New Zealand Celebrity Solstice

NZ cruise a winner after Miami push, with minister claiming some lines are considering a return

Australia and NZ fielded the biggest ever delegation to the world's largest cruise conference in Miami last week. NZ was the winner.

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Aussie cruise visitors to New Zealand plummet 41 per cent in just two years – luring them back won’t be easyย 

The road ahead is looking difficult for New Zealand cruise industry as figures reveal the number of Aussies cruising there dropped from 133,000 to 78,000 in the past two years.

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New Auckland cruise terminal expected to bring 100,000 new cruise guests a year to New Zealand

The new development is part of a $200 million โ€œbig shipsโ€ development project, with the new international cruise terminal set to open from March 2027.

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Carnival Splendor cancels 2027 New Zealand voyage due to mystery charter

Carnival Cruise Line has informed guests that a 2027 cruise on Carnival Splendor has been cancelled after the ship was privately chartered.

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New Zealand goes from anti-cruise to the most welcoming destination in the region

Just three seasons ago, New Zealand was known for its tough biosecurity laws, turning back ships and considering bans on sailing Milford Sound.

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Explore local waters with Norwegian Spirit

Norwegian Spirit is coming back to Australian waters from December 2025 with new itineraries that local cruisers will love. This is where grown up getaways begin.

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Crown Princess in Auckland

The NZ government celebrates Crown Princess arrival – Australia should take note

The Crown Princess has docked at Auckland, marking the start of wave season for New Zealand, and meaning the start of Australia's wave season is only a few days away.

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New Zealand cruise ship

Cruising New Zealand: government admits it’s “vital”, but they’ll need Aussie help to fix a decline in ships

The New Zealand's cruise industry has been hit hard and leaders are trying to find solutions. But the country still needs the help from Australia to fix the decline in ship visitation.

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$300 for paracetamol? Here’s why you need travel insurance

Data from the Southern Cross Travel Insurance (SCTI) sheds light on the incredibly high costs of common claims on cruises.

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