CLIA and Dubrovnik venture to battle overtourism

A cruise ship enters the historic city of Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik, another city which has been swamped with tourists in recent years, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Cruise Lines International Association to work together to preserve the historic destination. As growing concerns over overtourism hit other cities like Barcelona in Spain and Venice in Italy, the Croatian government is taking the initiative … Read more

Princess Cruises opens its first water park

Princess Cruises Caribbean and Panama Canal

Princess Cruises, the premium line renowned for its lack of waterparks, has opened its first waterpark on the Caribbean Princess. The Caribbean Princess has been updated over the last few years with features that cater to families such as accommodation, dining experiences and entertainment offerings. The Reef Family Splash Zone is the newest family attraction. … Read more

CMV launches three themed cruises including one for gin lovers

New Australian ports and two-for-one offer in CMV’s 2020/21 season highlights

Cruise & Maritime Voyages is introducing three themed cruises for its upcoming Australian season, including a gin-themed cruise, collaboration with Fringe World as well as a Military History Cruise. The themed cruises will take place on board CMV’s newest 1,220-passenger ship, Vasco da Gama.  “We look forward to welcoming our guests onto Vasco da Gama … Read more

Norwegian Cruise Line launches 2019/22 Worldwide Cruising Guide

Norwegian Jewel makes triumphant entrance into Sydney

The line has released an ultimate guide to their 2019 to 2022 sailings around the world in a Worldwide Cruising Guide, featuring new itineraries, information on fleet upgrades and the NCL onboard experience and more. The guide takes you through the dining, entertainment, amenity and accommodation aboard NCL and also includes an overview of destinations … Read more

“A million things that could have been done”: grieving mother lays blame on Royal Caribbean

Mother of Chloe Wiegand will sue Royal Caribbean

The mother of the toddler who fell 11 floors from Royal Caribbean’s Freedom of the Seas said she plans to sue the cruise line in an interview, which was broadcasted on America’s NBC “Today” show. Kimberley Wiegand said that there are “a million things” the cruise company could have done to prevent the death of her … Read more

Is this the most luxurious Australian cruise circumnavigation?

Silver Muse

Silversea has just launched its new Grand Voyages collection, and it includes an amazing circumnavigation of Australia lasting 51 days. It will feature 30 ports in three countries departing Sydney on 31 October to 20 December  2020. Silver Muse will travel from Australia to New Zealand, plus the isles of Indonesia whilst visiting 30 different ports of … Read more

Another blow to Sydney’s second cruise terminal

Sydney cruise ship terminal

The cruise industry’s attempts to persuade the state government to start the long journey towards a second terminal at Botany Bay received another set back this week when Bayside Council passed a motion restating its strong opposition to the project. Australia’s cruise growth figures have suffered for two years running because NSW Ports have only … Read more

Washy Washy goes green aboard Carnival Spirit

Washy Washy goes green aboard Carnival Spirit

The Washy Washy song is about to get a new, environmental twist. Carnival Cruise Line Australia has linked up with a charity group to recycle used soap bars so they can help disadvantaged kids fight disease. A new partnership with Soap Aid aims to collect, sanitise, melt down and reprocess tons of discarded soap bars each year … Read more