Australia can’t afford to lose the cruise industry – it’s time Canberra took notice
Last month, the New Zealand Cruise Association proudly published a joint communication about the importance of the cruise industry to the country’s economy. It mentioned the hard work of those involved and pledged joint work to help foster a sustainable cruise industry into the future. What really stood out about this piece of work were ... Read more
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“Mum died alone” – Daughter of deceased cruise passenger speaks out as authorities launch investigation
An 80-year old woman has tragically died on Lizard Island in the Great Barrier Reef, which she was visiting as part of her Coral Expeditions cruise.
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Australia’s cruise industry presses for federal changes as figures show $1 billion loss
Figures from CLIA, the cruise lines international association reveal that Australia lost $1.11 billion in total economic impact from cruising in 2024/25 season when compared to the 2023/24 season.
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The trade war comes to cruise as American lines cancel China port calls
With China and the USA engaging in a well publicised trade war, we’re now seeing the effects bubble over into cruise.Â
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Celebrity Xcels towards an Xciting future as major steps revealed
Celebrity Cruises has now taken delivery of the new Celebrity Xcel, a month before it starts cruising around the Caribbean.
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Is Crown Princess Australia’s favourite ship? She has already sold out 21 cruises this season
Crown is 2/3rds sold out - some say her success is due to itineraries out of different Australian regions, including Adelaide, Hobart and Melbourne.
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“If parents can’t control their kids behaviour then they should be punished too”
In Your Say, Cruise Passenger looks at the issues our readers are writing to us about on our blogs, posts and newsletters.Â
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Viking sails past major milestone with nine new river ships
Viking has sailed past a major milestone, now boasting over 100 ships across its fleet with the introduction of nine new river ships.
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Royal Caribbean confirms the four ships sailing Alaska in 2027
Anthem of the Seas, Quantum of the Seas, Serenade of the Seas and Voyager of the Seas will head to The Last Frontier.
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