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Named after the legendary French polar explorer and scientist, Jean-Baptiste Charcot, French line has launched the world’s first PC2 luxury hybrid-electric polar exploration ship, Le Commandant-Charcot in Le Havre, France last week. The revolutionary adventure ship will take 270 guests to some of the world’s most isolated and previously inaccessible polar destinations on the planet … Read more
Oceania Cruises has unveiled its European and North American voyages for 2023. Sailing on seven ships, there are 179 itineraries which call at more than 260 ports. Charting the alluring coastlines of the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, the Baltic and Scandinavia, Alaska, Canada, and the Colonial Americas visit cities, off-the-beaten-path villages and natural wonders. “These new voyages … Read more
Anyone looking to cruise to New Zealand this season is out of luck – there are no plans to resume cruising into New Zealand until late next year at the earliest.  Cruising will not resume into New Zealand until the nation has achieved its 90 per cent vaccination rate, which is well above Australia’s target … Read more
NSW has experienced a political upheaval in the wake of Gladys Berejiklian’s departure from government. However, early signs are pointing towards the new leadership being good news for the cruise industry. Last month, Dominic Perrotett, at the time the treasurer of NSW, said, “It doesn’t make sense when we open our international borders for people … Read more
With international travel is set to be back next month, cruise lines can’t wait to get you back on board. And they are offering some strong incentives, with special prices and added value. Elizabeth Clarke, manager of The Cruise Centre offered some guidance on where to look and what to buy. “All of the cruise … Read more
Last week’s Cruise Passenger story quoting expert predictions that we’d sail in foreign waters before our own caused a major debate, with Cruise Lines International Association Australasia condemning the government for its inactivity. But 0ne cruise hub is already preparing to welcome Australians as soon as it is able: Singapore has plans to incentivise Aussie … Read more
Royal Caribbean Group Chairman and CEO Richard Fain said in a new video this week that the group has carried one million passengers worldwide since the restart and highlighted the few COVID cases that occurred on its vessels. “We wanted to show in a tangible way how safe and healthy cruising is. We’re doing that … Read more
It is the world’s first. Soon you will be able to host wedding receptions, sip chilled champagne at cocktail parties and dine like King Neptune – all under water in a submersible Triton Submarine. And if you fancy having a remedial massage and special spa treatment – just step below into an underwater world where … Read more
As Australia prepares to open its borders, cruise fans are pinning their hopes on a local restart in early February 2022 as both state and federal government officials focus first on local and international tourism first. Federal and state leaders are expected to announce tentative timelines for international travel today. And cruise industry leaders believe … 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.
