Where cruise lines stand on the Big Debate: should smoking be banned
Should smokers be allowed to light up on board a cruise ship? It’s a big debate among cruisers
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Gratuities are increasing: Where to expect the biggest hikes
Cruise gratuities are increasing. But while Australian holiday-makers might not see the daily charge, it is still absorbed into our fare.
Shock as Princess opts to homeport only two ships in Australia and axes scores of cruises
Princess Cruises, one of Australia’s favourites, has just two ships in Australia in 2025 after cancelling Grand Princess sailings
Australia waves goodbye to the Grand Princess…for now
An Aussie favourite, Grand Princess has bid adieu to Australian shores as it heads to Puerto Rico. While she sadly won’t be here for Australia’s next cruise season, the good news is that she’ll be back.
‘Only two specialty dinners on my 113 day Princess world cruise – is that fair?’
Princess Cruises packages are causing quite a stir among cruises who say they are unfair
Caps to be set on Alaska cruise capacity
Alaska is about to begin a bumper cruise season, however, future seasons aren’t looking quite as promising. From 2026, the major Alaskan port of Juneau will begin to place caps on capacity.
How a tugboat crew saved the Norwegian Prima from a grounding
A report by the Icelandic Transportation Accident Investigation has revealed how a tugboat crew potentially saved the Norwegian Prima from grounding in the port of Reykjavik in Iceland, in May 2023.
Cruise lines may slash NZ port calls over bio rules and fee hikes
CLIA is warning that without action from government, ports and destinations, New Zealand is set to see a steep decline in cruising.
Nine sailings cancelled as Star Princess debut is delayed
The long-awaited debut of the Star Princess, which was set to begin sailing on in July 2025, has been pushed back two months. This delay has led to the cancellation of nine sailings.
