Record Australian Cruising Numbers Mask Growing Overseas Exodus and Untapped Economic Potential
The Australian cruise industry is experiencing a surge in domestic participation, with a record 1.45 million Australians embarking on cruises in 2025, solidifying the nation’s position as the world’s fourth-largest…
New Zealand’s Cruise Crisis Deepens as Australian Passenger Numbers Plummet by 41 Percent
The allure of New Zealand as a cruise destination has dramatically waned for Australian travellers, with a staggering 41 percent drop in passenger numbers between 2023 and 2025. In 2023,…
Discovery Princess Faces Overbooking Chaos on Final Australian Voyage
As the luxurious Discovery Princess concluded its inaugural and sole Australian season, its final departure from Australian waters became unexpectedly fraught with overbooking issues, impacting passengers who had made significant…
Virgin Voyages Re-establishes Australian Presence, Signalling Long-Term Commitment Amidst Strategic Redeployment
Virgin Voyages has made a strategic return to the Australian market, establishing a dedicated local sales office and appointing a representative to cultivate its growing fanbase in the region. This…
The Departure of Discovery Princess Marks a Growing Trend of Older Ships Sailing Australian Waters
Last week, the Discovery Princess marked a significant milestone by celebrating its fourth birthday while concluding its inaugural and sole Australian season. The vessel, a relatively young entrant in the…
Cruiser Frustration Mounts as Australian Cruise Itineraries Lack Variety, Prompting Overseas Escapes
The Australian cruise market, while experiencing a resurgence, is facing growing discontent among passengers who feel a significant lack of itinerary diversity is forcing them to look overseas for fresh…
Australian Cruise Season 2026/27: Passenger Feedback Highlights Standout Ships and Emerging Trends
As the Australian cruise season for 2026/27 draws to a close, passenger feedback gathered by Cruise Passenger reveals a vibrant mix of satisfaction, constructive criticism, and anticipation for future voyages.…
Oceania Cruises Signals Major Commitment to Australian Market with Two Luxury Ships to Homeport in Sydney
Oceania Cruises is set to significantly bolster its presence in the Australian market, with the prestigious cruise line announcing that two of its luxury vessels will homeport in Sydney for…
Discovery Princess Overbooked for Final Australian Voyage, Passengers Offered Generous Compensation to Opt Out
As the Discovery Princess concluded its inaugural and sole Australian season, its final departure from Australian waters proved to be exceptionally popular, leading to an overbooking situation that prompted Princess…
Discovery Princess’s Fourth Birthday Marks the End of an Era for New Ships in Australian Cruising
The recent celebration of the Discovery Princess‘s fourth birthday in Australian waters, while a festive occasion, has inadvertently highlighted a significant and growing concern within the Australian cruise market: the…
















