Tallis Boerne Marcus 
Despite tumbles and turns along the way, 2022 marked a victorious year for cruise. Not only cruising return to Australian shores, but those all over the industry have been reporting unprecedented demand and high customer satisfaction. President of Carnival Australia and P&O Cruises Australia Marguerite Fitzgerald says for Carnival cruises, it’s been a pleasure to … Read more
With major lines discounting, there are some are good deals and magical itineraries on offer, with a host of lines and ships set to navigate our shores throughout 2023. Here are some of the best deals going for next year and if you act quickly you might just find yourself saving big on your dream … Read more
A 23 year-old woman’s body has been recovered after falling off a cruise ship in South Australia. The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) confirmed the body was found near Cape Jaffa around 7am on Wednesday December 14, following her falling Pacific Explorer. Crew members were reportedly informed of the missing passenger at about 11:30pm Tuesday, … Read more
With 10,598 cruise passengers arriving in Sydney in every bed was taken on Celebrity Eclipse, Quantum of the Seas, Pacific Adventure and Viking Orion, today should have been cause for celebration. The number of ships underscore that cruise is back. However, false news reports once again made it a day of confusion for the cruise community, … Read more
Coral Expeditions will launch a new voyage to the Sub-Antarctic, set to depart on January 31, 2024 onboard Coral Geographer. Coral Expedition Commercial Director Jeff Gillies says the itinerary is truly unique and immersive. “It is a true sub-Antarctic trip that gives our guests a taste of the unique topography, rugged wildlife and lonely history … Read more
James Michael Grimes fell off a Carnival Cruise ship last week off the Gulf of Mexico, however, he lives to tell his extraordinary tale. The 28-year-old was on Carnival Valor with 18 family members, all set to celebrate Thanksgiving, when Mr Grimes went to use a restroom at around 11pm and never returned. An estimated … Read more
Oceania Cruises has announced a Grand Voyage itinerary, set to start sailing in October 2023 for 33 days from Venice to Barcelona. Marina will take guests across the Mediterranean, with a focus on immersion in the region with 28 unique ports across the journey. If you can’t quite spare yourself 33 days, you can also … Read more
In week that has seen a Cunard ship turned away from Indonesia and a Princess ship switch from Newcastle to Melbourne, Covid continues to plague the cruise industry’s attempts to return to normality. Inconsistent government policies mean itineraries are being changed last minute, port-to-home transport is being cancelled and Covid-positive passengers are being kept onboard … Read more
Sydney is fast becoming a luxury hotel lover’s dream with high-end brands stamping their mark on the city with their new openings, writes Tallis Boerne Marcus. As more and more premium hotels grace Sydney’s skyline, it’s clear the city is shaping up as one of the world’s best destinations for a luxury hotel stay. With … Read more