A Critical Week for Australasian Cruising Unfolds in Miami as Industry Leaders Seek to Reverse Declining Deployment

The future of cruise tourism in Australia and New Zealand hangs in the balance as key industry stakeholders converge in Miami this week for Seatrade Cruise Global, the world’s premier…

Australia’s Cruise Season 2026/27: Passenger Feedback Highlights Strengths and Areas for Improvement

As the curtain draws on Australia’s 2026/27 cruise season, a comprehensive review of passenger feedback reveals a landscape of highly satisfied cruisers, alongside constructive critiques that offer valuable insights for…

Windstar Unveils Groundbreaking River-to-Ocean Cruising with Purpose-Built "Star Explorer"

Windstar Cruises is charting a new course in the travel industry, announcing a pioneering concept in cruising that seamlessly blends the intimate charm of river voyages with the expansive allure…

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…

Australia’s Cruise Season Wraps Up: A Look Back at Key Moments, New Arrivals, and Shifting Trends

As the vibrant wave season draws to a close, Australia’s cruise industry reflects on another successful year, with the departure of Royal Caribbean’s Anthem of the Seas from Sydney marking…

Carnival Splendor Passenger Reported Missing Off Brisbane Coast

A distressing incident unfolded aboard the Carnival Splendor cruise ship on Friday night, as a male passenger was reported missing after apparently going overboard while the vessel was sailing off…

Oceania Sonata to Debut Exclusive French Gastronomy Restaurant, La Table, in 2027

Oceania Cruises is poised to redefine luxury at-sea dining with the highly anticipated debut of its new all-suite ship, Oceania Sonata, scheduled to launch in 2027. A cornerstone of this…

Norwegian Aura Embarks on Historic Journey as Largest Ship in Norwegian Cruise Line Fleet Touches Water for First Time

The world of luxury cruising celebrated a significant milestone on April 16th as Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) witnessed the momentous occasion of its newest and largest vessel, the Norwegian Aura,…

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,…

Australians Embrace Cruising in Record Numbers, But Destination Competitiveness Declines

Australia is experiencing an unprecedented surge in cruise passenger numbers, with 1.45 million Australians setting sail in 2025, marking a significant 9.5 per cent increase from the 1.32 million who…