Cruising is one of the oldest forms of travel, but in the modern era it's often seen as something for retirees to do.

That's all changing though, with the number of cruise passengers growing by the year, and the average age is dropping at the same time. So today, we're talking all things cruising and giving you all the information you need if you are considering one, heading on your first cruise, or for those experienced cruisers we’ll find out some of the trends for 2025 and what we can expect from the cruising industry. 

And to do that, Lorna is joined by Joel Katz, the Australasia Managing Director for the Cruise Lines International Association.

Cruising is one of the oldest forms of travel, but in the modern era it's often seen as something for retirees to do.
That's all changing though, with the number of cruise passengers growing by the year, and the average age is dropping at the same time. So today, we're talking all things cruising and giving you all the information you need if you are considering one, heading on your first cruise, or for those experienced cruisers we&rsquo;ll find out some of the trends for 2025 and what we can expect from the cruising industry.&nbsp;
And to do that, Lorna is joined by Joel Katz, the Australasia Managing Director for the Cruise Lines International Association.

Looking for your next travel destination recommendation? Or the tips and tricks you need to get your holiday off the ground without a hitch? And what's the latest news from the world of tourism?

Join host Lorna Riley each week as she talks to all the experts from New Zealand and around the world to get the advice and insights you need to plan your next holiday. 

Looking for your next travel destination recommendation? Or the tips and tricks you need to get your holiday off the ground without a hitch? And what's the latest news from the world of tourism?
Join host Lorna Riley each week as she talks to all the experts from New Zealand and around the world to get the advice and insights you need to plan your next holiday.&nbsp;

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