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Exclusive: Cruise lines cut ships to Australia despite demand boom

Australia's cruise boom is in danger thanks to high costs and regulations with capacity reportedly 15% down 

WORDS BY Tallis Boerne Marcus . Apr 19 2024
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Scenic Eclipse II arrives in Sydney – taking luxe cruising to new heights

Scenic Eclipse II arrives on its Australian inaugural bringing luxury cruising to new heights on the Austrian market

WORDS BY Peter Lynch . Apr 19 2024
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Seabourn appoints Traditional Owners as godparents to Seabourn Pursuit

When the Seabourn Pursuit arrives in the Kimberley, the Wunambal Gaambera Traditional Owners will be appointed as the godparents of the expedition vessel.

WORDS BY Bernadette Chua . Apr 18 2024
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Ditch the deckchairs: Australian cruisers are younger, more savvy

For decades, the stereotypical image of the Australian cruise holiday fan was a rosy-cheeked retiree. But the Australian millennial cruisers is on the rise.

WORDS BY Peter Lynch . Apr 18 2024
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NCL unveils fresh culinary experiences aboard Aqua

Norwegian Cruise Line has revealed new dining experiences onboard their latest ship, the Norwegian Aqua.

WORDS BY Nuelan Magbanua . Apr 18 2024
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P&O Cruises increases the price of their drinks package offerings

P&O Cruises have tweaked their drinks package offerings which will include things like bubble tea and non-alcoholic spirits.

WORDS BY Tallis Boerne Marcus . Apr 16 2024
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Cruisers are getting younger as Gen Z and Millennials take to the seas

According to Cruise Lines International Association, across 2023 the average age of an Australian Cruiser was 48.4, down from 50.4 in 2019.

WORDS BY Tallis Boerne Marcus . Apr 16 2024
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Pacific Adventure emerges fresh from drydock

Pacific Adventure has emerged fresh from a recent drydock with new amenities onboard including new Byron Bay Club Cabanas.

WORDS BY Bernadette Chua . Apr 15 2024
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Princess changes their dining rules: when will you eat?

Princess Cruises has announced a change in their dining structure. And the changes will apply across the entire fleet after testing on the new Sun Princess.

WORDS BY Tallis Boerne Marcus . Apr 15 2024
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How to use the new Qantas Points system – a cruisers’ guide

Qantas has announced some major shake ups to its frequent flyer program. Here's how to use it for your next cruise.

WORDS BY Tallis Boerne Marcus . Apr 12 2024