Teresa Ooi 
Australia’s cruise industry faced another setback when the government extended its ban on international cruise ships for another three months to September 17. But the lines are set to use a top medical expert to try and change Canberra’s mind. Health Minister Greg Hunt confirmed that the human biosecurity emergency period, which has been in … Read more
Australian-flagged Coral Expeditions, the three-ship line that has been sailing without incident since November, has unveiled a comprehensive domestic sailing schedule for 2022 with additional coastal wilderness itineraries to replace international cruises because of the continuing uncertainty over the opening of border restrictions. Coral Expeditions has also opened bookings for its April to September Kimberley … Read more
The White Continent is a destination that will take your breath away – again and again. The beauty of Antarctica is unprecedented. With expansive snow-capped landscape extending as far as the eye can see, you will watch in awe the moving giant icebergs and glaciers. Antarctica is also teeming with staggering wildlife from penguins, seals, … Read more
Thirty-five years ago, Andrew Lloyd-Webber’s Phantom of the Opera opened in London’s West End to a roaring success. Now you can relive the famous musical in your own harbour-side backyard, the iconic Sydney Opera House. Watch unfold the tragic love story of the deformed genius, The Phantom and his angel of music, Christine Daae, the … Read more
More cruisers are ready to set sail again, with 37 per cent of Cruise Passenger readers saying they want to sail as soon as the Australian Government allows the resumption of domestic cruising. This is seven per cent more than last month, when only 30 per cent said they were ready to sail. Another 30 … Read more
Listen to the powerful voices of singing sensations Jessica Mauboy and Dami Im as they belt their hearts out in the remote and mesmerising setting of Ayers Rock. You will also savour a gastronomic Sounds of Silence dinner overlooking the magical Red Centre accompanied by the gentle sounds of the didgeridoo. You can even take … Read more
Nothing compares to the Antarctica. When you explore the white continent covered with ice at least 1.6km thick, you will be blown away by the sight of penguins, whales and seals, frolicking in their natural habitat. It is an experience you will never forget. Now Hurtigruten Expeditions, the world’s leader in expedition cruises which has … Read more
P&O Cruises is replacing all international itineraries with domestic cruises in the last quarter of 2021 because of the “continued uncertainty” over the opening of borders. As small ship operators continue to battle to get a Kimberley season started, Australia’s best known homeported brand announced it is switching its fleet to Aussie only routes – … Read more
Nothing like a getaway to exciting Sydney to take in the best of what the Emerald City can offer plus the ethereal beauty of the Blue Mountains and tickets to the award-winning musical Hamilton. The five-night getaway will also include a captivating harbour cruise to experience the contemporary light, sound and arts display of the … 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.
