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Multitudes of travellers and cruise operators are booking their spots, jump-starting the comeback of the $150 million tourism giant. Source: Getty

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Cruising returns to QLD with first ship arriving in new Cruise Ship Terminal

Queensland is all set for the return of cruising with the Brisbane International Cruise Terminal welcoming the state's first cruise ship in two years next week. Arriving Thursday, June 2, P&O's Pacific Explorer will pioneer the lead of 50 voyages into the $177 million port.

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The best ways to prepare for your next adventure

The best ways to prepare for your next adventure

This comprehensive travel checklist and guide is here to help you be prepared for any occasion-no matter where you are!

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The best ways to prepare for your next adventure

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Cruise returns to New Zealand: the things you need to know

Cruise returns to New Zealand: the things you need to know

The New Zealand government has formally announced that their international borders will fully reopen to cruising on July 31, 2022. Travellers can at long last take in NZ's natural beauty as they set sail once again.

Written byMatthew Hart

Cruise returns to New Zealand: the things you need to know

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Cruise ships return to Aussie shores after two years

Cruise ships return to Aussie shores after two years

The Pacific Explorer from P&O Cruises has become the first cruise ship to arrive on Australian shores since the start...

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 18: The Pacific Explorer arrives in Sydney Harbour on April 18, 2022 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Brendon Thorne/Getty Images)

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Cruises are back! Everything you need to know before setting sail

Cruises are back! Everything you need to know before setting sail

It's official! Cruising will soon resume in Australia following the Federal Government's announcement they will not renew the long-standing cruise ships ban in Australia.

Written byMatthew Hart

With the cruise ban set to lift on April 17, 2022, the country’s cruise companies are gearing up to set sail once again. Source: Getty Images.

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It’s official! Cruising to resume on April 17

It’s official! Cruising to resume on April 17

The federal government has officially announced they will not renew the long-standing cruise ships ban in Australia, with the ban scheduled to lift on April 17, 2022.

Written byKiara Camuglia

The Australian Government has detailed the additional measures introduced to international cruises to ensure passenger health and safety. Source: Getty

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Cruise to resume! Australian cruise ban to end on April 17

Cruise to resume! Australian cruise ban to end on April 17

Cruising is set to resume in Australia, with the ban on cruise ships likely to lift on April 17, 2022.

Written byKiara Camuglia

The cruise ship ban in Australia was first imposed in March, 2020. Source: Getty

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2022 Aussie town of the year announced

2022 Aussie town of the year announced

Situated in Northern Tasmania, you can find this riverside city famed for its panoramic view, walking trails, and vineyards stretching along the river.

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Launceston is a riverside city in northern Tasmania. Famed for the Cataract Gorge, with panoramic views, walking trails, sculpted gardens and a chairlift. Source: Getty

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Ship of dreams: Cunard announces newest royal inspired cruise ship

Ship of dreams: Cunard announces newest royal inspired cruise ship

Luxury British cruise line 'Cunard' has announced the name of their newest ship, 'Queen Anne', continuing their long-running theme of royally-inspired fleets.

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'Queen Anne' will be the fourth ship in Cunard's 'royal' themed fleet. Source: Getty

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Australia, open for business: Scott Morrison announces international arrivals welcome

Australia, open for business: Scott Morrison announces international arrivals welcome

"Australia will reopen to all fully vaccinated visa holders, welcoming the return of tourists, business travellers, and other visitors from 21 February," PM Scott Morrison said.

Written byAimee Courtney

Australia has reopened for business. Source: Getty

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