Cruise Passenger Magazine

Cruise Passenger magazine began its journey in 1996 as an independent publication released twice a year, dedicated to representing the interests of cruise passengers. Over the years, our love for cruising, ships, destinations, and itineraries has expanded alongside the thriving industry. Today, we publish our magazine four times a year, aiming to both educate and motivate current cruise enthusiasts, and to encourage those who have yet to experience a cruise to consider it for their next vacation.

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Carnival Adventure Cancels Cruises For 15,000

2 days ago | cruisepassenger.com.au | Tallis Boerne Marcus

Carnival Cruises has cancelled six cruises on Carnival Adventure. These cruises were set to take place to mid 2027. It’s not yet sure why the cruises were cancelled, with possible explanations ranging from a private charter to new Aussie homeports. Carnival has cancelled around a month’s worth of sailings on the new Carnival Adventure for mid-2027. Intriguingly, at this point, the line is refusing to say why.
New Zealand Government Confirms It Will Not Ban Cruise Ships In Milford Sound

3 days ago | cruisepassenger.com.au | Tallis Boerne Marcus

New Zealand has confirmed that it will not ban cruise ships from Milford Sound after the government put forward a proposal in 2021. This proposal has been under consideration since 2021, making it difficult for the cruise industry to plan ahead and offer stability in New Zealand. This announcement may help New Zealand reverse the country’s trend of seeing lower and lower cruise visitation numbers.
Despite Australia's Cruise Success, Cunard Confirms It Won't Be Bringing Any Ships Here

4 days ago | cruisepassenger.com.au | Tallis Boerne Marcus

Cunard has released its deployments for the 2027/28 season, becoming one of the first lines to do so. The announcement confirms the line won’t return a ship to homeport in Australia. This follows an industry trend, with several cruise lines reducing or removing their presence in Australia. Cunard has released its deployments for the 2027/28 season, and sadly, Australia is nowhere to be seen.
Lines Warn Was River Cruising Prices Go Up This Year

4 days ago | cruisepassenger.com.au | Tallis Boerne Marcus

River cruising continues to increase in popularity, and as demand climbs, so do prices. Some cruise lines are seeing increases of 20 per cent in river cruise fares over just a two-year period. With some lines reporting strong forward bookings, the only way to beat the rises is to buy today. River cruising, particularly in Europe, is seeing such growth that lines like Viking have sold 92% of capacity for passenger cruise days for the 2025 season and 37% of its capacity for the 2026.
Carnival Luminosa Ship Guide, Deck Plans, & Photos

5 days ago | cruisepassenger.com.au | Tallis Boerne Marcus

While Carnival Luminosa is quite new to the Carnival fleet, previously serving as Costa Luminosa for Costa Cruises. it has proved a big hit after its first Australian season with its homeport in Brisbane. Shortly after being acquired by Carnival, the ship was refitted, but there is still a distinctively Italian feel to it, thanks to its Costa Cruises roots. Otherwise, it maintains the same feel as Carnival’s other family-fun ships.
Ponant Explorations Launches Fly, Stay And Cruise Package For The Kimberley In 2026

5 days ago | cruisepassenger.com.au | Teresa Ooi

The package includes return economy flights, premium accommodation with transfers and a 10-night luxury expedition. Itineraries are between Broome and Darwin or between Broome and Fremantle. Bookings must be made by 30 September 2025. Ponant Explorations has launched a Fly, Stay and Cruise package for adventure seekers cruising the Kimberley next year.
Australian Cruise Is Rising But CLIA Issues A Warning

5 days ago | cruisepassenger.com.au | Tallis Boerne Marcus

CLIA has released its figures on how the Australian cruise industry fared in the year 2024. Australia’s post-pandemic cruise growth continues, nearly matching its record year in 2018, with a massive 1.32 million. However, the head of Cruise Lines International Association Australasia warns that governments need to work harder to persuade operators to base ships here.
A&K Reveals New Expeditions From Polynesia To The Poles

6 days ago | cruisepassenger.com.au | Teresa Ooi

There’s an 11-day expedition to see the Arctic wildlife in Svalbard. There’s an 11-day expedition to explore the Wild Coasts of the British Isles including the remote point St Kilda. There’s a 16-day expedition to French Polynesia and a visit to an uninhabited atoll on Tuamoto Island. Abercrombie & Kent has unveiled three new expeditions to sail the icy frontier of Arctic Svalbard, the wild shores of the British Isles and the far-flung islands of French Polynesia in 2026.
Carnival Luminosa Deck Plans

6 days ago | cruisepassenger.com.au | Bernadette Chua

Carnival Adventure is currently homeported in Sydney, Australia. Take a look at the deck plan for more information. The ship offers a wide range of accommodations, from luxurious suites with large balconies and extra perks to more affordable interior and oceanview cabins. While Carnival Luminosa is quite new to the Carnival fleet, previously serving as Costa Luminosa for Costa Cruises.
Celebrity Solstice To Undergo Huge Makeover As Part Of A USD$250 Million Fleet Upgrade

1 week ago | cruisepassenger.com.au | Bernadette Chua

Celebrity Cruises will be upgrading all Solstice-class ships. The line will spend USD$250 million, starting with Aussie favourite, Celebrity Solstice. There will be huge changes including new restaurants as well as new types of suite accommodations. One of Australia’s favourite Celebrity Cruises’ ship, Celebrity Solstice is undergoing a huge makeover along with her sister ship.