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“We were treated like criminals”: 100+ crew members deported from Carnival Cruise Line

The highly publicised deportations of immigrants in the United States are now being felt in the cruise industry as well.

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Juneau could introduce a new summer sales tax – could this affect your cruise?

The small Alaskan town of Juneau is continuing to find better ways to manage the huge flow of cruise ship traffic that it sees each summer. 

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Princess Cruises Premier and Plus Packages now 30% more expensive

Princess Plus and Princess Premier, the two opt-in packages on Princess sailings have become a popular option for Princess cruisers. 

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Discovery Princess is coming to Australia – itineraries, hidden gems and where to go

This summer, Aussie cruisers will be treated to the Discovery Princess, which is set to visit Australia for its first and only season. 

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Peak body calls for big ship ban and daily berthing limits in Tasmania

Revealed: How Regional cities are hardest hit by Australia’s cruise capacity decline in 2025/26

Cruise Passenger has thoroughly reported the decline in Australia cruise numbers, with the industry losing around 35% of cruise capacity over three years.

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“After 35 cruises on Carnival our next cruise will most likely be our last.”

Cruise passengers, especially Cruise Passenger readers always have plenty to say about what’s going on with Australian cruise, and in the broader cruise community.

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I’m one of the first onboard Oceania Allura – here’s a look inside

Oceania Allura doesn't just look gorgeous, but the quality look and style of the build shows that nothing has been overlooked.

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Australians join the rush to buy the world’s most expensive cruise ship suite

Australians have joined the world-wide rush to book Regent Seven Seas Prestige, Regent Seven Seas Cruises new ships which has the world’s largest suite.

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How Vanuatu has come back after a devastating earthquake

New Zealand is a favourite destination for Aussie cruisers, and it’s not hard to see why. The port towns are packed with culture, history, and stunning scenery.

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