Vaccine requirements: How our readers got the states to change course
The federal government has announced that Covid protocols and vaccination requirements will be repealed for the upcoming wave season.
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Want to save $2500 per month living on a cruise ship? Here’s how
The cost of living in Australia has skyrocketed. But Cruise Passenger has crunched the numbers and found it is cheaper to live on a cruise ship than on dry land.
How this couple saved $600 by crunching the numbers on their drinks package
The eternal debate of whether to purchase a drinks package for your cruise has been given a methodical new angle by a Royal Caribbean couple who carefully mapped their drink spending on a spreadsheet. The couple anonymously posted their results onto a popular Royal Caribbean Facebook page, dissecting all their alcohol consumption on a 12-night … Read more
Sydney set for whirlwind winter with double last years off-season sailing
Sydneysiders aren’t being deterred by the summer coming to a close, with twice as many ships set to sail this off-season compared to last. Those in the industry say this represents a significant milestone in the return of cruise. Port Authority of NSW CEO, Captain Philip Holliday said: “NSW claimed $3.3 billion out of Australia’s … Read more
Carnival bans passenger filmed fishing from their balcony – but he did catch a fish
If you’ve ever stood at your cruise cabin balcony and wondered what would happen if you tossed in a line, you now have an answer. But it comes at a cost. A Carnival cruiser caught in the act by another guest who filmed him reeling in a spotted fish has reportedly been banned for life. … Read more
Less room cleaning and a smaller buffet: How cruise companies are cutting back
If you’ve already taken a cruise after the restart a year ago, you may have noticed a few differences. Cleaning your suite may have been cut to just once a day. The food at the buffet is suddenly less plentiful. And the curtain has come down on some shows in the theatre. What’s going on? … Read more
The best cruise deals for 2023
With major lines discounting, there are some are good deals and magical itineraries on offer, with a host of lines and ships set to navigate our shores throughout 2023. Here are some of the best deals going for next year and if you act quickly you might just find yourself saving big on your dream … Read more
Carnival Cruise Line introduces US$500 fine for rowdy passengers
The “Fun Ship” line Carnival Cruises is threatening unruly cruise passengers with $785 fines for rowdy behaviour following several reports of fights breaking out on international sailings. Carnival has amended its ticket contract to include a fine for “disruptive behaviour” – and confirmed it also applies in Australia. “Disruptive behaviour will not be tolerated and … Read more
Royal Caribbean Price Guarantee: the hack saving cruisers thousands
It’s always a sinking feeling when you see the cruise you’ve just booked, on sale. What many don’t know is that some cruise lines have a program called best price guarantee. This means if the price drops, you can get your initial fare changed to the new price, and save yourself some money. Vigilant cruisers … Read more
