
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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“We were treated like criminals”: 100+ crew members deported from Carnival Cruise Line
The highly publicised deportations of immigrants in the United States are now being felt in the cruise industry as well.
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Juneau could introduce a new summer sales tax – could this affect your cruise?
The small Alaskan town of Juneau is continuing to find better ways to manage the huge flow of cruise ship traffic that it sees each summer.
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Princess Cruises Premier and Plus Packages now 30% more expensive
Princess Plus and Princess Premier, the two opt-in packages on Princess sailings have become a popular option for Princess cruisers.
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Discovery Princess is coming to Australia – itineraries, hidden gems and where to go
This summer, Aussie cruisers will be treated to the Discovery Princess, which is set to visit Australia for its first and only season.
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Revealed: How Regional cities are hardest hit by Australia’s cruise capacity decline in 2025/26
Cruise Passenger has thoroughly reported the decline in Australia cruise numbers, with the industry losing around 35% of cruise capacity over three years.
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“After 35 cruises on Carnival our next cruise will most likely be our last.”
Cruise passengers, especially Cruise Passenger readers always have plenty to say about what’s going on with Australian cruise, and in the broader cruise community.
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I’m one of the first onboard Oceania Allura – here’s a look inside
Oceania Allura doesn't just look gorgeous, but the quality look and style of the build shows that nothing has been overlooked.
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Australians join the rush to buy the world’s most expensive cruise ship suite
Australians have joined the world-wide rush to book Regent Seven Seas Prestige, Regent Seven Seas Cruises new ships which has the world’s largest suite.
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