RCI-Royal Caribbean unveils 2025-2026 Australian ships and homeports

   April 12, 2024 ,   Cruise Industry

RCI-Royal Caribbean International unveiled its upcoming 2025-2026 itinerary from Australia.

Holidaymakers can anticipate a diverse range of adventures, with the debut of Anthem of the Seas in Sydney NSW and the long-awaited return of Voyager of the Seas to her new homeport Brisbane QLD.

RCI's Australian schedule lists 45 voyages to destinations in the South Pacific Islands, New Zealand, and Australia. The November 2025 through April 2026 voyages are now available for booking.

Making its Australian debut, Anthem OTS offers 24 voyages ranging from 3 to 18 nights, exploring premier destinations across rugged NZ, the sunny Australian coast, and the serene South Pacific isles.

Featuring an array of short getaways, travelers can embark on five 2- to 4-night coastal cruises for quick thrills or opt for a 5-night getaway to Hobart Tasmania.

Longer 9- to 12-night cruises to NZ, including Christmas & New Year, are also available.

Anthem OTS promises adventures for all ages, including signature experiences like skydiving on RipCord by iFly and SeaPlex, alongside diverse dining options and world-class entertainment such as the musical “We Will Rock You” and American delights from Johnny Rockets.

Launching from Brisbane for the first time in December 2025, Voyager OTS offers 20 holiday options, including a new destination, Luganville Vanuatu. Travelers can select from 7- to 9-night itineraries to Noumea, New Caledonia, and Port Vila, Luganville, and Mystery Island.

For longer journeys, a unique 12-night relocation voyage (RepositionCruises.com) from Singapore to Australia in December is on offer, with stops in Benoa Bali and Darwin and Airlie Beach. Additionally, shorter 4-, 6-, and 7-night holidays to Airlie Beach and Cairns cater to various preferences.

Voyager OTS provides ample opportunities for entertainment and excitement, including waterslides, ice skating, mini golf, and glow-in-the-dark laser tag, along with captivating shows like “Ice Odyssey” and “Broadway Rhythm & Rhyme”.

The summer introduces 6 "Wiggly Sailings" (RCI exclusive) on both ships. Combining Royal Caribbean family experiences with The Wiggles' fun entertainment, these sailings offer character events, live concerts, exclusive merchandise, and more for young kids and their families.