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

Another milestone for the return of cruising as The Pacific Adventure meets Pacific Explorer

Another milestone for the return of cruising as The Pacific Adventure meets Pacific Explorer

Sydney Harbour saw a return to its busiest today with the Carnival Splendor leaving on its first cruise, and Pacific Explorer and the all-new Pacific Adventure passing at Fort Denison. Both Explorer and Adventure sounded their horns as they swapped places on the harbour in what promises to be a big cruise season. See the … Read more

Dr Seuss versus Mickey Mouse – who will you choose to cruise with?

Battle of the fun ships: A Disney Cruise Line and Carnival Cruise Line comparison

Itโ€™s a case of Dr Seuss versus Mickey and Minnie Mouse. Who will win in this battle for the hearts, minds and wallets of Aussie families with kids looking for a cruise holiday at sea? Adolfo Perez, Carnivalโ€™s SVP of global sales and trade marketing shrugged off stiff competition from Disney Cruise Line which is … Read more