Cruise news (AustraliaNewZealand-tagged)
- Cruise Industry
TT-Line's ferry Spirit of Tasmania IV undergoes North Sea trials en route to Scotland UK
TT-LINE Tasmania’s new ship Spirit of Tasmania IV is currently in the North Sea en route from Rauma Finland to its temporary berth in Leith...
December 2, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Great Barrier Reef advocates push for tighter greywater and effluent rules
Environmental advocates and tourism operators associated with the Great Barrier Reef (QLD AU) are urging authorities to implement stricter...
December 2, 2024 - Cruise Industry
South Australia gears up for record 2024-2025 cruise season with 120 ship visits
Silver Nova ship docked at Adelaide's Outer Harbor Thursday morning (November 29th), and visited Kangaroo Island on Friday (November 30th) as part of...
December 1, 2024 - Accidents
Crew member medevaced from Celebrity Edge ship off NSW Australia
A crew member in need of urgent medical care was successfully medevacked from the Celebrity Edge ship as it sailed off the coast of New South Wales...
November 5, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Seabourn's 2026-2027 expedition cruises - 24 new itineraries across 31 countries
The ultra-luxury expedition travel company Seabourn announced its 2026-2027 season, grouping 24 itineraries across 31 countries, including several...
November 2, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Celebrity Cruises ship Celebrity Edge returns to Australia for 2024-2025 season
Celebrity Cruises has announced the return of its EDGE-class vessel Celebrity Edge to Australia for a second season. Notably, Celebrity Edge is the...
October 24, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Cruise tourism boosts Australian economy with record A$8.43 Billion contribution in 2023-2024
The value of cruise tourism in Australia reached an unprecedented level, contributing A$8.43 billion to the national economy during the 2023-2024...
October 23, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Heritage Expeditions introduces unique itineraries to Japan and the Philippines for 2025-2026
The New Zealand-based, family-owned expedition travel company Heritage Expeditions/fleet has launched its Authentic Small Ship Expedition...
October 21, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Celebrity Cruises unveils 2026-2027 global itineraries across all 7 continents
Celebrity Cruises is set to navigate an impressive range of global destinations during its 2026-2027 season, with itineraries that span 600+ sailings...
October 3, 2024 - 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