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Celebrity announces bonus 52-night Rome to Sydney repositioning cruise for the Edge

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Celebrity announces bonus 52-night Rome to Sydney repositioning cruise for the Edge

Celebrity Cruises has unveiled a stunning Rome to Sydney repositioning cruise aboard the technologically advanced Celebrity Edge. The ship will be on her way Down Under for her inaugural season in Australia. “This Grand Voyage is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to reconnect with the world, experience new cultures, explore diverse and exotic landscapes, and experience something new … Read more

70 per cent of cruise passengers want third terminal – Exclusive survey

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Yarra Bay

Over 70 per cent of Australia’s cruise passengers believe Sydney should have a third cruise terminal, according to a survey conducted by Cruise Passenger. Only 11 per cent thought another terminal was unnecessary. The survey was conducted by cruisepassenger.com.au, which has an audience of 200,000 cruisers, and was part of its annual Readers’ Choice Awards … Read more

Federal government backs search for third cruise terminal

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Sydney cruise terminal

The federal government has outlined plans to help NSW’s cruise industry, announcing it will be financing the search for a third Sydney cruise terminal. The development of this vital piece of infrastructure, which the cruise lines have indicated is sorely needed, will bring in billions of tourism dollars. Currently the cruise ship industry brings in … Read more

Cruise lines desperately seeking more capacity at Port Botany

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Cruise lines desperately seeking more capacity at Port Botany

Cruise lines are supporting the idea of utilising Port Botany as an alternative berth due to the lack of space in Sydney Harbour. According to The Daily Telegraph, Sydney’s space issue has forced the government to consider new facilities at Port Botany – which is just a short distance from the city’s dirtiest beach. “The government … Read more

Princess boosts capacity 25% with record five ships, including Majestic and Ruby

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Princess boosts capacity 25% with record five ships, including Majestic and Ruby

Bigger and more modern – Princess Cruises has announced its largest ever cruise season for 2019-20 with the deployment of five Princess ships to cruise in Australian waters. The five Princess ships – Majestic, Ruby, Sun, Golden and Sea – will carry more guests than ever on itineraries from Sydney, Melbourne, Fremantle, Adelaide, Brisbane and … Read more

Inside Pacific Jewel’s upcoming refurbishment

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Inside Pacific Jewel's upcoming refurbishment

P&O Cruises’ has released images of Pacific Jewel’s public spaces and venues which will be revamped during a 10-day dry dock in Sydney next month.

The updates will bring a fresh and modern look that is in keeping with the style P&O has become well known for.

The Pacific Jewel new Shell & Bones Seafood Restaurant which serves fresh seafood including hot and cold platters with lobster, prawns, mussels and fish.

Another feature which has been a big hit onboard the line’s new Pacific Explorer is the outdoor lawn bowling green. Guests can enjoy a game of lawn bowls and sip on a glass on Pimms and lemonade.

Other areas which are getting an update Connexions Bar, Orient Bar, Pool Café, Atrium and Oasis area.

The Pacific Jewel had her last refurbishment in 2015 where she had a whole new lot of shows introduced onboard.

Take a look at the gallery!

The big cruise trends for 2018

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The big cruise trends for 2018

The Cruise Lines International Association has released the big trends for 2018 in the 2018 State of the Cruise Industry Outlook. The report shows the overall stats and figures for the industry overall and they predict that around 27.2 million passengers are expected to sail next year – up from an estimated 25.8 million cruisers. … Read more

Celebrity Cruises heads to Melbourne for 2019/20 season

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Celebrity Cruises heads to Melbourne for 2019/20 season

Premium cruise line, Celebrity Cruises, has announced its 2019 deployment, which will be the line’s biggest season in Australia to date. With more cruises and more overnights on offer than ever before, the line also announced it would be spending some time in Melbourne. For Celebrity fans, and those who want to try out the … Read more

Sea Princess emerges from drydock with a new fit out

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Sea Princess looking loverly in new livery in Singapore after dry dock

Princess Cruises’ Sea Princess has just emerged from a two-week dry dock in Singapore where she is looking glamorous ahead of her homeporting season in Australia. Her refresh includes a new look on her bow, new entertainment and dining options as well as luxury beds in all cabins. She’s currently sailing on a 12-night Southeast … Read more