Update: Luminosa docks at Brisbane port but Cyclone Alfred forces P&O to cancel final voyage

a large cruise ship in the water

With Cyclone Alfred already triggering power outages and evacuations along the East Coast, the Cyclone has thrown the cruise industry into disarray. From passengers stuck on shore wondering if their cruise is going to happen, to others calmly circling the seas after being told their cruise has been extended without cost, it’s chaos from all angles.

Australia’s record cruise season kicks off with Carnival Splendor and crowd of spectators

Carnival Splendor arriving in Sydney to help kick off the 2024/25 wave season

Carnival Splendor arrived in Sydney this morning at the start of Australia’s seven-month wave season – one that will see a new record and some poignant departures. The Carnival Splendor will be among vessels taking over the P&O Australia mantle when the brand is closed down in February. Carnival Cruises has been amping up the brand … Read more

Carnival Australia boss says industry needs to come together to find third Sydney cruise terminal

This cruiser saved $1800 off her fare with price guarantees: Here's her secret

In a warning about competitor cruise lines trying to get their vessels better mooring positions in sought-after Sydney Harbour, Carnival Australia President, Marguerite Fitzgerald said: “The cruise capacity problem will only be resolved if all the stakeholders come together for a serious discussion, not by ships jostling for position. “It’s time for a conversation about … Read more