Cruise news (AustraliaNewZealand-tagged)
- Cruise Industry
CCL-Carnival Cruise Line expands Australian fleet with new 2026-2027 itineraries
CCL-Carnival Cruise Line is preparing for its Australian expansion with the addition of two ships from P&O Cruises Australia, Carnival Adventure...
October 3, 2024 - Cruise Industry
NSW invests $20M in shore power at Sydney Harbour's White Bay Cruise Terminal
The New South Wales (NSW) government has committed AU$20 million to enhance the environmental performance of White Bay Cruise Terminal in Balmain...
September 30, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Diamond Princess ship homeported in Australia (2024-2025 winter) after 6-year hiatus
Princess Cruises' ship Diamond Princess has returned to Australia, commencing her 2024-2025 winter season after a 6-year absence. The liner...
September 24, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Silver Nova to debut as Asia-Pacific’s most luxurious cruise ship in 2024
Silver Nova, the first of 2 groundbreaking Nova-class vessels from the ultra-premium travel brand Silversea, will make her debut in the Asia-Pacific...
September 18, 2024 - Cruise Industry
TT-Line takes delivery of new ro-pax ferry Spirit of Tasmania IV
Australian ferry operator TT-Line Company has taken delivery of its new Ro-Pax ship Spirit of Tasmania IV, from the shipbuilder Rauma Marine...
September 14, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Australia welcomes 62 cruise ships for 2024-2025 summer season
62 cruise ships are scheduled to visit Australia during the 2024-2025 summer season, a slight decrease from the 70 ships last year. However, the...
September 1, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Windstar Cruises marks UNESCO recognition of Marquesas Islands with special sailings
Windstar Cruises commenced voyages to the Marquesas Islands in 2024, offering travelers a rare opportunity to explore this remote South Pacific...
August 29, 2024 - Cruise Industry
CLIA Australasia warns of 22% decline amidst 136% increase in cruise ship tourist fees in New...
Cruise lines have urged the New Zealand Government to reconsider a proposed 136% increase in cruise visitor fees, warning it could exacerbate the...
August 29, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Carnival Splendor drydock refurbished, with new livery and upgrades
Carnival Splendor has successfully completed a drydock refurb in Singapore, emerging with CCL's new livery. The vessel now displays the red...
August 26, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Crown Princess drydock alters itineraries, impacting thousands of passengers
Princess Cruises has announced changes to the upcoming deployment of the Crown Princess ship, which will undergo drydock maintenance, affecting...
August 22, 2024 - Cruise Industry
New Zealand's planned border levy changes could reduce cruise ship visits
The cruise shipping industry has raised concerns over the potential impact of proposed increases to New Zealand's border levies, warning that higher...
August 18, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Seabourn announces 2025-2026 season for Seabourn Quest, featuring Panama Canal and Pacific Islands
Seabourn has unveiled a series of itineraries for the Seabourn Quest, set to explore Australia, New Zealand, the South Pacific, Hawaii, and the...
August 16, 2024 - Accidents
48-yo P&O Australia cruise ship passenger arrested for inappropriate activity/attempting to groom a...
Police have arrested a P&O Australia passenger as the man disembarked at Sydney’s International Passenger Terminal. He was detained for...
August 13, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Port of Townsville (QLD Australia) upgrades Quayside Terminal for influx of large cruise ships
Port Townsville's Quayside Terminal is undergoing significant upgrades to accommodate the anticipated increase in passengers and crew from large-size...
August 7, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Aurora Expeditions Australia limits polar cruise capacity to 130 passengers
Aurora Expeditions Australia, renowned for its commitment to responsible small-ship expedition travel, has announced a new maximum passenger capacity...
July 27, 2024