New ships and more port calls signal a busy Australian and New Zealand cruise season ahead

Australia will welcome a proud fleet of 62 spectacular cruise ships this summer, bringing billions of dollars in economic activity to dozens of ports and destinations around the country.

Celestyal makes changes to 2024/25 season

 

Celestyal has announced the cancellation of its upcoming 14-night repositioning cruises, ‘Ancient Athens to Dazzling Doha’ and its counterpart sailing ‘Dazzling Doha to Ancient Athens’. The sailings were scheduled to depart on October 26, 2024, and March 8, 2025, respectively, onboard Celestyal Journey. 

Carnival Cruise Line Carnival Splendor Livery Updates

Carnival Splendor has just completed her dry dock in Singapore, and Carnival Cruise Line is excited to unveil a sneak peek of her stunning new livery. The ship now features the red, white, and blue hull design introduced by Carnival in 2021. In addition, both sides of the ship also feature a distinctive Southern Cross design —a signature marking from the P&O Cruises Australia ships that will soon be joining the Carnival fleet.

Crown Princess to homeport in Sydney from October

Under 100 Days Until Crown Princess Claims the Crown as the biggest Cruise Ship Princess will base in Australia year-round

 

Crown Princess (pictured above) will soon call Sydney home joining Royal Princess and Diamond Princess from her new homeport in the harbour city.

Celestyal revamps onboard drinks and dining

 

From lamb chops to cold-brewed coffee and matcha infused cocktails, Celestyal’s revamped onboard drinks and dining suits Australians to a ‘tea’

Celestyal expands in the Arabian Gulf with a second ship from 2025

• New programs for 2025, 2026 and early 2027 announced
• Both ships sailing the Arabian Gulf from 2025
• 21 more Adriatic cruises across 2025 and 2026
• Early booking savings of up to 50% on newly expanded sailing programs

Celestyal has announced new programs for 2025, 2026 and early 2027 including an expansion into the Arabian Gulf during the winter season which will see both ships cruising year-round for the first time.

Utopia of the Seas officially joins Royal Caribbean

It’s time to gear up for weekend energy any day of the week. Royal Caribbean International officially welcomed the next big thing in vacations to the family: Utopia of the Seas. A celebration fit for the ultimate short getaway was had in Saint-Nazaire, France, as the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard handed Royal Caribbean the keys to Utopia just five weekends before its July debut in Port Canaveral (Orlando), Florida.

The Three Oceans: Silversea Announces New 80-Destination World Cruise

35 countries, five continents, and 20 new calls aboard one of the smallest world-cruising ships, Silversea’s 149-day global voyage for 2027 will visit more destinations than any sailing in the brand’s history




Silversea, a leading ultra-luxury and expedition cruise travel brand, has unveiled its richest voyage ever for its World Cruise 2027, The Three Oceans. Silver Dawn, one of the smallest world-cruising ships, will depart Los Angeles on January 8 and arrive in Copenhagen on June 7, 2027, calling in 80 destinations more than any voyage in the brand’s history – in 35 countries on five continents, including 20 new calls for a Silversea World Cruise and 11 overnights.

Carnival Cruise Line rescues group left stranded in Vanuatu

Carnival Cruise Line has come to the aid of a group left stranded in Vanuatu, following the collapse of Air Vanuatu. The group, consisting of eight Australians and one New Zealander, were visiting the island of Santo when Air Vanuatu cancelled all flights, leaving them without a way home.

MSC introduces ‘Stay & Cruise’ offer for northern summer 2024

Guests can extend their cruise with a new add-on package with an additional two or three-night accommodation before or after their cruise, coupled with a half-day city excursion

10 ships are now offering the new programme this summer 2024 across four destinations; Athens, Venice, Rome and Miami

MSC Cruises has announced its Northern Hemisphere summer 2024 'Stay & Cruise' programme, offering guests the chance to further elevate their seven-night cruise into an extraordinary nine or ten-night holiday.

Bowls NSW partners with P&O Cruises Australia

Bowls NSW is thrilled to announce P&O Cruises Australia, the nation's favourite home-grown cruise line, as the Official Cruise Partner of Bowls NSW.

Viking expands in China

A First for Viking, New Five-Night “Spirit of Mongolia” Extension Offers Fully Guided, Immersive Experiences Before or After China Itineraries

 

Viking® (www.viking.com) today announced that for the first time, it is offering guests destination-focused experiences in Mongolia with the new Spirit of Mongolia extension program. The five-night, fully guided pre or post-extension will allow guests to further immerse themselves in the rich traditions of the region, from the ancient city of Ulaanbaatar to the Gobi Desert. The Spirit of Mongolia and a variety of other Pre and Post extensions, including Hong Kong and Beijing, are available for Viking’s new, first-of-their-kind China itineraries: Best of China, China Discovery, Classic China & the Coast and Wonders of China.

MSC Cruises’ Fleet Boosted With Starlink Connectivity

Two thirds of MSC Cruises' ships are now equipped with SpaceX's Starlink onboard connectivity and the fleet roll out programme will be completed by May 2024.

The low earth orbit solution is currently providing faster internet speeds, improved wi-fi in cabins and public spaces, reduced latency levels and lower operational costs for 15 of the line's fleet of 22 ships following bandwidth and data traffic trials in 2022.

P&O Cruises Anchors in Adelaide in Major Economic Boost for South Australia

 

Australia's favourite cruise line, P&O Cruises Australia, is injecting more than $33 million into the South Australian economy as it offers locals a chance to holiday, without taking flight.

While based in Adelaide, P&O's Pacific Explorer is expected to welcome over 26,000 guests across multiple cruises in February and March, and again in December.

MSC Cruises To Offer Sailings From The Spanish Canary Islands With Brand-New Itinerary For Winter 2024-25

7-night itinerary with MSC Opera to some of the most sought-after winter sun destinations in the Canary Islands and Madeira - sales now open

MSC Cruises has announced it will base a ship in the Canary Islands for the Northern Hemisphere winter 2024-25 winter season and sales are now open.