Royal Caribbean spotlights 2026 Asian travel trends with 9 in 10 Aussies heading to Asia this Easter

Asian holidays have emerged as the overwhelming favourite destinations for Australian travellers this Easter, accounting for nine of the top ten international destinations (Booking.com 2026). Royal Caribbean is leaning into this trend by offering discounted holidays that connect Aussies to their favourite Asian destinations.

Celestyal Launches ‘Big Savings for a Big Summer’ Across 2026–27 Sailings

Celestyal has launched a new promotional campaign titled “Big Savings for a Big Summer”, covering 100 Mediterranean and Arabian Gulf sailings scheduled for 2026 and 2027.

Celestyal extends summer sale

Up to 50% off cruises until Feb 19

As a result of strong demand, Celestyal has extended its summer sale until February 19 and added more sailings to the Wave promotion.

The number of sailings now included in the ‘Unmissable Sale’ is almost 200, with additional departures of its ‘Heavenly Greece, Italy & Croatia’ itinerary, alongside four extra sailings of the ‘Idyllic Greece’ cruise, added to the promotion, with both seven-night itineraries now priced from $1299 per person twin share.

The sale includes savings of up to 50%, up to €500 speciality food and beverage credit, and up to £180 shore excursion credit per cabin on select sailings.

All fares are inclusive of all meals, soft drinks, WiFi, port fees and gratuities. The offers are available to book until February 19, 2026, while availability lasts.

For more information visit celestyal.com or call 1800 648 737.

Queen Mary 2 Completes Panama Canal Transit

The Queen Mary 2 has completed its first transit through the Panama Canal as part of its 108-night World Voyage. The ship is headed to Australia, with stops in Los Angeles, New Zealand, and Sydney, where it will dock on March 4.

Royal Caribbean’s Voyager of the Seas homeports in Brisbane

Royal Caribbean has marked a significant return to Australia with Voyager of the Seas arriving in Brisbane for its first-ever season homeporting from the Queensland capital. The deployment introduces 20 sailings designed to appeal to families and adventure-seekers alike, ranging from short three-night weekend escapes to extended 12-night voyages. These itineraries showcase Australia’s east coast and the South Pacific, positioning Brisbane as a key cruise hub for summer holidays.

Oceania Cruises First-Ever Full Mediterranean Winter Season

Oceania Cruises invites travellers to embark on a new era of exploration during its first-ever full winter season of Mediterranean sailings aboard Oceania Allura, the line’s latest expression of intimate, seagoing luxury.

Carnival Luminosa Kicks Off Brisbane Season

Carnival Cruise Line's Carnival Luminosa has officially begun its 2025/26 Brisbane season, marking its fourth summer sailing from the Sunshine State. The ship will welcome over 70,000 guests on 27 voyages between November 2025 and April 2026. Carnival Luminosa will offer a range of itineraries, including short 2-3 day Getaway cruises, 4-day Airlie Beach voyages, and longer 6-7 day Great Barrier Reef sailings.