The Cruise Blog
Pacific Explorer reveals new features following stunning makeover
P&O Cruises’ flagship Pacific Explorer has returned to her Sydney home sporting new features and attractions following a stunning makeover. Popular dining outlets, Luke’s and 400 Gradi, have been given a striking new look during Pacific Explorer’s recent dry dock. … Read more…
Public Invited to Help Choose Artist to Paint New NCL Terminal at Port Miami
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings, a leading global cruise company which operates the Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises brands, in collaboration with The Nader Museum, opened the public voting for its first ever Call to Artists. … Read more…
Australia cancels cruise for 30 days
THE Australian Government has announced the suspension of all international cruise ship arrivals for 30 days, effective from midnight last night, and has advised all Australians to “reconsider their need for overseas travel at this time”. The Government has also … Read more…
History-Making All-Female Bridge and Leadership Team Sets Sail
For the first time in maritime history, an all-female bridge and onboard leadership team set sail March 7th, commemorating International Women’s Day. Led by Captain Kate McCue, the first American female cruise ship captain, who was accompanied by 26 other … Read more…
Spectrum of the Seas set sail on first humanitarian cruise for bushfire first responders
Royal Caribbean International latest game-changing ship Spectrum of the Seas sailed out of Sydney Harbour 29th February on her first humanitarian cruise in support of Australia’s volunteer first responder community, who worked tirelessly during the recent bushfire crisis. Carrying over 3,500 dedicated … Read more…
Cruise lines offer greater flexibility on policies
A number of cruise lines have significantly altered their cancellation policies in the wake of ongoing COVID-19 anxiety, offering guests more flexibility when rescheduling cruise trips. Royal Caribbean Cruises (RCL) has introduced its Cruise With Confidence policy, meaning guests booked … Read more…
Australian cruise season grows as coronavirus pushes ships out of hot zones
Cruise ships are staying longer Down Under and there are some excellent deals to be had. The Australian cruise season has been extended, with popular cruise ships, including Sapphire Princess and Queen Elizabeth, sailing in our waters. The move is … Read more…
Celebrity Silhouette completes 42-day makeover
Celebrity Silhouette has undergone a 42-day revamp ahead of its summer season based in Southampton. The Solstice-class vessel’s makeover is part of Celebrity Cruises’ $500 million project to update nine ships across the fleet and bring them in line with … Read more…
MSC Meraviglia Given Clean Bill of Health
MSC Cruises announced that the MSC Meraviglia has been given a clean bill of health by Mexican health officials following medical checks on a crew member and a young female guest who both had common seasonal flu after the vessel … Read more…
Virgin Voyages Cancels New York Introduction
Virgin Voyages has cancelled its March introduction events of the Scarlet Lady in New York and the ship will instead sail straight to Miami, its homeport. Said Virgin in a prepared statement: “In light of the current news headlines, we … Read more…
CMV Launches Largest-Ever 2021 European Season, Including Rotterdam Regatta
Following the recent announcement that Amy Johnson will join the Cruise & Maritime Voyages’ (CMV) fleet in 2021, the cruise line has launched its full programme of itineraries for next year’s European summer. The 2021 European Summer Season is CMV’s biggest launch … Read more…
Norwegian Cruise Line Introduces All-New Norwegian Spirit Following an over $100 Million Revitalisation
Most Extensive Bow-To-Stern Renovation in Company’s History Extends to All Dining Venues, Staterooms and Public Areas Norwegian Cruise Line, the innovator in global cruise travel, today unveils the all-new Norwegian Spirit following an over $100 million renovation as part of The … Read more…