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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Australia’s cruise season about to kick off with 63 ships and thousands of cruisers
Australia could be heading for a record-setting cruise season, as dozens of international vessels chart their way to local shores between October and April, and Australians fly overseas.
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Photo of child dangerously close to ship balcony railing sparks child safety debate
A photograph of a young child dangerously close to the edge of cruise ship balcony has been gathering attention on social media.
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Uniworld Expands with New Luxury Ships, Luxury Gold Tours, and Spotlight on India
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises has unveiled a wave of new developments that promise to reshape the way Australians experience luxury travel.
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“I can’t get near a hot tub because there are 25 kids in there almost constantly”
There is a debate amongst cruisers being whether kids should be banned from hot tubs onboard, with them rather being adults only areas.
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Disney Wonder is leaving – her new USA itineraries reveal why
Disney fans remain disappointed as the dust settles over the big news that Disney Cruise Line will be leaving Australia. The news was a significant hit for the Aussie cruise industry and cruise community alike.
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Australia’s cruise decline: Does Japan have the answers on how to get the ships back?
While it’s no big secret that cruise lines have been boosting their inventories in the Caribbean, as well as sailing more itineraries out of California, another region where cruise lines are boosting their presence is in Asia.
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“We have a cruise booked in October and it looks like it will be our last because of the cost of insurance”
The high cost of travel insurance for older people has forced some to stop travelling in their twilight years, and some have found that their insurance fees often cost more than their cruise fare.
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Ports fear loss of business as Royal Caribbean boss says: “If you’re sailing out of the Australian market, you will be going to Lelepa”
Royal Caribbean CEO told Cruise Weekly "if you’re sailing out of the Australian market, you will be going to Lelepa.”
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