Cruise lines are getting back to business in some parts of the world – much to the envy of many die-hard Australian cruisers. Asia-based Dream Cruises has started short Taiwan sailings from Keelung on island-hopping getaways including Peng Hu, Masu Island, Kinmen as well as Hualien. Meanwhile in Germany, TUI’s Mein Schiff 2, recently returned … Read more
America’s powerful Centres for Disease Control and Prevention has set a new date for the potential return of cruise ships. The no sail order, which was due to expire next week, has been extended until September 30 in the US. Most cruise lines, including those who sail in Australian waters, have already agreed to halt … Read more
A New Zealand-born performer is finally back home after being stuck on Royal Caribbean and Celebrity Cruises’ ships in isolation since March. Lauren Marshall, who was working on Celebrity Eclipse off the coast of San Diego when a COVID case was discovered, has now completed her fourth round of 14-day isolation in Auckland. The 28-year-old, … Read more
COVID-19 pandemic has made strange bedfellows with Royal Caribbean Group and Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings joining forces to develop enhanced health and safety standards for the cruise industry. A new Healthy Sail Panel comprising 11 experts has been formed to improve safety and health protocols in preparation for when cruising resumes again. The panel of … Read more
After the 2008 recession and the 9/11 attacks, the cruise industry heavily discounted cruise prices in a bid to lure back travellers. During the coronavirus crisis, some thought there would be the same rock-bottom prices we saw in previous periods of instability. But this time, it’s different. Industry watchers, analysts and executives from the cruise … Read more
It’s been a staple of the big cruise ship lines for decades. Whether you’re travelling with the kids, on a weekend away with friends, or as a solo cruiser, the interior cabin has become a popular choice because of its affordability. But with strict health protocols expected to come into play in the next few … Read more
There is much confusion over when international lines will return and cruise in Australian seas. The Federal Government’s official ban on foreign cruise vessels entering local waters ends on 17 September. So what do the cruise lines say about when they’ll be back? Carnival Cruise Line said it will resume cruising when it is safe … Read more
Royal Caribbean will be deploying two Quantum-class ships to sail in local waters for their 2021/22 season – signalling renewed confidence in the region and a major investment. The arrival of Ovation of the Seas as well as a new addition, Quantum of the Seas, will increase the line’s capacity – and in 2022 will … Read more
A number of cruise lines have started consulting with high tech companies offering infrared cameras and UV lights to detect and kill coronavirus. Multiple companies are moving ahead and have already started consultations with numerous cruise companies. Infrared Cameras Inc announced in a press statement, that they would be partnering with Carnival Cruise Lines to … 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.
