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Seven Seas Prestige, Regent’s first new ship class in 10 years, has floated out ahead of its December 2026 debut. The ultra-luxury ship will host 822 guests, feature all-balcony suites and multiple new dining venues, and sail 13 inaugural voyages across Europe and the Caribbean.
This means the industry generated about $120 million less in economic activity over the 2024/25 season when compared to the 2023/24 season.
Crystal Grace which will debut in 2028 will offer an all-suite luxury ship with wraparound verandas – the first for Crystal.
Princess’ president was quick to support calls for certainty around regulation in the region, saying CLIA’s campaign for a whole-of-government approach could mean more ships.
Ted Lange, beloved mixologist and household name from the series “Love Boat”, was invited to commemorate 50 years of Princess Cruises.
Discovery Princess, the newest and largest ship ever deployed by Princess Cruises in Australian waters, sailed through the Heads into Sydney Harbour this morning to begin her much-anticipated inaugural season Down Under. The 145,000-ton Royal-class vessel, which first launched in 2022, marks a milestone moment not just for the line, but for the Australian cruise … Read more
The launch of the company’s first vessel has been delayed by two months, and will now set sail for the first time in March 2026.
The French senate has voted to pass an AUD$26 tax per port per passenger for cruise ships in France.
Smoking areas and the enforcement of them has always been a big debate amongst cruisers, but in recent years, due to the rise of vaping, this debate has taken a new turn.
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.
