Royal Caribbean’s 2025-2026 Season Brings 45 Exciting Journeys to Australia and Beyond

Wednesday, April 10, 2024

Get ready for an unforgettable summer as Royal Caribbean International unveils its exciting 2025-2026 lineup from Australia. Adventure seekers can look forward to action-packed experiences, from quick and daring escapes to the much-anticipated arrival of Anthem of the Seas in Sydney and the return of Voyager of the Seas to its new home in Brisbane. With 45 long and short journeys to the South Pacific, New Zealand, and Australia between November 2025 and April 2026, bookings are now open on Royal Caribbean’s website for an incredible season of making memories.

Royal Caribbean’s vice president and managing director of Australia and New Zealand, Gavin Smith, said: “Between the excitement of Anthem of the Seas making its Australian debut, Voyager’s return Down Under and more weekend getaways than ever before, the 2025-2026 summer season is one for the books. Every kind of holidaymaker can make memories in more ways than one with a varied line-up, from short getaways to a longer sailing from Asia, and new experiences like the show-stopping ‘We Will Rock You’ musical production, ice-skating shows and six exclusive family adventures created by Royal Caribbean and the Wiggly Friends.”

Anthem of the Seas – Now Sailing from Sydney

Royal Caribbean’s newest ship, Anthem, is making its debut in Australia as it arrives in Sydney in November 2025. Offering 24 holiday options ranging from 3 to 18 nights, adventurers can explore top destinations including rugged New Zealand, the sunny Australian coast, and the serene islands of the South Pacific.

This season, Anthem presents more short getaways than ever before. With five 2- to 4-night coastal cruises, travelers can enjoy packed days of thrills and create lasting memories with family and friends while at sea. Alternatively, they can opt for a 5-night getaway to Hobart, Australia. Longer 9- to 12-night cruises to New Zealand are also available, including festive sailings for Christmas and New Year celebrations.

Onboard Anthem, holidaymakers of all ages can look forward to a range of adventures, including skydiving on RipCord by iFly, exploring SeaPlex (the largest indoor activity space at sea), enjoying Latin-themed nights at Boleros, sampling global pints at the English pub, and savoring a variety of cuisines from family-style Tuscan favorites at Jamie’s Italian. The ship also offers world-class entertainment, featuring Royal Caribbean’s rendition of the Olivier Award-winning musical “We Will Rock You” with Queen’s iconic hits, and American delights from the retro-themed Johnny Rockets.

Voyager of the Seas – Departing from Brisbane, Australia

Starting December 2025, Voyager will set sail from Brisbane for the first time, offering 20 holiday options with a new destination added to its itinerary – Luganville, Vanuatu. Travelers can also choose from a series of 7- to 9-night escapes to Noumea, New Caledonia, and Port Vila, Luganville, and Mystery Island, Vanuatu, including special cruises over Christmas and New Year.

For those seeking longer journeys, Voyager offers a unique 12-night adventure from Singapore to Australia in December, with stops in Benoa, Bali, and Australian destinations such as Darwin and Airlie Beach. Additionally, there are 10 shorter 4-, 6-, and 7-night holidays that visit Airlie Beach and Cairns on Queensland’s sun-drenched coast.

Voyager caters to all with activities like The Perfect Storm waterslides, ice skating at Studio B, mini golf, and glow-in-the-dark laser tag at Battle for Planet Z. The ship’s entertainment lineup includes “Ice Odyssey” featuring professional ice skaters and “Broadway Rhythm & Rhyme” showcasing famous Broadway tunes.

The Ultimate Wiggly Adventure

Summer also brings the debut of six Wiggly Sailings, exclusive to Royal Caribbean, across Anthem and Voyager. Combining signature family experiences with The Wiggles’ excitement and adventures, these sailings offer character events, live concerts, exclusive merchandise, and more for young kids and their families to enjoy.

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