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Norwegian Cruise Lines to sail five cruises from Australia in 2026/27

Norwegian Cruise Line has rolled out their 2026/27 itineraries and will be sailing five voyages from Australia between November 2026 and March 2027.

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The new cruise ships launching in 2025

On average, the world’s top cruise companies acquire or add one newly built ship every two to four years.

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You’ll need to spend more on board to get big ships back to Australia – Americans spend $126 a day

American cruisers are spending more on board than Australian cruisers. And is this the reason why we are seeing much lower capacity?

Disney Cruise Line's 2025/26 season has two new sailings

Island wonders: The best cruises in the South Pacific for 2024/25

Turquoise seas, silky soft white sands, coconut-laden palm trees and cute islands – it’s no wonder South Pacific cruises often top the bucket lists of cruise lovers.

Norwegian Cruise Line in Santorini

Cruise lines claim you can sail the Med for almost half the price of a hotel stay. But is it true?

Cruise Passenger compare a seven-night cruise from Venice to Rome versus a road trip along the same Mediterranean coastlines

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The 10 cruise private islands to visit before Lelepa opens

You might have been reading about cruise lines’ private islands in the Caribbean, but Australians rejoice – we might soon be getting our own, much closer to home.

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Minute-by-minute: How two NCL passengers were left behind

Two passengers were recently left behind from an NCL cruise. Here’s why it happens more often than you think, and what to do if you miss your cruise.

NCL boss on price rises and what makes cruisers unhappy

Cruisers could see higher prices according to Harry Sommer, the President and CEO of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings.

The float out of the Norwegian Aqua in the Fincantieri shipyard

Out goes the race track as Norwegian Aqua goes luxe

When the Norwegian Aqua launches in the first half of 2025, you might think you’ve seen the ship, but she’s a whole new class of her own.

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Norwegian Cruise Line reveals new Prima Plus ship name

Under a Super Moon in Venice, Italy, Norwegian Cruise Line revealed the name of its newest ship, the Norwegian Luna. 

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The best cruises in Europe 2025

Tallis Borne Marcus reveals why 2025 is set to be a standout season for cruise enthusiasts, with new destinations, itineraries, and ships making European getaways more exciting than ever.

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The countdown is on for Australia’s 2024/25 wave season – here’s who is coming Down Under

In just a few weeks, Australia's 2024/25 wave season will resume with the arrival of the Diamond Princess

Norwegian Encore refurbishment

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.

Alaska and Caribbean cruise prices slashed

Too many cabins: Alaska and Caribbean prices slashed over 20%

Alaska and Caribbean prices are being slashed by over 20% as major lines wrestle with over capacity - particularly among older ships.

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NCL to deploy three ships in its biggest ever Asia Pacific push

Norwegian Cruise Line will be deploying three ships to the Asia/Pacific region with 24 new cruises.

An impression of what Four Seasons says it will bring to the oceans

Why this US$45K a night yacht could raise the price of your cruise

Four Seasons first yacht will break the mould on pricing for cruise - and may mean you'll pay more.

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