Ocean Cruising

Ocean Cruising

Cruise ships have set sail once again. Here’s what you need to know before your next holiday

COVID outbreaks on cruise ships can’t be prevented but health protocols in Australia are now some of the toughest in the world.

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While COVID outbreaks on cruise ships can’t be prevented, health protocols in Australia are now some of the toughest in the world.

Watch: Cruise ship stuck in massive swell with thousands of passengers on board

The Coral Princess is unable to dock in wild weather off the coast of Queensland.

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Footage shows the seasick-inducing conditions aboard the Coral Princess as it circles off Queensland.

Virgin Voyages’ adults-only ‘premium’ cruise ship to set sail from Australia

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The Resilient Lady will be based in Port Melbourne from December 2023.

First cruise ship returns to Sydney after two-year COVID ban: ‘We’re home’

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The Pacific Explorer arrives in Sydney Harbour on April 18.

Federal government reveals when cruise ships could return to Australian waters

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Australians could be allowed to set sail on a cruise ship by Christmas

Cruising industry calls to be included in Trans-Tasman travel bubble

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It’s understood the government is nervous about the resumption of cruising following the Ruby Princess debacle, which has been linked to more than 660 cases and 28 deaths.