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Australia’s cruise restart could take a major step forward next Wednesday when Health Minister Brad Hazzard sits down for crucial talks with cruise industry chiefs. The meeting, while one of many, is seen as vital. Eighty per cent has often been cited by the federal government as a trigger to restart local cruise sailings. The … Read more
Viking’a new expedition ship will sail one of the most fascinating and dramatic culture changes – from New York to Antarctica. Sailing on the new Viking Octantis, the cruise sails two oceans and visits 10 countries in 41 days. Covering both tropical destinations before Antarctica, the voyage starts from $39,995 per person departing on October … Read more
A number of South Pacific island countries have begun to ban mega ships from entering their waters with Tahiti revealing new restrictions. More than a third of Tahiti’s visitors are from cruise ships, but late in September, the French Polynesian government announced that cruise ships with a capacity greater than 3,500 will be banned from … Read more
Australians may be able to fly overseas and even cruise. And multi-national travel insurance brands do sell policies for multi-night cruises…but not for COVID. Apparently no Australian insurance company can compute the risks – especially since the government has yet to present its plan for the return of cruise. Cover-More actually covers…er…less. But charges more. … Read more
Princess Cruises has announced the return of the Love Boat cruise that will take passengers on a seven-day cruise from the Port of Los Angeles (San Pedro) to the Mexican Riviera. Scheduled to sail on February 26 to March 5, 2022, the cruise will bring together the original cast members of the romantic comedy/drama series … Read more
Follow the sun and explore turquoise seas and idyllic beaches in style with newly recalibrated luxury small ship Le Paul Gauguin. Paul Gauguin Cruises, the South Pacific specialists, has crafted six idyllic itineraries from seven to 16 nights, to explore the wonders of Tahiti, the Society Islands, the Marquesas, Tuamotus, Tonga, the Cook Islands and … Read more
Follow Mother Nature’s Northern Lights and enjoy up to $1400* onboard credit on Hurtigruten Norwegian Coastal Express’ best selling small group escorted voyages for a magical journey to Finland, Estonia and Norway in 2022 and 2023. But hurry, book now as this onboard credit offer ends in two days. Use your $1400 onboard credit to … Read more
Upmarket boutique cruise line Azamara which pioneered the AzAmazing destination immersion experiences, will return to sail in Australian waters in December next year offering a 14-night itinerary to celebrate Christmas and New Year’s Eve in Sydney. The 682-passenger Azamara Quest will offer six sailings in Australia and New Zealand in December 2022. Highlight of the … Read more
Across the world, the cruise industry has been getting back to full swing – Norwegian Cruise Line is returning to the US West Coast, Aurora Expeditions is resuming operations in Antarctica and Viking Cruises have started sailing from Fort Lauderdale for the first time. Royal Caribbean expects to have carried one million passengers by December, … Read more
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.
