NZ government studies report on Milford Sound cruise ban
The strategy includes planning for what is categorised as a "medium likeliehood" for a blanket ban on all cruises in Milford Sound and the lower South Island.
Norwegian Encore gets makeover as cruisers call for luxury
Norwegian Encore will be dry-docking for two-weeks over November and December and will emerge with a range of upgrades and enhancements across the ship.
Exclusive: 70% of cruisers say parents to blame for “feral kids”
Around 70% of Royal Caribbean cruisers said they believe a child's behaviour is the responsibility of the parents.
Cruise prices set for record highs as demand soars around the globe
Royal Caribbean prices are set to jump, with the company announcing the increase will continue into 2025.
In less than 100 days Crown Princess will be our biggest ever full-time Princess ship
Set to arrive on Aussie shores October 26, the 113,561-tonne Crown Princess will be the first ship that Princess Cruises have ever sent to Australia.
Princess sends record eight ships to Alaska as protests grow
Princess Cruises is gearing up for its biggest ever Alaska season, with the cruise line announcing that they will be sending eight ships to the region in 2026.
“They are feral”: Royal Caribbean revisits kids curfew amidst complaints of misbehaviour
Royal Caribbean International President and CEO Michael Bayley has said “it’s probably time” to think about ways to expand and enforce Royal Caribbean’s kids curfew.
Passengers upset as promised Park19 play deck is halted
The Sun Princess already faced a range of construction delays, and has just announced it's latest setback.
Family fined $9000 for missing port despite booking cruise shore excursion
A family of nine, who poured $30,000 into an NCL cruise, had their holiday quickly turn to disaster.
How selfish New Zealand is damaging Australia’s cruise revival with shock “processing” tax
New Zealand's government has slapped an eye-watering 88% increase on cruise passengers for "customs border processing" at a time when the country is suffering a 22 % drop in passenger numbers.
How to use a cruise and fly package to save 25% off your holiday
Cruise and fly packages are not only set to become a trend across the industry, but can also be a significant money saver for cruisers.
Should vaping outside smoking areas be allowed on cruise ships?
Some cruisers are calling for a relax in smoking restrictions that would allow for vaping in areas that aren't specially allocated smoking areas.
Dare to compare: Utopia of the Seas v Icon of the Seas
Royal Caribbean has been setting the standard for the world’s largest ships, with new ship Utopia of the Seas set to become the world’s second largest ship as it starts sailing this week.
“We saw our attendant twice”: cabin service cutbacks hitting hard
Since the horror effects of the pandemic, cruise lines have been forced to cut costs wherever possible so they can repay debts. Cabin service is an area where the cut backs have been felt most.
Everything you need to know about getting cruise insurance
Navigating cruise insurance isn't always the easiest task. But we've put together a handy guide so you're covered.
How a workplace kidnapping turned into a sunset cruise proposal
Matt and Deb are now a married of couple of fanatic cruisers, so fanatic that they have a Youtube channel and website devoted to documenting their adventures. However, it wasn't always that way.