Friday, 31 October 2025

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.

The ship will make nine calls to Airlie Beach, four calls to Cairns, and three calls to Port Douglas, alongside a range of South Pacific, Papua New Guinea, and Fiji voyages. Carnival Luminosa will sail alongside sister ship Carnival Encounter, operating year-round from Brisbane. The combined presence of both ships is expected to carry over 230,000 guests from Brisbane in 2025, contributing almost $800 million to the Queensland economy.

Onboard, guests can enjoy a range of amenities, including the largest Cloud 9 Spa in the Carnival fleet, 12 dining venues, and entertainment options like The Punchliner Comedy Club and Playlist Productions Theatre. "Queensland is at the heart of Carnival Cruise Line's growth in Australia," said Anton Loeb, Assistant Vice President Sales and Marketing. "We're excited to welcome Luminosa back for another incredible summer of cruising."

The ship's return to Brisbane reinforces the strong demand from Queenslanders for value-packed, easy-to-access cruise holidays. With its diverse range of itineraries and onboard amenities, Carnival Luminosa is set to deliver an unforgettable experience for guests. The ship's season will run until April 2026, offering plenty of opportunities for Queenslanders to get away on a cruise holiday.
Carnival Luminosa has kicked off its 2025/26 Brisbane season, marking its fourth summer sailing from the Sunshine State. The ship will offer 27 voyages between November 2025 and April 2026, visiting over 80 ports in the South Pacific, Papua New Guinea, and Fiji. Here are the key details:

- Itineraries:
- 2-3 day Getaway cruises
- 4-day Airlie Beach voyages
- 6-7 day Great Barrier Reef sailings
- 7-8 day South Pacific adventures
- 11-day Papua New Guinea and Fiji voyages
- Onboard Experience:
- Cloud 9 Spa: a two-deck wellness sanctuary with thermal suite, thalassotherapy pool, and private treatment rooms
- 12 dining venues, including Bonsai Sushi Express and Fahrenheit 555 Steakhouse
- Entertainment options: The Punchliner Comedy Club and Playlist Productions Theatre
- Economic Impact:
- Over 230,000 guests expected from Brisbane in 2025
- Almost $800 million contribution to the Queensland economy from Carnival Cruise Line's four-ship fleet

Carnival Luminosa will sail alongside sister ship Carnival Encounter, operating year-round from Brisbane, and is expected to welcome over 70,000 guests during the season.

For more information on Carnival Cruise Line and bookings call 13 31 94, see your travel agent or visit carnival.com.au

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