Cruise lines sailing out of the Port of Melbourne, which last week drove Cunard and Princess ships to halt port stops, are considering how to cope with the rises.
Quantum of the Seas passengers were left stranded portside in Brisbane after being denied a cabin after their eight-night South Pacific cruise was overbooked.
Luxury expedition line Ponant has unveiled its 2024-25 sailing season for the Relais & Chateaux, three-mast sailing yacht, Le Ponant taking well-heeled guests to exquisite destinations in the Mediterranean, Caribbean and Cape Verde.
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.