Aurora Douglas Mawson

Aurora Expeditionsโ€™ ice-christened flagship brings Aussie spirit back to the seas

Aurora Expeditions made maritime history on Sydney Harbour as it unveiled its newest ship, the Douglas Mawson, in a ceremony as unconventional and proudly Australian as the company behind it.

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Douglas Mawson Sydney Harbour

Aurora Expeditions’ Douglas Mawson sails into Sydney to mark a new era of adventure

This morning, the brand-new Aurora Expeditions ship, Douglas Mawson, made her Australian debut in Sydney Harbour.

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Sylvia Earle in Italy

Aurora Expeditions unveil 21 amazing voyages across 22 countries in 2027

Aurora Expeditions has unveiled 21 amazing voyages across 22 countries for 2027.

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Tasmania in all of its glory

Retiree Dylan Evans wins a 12-night cruise for two, valued at $34,790 incl. airfare credit

Escape to the untamed beauty of Tasmania's coastline aboard a brand new adventure ship from the line founded by Australians.

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Oceania Cruises Allura Pool

The new cruise ships launching in 2025

On average, the worldโ€™s top cruise companies acquire or add one newly built ship every two to four years.

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Jane Archer on her expedition cruise with Aurora Expeditions

How I converted my husband to become an expedition cruiser

โ€œWhy would I want to go somewhere cold,โ€ has been my hubby Markโ€™s stock ... Read more

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Aurora adds third vessel, Douglas Mawson, to its fleetย 

Australian-owned expedition travel company Aurora Expeditions welcomes third purpose-built small expedition ship, Douglas Mawson, to its fleet.ย 

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Cruise ship enters the Miraflores lock in the Panama Canal

Panama Canal low water levels force cruise cancellations: What travellers need to know

Low water levels in the Panama Canal disrupt cruise itineraries, impacting global sea trade and travellers' plans. Stay informed for updates.

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Gina Chick as guest speaker

Gina Chick joins Aurora Expeditions in Antarctica

Alone Australia winner Gina Chick, who survived 67 days in the Tasmanian wilderness to take home $250,000, joins Aurora Expeditions.

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