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.
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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.
How you could save $30 per day by cruising from Singapore versus Sydney
Regular Royal Caribbean cruiser Chris Murphy tried a cruise out of Singapore on Spectrum of the Seas. And he was taken aback by some of the stark differences to cruising in Australia.
Exclusive: Cruise lines cut ships to Australia despite demand boom
Australia’s cruise boom is in danger thanks to high costs and regulations with capacity reportedly 15% downÂ
P&O Cruises increases the price of their drinks package offerings
P&O Cruises have tweaked their drinks package offerings which will include things like bubble tea and non-alcoholic spirits.
Cruisers are getting younger as Gen Z and Millennials take to the seas
According to Cruise Lines International Association, across 2023 the average age of an Australian Cruiser was 48.4, down from 50.4 in 2019.
Princess changes their dining rules: when will you eat?
Princess Cruises has announced a change in their dining structure. And the changes will apply across the entire fleet after testing on the new Sun Princess.
How to use the new Qantas Points system – a cruisers’ guide
Qantas has announced some major shake ups to its frequent flyer program. Here’s how to use it for your next cruise.
5 new things Anthem of the Seas brings to Australia
Cruise Passenger was the first to break the news last week that Anthem of the Seas and Voyager of the Seas are on their way to Australia in 2025/2026.
