Many ships sailing in our region are scrambling to decide their next steps as Australia and New Zealand close their ports to international cruise ships. The Celebrity Solstice which was on a 10-night New Zealand cruise was able to complete her itinerary as scheduled, according to the line. She was able to call at Dunedin … Read more
Australia has banned international cruise ships for 30 days, while the New Zealand government has banned cruise vessels from its territorial waters for more than three months in a weekend of tough moves to halt the global coronavirus pandemic. Australia’s move came Sunday after a cabinet meeting which also agreed all international travellers to Australia … Read more
Royal Caribbean has halted sailings in Australia and worldwide for 30 days due to COVID-19 concerns. The line had announced the voluntary halt in America on Friday but said it would continue sailings in Australia until the end of its current season. But this morning, Royal Caribbean put out a further statement saying: “We understand … Read more
New protocols for cruise lines could be deployed as early as this week to improve coronavirus testing and plans for evacuating sick passengers and crew. Vice President of the United States of America, Mike Pence announced over the weekend that industry leaders in Port Everglades, Florida, calling for “significant” changes and telling the cruise industry … Read more
You often hear about the bargain basement prices of interior and quad cabins. But what about those who enjoy travelling in comfort and style? For cruisers who enjoy the suite life, here are some of the cheapest suites at sea. Cruise Passenger found some lines could be more than half the price compared to other lines. … Read more
The outbreak of coronavirus has affected the decisions of many travellers. Should I stay or should I go? But this perhaps, might be the best time to snag cruise and air deals. With ships being deployed to Australia and to the Mediterranean, away from Asian waters, not only are lines reducing prices but also companies … Read more
Over three thousand bush fire volunteer firefighters and their families sent up a cheer at Sydney’s Circular Quay last weekend as Royal Caribbean’s Spectrum of the Seas tied up to take them on the first of a series of complimentary cruise to say thanks. The first volunteers gave their verdict here. Now the line has … Read more
The Spectrum of the Seas quietly arrived in Sydney Wednesday night to prepare for her first free cruise for volunteer bush fire fighters and our Australian heroes can’t wait to get on. The ship pulled up at Sydney’s Overseas Passenger Terminal on Wednesday night to be loaded up with food, drinks and other supplies for … Read more
The grandfather of Chloe Wiegand, the 18-month-old who fell 11 stories to her death from a Royal Caribbean ship, will plead guilty to negligent homicide, a family attorney revealed. Salvatore Anello initially pleaded not guilty to the charges from the Puerto Rican authorities over the incident, which occurred in July 2019 onboard Freedom of the … 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.
