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French luxury company Ponant has been ordered to pay NZ$70,000 in fines after L’Austral entered into a prohibited zone in the remote New Zealand Subantarctic Islands early last year. The ships’ captain, Regis Daumesnil was also fined $30,000 by the Wellington District Court after New Zealand’s Department of Conservation and Maritime brought charges against the … Read more
Viking’s newest ocean ship, Viking Orion, is on her way to Australia – and local cruisers couldn’t be more delighted. According to the ship’s General Manager Marcel Gademan, Australians are already Orion’s second biggest market for cruises in the region. Few cabins remain for her first Australian season. And half those who have booked for … Read more
In the build-up to a new ship launch, it’s all too easy to wonder whether the final result will match the hype. Having toured Celebrity Edge in the STX France shipyard, though, and seen the 117,000-ton, US$1bn ship just weeks from launch, I reckon it’s going to be even better than promised. Edge isn’t short … Read more
It’s a big year for 2019, with 21 ships on order for 2019. Everything from mega ships, to smaller boutique ocean vessels, these are some of the cool features you can find onboard. So if you’re cruising on one of these ships in 2019, be sure to check it out. 1. Magic Carpet on Celebrity … Read more
Crystal Cruises has released the first look at their new Diamond Class ships, that are set to join the fleet in 2022. The ships can accommodate around 800 passengers and will be  furnished with luxury design elements and amenities, in line with other cruises in the fleet, Crystal Symphony and Crystal Serenity. The new ship … Read more
The Galapagos-bound ship underwent a week long makeover which included a number of upgrades to accommodation and public areas. Celebrity Xpedition has made her stylish return to service on September 23, 2018, with an array of enhancements across the 100-guest ship. The ship has new staterooms, lounges, and restaurants, as well as faster and more … Read more
Luxury cruise brand Cunard has unveiled its 2020 programme where their fleet will sail to a total of 110 destinations in 34 different countries, including eight maiden calls. “Summer 2020 is another exciting time for Cunard filled with inspiring destinations for our guests. This programme has been designed to offer our guests more freedom and … Read more
In two weeks, Royal Caribbean will be commencing their wave season when Radiance of the Seas returns to Australia on October 6. The line’s sister brands, Celebrity Cruises and Azamara Club Cruises will also be returning for another bumper season, with some spectacular highlights. It will be Ovation of the Seas longest season ever, Celebrity … Read more
One of Australia’s favourite cruise brands, Princess Cruises, today revealed its 2020 winter program with two world cruises on two ships, visiting a total number of 90 destinations. The 2019 Princess World Cruise has already sold out, with some suite categories selling out within the day. The 2020 World Cruise will be on sale for … Read more
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.
