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Australia welcomes its new Queen

CUNARD Line’s new ship Queen Anne made her Australian debut on Fri, sailing into Sydney Harbour (pictured) as part of her 107-day maiden world voyage.

Oceania’s new northern summer cruises

OCEANIA Cruises is offering a series of voyages to Canada, New England, and Iceland this summer, featuring immersive, small-group shore excursions and culinary experiences.

School’s in for Helloworld

HELLOWORLD’S national cruise masterclasses have kicked off, with the company’s cruise division teaming up with the Helloworld Travel Academy for the series.

Swan opens 26/27

SWAN Hellenic has launched its 2026/27 Antarctic season, featuring 24 round-trip sailings from its Ushuaia homeport.

Crown Princess tilt

THIRTEEN passengers and three crew members on Crown Princess are recovering from minor injuries sustained when strong winds caused the ship to tilt beyond normal levels.

Research cruise

BOOKINGS are now open for a citizen science cruise to the Great Barrier Reef, where guests can contribute directly to key research initiatives.

NCLH seeks peace

IF peace is achieved between Russia and Ukraine, it would create a “significant tailwind” for Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH), according to the company’s CEO, Harry Sommer.

Porthole 03 Mar 25

MORE than 3,000 Star Trek fans will go ‘where no man has gone before’ and set sail on a special fan cruise to celebrate the iconic show’s 60th anniversary next year.

On location on boardCelestyal Journey 03 Mar 25

Cruise shines at Virtuoso

SEVERAL cruise lines were honoured at Virtuoso’s second annual regional awards, which took place during the luxury network’s Australia and New Zealand Forum in WA this week.