16th October 2026 Cruise / CustomsCruise passengers will save $19.91 in combined Customs arrival and departure levies from 1 July 2027.
15th October 2026 Cruise / CrystalCrystal has included New Zealand voyages in its newly released 2028–29 cruise programme, with its Crystal Symphony scheduled to sail through Fiordland in December 2028.
13th October 2026 Cruise / Scenic CruiseScenic Group plans to broaden its cruise options in New Zealand with an expanded Asia Pacific yacht offering in 2028.
8th October 2026 Cruise / SilverseaSilversea is adding new combined New Zealand itineraries and scenic cruising through Dusky Sound to its 2028-29 programme.
7th October 2026 Cruise / WellingtonNZWellington is introducing a new inner harbour berth trial and permanent cruise shuttle hub to improve passenger arrivals this season.
5th October 2026 Cruise / Lyttelton PortLyttelton Port Company has reported 61 cruise vessel visits for the year to June 2026 but has assumed limited growth over the long term.
2nd October 2026 CLIA / CruiseNew Zealand’s cruise season gets under way in earnest this weekend as the industry launches a month-long campaign to promote cruise holidays and support travel agent sales.
30th September 2026 Cruise / Port NelsonPort Nelson’s cruise schedule halved from eight to four ship visits over the year to June 2026, with another drop expected this coming season to three.
21st September 2026 Biosecurity / CruiseNew Zealand will receive fewer cruise ships but more voyages during the 2026/27 season, with 33 vessels scheduled to make 95 voyages between October 2026 and June 2027.
17th September 2026 CentrePort / CruiseThe port operator says ships capable of carrying more than 140,000 passengers are already booked for Wellington’s 2028/29 season.
14th September 2026 Cruise / IVL / T&H MinisterThe govt says the funding will improve the arrival experience for cruise passengers, enhance public spaces, and create a more welcoming gateway to the township.
31st August 2026 Cruise / Princess Cruises / T&H MinisterThe Crown Princess’ arrival in Auckland on Saturday marked the start of the 2026/27 cruise season.
