A passenger claims he was kicked off Norwegian Breakaway after making discourteous comments to a crew member in a heated argument over reservations. Robert Gaines and his wife were left stranded on a Caribbean island and they had to figure out how they were going to get home. The incident occurred in the first few … Read more
Once, sailing solo meant a passenger had to pay two fares, making holidays at sea hugely expensive. But thanks to rising demand, more lines are offering solo cabins and single supplement deals. Considering a cruise on your own? Cruise Passenger has found the best single supplement offers for 2019 to 2021, so you can start … Read more
Sometimes it’s a coloured card hanging from your lanyard. Sometimes, it’s the invitation to the exclusive captain’s cocktail. Cruise lines are always looking for ways to reward their most loyal cruisers. But how do they match up? Cruise Passenger has been immersed in the perks and privileges offered by loyalty programs. We found similar perks … Read more
When Royal Caribbean’s Voyager of the Seas returns to Australia for the 2019/20 wave season, she’ll be sporting a different outfit. She’ll be decked out with new rides and activities like the SkyPad, a simulated trampoline ride, new waterslides and much more. If you’ve cruised aboard Voyager of the Seas and think you’ve done it … Read more
Fresh from undergoing a US$50 million facelift, Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Joy is making her way to Alaska for her inaugural season. Originally designed for the Chinese cruise market, Norwegian Joy initially called Shanghai and Beijing (Tianjin) home when she debuted in 2017. Joy will now be homeported in North America – in Alaska for … Read more
“It’s never too early for a cocktail.” Thank Sir Noel Coward for this advice – now you have the perfect excuse to indulge while you’re on vacation. Cruise lines don’t need an excuse. They have been putting passengers in vacation mode for years with superstar mixologists, themed bars, specialty cocktails and exclusive collaborations. Cruise Passenger … Read more
Norwegian Cruise Line, following Princess and Royal Caribbean has revealed select 2020/21 itineraries with Norwegian Jewel returning for her fourth season to sail Australia and New Zealand. Norwegian Jewel will be sailing French Polynesia, Hawaii and South Pacific cruises from November 2020 to February 2021, on 11 to 21-day itineraries. The line is keeping their new one-way … Read more
Norwegian Cruise Line is trialling a reduction of its iconic towel animals as part of efforts to cut laundry use and improve sustainability. While the tradition may be scaled back on some ships, guests can still request them, signalling a shift rather than a full removal.
Vacations are all about relaxing and getting recharged, and a big part of it is getting pampered at the spa. So you don’t want to add to the stress by trying to work out where the best value is. Always keen to keep our readers relaxed, we’ve done the hard work for you and surveyed … Read more
She's the most specious ship yet from luxury line Oceania Cruises. James Sitters tells Rose Kelly and Peter Lynch what's on board the new class of ship, including restaurants, spas and suites.
