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CCL & Bondi breathe life

SYDNEY’S Bondi lifeguards have delivered vital life-saving training to local communities in Vanuatu as part of Carnival Cruise Line’s (CCL) program to support South Pacific destinations.

Carnahan on APAC

ROYAL Caribbean Group’s VP, Business and Commercial Development Preston Carnahan, will take on destination development for the APAC region.

Clifford leads loyalty

FLIGHT Centre Travel Group (FCTG) has appointed Kathy Clifford as head of its new free-to-join loyalty program, World360 Rewards, which lets members earn points across cruise aviation, land touring, hotels, and more.

Asia’s largest fleet

FOUR state-owned enterprises in China are consolidating to operate what has become the largest fleet in Asia, led by China Tourism Group and industry partners.

Victory expeditions

OCEAN expedition company, Adventure Canada, has announced 2027 voyages aboard its new ship, Ocean Victory, with local rep Cruise Traveller now offering Aussies up 25% earlybird savings.

Porthole 01 Dec 25

DISNEY Cruise Line brought its magic to the streets of New York City during the 99th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade on Fri.

On location inFiordland, NZ 01 Dec 25

Ex-NZ Govt blasted by port boss

PORT of Auckland boss Roger Gray has let rip at what he called an “anti-cruise” agenda by the Ardern Government, but has praised the current coalition Government for its “customer focused positive attitude”.

Travelmarvel unveils ’27

TRAVELMARVEL has unveiled its 2027 Europe program, featuring river and coastal cruises, small group tours, and new city stays in Paris and Prague.

Atlas charts Preferred course

ATLAS Ocean Voyages, has announced a new guest enrichment program for a special ‘President’s Preferred Voyage’ to Antarctica in Mar 2026.