Holland America’s Westerdam emerges from drydock
Some of the enhancements include the renovated Effy Lounge, a redesigned Crow’s Nest, additional Ocean View staterooms and more.
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Disney’s biggest ever ship is about to arrive in Singapore – here’s why Aussies are booking
It appears many will be heading to Singapore, where Disney Adventure will homeport year round.
Ponant Explorations unveils 40 themed cruises focusing on art, music, food and wellness
Ponant Explorations has unveiled 40 themed voyages focusing on art, music, gastronomy and wellness for 2026/2027.
Here’s what cruise lines do to tame the behaviour of children onboard – is it enough?
One topic that never quite goes away in the cruising world is that of kids and their behaviour on ships.Â
Norwegian Cruise Line opens bookings for the line’s biggest ship Norwegian Aura
Norwegian Aura, NCL’s biggest and newest ship, is officially open for bookings. The ship will begin sailing homeporting out of Miami in June 2027.
Carnival lashes Maritime Union as Carnival Adventure sails into Melbourne amid protests
The MUA, or Maritime Union Australia, has been extremely vocal in recent weeks about what they are calling exploitation of cruise ship workers.
“We cruise because I don’t have to cook and clean the whole time” – why younger Aussies are cruising
Demand for cruises continues to increase in popularity, but now younger Australians are looking to cruise for their next holiday.
Silversea’s S.A.L.T. kitchen and bar have been added to newly refurbished Silver Muse
Silver Muse has been given a major makeover with the addition of Silversea’s signature  S.A.L.T culinary kitchen and bar.
Royal Caribbean expands its loyalty program as Carnival’s plan continues to cause pain
Royal Caribbean has officially announced its new Points Choice program, which will begin on January 30.Â
