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Coral Expeditions has unveiled an ambitious new international program for 2026/27, opening new frontiers across Papua New Guinea, the Spice Islands, Melanesia, and the South Pacific. Highlights include FIVE NEW Papua New Guinea itineraries, reaching further into remote communities than ever before... Passage through the Melanesian Arc  14 Nights | Nov 2026 & Oct 2027 [Read more...]

Coral Expeditions has launched its 2027 Kimberley season, with 47 departures scheduled between March and September. This includes the much-loved 10-night Darwin to Broome voyage, alongside refreshed itineraries such as the 10-night 'Coral Frontiers and Kimberley Icons', and two new 7-night Nature Photography voyages in collaboration with Australian Geographic. Beyond the Kimberley, Coral Expeditions is [Read more...]

We are thrilled to announce that we can now book the full collection of Imagine Cruising packages for our clients! These unique journeys combine exceptional cruises with carefully curated land tours, hotel stays, and cultural experiences, offering the best of both land and sea. Every package also includes international flights from Auckland for your convenience.* [Read more...]

Step aboard Coral Adventurer and uncover a side of New Zealand few ever see. These voyages take you from Bluff to the far reaches of Fiordland and Stewart Island/Rakiura, where remote sounds echo with waterfalls and birdsong, and rare wildlife roams freely. Witness native birds through a lush podocarp forest in Ulva, sail into the majestic [Read more...]

We are excited to introduce you to new small group women-only tours! These tours are designed with women in mind.  Special experiences include cooking classes, artisan workshops, photography walking tours, market tours, and visits to women-owned community groups and initiatives. This is where real connections happen! Whether it's the "Moroccan Heartbeat" or "Colours of India" [Read more...]

Since launching their first expeditions in 2007, Aqua Expeditions has remained committed to protecting the biodiversity of the remote destinations they explore. Today, with marine pollution and climate change posing growing threats to global ecosystems, Aqua takes seriously the responsibility to support environmental conservation. Over the past year, the company has made significant strides by [Read more...]

We’re thrilled to share exciting news for travelers seeking unforgettable luxury cruise experiences: Emerald Cruises is expanding its award-winning fleet with two new luxury boutique superyachts and one brand-new luxury river ship. This expansion brings the Emerald Cruises fleet to five luxury superyachts and twelve river ships, including eleven on the European waterways and one [Read more...]

We are delighted to share a preview of the new Scenic Eclipse 2027 and 2028 worldwide voyages which will be released mid-year. ITINERARIES - 17 March 2027 through to 18 April 2028 voyages are available HOW TO BOOK - Pre-register with a $250pp fully refundable deposit, by contacting Cruise Connections on 09 972 2030 or at  BROCHURES - [Read more...]

Experience the rare and awe-inspiring spectacle of a solar eclipse on three of Azamara's Solar Eclipse Cruises, designed to bring you closer to the wonders of the cosmos on the water. As the moon crosses the sun’s path, Azamara's nimble ships will navigate to the prime viewing spot, ensuring you have an unobstructed, front-row seat [Read more...]

Ponant Explorations Group – a world leader in luxury expedition cruises – has acquired a majority share in Aqua Expeditions. Aqua has constantly strived to set the standard for small-ship expeditions, and through this partnership, they aim to expand their presence in the experiential travel space, and empower Aqua’s journey to new horizons, starting with their entry into [Read more...]