the first which will take into account two ships from P&O Cruises Australia, which will be transferred by the beginning of the year