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Cruise line bosses say prices must rise – here’s how you can beat hikes as high as $1,000 pp

First the good news: cruise holidays are still amazing value. Now the bad: it can't last much longer and fares will increase.

WORDS BY Tallis Boerne Marcus . Aug 11 2023
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NCL takes delivery of hotly-anticipated Norwegian Viva

Norwegian Cruise Line's fleet has grown to 19 ships after taking the delivery of Norwegian Viva.

WORDS BY Tallis Boerne Marcus . Aug 4 2023
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‘Despacito’ singer Luis Fonsi announced as godfather of Norwegian Viva

Norwegian Viva will celebrate its new Puerto Rican home through the appointment of a new godfather, Grammy-winning Latin singer Luis Fonsi. The singer of chart-topping ‘Despacito’ will christen the second NCL Prima Class ship on […]

WORDS BY Tallis Boerne Marcus . Jun 27 2023
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Gourmet guides and design destinations: NCL’s brand new shore excursions

Norwegian Cruise Line has announced six brand new shore excursions to suit all customers from those who want the perfect Insta snap, to keen foodies and architecture fanatics.  These new shore excursion categories stretch across […]

WORDS BY Tallis Boerne Marcus . Jun 6 2023
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Boom in single women cruisers sparks the return of male companions

The boom in single women cruisers has led lines to consider new ways to make them comfortable – including meet-and-greet sessions, special activities and even the male dance hosts pioneered by one of the world’s […]

WORDS BY Tallis Boerne Marcus . May 18 2023
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The countdown is on for Norwegian Cruise Line return to Asia

Norwegian Cruise Line is just about five months away from finally returning to Asia after three long years. While a blockbuster 2024 and 2025 are already penciled in, the 2023 season will mark a triumphant […]

WORDS BY Tallis Boerne Marcus . Apr 19 2023
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What it’s like to sail on the Norwegian Spirit after her sparkling makeover

The oohs and aahs coming from the hundreds of passengers on board the Norwegian Spirit fell silent as the ship sailed under the Harbour Bridge. Couples were embracing, people were waving furiously to yachties and […]

WORDS BY Bernadette Chua . Mar 24 2023
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Broadway Musical “Beetlejuice” is coming to Norwegian Viva

When Norwegian Viva takes to the seas for the first time, guests will be treated to a spooky serving of brand new entertainment. The cult classic will be performed as a musical, fresh off a Broadway […]

WORDS BY Tallis Boerne Marcus . Mar 24 2023
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The man who changed modern cruising forever

By Steve Odell Cruise Passenger readers might not be aware of the important leaders in the parent holding companies of the leading cruise brands. One such leader Frank Del Rio, President & CEO of Norwegian […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Mar 23 2023
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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 […]

WORDS BY Tallis Boerne Marcus . Mar 10 2023
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A first for Norwegian Cruise Line: Three ships are coming to the Asia Pacific

For the first time ever, Norwegian Cruise Line is deploying three ships to the Asia Pacific in 2024 and 2025. As expected, Norwegian Spirit will return to Australia and New Zealand for her third consecutive season, while […]

WORDS BY Tallis Boerne Marcus . Mar 8 2023
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The secret tip on gratuities that can save you hundreds + our line-by-line guide

Cruise lines in America have started the year by raising gratuities, with Carnival, Holland America, Princess, Norwegian Cruise Line, and Oceania all reporting increases. While Australians don’t directly pay gratuities when cruising, this doesn’t necessarily […]

WORDS BY Tallis Boerne Marcus . Feb 16 2023