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Cunard has announced the launch of ‘Sea Views’, a photography exhibition that will draw from the great captures of the luxury cruise line’s archives. The exhibition celebrates two different 100-year anniversaries, with this year marking a century since Cunard introduced an onboard photographer to their cruises and the line’s first ever round the world cruise. … Read more
Viking has bestowed its newest ocean ship with the name Viking Neptune, at a ceremony in Los Angeles. The ships godmother Nicole Stott is a now-retired NASA astronaut, aquanaut and artist, honoured tradition by offering her blessings and well-wishes for the new vessel. Torstein Hagen, Chairman of Viking said: “Today is a proud day for the … Read more
Cruise line Holland America says that it’s basing its future scheduling around longer cruises and more interesting destinations. The proof is already in the pudding, with two ships leaving from Florida this week, one on a 74-night circumnavigation of South America and the other a 128-night epic cruise with stops all around the night. Although, … Read more
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
She's the most specious ship yet from luxury line Oceania Cruises. James Sitters tells Rose Kelly and Peter Lynch what's on board the new class of ship, including restaurants, spas and suites.
