Royal Caribbean has earmarked the expansion of weekend cruising in Australia, a theme that has been popular in the overseas market to drive an increase in onboard spending.
Turquoise seas, silky soft white sands, coconut-laden palm trees and cute islands – it’s no wonder South Pacific cruises often top the bucket lists of cruise lovers.
You might have been reading about cruise lines’ private islands in the Caribbean, but Australians rejoice – we might soon be getting our own, much closer to home.
Our On Board host Rosie Kelly has just returned from sailing the Majestic Princess in the Mediterranean with her daughter. She and publisher Peter Lynch discuss her journey - and the changes to the ship, one of Australia's favourites after her many seasons sailing our own waters.