| Porthole 21 Feb 25

Porthole 21 Feb 25

A German man has set a new Guinness World Record for underwater living, after completing a 120-day tenancy in what he calls a ‘SeaPod’.

On location on boardOvation of the Seas 21 Feb 25

Cruise Calendar 21 Feb 25

CURRENT ports of call in Australia and New Zealand.

CW for Fri 21 Feb 2025

Eden seeks cruise input, Celestyal Journey refurb, Oceania’s new culinary tours, and much more.

Azamara double act dazzles Sydney

TWO Azamara ships sailed into Sydney Harbour yesterday (pictured), for the first time in the cruise line’s history.

Get ready for the World

MSC Cruises’ latest flagship, MSC World America (pictured), has entered her final phase of preparation for her debut season in the Caribbean.

Fly-cruise picking up speed

CRUISE Lines International Association Head of International Training & Development Peter Kollar has emphasised the importance of fly-cruise, describing it as the future of the cruise sector.

RCI’s new Legend

ROYAL Caribbean (RCI) has unveiled the name of its third Icon-class ship, Legend of the Seas, which will make her debut in Europe in Aug 2026 (CW yesterday).

Rock with Chimu

TRAVELLERS can rub shoulders with a rock star on their next cruise, with Chimu Adventures launching a new 11-day journey featuring special guest Mark Seymour, frontman of Aussie band, Hunters & Collectors.

Ponant appoints

PONANT has announced the appointment of Fiona Stewart as the new State Manager for WA & SA.