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Cruises from Auckland in 2024

Explore cruises from auckland in 2024.

Discover cruises departing Auckland in 2024. Some last 1-3 nights, others go for 14 nights or more. You'll visit beautiful places like Auckland, the Bay of Islands, Tauranga, Picton, Lyttelton, and Dunedin. Whether you want a quick trip or a longer adventure, these cruises have something for you. Experience the stunning landscapes of New Zealand, from sandy beaches in the Bay of Islands to the historic streets of Dunedin. Start your journey from Auckland and enjoy the natural beauty and culture of these amazing places.

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6 nights | australia / new zealand | princess | royal princess.

• Interior $418.00
• Balcony $568.00
• Suite $858.00

2 Nights | New Zealand | Disney Cruise Line | Disney Wonder

• Interior $426.60
• Oceanview $465.70
• Balcony $553.10
• Suite $1,082.10

8 Nights | Australia / New Zealand | Princess | Crown Princess

• Interior $494.00
• Oceanview $670.00
• Balcony $1,241.00
• Suite $1,349.00

4 Nights | Australia | Disney Cruise Line | Disney Wonder

• Interior $756.00
• Oceanview $900.00
• Balcony $1,140.00
• Suite $2,760.00

3 Nights | New Zealand | Disney Cruise Line | Disney Wonder

• Interior $817.65
• Oceanview $879.75
• Balcony $1,028.10
• Suite $1,852.65

Find fun cruise trips departing from Auckland in 2024! You can book your spot at cruisebooking.com . These trips take you to beautiful places on big, fancy cruises. You can see pretty beaches, cool cities, and meet new people. Book your cruise now and have a great time.

FAMOUS PORTS OF CALL FROM AUCKLAND

Auckland is a bustling port city in New Zealand. It's known for its stunning harbors, diverse culture, and vibrant city life. The port handles goods and connects New Zealand to the world.

Nestled in the Marlborough Sounds of New Zealand, Picton is a picturesque port town. It serves as a gateway to the South Island, offering scenic ferry rides and access to marine activities.

Dunedin, located on New Zealand's South Island, boasts a historic port. It facilitates trade, tourism, and fishing activities. Visitors can explore its charming streets and nearby natural wonders.

Melbourne, a major city in Australia, features a bustling port. It's vital for shipping, tourism, and industry. The port contributes to Melbourne's dynamic economy and cultural diversity.

Geelong, near Melbourne, is home to a thriving port. It supports regional trade, manufacturing, and recreation. The port plays an important role in the economic development of Geelong and surrounding areas.

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Pacific Explorer – South Pacific Bounty Discovery

Auckland Return

10 Nights: 1 October 2024  *Limited cabins left*

5 Ports of Call

Enjoy this 10-night cruise from Auckland during the October School Holidays visiting, Norfolk Island, New Caledonia and Vanuatu.  Spend your time ashore shopping, enjoying local sites and culture in Noumea and Port Villa.  Swim the crystal-clear waters of Lifou and Mystery Islands and experience the beauty of Norfolk Islands.

Itinerary 10 nights on P&O Cruises (X441): Day 1: Embark – Auckland Day 2: At Sea Day 3: At Sea Day 4: Mystery Island, Vanuatu Day 5: Port Villa, Vanuatu Day 6: Lifou, New Caledonia Day 7: Noumea, New Caledonia Day 8: At Sea Day 9: Norfolk Island Day 10: At Sea Day 11: Disembark - Auckland Itineraries may be changed at the cruise lines discretion

About Pacific Explorer:

There is Something for Everyone onboard Pacific Explorer.  Whiz down waterslides by day, enjoy great restaurants, bars and edgy stage shows at night. There’s something for every member of the family.

When it comes to dining, you are spoilt for choice with our range of everyday dining venues. Or treat yourself to something special at Luke's our amazing celebrity chef restaurant with Luke Mangan. Enjoy a mouth-watering signature burger at lunch or a delicious 3 course la carte dinner with the sunset. Or try the specialty venues P&O Trattoria and P&O Pizzeria, offering delicious Italian options.

P&O’s stylish yet relaxed modern Australian interior designs make Pacific Explorer the perfect place to holiday.

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Fares are per person in New Zealand Dollars, twin share, in stated category staterooms.  Prices include port charges, government taxes, (correct as at 1 May 2024).  Payment by cash or direct deposit – Q-Card & Credit Card prices are available.  Itinerary is subject to change. Additional conditions may apply. Our prices exclude international airfares, however if required, please ask your Our Cruise Specialist for options. Prices valid on selected sailings, for any other departures – please contact our specialists for more information.

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Go Fare: Room categories can be booked and guaranteed but actual room numbers are not allocated until closer to sailing and are allocated randomly so could be anywhere on the ship. We cannot request cabins near each other.  Any name changes incur an AUD$75 charge.  There are no benefits or perks with this fare type and require a non-refundable deposit.

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New Zealand / Aotearoa Cruises

Authentic experiences and extraordinary landscapes await onboard new zealand cruises.

Escape to this unhurried corner of the world, where Māori legends, steaming volcanic lakes, penguins and hobbits add to the magical landscape. From the historic North Island, known as "the birthplace of the nation," to the stirring drama of  Fiordland National Park / Piopiotahi  , a cruise to New Zealand / Aotearoa with Princess will defy expectations.

Across the Ditch cruise activities

Enjoy enriching experiences onboard and ashore

Princess Cruises proudly presents Across the Ditch, an immersive program designed to bring guests the very best of New Zealand / Aotearoa. Our program brings authentic Maori experiences, culture and local flavors onboard and ashore to showcase what makes New Zealand so unique. With more New Zealand wines, beers, entertainment, enrichment (including the Matariki Festival) and more Shore Excursions than ever before, you’ll have the chance to enjoy even more of this fascinating country as you journey Across the Ditch on a New Zealand cruise.

"Across the Ditch" is an affectionate term for crossing the Tasman Sea between Australia and New Zealand and vice versa - known colloquially as "the Ditch".

Excursions — your gateway to New Zealand's best attractions

On a cruise to and from Auckland, delight at the sight of glittering glowworms inside Auckland’s / Tāmaki Makaurau Waitomo Grotto, and enjoy an exclusive kiij at Māori and Polynesian exhibits in  Auckland . Travel along Akaroa’s Southern Alps, and see white-flippered blue penguins and New Zealand / Aotearoa fur seals on a cruise through Akaroa Harbour. On itineraries with More Ashore Late Night calls, we stay until at least 9 p.m. in port so you can experience some of the fabulous nightlife.

And with a range of  Discovery Recommended and Exclusive excursions  available only with Princess Cruises, you’ll see New Zealand in a whole new way.

Photo: Waitomo Glowworm Caves

Let Your New Zealand / Aotearoa Cruise Journey Begin

Lifestyle & culture.

Savor the unique tastes of an authentic Māori hangi or sample award-winning wines from  Picton . See how the Māori’s rich heritage comes alive in the Bay of Islands / Pēwhairangi, and discover how Napier’s / Ahuriri beautifully preserved 1930s architecture pays homage to the Māori by merging the linear symmetry of Art Deco with tribal motifs.

Photo: Traditional Māori welcome

Natural wonders & landscapes

Witness the unparalleled beauty of what locals call “Godzone” (God’s own country) on a hike into Tauranga’s / Tauranga Moana Wai-O-Tapu thermal valley and be rewarded with spectacular mud pools, geysers and rainbow-colored lakes. And just outside  Wellington , you’ll experience a world teeming with Māori myths, rugged coasts and adorable seals.

Be awestruck by the beauty of  Fiordland National Park / Piopiotahi , named one of the 7 Cruise Wonders of the World by  Condé Nast Traveler . And sail through the glassy waters and towering cliffs of Milford Sound, which was formed a millennia ago by massive glacial flows.

Photo: The volcanoes in the Wai-o-Tapu Valley

Unique experiences on New Zealand / Aotearoa cruises

New Zealand’s vast, dramatic and diverse landscape is the unrivaled home of Tolkien’s mythical Middle Earth. Journey to the city of Edoras and walk in the footsteps of  The Lord of the Rings  in Wellington, and visit Peter Jackson’s Weta Studios.

Marvel at the sight of twinkling glowworms in Auckland’s Glowworm Grotto, and explore Wellington’s Zealandia, nicknamed "Jurassic Park," in search of the giant weta – one of the world’s largest insects!

Photo:  The Lord of the Rings  movie sets in Hobbittown

Onboard enrichment on New Zealand / Aotearoa cruises

At Princess® we want you to enjoy an unforgettable New Zealand adventure. That’s why we’ve created a unique onboard program ‘Across the Ditch’ - with special regional experiences, including:

• See traditional folkloric performances, and learn the art yourself such as the Haka Māori War Dance or Poi Dancing.
• Enjoy kiwi favorites served on board New Zealand cruises, including Pavlova, or Lamb, or even a Hangi Dinner – a Māori tradition. Pair this with a glass of world famous wine from the Marlborough Region.
• Learn more about New Zealand’s rich history with a pop-up display from Auckland War Museum in the Atrium.
• Participate in “Festivals of the World” celebrations, such as Matariki, a Māori festival that marks the start of the Māori New Year, with ceremonial offerings and homage to whakapapa (ancestors). Celebrate with kiwi music, dance, crafts & even traditional face painting.

Photo: A traditional Māori Matariki Festival on board

Landmarks & Cultural Masterpieces

Don’t miss the famed Christchurch Botanic Gardens, which boasts the finest collection of exotic and indigenous plants in New Zealand, Port Chalmers’ Larnach Castle (the country’s only castle) or cruise to Auckland / Tāmaki Makaurau and see the Sky Tower, the tallest man-made structure in the southern hemisphere.

Photo: Larnach Castle in Dunedin

Art, museums & historic treasures

Wellington ’s number-one attraction, the Te Papa National Museum, showcases Māori and Pacific cultural treasures, New Zealand’s extraordinary natural life and its most important works of art.

Photo: The famous TranzAlpine Express in the Southern Alps

UNESCO world heritage sites

Sail into a world of surreal beauty in  Fiordland National Park / Piopiotahi , where the verdant flanks of snowcapped peaks plunge into the crystalline waters of ice-carved fiords. Or visit the Tongariro National Park outside of Napier / Ahuriri, which holds the title of first park in the world to receive UNESCO World Heritage status for both its natural and Māori spiritual and cultural value.

Photo: Fiordland National Park

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Before or after you set sail for the wonders of New Zealand, why not also discover some of Australia’s greatest attractions. Sailing from Sydney or Auckland / Tāmaki Makaurau, you can pair your cruise with a land tour to the Australian Outback to famed Uluru (Ayers Rock) and visit the Great Barrier Reef.

Photo: Australia’s magical Great Barrier Reef

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Embark on a cruise holiday with P&O in 2024. Our line-up of 2024 cruises ranging from 2 – 28 nights truly has something for everyone. Whether you’re travelling with family, friends or both, you’re sure to find the cruise that’s right for you. Plus, on a P&O cruise, your fare includes accommodation, main meals in designated restaurants, most entertainment and activities, Kids Clubs and travel to some pretty unique destinations. Secure your spot on your dream cruise holiday with our 2024 cruise deals, and put something in the calendar that you can really look forward to.

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We’re excited to announce our first 28-night mainland Australia circumnavigation in 90 years on Pacific Explorer. Departing from Brisbane or Sydney in June 2024, the historic cruisewill take guests to 11 iconic Australian ports, living up to its name, the ‘ Australian Explorer ’ cruise. One to cross off your bucket list.

Don’t have 28-nights to spare? Don’t worry. You can choose shorter one-way cruises. Plus, our new 2024 cruising season is jam-packed with more Pacific Island cruises , Short Breaks , themed cruises, iconic Main Event cruises , and more opportunities to explore our own beautiful backyard on a cruise holiday to remember.

With cruises ranging from 2 to 28 nights, there's a vast array of choices for the 2024 cruising calendar. Conveniently departing from Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide, Fremantle, Cairns and Auckland, P&O makes it easy to explore Australia or venture across the ditch to spectacular New Zealand with various cruise holiday packages .

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Best known for the Pacific Princess on the Love Boat, Princess Cruises has been a leading name in cruising and visits a wide range of destinations.

Satisfy your hunger for the unique and intriguing, whether it’s a rarely seen whale or a quirky new sport, with an Australia and New Zealand cruise.

The mild temperatures in Auckland enhance an outdoorsy cruise destination. Tour the many beaches, hike beautiful mountain ranges or just wander Auckland’s city streets.

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Fare type inclusions, including applicable terms, are available here: www.pocruises.co.nz/plan/how-to-book/pricing-structure. Valid for new bookings and not combinable with any other offer. Supplements apply for other room categories. Some rooms have obstructed views. Fare based on specified departure dates. Different fares apply to other dates listed. ^AU$1 deposit per person is non-refundable and deposit conditions differ from the standard P&O Booking and Travel Conditions. AU$1 deposit per person offer applies to cruises departing from 29 August 2023 booked at least 76 days prior to departure. 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Amount varies by room type and itinerary duration as specified and is applied to the first 2 guests only in a room. Guests can get up to a maximum of $600 per room. For cruises 2-6 nights: Interior/Oceanview rooms are eligible for $100 OBS per room. Balcony/Mini Suite/Suite rooms are eligible for $200 OBS per room. For cruises 7-11 nights: Interior/Oceanview rooms are eligible for $200 OBS per room, Balcony/Mini Suite/Suite rooms are eligible for $400 OBS per room For cruises 12+ nights: Interior/Oceanview rooms are eligible for $300 OBS per room, Balcony/Mini Suite/Suite rooms are eligible for $600 OBS per room. Australian Explorer cruises (28 nights+) receive up to $1000 OBS per room (interior and oceanview receive $500 OBS per room, balcony and above receive $1000 OBS per room). 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P&O Cruises Australia shutting down as Carnival Cruise Line grows

T ravellers planning to book a cruise on the P&O Pacific Explorer around New Zealand may want to hold tight after an announcement by the brand.

P&O Cruises revealed the Australia brand will be sunset in February. All sailings on the Pacific Explorer will be cancelled from March 2, while Pacific Adventure and Pacific Encounter will be integrated into the sister line, Carnival Cruise Line.

The announcement was made via P&O’s website, which stated the company was “immensely proud of P&O Cruises Australia’s 90-year heritage”.

Carnival Corporation & plc, the cruise ship line’s parent company, announced the news on Tuesday and confirmed P&O would be integrated into Carnival Cruise Line. From March, it would no longer exist, but Pacific Encounter and Pacific Adventure would continue to sail under the Carnival Cruise Line brand.

It’s not unusual to see smaller cruise lines being restructured into larger lines.

“There’s been a lot of restructuring — a lot of bigger cruise lines, you take over smaller ones,” she says.

This does not mean P&O Cruises Australia is insolvent or business is tanking — rather, the parent company saw more efficiencies by restructuring the brand into its larger line.

A statement from Carnival Corporation CEO Josh Weinstein suggested the strategic move had been made to divert resources to where the most demand was.

“Despite increasing Carnival Cruise Line’s capacity by almost 25 per cent since 2019, including transferring three ships from Costa Cruises, guest demand remains incredibly strong,” he said.

“So, we’re leveraging our scale in an even more meaningful way by absorbing an entire brand into the world’s most popular cruise line.”

After the integration next year, Carnival Cruise Line will make up about 35 per cent of the company’s total global capacity. Between 2019 and 2028, Carnival Cruise Line is expected to grow 50 per cent.

Carnival, based in Miami, appears to see the South Pacific as too expensive to operate in.

“Given the strategic reality of the South Pacific’s small population and significantly higher operating and regulatory costs, we’re adjusting our approach to give us the efficiencies we need to continue delivering an incredible cruise experience year round to our guests in the region,” Weinstein said.

What happens to P&O Cruise passengers who booked trips?

Travellers booked on a Pacific Explorer cruise that departs after March 2 will have their trips cancelled and refunded.

P&O apologised for the “necessary” change and said all guests affected by the cancellations, including travel agents, had been emailed.

If passengers paid a deposit, they can receive a full refund or Future Cruise Credit with bonus Onboard Spending Money. Those who booked with travel agents will get their refund through their agent.

P&O said refunds could take up to 20 business days after the online form closes on June 30.

Cruises departing before March 2 will go ahead as planned. On October 30, the final Pacific Explorer sailing from Auckland is scheduled to depart, and arrive in Melbourne five nights later.

“If you are booked to cruise before this date, your itinerary is unaffected and we look forward to welcoming you on board soon,” the company wrote.

The Pacific Explorer returned to Auckland on August 12, 2022, after international borders reopened, to a fanfare welcome. Since then it’s operated many newsworthy cruises, including one that rescued a stranded man who had capsized near Noumea, and intercepted a small yacht in distress , providing medical care to one of the guests.

P&O Cruises Australia being shut down in 2025, refunds offered

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Watch: The Pacific Explorer's final ever sailing from Auckland will depart on October 30. Credits: Video - Newshub; Image - P&O Cruises Australia.

Australian cruise brand P&O is being axed and will cease to exist next year as part of a "strategic" move by its parent company Carnival Corporation & plc.

The P&O Pacific Explorer, which operates for some months of the year out of New Zealand, is being retired in February and refunds are being offered to customers booked on subsequent trips.

P&O Cruises Australia's other two cruise liners - the Pacific Encounter and Pacific Adventure - will be transitioned to Carnival Cruise Line branding.

Carnival Corporation CEO Josh Weinstein blamed the move on "the strategic reality of the South Pacific's small population and significantly higher operating and regulatory costs".

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P&O is a highly recognisable Australian brand that has been operating since 1932.

The Pacific Explorer's maiden voyage with P&O Cruises was in 2017 and it is set to return to Auckland next month, where it will be based until October.

When it was here last year, cruise director Damian Hewitt said it was a special ship that was a great option for first-timers.

"There's just something about this ship. It's got heart to it - it's not huge but it's not small either," Hewitt told Newshub at the time .

"The crew feel like family. They see the guests a lot more, they want to spend time with them and you want to spend time with them because all you're doing is walking past them and you're with them. You see them a lot more. There's something about that that makes this ship a bit more relaxing, a bit more like home and a bit more comfortable."

For customers booked on Pacific Explorer cruises before March, 2025 the company says those will operate normally.

Currently, the final-ever Pacific Explorer sailing to depart Auckland is set to do so on October 30 for a five-night one-way cruise to Melbourne.

New Zealand customers affected by the cancelled sailings will be contacted directly, the company said in a statement on its website .

"In early 2025 P&O Cruises Australia brand will be sunset and its operations integrated into sister line, Carnival Cruise Line. As a result, all itineraries on Pacific Explorer scheduled to sail after March 2, 2025 are being cancelled," the statement reads.

"If you are booked on one of these itineraries you will be contacted by guest services in the coming days with refund details. We apologise that this change has been necessary.

"If you are booked to cruise before this date, your itinerary is unaffected and we look forward to welcoming you onboard soon.

"We are all immensely proud of P&O Cruises Australia's 90-year heritage of dedicated operations in the region and Carnival Cruise Line are honoured to carry forward its storied legacy and continue to deliver the same onboard experiences and itineraries."

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Police foot patrols fell by 6% across auckland city between october and april data shows.

According to official police data published online, across the entire Auckland City police district foot patrols dropped between October and April, from just over 1213 patrols in October to 1135 in April. Photo: RNZ / Richard Tindiller

Official police data shows foot patrols in Auckland are down, not up.

Police minister Mark Mitchell, on Wednesday's Morning Report , lauded a 60 percent increase in foot patrols in the Auckland CBD in the six months since the government was elected to power.

But the raw figures give more context to his claims.

Police provided RNZ with the figures the minister was basing his claims on, and they show a 58 percent increase in foot patrols in March in the Auckland CBD, compared with October last year.

The figures show foot patrols in three parts of the CBD - Auckland Harbourside, Auckland Central West, and Auckland Central East.

Auckland Central West's numbers more than doubled, from 300 patrols in October to 684 patrols in March, but in Auckland Central East the number of patrols actually dropped, from 192 to 178.

The March figures given to the minister were about a third higher than any other month, and appear to be an outlier.

According to official police data published online, across the entire Auckland City police district foot patrols dropped by 6 percent between October and April, from just over 1213 patrols in October to 1135 in April.

Since election day, police foot patrols were lower in four of the next six months.

Mitchell first claimed a 58 percent increase in foot patrols at a public meeting on Tuesday night, in which residents told him they did not feel safe.

When he told the crowd there had been a 58 percent increase in foot patrols, one resident stood up and claimed that was "bollocks".

"I can count on one hand the number of police I've seen on the beat in the last three years in the central city," the man said, met with a round of applause from the crowd.

"It's not safe and I want to see cops rotating up and down the streets all day."

Across the wider Auckland region, the Counties Manukau and Waitemata police districts had a 38 percent increase in patrols.

They also increased nationwide.

Wellington and Northland went the other way, with foot patrols dropping by more than a third in both regions.

Police focusing on increased visibility, patrols

In a statement, police said they remained focused on having a visible presence to help ensure those living and working in central Auckland feel safe, with further announcements on additional support for Auckland expected next week.

Assistant Commissioner Tāmaki Makaurau Sam Hoyle said there had been a 63 percent increase in foot patrols by Auckland central staff from April 2023 to March 2024 when compared with the same period 12 months prior.

"A Police Patrol Base was established on Federal Street, in the heart of the city, more than a year ago.

Police acknowledged there had been some incidents in recent years that caused some concern amongst residents, workers and business owners, he said.

In recent years, police had observed increases in reported crime in central Auckland but this was now beginning to trend downward, he said.

Auckland CBD security not just a police problem - Heart of the City

Heart of the City is not considering dropping its own security patrols in Auckland CBD saying there are still not enough police foot patrols, although they have been more visible in the last six months.

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Last year business association Heart of the City spent $1.3 million on security patrols throughout the CBD because there were not enough police.

Its chief executive Viv Beck said they wanted to ensure that businesses in central Auckland had someone to call if they needed to.

Heart of the City still believes there are not enough police foot patrols, she said.

"But they have definitely made an effort with the resources they've got to have more visibility and we've found them very responsive in terms of issues we raise with them, but there's still a way to go and I think the minister made that clear, that they're not saying 'this is it'."

People need to feel safe again in the central city and it has only been post-Covid that they have been paying for security patrols, she said.

Auckland city security was a massive issue which need to be coordinated by multiple agencies, she said.

"We've asked, really since the beginning of holiday, for this to be a very coordinated approach with central government, local government, business associations and other parties to deal with what was such a massive issue, not just police it is actually multi-agency."

Beck said she was pleased that coordination would now take place with other ministers in areas such as health and housing.

"I think there's a strong acknowledgement that we haven't got enough police and we'll keep lobbying for that."

They are also discussing the possibilities of police having a presence in Auckland CBD which the minister is open to, she said.

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P&O Cruises to retire its brand in Australia, fold operations into Carnival Cruise Line

P&O Cruises Australia has announced its fleet will soon be sailing to its final berth, ceasing its operations in 2025 after more than 90 years on the water.

The Australian travel brand will fold its operations into parent company Carnival Cruise Line from March 2025.

P&O's Pacific Encounter and Pacific Adventure ships and workforce will be rebranded and transferred to the Carnival Cruise Line fleet, while the Pacific Explorer, previously known as the Dawn Princess, will be retired.

Passengers set to cruise in 2024 will not be affected, while customers who had cruises booked on the Pacific Explorer after March 2, 2025 will have the option of a refund or credit for Carnival with extra onboard spending money.

It is the end of an era for the popular brand, which first sailed from Sydney on December 23, 1932, on a seven-day itinerary calling at Brisbane and Norfolk Island.

The company's first permanent ship in Australia, the Fairstar — heavily promoted as "the fun ship" — was part of the fleet for nine years until 1997.

P&O Cruises Australia issued its surprise notice to customers on Tuesday.

"As a result, all itineraries on Pacific Explorer scheduled to sail after 2nd March 2025 are being cancelled," it said.

"If you are booked on one of these itineraries you will be contacted by guest services in the coming days with refund details.

"We are all immensely proud of P&O Cruises Australia's 90-year heritage of dedicated operations in the region, and Carnival Cruise Line are honoured to carry forward its storied legacy and continue to deliver the same onboard experiences and itineraries."

Crews on the Pacific Explorer were expected to be redeployed to other ships, but a small number of workers in the P&O Australia head office would lose their jobs, a spokeswoman said.

Acting P&O Cruises Australia and Carnival Australia lead Peter Little will be retained under the new title of country manager.

Carnival Cruise chief executive Josh Weinstein hailed P&O Cruises as a storied brand with an amazing team and lauded its accomplishments in Australia and the broader region.

"However, given the strategic reality of the South Pacific's small population and significantly higher operating and regulatory costs, we're adjusting our approach," he said.

The Carnival brand will see its fleet boosted by eight ships after also acquiring vessels from sister line Costa Cruises and ordering new ships to come into operation in 2027 and 2028.

Under the changes, Carnival will continue to be the largest cruise operator in the region with 19 ships, representing almost 60 per cent of the market.

The P&O ships will have technology upgrades, including an ordering app and loyalty program, but will retain the "familiar feel and much of the same experiences" for Australian guests, Carnival Cruise Line president Christine Duffy said.

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Carnival Corporation & plc owns a number of different brands including Carnival Cruise Line and Princess Cruises.

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The initials P and O stand for "Peninsular and Oriental", an abbreviation of The Peninsular and Oriental Steam Navigation Company.

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• There are 32 different dining and drinking venues on board, from Le Voyage by celebrity chef Daniel Boulud to the line's iconic Martini Bar.
• The onboard entertainment is incredible. The "Awaken" show combines popular music with acrobatics and lasers, while Ascent After Dark: Shine the Night invites cruisers to don metallic or sequin outfits for a deck party under the stars. 
• The Solarium adults-only pool area is a relaxing spot with comfortable lounge chairs, a pool and hot tubs; head to Eden for delightful cocktails and optimal sunset views.

You can think of Celebrity Cruises as the more adult cousin of Royal Caribbean International – which makes sense, considering both cruise lines are owned by Royal Caribbean Group. With all of the recent buzz around both brands, I was excited to sail on Celebrity Cruises' newest ship, Celebrity Ascent, in its debut month. I embarked out of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, in December 2023.

The 17-deck, 141,420-ton ship has 1,646 staterooms and can carry 3,260 guests at double occupancy. At 1,073 feet long and 128 feet wide, the ship has plenty of space for upscale amenities, edgy entertainment and incredible dining venues. The Edge Series ship also has more than 1,400 crew members who hail from 60 different countries around the world.

As an avid cruiser who has taken more than 50 ocean and river voyages on almost a dozen cruise lines, I found Celebrity Ascent lived up to the hype. The ship itself is stunning, and each area has a distinct vibe. I loved the ample amount of food and drink opportunities – there are 32 different venues – and the standout onboard entertainment was like nothing I had seen before on a cruise ship.

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Celebrity Ascent itineraries

Celebrity Ascent sails around the Mediterranean and the Caribbean over the next few years. Summer 2024 brings Ascent to Mediterranean ports of call in Greece, Turkey, Italy, France, Spain and Portugal. The Mediterranean season ends in October 2024, with a 13-night transatlantic sailing departing from Barcelona, Spain.

Late fall and winter sailings depart from Fort Lauderdale. The Caribbean season runs between November 2024 and April 2025. It includes seven- to nine-night voyages calling on ports like Aruba , Bonaire and Curacao ; Bimini, Bahamas ; Labadee, Haiti; Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands ; Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic ; and St. Maarten and St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands.

In late April 2025, it's back to the Mediterranean for the 2025 season between May and October. Ascent then returns to the Caribbean for sailings in late 2025; destinations include southern Caribbean locales, plus the Panama Canal and Royal Caribbean's private island in the Bahamas, Perfect Day at CocoCay. Similar Caribbean sailings are also on sale for early 2026.

Who should sail on Celebrity Ascent?

Celebrity Ascent, like its Edge Series sister ships, caters to adults traveling together. The overall vibe of the ship is upscale and modern, with plenty of places to grab a drink, enjoy a meal and watch a show. Couples can enjoy an elevated date night in Le Grand Bistro, while the aptly named Sunset Bar – which overlooks the rear of the ship – is the spot to be with a cocktail in hand as the sun sets into the horizon. This bar was easily my favorite spot on board; I spent most afternoons here enjoying a cocktail.

The deck parties, of which Ascent After Dark: Shine the Night is the premier event, are a fun time – but they aren't so loud that guests can hear the bass thumping in the staterooms below. Shows at The Theatre are fully immersive, with incredible technology and great music that had me dancing in my seat.

If you are traveling with children, know that there aren't many places on board for kids to just hang out and be kids. The Camp at Sea kids club is crammed into a small area on Deck 3, away from the main Grand Plaza and The Martini Bar.

Cruises on Ascent can be expensive, but Celebrity often runs deals on sailings. Without any promotions, sailings around the Mediterranean in 2024 and 2025 may run between about $1,000 and $5,600 per person. In comparison, 2024 and 2025 Caribbean voyages may cost between about $2,000 and $4,400 per person before discounts. (Note: Cruise rates can change frequently, based on demand and availability.)

The stateroom

There are over two dozen different stateroom styles on Celebrity Ascent. The smallest (and usually cheapest) rooms are the Inside Staterooms, which offer between 181 and 202 square feet of space. For solo travelers, the Single Inside Staterooms offer the same amenities as a double occupancy room, but with a smaller 103-square-foot layout and no single supplement fee at booking.

Ocean View Staterooms are slightly larger, at 200 to 242 square feet. There are three different room styles; the main difference among them is the size of the window. Options range from small windows in the middle of the wall to large, floor-to-ceiling picture windows.

Ascent's balcony cabins are quite varied, but the majority are Infinite Veranda Staterooms, where the balcony is actually a uniquely designed window that can be opened to let the ocean breeze in. There is a set of glass doors that can be drawn to make this space more private, as well.

Concierge Staterooms allow guests access to a dedicated concierge staff and exclusive onboard events. AquaClass cabins all feature the infinite balcony design, plus unlimited access to the SEA Thermal Suite, complimentary dining at Blu restaurant, fitness classes and a spa concierge.

Celebrity Ascent's suites are all part of The Retreat, the line's ship-within-a-ship concept where cruisers have access to an exclusive restaurant, a sun deck with a pool, a lounge and a dedicated crew. Suites range in size and style, from smaller 319-square-foot studios to massive two-bedroom suites offering more than 2,500 square feet of indoor and outdoor space.

When I sailed on Celebrity Ascent, I stayed in an AquaClass stateroom. The main living space had a king-size bed, which was cozy after long days of exploring the ship and nights spent on the dance floor. I found the cabin's couch a bit uncomfortable, but there was plenty of storage space in the large closet and drawers. Conveniently, the bed was high enough to fit my suitcases under.

Because this was my first time in an Infinite Veranda room, I was interested to see how the balcony actually worked. After pressing a button for the window to roll down, my room instantly filled with humid air – not the sea breeze I was expecting. The air conditioner also turns off when the window is down, so it takes a long time for the room to cool off again. I only opened the window once because of this. For me, the extra veranda space served as more of a sitting area to take in the views than a spot to enjoy the ocean breeze.

My stateroom's bathroom was spacious, with a larger-than-usual standup rain shower. I also loved the eco-friendly bath amenities, which smelled divine. I used the in-room bathrobes and slippers every day of the cruise.

I loved that my AquaClass stateroom came with some amenities that are not included in other Infinite Veranda rooms. There were two yoga mats, two bottles of water that were refreshed daily, a welcome bottle of sparkling wine, an umbrella, binoculars, complimentary shoeshine service and a pillow menu. AquaClass guests also have unlimited access to the spa's thermal suite, complimentary fitness classes and a dedicated spa concierge. I went to the thermal suite daily to enjoy the heated loungers and steam rooms.

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Best amenities on Celebrity Ascent

On Celebrity Ascent, you'll never be bored. Over just a few days, I was able to participate in game shows and dance parties, sit back and enjoy live music, and spend some time by the pool. While I don't gamble, the casino always seemed to be full when I walked by, and someone was always cheering about hitting the jackpot.

For live entertainment, be sure to catch Flash Flair Fusion, the nightly bartending performance at the Martini Bar. Meanwhile, the Theatre hosted three main shows during my sailing: "Residency," "Awaken" and "Bridges." (Based on my experience, "Awaken" is the production to prioritize.)

Additionally, The Club hosts most of the ship's game shows and some smaller live music events. I loved hanging out at this venue; it was never overly packed with people, and the games were pure fun. I even got called up on stage to participate in one of the games and ended up winning a Celebrity Cruises-branded hat.

For some outdoor fun, hit the onboard pickleball court. Or, head to the Rooftop Garden, where float pools face the ocean and plenty of comfy seating awaits. I loved how lush this space felt, thanks to all of the live plants surrounding the seating areas. This is also the spot to catch movies at night.

If you're looking for an even more unique place to hang out, head to The Magic Carpet. This bright orange, glass-encased bar hangs out over the side of the ship and is the perfect spot for an after-dinner drink. The Magic Carpet can move up and down the side of the ship, docking at select decks for a set amount of time. I loved hanging here at night as the ship was pulling out of port to see the islands light up and watch other ships pass by.

When planning out your evenings, keep in mind that it can be a trek to get from one onboard activity to the next – especially when there is very little time between many of the major scheduled events. One night, I started in The Club to watch a game show, then immediately had to get to the Theatre. After the theater performance, I had to walk the entire length of the ship and take the stairs to get to the night show in Eden. Then, after Eden, it was time for the Shine the Night deck party. By the time I got back to my stateroom, I was exhausted.

Best dining venues on Celebrity Ascent

There are 32 different spots for food and drinks on Celebrity Ascent, including four main dining rooms; four casual complimentary eateries; eight specialty restaurants; 14 cafes, lounges and bars; and two exclusive venues.

Included with the base fare are meals at the four main dining rooms, all of which serve the same menus every day, plus a small exclusive menu that's tailored to the theme of each restaurant. (For example, if you're dining in Cyprus, there is a small list of Cyprus-exclusive dishes that highlight Mediterranean cuisine, while the Normandie restaurant serves up French favorites.)

Other restaurants included in the cruise rate are Eden Cafe & Bar, which serves light bites and sweets; Mast Grill, offering burgers and salads; and Oceanview Cafe, a buffet open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

For an additional cost, head to specialty dining venues like the stunning Le Voyage by Daniel Boulud, which is great for date night; Le Grand Bistro, a fun take on a classic French Bistro; or Eden Restaurant, which features an entirely plant-based menu.

My favorite specialty dining option – and overall favorite restaurant on the ship – was Raw on 5. It features stunning chilled seafood towers, fresh sashimi and hot dishes like fresh lobster and shrimp wontons. Each dish was prepared beautifully, the service was top-notch and our table next to the window offered great views.

However, one restaurant I would skip is Fine Cut Steakhouse. It is a pretty standard steakhouse, and nothing on the menu really stood out to me. The upscale ambiance was also diminished by music floating in from the nearby Grand Plaza and Martini Bar (think: everything from One Direction to Cher). While both artists are great to hear while sipping a martini in a public space, I don't want to hear them while dining at an expensive restaurant.

Best excursions on Celebrity Ascent

Travelers cruising to the Caribbean should book a beach outing. There are abundant excursion options in St. Maarten and St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands . If you're into local brews, try the Small Group: Brewery & Beach Tour Philipsburg, St. Maarten .

On a past Mediterranean cruise, I explored both Florence and Pisa, Italy, while docked in the Italian city of Livorno. Celebrity offers a similar excursion aboard the Ascent. The day trip includes a scenic drive through the Tuscan countryside; exploring Florence and seeing the Ponte Vecchio and the Duomo; and a trip to Pisa to see the iconic learning tower. In Rome , consider doing an all-day tour where you can see the Colosseum, the Trevi Fountain and St. Peter's Square.

Regardless of where your cruise is headed, you may choose to explore ports on your own instead. If that's the case, be sure to give yourself enough time to get back to the ship. I always try to return at least an hour before the scheduled sail away time.

Overall impressions of Celebrity Ascent

When it comes to ships that cater to a mostly adult audience, Celebrity Ascent really has it all. From stunning common areas to incredible dining and entertainment, I was never bored on this ship. What I loved most was the wide range of entertainment, from pop-up music around the ship to full-blown experiences that need to be seen to be believed. The food on the ship is a step above most other major cruise lines, and the number of dining options is great, especially for longer sailings.

While I loved my room's location and amenities as a whole, I found the Infinite Veranda design to be a bit of a waste. When I did use it, my room got hot quickly and took a while to cool back down. I would consider booking a traditional veranda cabin next time, or a stateroom with a large picture window to save some money without sacrificing the ocean views.

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