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Porthole 15 Aug 25

LIFE onboard cruise ships for entertainer James Bustar must never be dull, especially when passing through ship security, but he takes it in his stride.

On location on boardStar of the Seas 15 Aug 25

‘Critical juncture’ for NZ

NEW Zealand Cruise Association (NZCA) Chair Tansy Tompkins has issued a rallying cry to the sector that the country’s outlook for cruising is “deeply concerning” and requires urgent action.

Princess’ new partners

PRINCESS Cruises will expand its Local Partnerships program to include scope for conserving cultural heritage as well as environmental stewardship.

Five for A&K sailing the Nile

ABERCROMBIE & Kent (A&K) has introduced Nile Seray, its fifth luxury riverboat in Egypt, which sets sail in 2026.

Agents sail into fun on board Carnival Panorama

SIX of Flight Centre AU & NZ’s top-selling agents were rewarded with an unforgettable famil aboard Carnival Panorama – Carnival Cruise Line’s spectacular Vista-class ship, homeported year-round in Long Beach, California and hosted by BDM Jordy Clayton and Trade Engagement Manager Liz Simbaqueba.

Ponant is en pointe

PONANT Explorations State Manager Victoria & Tasmania Annabelle Brown recently hosted an exclusive famil aboard Le Laperouse on a voyage from Oslo to Copenhagen.

Pearl’s false start

PEARL Expeditions is now underway with its maiden itinerary from Broome to Wyndham after regulatory delays forced the line’s original voyage to be cancelled.

Silversea appoints

SILVERSEA has appointed Gianluca Sparacino as its new Global Head of Food and Beverage, effective 18 Aug.

Porthole 14 Aug 25

A boat owner in Orange County recently had to commandeer his vessel back from a rather cute imposter – a Californian sea lion.