Carnival Encounter Returns to Australian Waters with Significant Upgrades, Committed to Affordability Amidst Global Economic Pressures
Queensland’s sole year-round cruise ship, the Carnival Encounter, has emerged from a comprehensive dry dock refurbishment in Singapore, proudly showcasing a suite of enhancements and improvements designed to elevate the…
Carnival Cruise Line Cancels 2027 New Zealand Voyage Due to Private Charter
Carnival Cruise Line has informed booked guests that a scheduled 10-night New Zealand cruise aboard the Carnival Splendor, set to depart from Sydney on October 12, 2027, has been cancelled…
Australia Poised for Year-Round Cruising as Ports Offer Winter Incentives
Australia’s cruise industry is on the cusp of a significant transformation, with a strong push towards year-round operations gaining momentum. This strategic shift, driven by proactive measures from port authorities…
Carnival Encounter Shows Off Her New Look And Leaves Dry Dock- Will Cruisers Be Happy With The Changes? –
Carnival Cruise Line has provided an in-depth look at the extensive dry dock renovations undertaken for its two Australia-based vessels, Carnival Encounter and Carnival Adventure, signaling a significant evolution in…
The Great Australian Cruise Debate: Readers Divided Over P&O Ship Conversions and Future of Local Cruising
The Australian cruise community is abuzz with passionate debate, particularly following recent commentary on the P&O ships that have been converted for Carnival Cruise Line operations in the region. While…
Geopolitical Tensions Disrupt Australian Summer Travel Plans to Europe, Prompting Search for Alternative Destinations
The ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, stemming from the United States’ military actions in Iran, have cast a significant shadow over the planned European summer holidays for thousands…
Crystal Serenity Ushers in a New Era of Luxury Cruising Under Abercrombie & Kent Leadership
Crystal Cruises, a name synonymous with opulent voyages, is charting a resurgent course, and the $200 million refurbishment of the Crystal Serenity serves as a powerful testament to this revival.…
CLIA Celebrates Australasia’s Top Cruise Travel Agents at Record-Breaking Industry Awards Gala
Sydney, Australia – The Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) hosted its 23rd annual Cruise Industry Awards in Sydney last night, a landmark event that brought together nearly 600 members of…
Scenic Group Unveils Ambitious Expansion with Three New Luxury River Ships Slated for 2027-2028 Launch
Scenic Group is poised to significantly bolster its luxury river cruise offerings with the announcement of three new, state-of-the-art river ships scheduled for deployment across Europe and Asia between 2027…
















