There is a swathe of new ships of all dimensions soon to be launched in 2018 and throughout the next decade. Some will be colossal, others mere minnows.
There is a ship for every budget this season with sixty cruise ships making over a thousand ports of call around Australia. Savvy passengers recognise the value of all-inclusive luxury cruise ships with alluring destinations around the globe, while others adore the razzmatazz that mega ships provide.
Despite the ebb and flow of global disruptions and climate flux, people are demonstrating unswerving faith not only in the security of cruising but also the value for money. Cruising is a fabulous means of accessing new destinations and Australians have enthusiastically embraced cruising with one in every nineteen taking a cruise holiday.
Trending strongly at the moment is the demand for luxurious ships and there is an insatiable appetite for the excitement of expedition cruising, which is definitely my personal favourite.
With the imminent arrival of Scenic Eclipse and Crystal Endeavour expedition cruising has never been so comfortable or luxurious. These mega yachts will have submarines, helicopters, underwater scooters, infinity pools, spas and multiple dining venues. Not to be outdone, Ponant are also launching four new expedition ships in 2018, the first to be launched is the 180 guest Le Laperouse with a multi-sensory lounge below the waterline for viewing marine life. What will they think of next!
Where luxury is concerned there is a flotilla of vessels offering all the services for guest to be spoilt rotten. Pampering and wellness programs have reached new levels, as have dining choices. Sophisticated fine dining experiences are de rigueur and multiple choice eating venues range from sushi to traditional and everything in between.
While expectations of luxury vary, most passengers agree a luxury brand should deliver maximum comfort and an exceptional onboard experience.
With so many choices of ships offering so many different itineraries it is important to find the right ship for your holiday. My experienced staff are fully accredited cruise agents and it is their mission to find you the best cruise holiday for the best value.
