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Princess Cruises President says more ships may come but government dodges cruise talks

Cruise Passenger has been reporting for years on an incoming cruise crisis in Australia, with fewer cruise ships arriving to our shores and therefore less economic benefit to Aussies.

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A man died on a cruise ship after 33 drinks – should drinks packages have daily limits?

Cruise Passenger readers always have plenty to say about whatโ€™s going on in Australian cruise, and in the broader cruise community.

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Oceania Riviera arrives for landmark five-month Australian debut with one sailing left

James Sitters, Vice President Sales Australia and New Zealand, has suggested a first season success just might lead to more Oceania vessels.

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Regent Seven Seas Prestige floats out from dry dock in Italy

Seven Seas Prestige, Regentโ€™s first new ship class in 10 years, has floated out ahead of its December 2026 debut. The ultra-luxury ship will host 822 guests, feature all-balcony suites and multiple new dining venues, and sail 13 inaugural voyages across Europe and the Caribbean.

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NZ cruise industry records $120 million loss – is the problem across the ditch?

This means the industry generated about $120 million less in economic activity over the 2024/25 season when compared to the 2023/24 season.

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Crystal Grace to debut in 2028 will feature an all-suite luxury ship with wraparound verandas

Crystal Grace which will debut in 2028 will offer an all-suite luxury ship with wraparound verandas โ€“ the first for Crystal.

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Exclusive: “Certainty” would mean more ships for Australia, says Princess Cruises President

Princess' president was quick to support calls for certainty around regulation in the region, saying CLIA's campaign for a whole-of-government approach could mean more ships.

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Love Boat barman celebrates 50 years of Princess Cruises in Australia

Ted Lange, beloved mixologist and household name from the series "Love Boat", was invited to commemorate 50 years of Princess Cruises.

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Discovery Princess arrives in Sydney

Discovery Princess arrives in Sydney to celebrate 50 years of Princess sailings

Discovery Princess, the newest and largest ship ever deployed by Princess Cruises in Australian ... Read more

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Four Seasons $5000 per night luxury yacht heads to sea trials

The launch of the company's first vessel has been delayed by two months, and will now set sail for the first time in March 2026.

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