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Azamara’s crocodile excursion in 2016

Azamara Cruises, popular amongst cruisers for immersion experiences, has added crocodile watch excursion as a new offering in 2016. The excursion is part of the itinerary of a 14 night Bali and Barrier Reef Voyage […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Dec 7 2015
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Pacific Aria’s maiden call to Cairns

P&O Cruises latest ship Pacific Aria is on her maiden call to Cairns. Fresh from a sparkling five ship spectacular ceremony in Sydney, Pacific Aria is currently docked at the Cairns Cruise Liner Terminal. The […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Dec 4 2015
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Princess Cruises brings new chocolate journeys in 2016

Princess Cruises in collaboration with acclaimed master chocolatier Chef Norman Love has announced new additions to its chocolate menu in 2016. “We’re delighted to continue our partnership with one of the most decorated chocolatiers in […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Dec 3 2015
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Australia’s cruise growth is impressive

The global cruise industry is celebrating a phenomenal growth record, courtesy a report by Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) titled 2016 State of the Cruise Industry Outlook. Nearly 24 million passengers will be sailing in […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Dec 2 2015
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Legend of the Seas arrives Down Under

At 70,000 tones, Legend of the Seas is one of Royal Caribbean’s largest ships to navigate the Brisbane River and dock at Portside Wharf, Hamilton. For five months, the ship will be on 15 itineraries in Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Dec 2 2015
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Explorer of the Seas arrives in Sydney

A historic passing on Sydney harbour tonight signalled the beginning of Royal Caribbean International’s Explorer of the Seas’ residence in Sydney. There were fog horns and fire ships as Explorer’s fellow Sydneysider, Voyager of the […]

WORDS BY Peter Lynch . Nov 28 2015
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P&O’s final concerts during the 5 Ship Spectacular

All five P&O ships departed Sydney Harbour on Wednesday night with special performances from Jessica Mauboy, The Veronicas, Justice Crew, Samantha Jade and Stan Walker. There was also a spectacular fireworks display with guests onboard […]

WORDS BY Bernadette Chua . Nov 27 2015
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Cruise Passenger top 10 deals

With the holiday season in full swing, we have found some great deals for ocean, river as well as fly and cruise deals. Ocean P&O’s hot deal means you and a partner will sail for […]

WORDS BY Bernadette Chua . Nov 27 2015
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It’s a whole new era for P&O

After months of anticipation, the big unveiling of P&O’s new ships  this week showed cruisers that the line is heading for a whole new era. It’s a world away from the buffet, bingo and sun […]

WORDS BY Bernadette Chua . Nov 27 2015
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Aussie mum and daughter rescued from Le Boreal

An Australian mother and daughter were aboard the Ponant ship Le Boreal when they were forced to abandon the vessel due to an engine fire last week. The British RAF came to the rescue of […]

WORDS BY Peter Lynch . Nov 27 2015
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Pacific Aria & Pacific Eden join the fleet

Cruise Passenger was on hand for the launch of P&O’s newest ships, Pacific Aria and Pacific Eden, at Sydney’s Fort Denison this morning. Here are some more of our exclusive images.

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Nov 25 2015
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See P&O’s five ship fleet sail into Sydney Harbour for the first time

P&O’s five ship fleet – with new members Pacific Aria and Pacific Eden – sailed into Sydney Harbour in formation this morning just as dawn was breaking. Check out the amazing video!

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Nov 25 2015
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