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Regional benefits key in record cruise season – Lloyd
5 Dec 2023   /

Regional benefits key in record cruise season – Lloyd

The current cruise season will be one for the record books in terms of visitation but it is the benefits that it brings to the regions that are of most value to New Zealand, says Jacqui Lloyd.


Visitor boost for Whangārei with inaugural arrival of cruise
23 Nov 2023   /

Visitor boost for Whangārei with inaugural arrival of cruise

The district’s first ever cruise arrivals will visit Whangārei Town Basin, where the new Hundertwasser Art Centre is a ‘must see’ attraction.


Cruise return boosts Napier Port by $5m
16 Nov 2023   /

Cruise return boosts Napier Port by $5m

Napier Port revenue has risen $118.4m in the 2023 financial year thanks in part to the return of cruise.


Dunedin preps transport for 7k cruise visitors
14 Nov 2023   /

Dunedin preps transport for 7k cruise visitors

More than 7,000 visitors are expected to descend on Dunedin this week as two cruise ships berth at Port Chalmers on Friday.


Cruise control: New management of passenger impacts passes its first test…
13 Nov 2023   /

Cruise control: New management of passenger impacts passes its first test…

A new way of managing cruise has had its first test, with pleasing results, says NZCA.


…as ChristchurchNZ explains the new system and the options passengers have
13 Nov 2023   /

…as ChristchurchNZ explains the new system and the options passengers have

A new management plan is in place for cruise passengers disembarking in Lyttelton and ChristchurchNZ’s general manager of destination and attraction, Loren Aberhart, explains how it works.


NZ Cruise conference heads to Auckland
6 Nov 2023   /

NZ Cruise conference heads to Auckland

The 2024 New Zealand Cruise Association conference will be held in Auckland on Thursday 15 August.


Port Marlborough cruise passenger numbers rise 55%
6 Nov 2023   /

Port Marlborough cruise passenger numbers rise 55%

Port Marlborough has seen a 55.3% increase in the number of ferry and cruise passengers through its port this year.


Strong cruise return for South Port
1 Nov 2023   /

Strong cruise return for South Port

The operator of the country’s southernmost deepwater port says cruise has made a strong recovery,


Wellington expecting bumper cruise season
30 Oct 2023   /

Wellington expecting bumper cruise season

More than 200,000 cruise passengers are expected to stop in Wellington for the 2023/24 cruise season, says CentrePort.


Shuttle bus trial for Lyttelton cruise passengers
25 Oct 2023   /

Shuttle bus trial for Lyttelton cruise passengers

The free shuttle from the cruise berth is designed to limit the number of passengers who enter Lyttelton and use the public bus system. A transport plan will also be in place for the area.


Norwegian Cruise premieres APAC sailings
24 Oct 2023  

Norwegian Cruise premieres APAC sailings

Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Sun is heading to New Zealand, South Pacific, Asia and Australia for a six-month season over 2024-25.


Auckland to see 50+ cruise ships, 250k visitors
13 Oct 2023   /

Auckland to see 50+ cruise ships, 250k visitors

More than 50 cruise ships are expected to make 135 port stops in Auckland during the 2023-24 summer season.


Cruise brings 2.5k visitors to Nelson
6 Oct 2023   /

Cruise brings 2.5k visitors to Nelson

Seven cruise ships brought more than 2,500 visitors to the Nelson Tasman region between November 2022 and March this year, according to Port Nelson.


Cruise demand for NZ booming, new entrants, vessels coming – House of Travel
3 Oct 2023   /

Cruise demand for NZ booming, new entrants, vessels coming – House of Travel

A growing preference to explore NZ and the Pacific by sea is attracting more cruise lines, ships and products.


Taranaki eyes $10.5m cruise boost in new strategy
2 Oct 2023   /

Taranaki eyes $10.5m cruise boost in new strategy

The plan aims to attract 28 vessels to the region annually by 2028.


Lyttleton Port flags need for better cruise management
2 Oct 2023   /

Lyttleton Port flags need for better cruise management

Lyttelton Port Company is stressing the need to better manage cruise passenger numbers in the town.


House of Travel expands cruise business
28 Sep 2023   /

House of Travel expands cruise business

House of Travel is expanding its cruise strategy with a new dedicated team to meet the surge in demand for that type of travel.


Picton plans for bumper cruise season with 120k passengers expected
20 Sep 2023   /

Picton plans for bumper cruise season with 120k passengers expected

Picton is preparing for a buoyant cruise season with around 120,000 passengers and 42,000 crew expected from October.


Biosecurity NZ reminds cruise lines about biofouling
15 Sep 2023   /

Biosecurity NZ reminds cruise lines about biofouling

Biosecurity New Zealand is reminding cruise lines to brush up on the country’s biofouling rules ahead of their summer voyages.


Princess Cruises funds penguin support
8 Sep 2023   /

Princess Cruises funds penguin support

Carnival Corporation’s Princess Cruises is providing funding for Dunedin-based Natures Wonders to support penguin colonies around Otago.


NZCA seeks feedback on national cruise strategy
28 Aug 2023   /

NZCA seeks feedback on national cruise strategy

New Zealand Cruise Association is seeking feedback from the tourism sector to help inform the development of its national cruise strategy.


Cruise ship visits to grow 23% – Port of Tauranga
25 Aug 2023  

Cruise ship visits to grow 23% – Port of Tauranga

Port of Tauranga expects 108 cruise ship visits during its 2024 financial year, up 23% from the 88 recorded in FY23.


Cruise boosts Environment Southland income by $2m
23 Aug 2023  

Cruise boosts Environment Southland income by $2m

Cruise ships contributed $2.1m in marine fees to Environment Southland’s income over the 2022/23 period.


NZCA Conference: Passengers, ships, spend to top pre-Covid this season
18 Aug 2023   /

NZCA Conference: Passengers, ships, spend to top pre-Covid this season

The industry is seeing a strong recovery with passenger numbers this season expected to exceed the 2018-19 record.


Cruise brings in $5m for Napier Port
17 Aug 2023   /

Cruise brings in $5m for Napier Port

Napier Port has reported revenue from cruise ships to $5.3m for the nine months to 30 June 2023.


NZ’s first national cruise strategy in development
2 Aug 2023   /

NZ’s first national cruise strategy in development

A new national cruise strategy is being developed, which will aim to unify and grow the industry in New Zealand.


“It’ll be one of the largest seasons we’ve ever had” – NZCA’s Jacqui Lloyd
27 Jul 2023   /

“It’ll be one of the largest seasons we’ve ever had” – NZCA’s Jacqui Lloyd

The association’s new CEO on the strengthening cruise recovery and the challenges and opportunities ahead.


Henare to speak at cruise Conference
11 Jul 2023   /

Henare to speak at cruise Conference

Tourism Minister Peeni Henare and Ponant chief executive Chris Hall are amongst the speakers at the New Zealand Cruise Association Conference in Christchurch next month.


“I don’t have to be diplomatic anymore” – Kevin O’Sullivan’s parting words
3 Jul 2023   /

“I don’t have to be diplomatic anymore” – Kevin O’Sullivan’s parting words

After nearly seven years leading NZCA, the former CEO hands out brickbats and bouquets after departing on Friday.


Stats NZ ditching cruise data “incredibly disappointing” – NZCA…
3 Jul 2023   /

Stats NZ ditching cruise data “incredibly disappointing” – NZCA…

Stats NZ is ending its cruise ship traveller and expenditure data just as the industry gets its first season under its belt following the pandemic.


…while P&O illustrates cruise value with $5m spend on NZ food, drink
3 Jul 2023   /

…while P&O illustrates cruise value with $5m spend on NZ food, drink

P&O Cruises says it will be spending $5m on Kiwi food and beverage to supply its Pacific Explorer during its Auckland season.


“Sweet As Brew” – P&O launches Kiwi lager with Auckland season
30 Jun 2023   /

“Sweet As Brew” – P&O launches Kiwi lager with Auckland season

P&O Cruises and New Zealand brewers Boundary Road Brewery have developed a new lager called Sweet As Brew.


“Incredible response” from NZ, Aus prompts Disney to confirm second cruise season
19 Jun 2023   /

“Incredible response” from NZ, Aus prompts Disney to confirm second cruise season

Disney Magic at Sea will return after its inaugural season this year to sail between October 2024 – February 2025.


NZCA puzzled by claim cruise a burden on Christchurch ratepayers
8 Jun 2023   /

NZCA puzzled by claim cruise a burden on Christchurch ratepayers

A claim from Environment Canterbury that cruise is impacting public transport in Christchurch has left the cruise industry bemused.


Napier Port 1H cruise revenue jumps to $5m
25 May 2023   /

Napier Port 1H cruise revenue jumps to $5m

Napier Port has reported cruise revenue of $5.1m for the six months to 31 March 2023.


Record NZ cruise season ahead with Disney, Virgin maiden sailings
23 May 2023   /

Record NZ cruise season ahead with Disney, Virgin maiden sailings

Next season will see newcomers Disney and Virgin make their maiden sailings to the country.


Summer cruise ends, 1100 port calls expected for 2023-24
26 Apr 2023   /

Summer cruise ends, 1100 port calls expected for 2023-24

The 2022-23 cruise season is wrapping up with the arrival of Celebrity Eclipse in Auckland today.


Napier ends cruise season with 62 vessel calls, 14 cancellations
11 Apr 2023  

Napier ends cruise season with 62 vessel calls, 14 cancellations

Napier has finished its cruise season with 62 vessel calls for the 2022-23 period and only 14 cancellations due to Cyclone Gabrielle.


Explore expands in Aus with new vessel, cruise offerings
28 Mar 2023   /

Explore expands in Aus with new vessel, cruise offerings

Explore Group is boosting its product range in Australia with a new ship providing expedition-style weekends for groups, events and incentive trips around the Whitsunday Islands.


NZCA’s O’Sullivan sets sail for retirement, Lloyd to take helm
27 Mar 2023   /

NZCA’s O’Sullivan sets sail for retirement, Lloyd to take helm

The CEO will retire in June after nearly seven years leading the cruise association.


Cunard’s Queen Anne puts NZ on itinerary
3 Mar 2023   /

Cunard’s Queen Anne puts NZ on itinerary

Cunard’s Queen Anne cruise ship will make its first sailing in New Zealand with a trip from Auckland via the Bay of Islands to Sydney in 2025.


…while Hawke’s Bay preps for cruise restart
1 Mar 2023   /

…while Hawke’s Bay preps for cruise restart

Ships will not draw any water or power from the region or drop waste during their visits.


Cruise navigates NZ’s extreme weather, offers support to hard-hit regions
17 Feb 2023   /

Cruise navigates NZ’s extreme weather, offers support to hard-hit regions

Port calls at Napier remain off the itinerary while Hawke’s Bay and East Coast count the cost of Cyclone Gabrielle.


Virgin Voyages brings cruise agent programme to NZ
9 Feb 2023   /

Virgin Voyages brings cruise agent programme to NZ

Virgin Voyages has launched its First Mates offering for travel partners in New Zealand.


CLIA to bring cruise showcase to Auckland
8 Feb 2023   /

CLIA to bring cruise showcase to Auckland

Cruise Lines International Association will bring its cruise showcase to Auckland in May with this year’s theme being “Cruising into the Future”.


Napier Port expects 81 cruise vessel visits
16 Jan 2023  

Napier Port expects 81 cruise vessel visits

Cruise vessel bookings at Napier Port are recovering well, according to first-quarter 2023 trade volumes published last week.


Nominations open for CLIA cruise awards
25 Nov 2022   /

Nominations open for CLIA cruise awards

Nominations are open for the 20th Cruise Industry Awards, held by Cruise Lines International Association Australasia.


Avis, Princess Cruises top Quality Service Awards
23 Nov 2022   /

Avis, Princess Cruises top Quality Service Awards

Avis and Princess Cruises have won top accolades at the Reader’s Digest Quality Service Awards 2023.


Singular cruise ship brings $12k to Napier in FY22
16 Nov 2022  

Singular cruise ship brings $12k to Napier in FY22

The single domestic cruise ship visit to Napier in the year to September 2022 was worth $12,000, according to Napier Port’s 2022 annual report.