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Cruise lines expressed disappointment today after Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs issued a warning that disruptions caused by closed ports and changed itineraries stemming from fears of coronavirus made foreign cruising a risk. The department suggest Australians with underlying health concerns may want to reconsider taking foreign cruising. Carnival Australia, which sails year-round in Australia … Read more

It’s a thorny issue – and one that is holding up long-term bookings for many cruise lines. You want to take advantage of a bargain price – but what happens if circumstances change? In today’s world of travel, something just might. Some cruise lines are being sympathetic. Others not quite so helpful. The trouble is, … Read more

Shelley has 30 years experience ensuring that, when her clients set out on their holidays, they get the perfect cruise for them. She’s even worked for both Princess Cruises and Cunard aboard their ships. Shelley is just one of the knowledgeable agents that mark out Travel Associates from the rest. And she is not alone. … Read more

Cruise lines are implementing enhanced protocols for guests and crew from March 3, expanding the list of banned countries and enforcing stricter pre-boarding screening. Many of them have followed CLIA’s advisory but individual lines also have additional measures introduced. Boarding will be denied to all persons who have within 14 days before embarkation travelled from, … Read more