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Welcome to On Board with Cruise Passenger, a podcast for everyone interested in holidays on our oceans and rivers.

You’ll get the latest news and reviews on cruise – presented by our panel and a series of prestigious guests.

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On Board with Cruise Passenger episodes:

06.20.2024
Australia's cruise crisis
Australia's love affair with cruise is facing stormy waters as government regulation and high prices drive cruise operators away. Editor-in-chief Peter Lynch and rose Kelly talk to the boss of the cruise lines own organisation Joel Katz about what's gone wrong and...
06.19.2024
The Ultimate Guide to Avalon Waterways
Join us as we chat with Chris Fundell from Globus Family Brands about his recent journey to Portugal aboard the Avalon Alegria. This brand-new ship on the Douro River offers an immersive experience, visiting charming towns, world-renowned vineyards, and Michelin-starred...
06.05.2024
On Board: The Ultimate Guide to Tauck River Cruising
Embark on a journey through Europe’s most enchanting waterways with our podcast, "On Board: The Ultimate Guide to Tauck River Cruising." In this episode, we sit down with David Clark from @tauck, a 99-year-old brand renowned for its exceptional travel...
05.04.2024
River cruising - ultimate guide
Hear about river cruising and WIN a cruise in Europe! River cruising - it's the most relaxing holiday in the world - and the most economical way to see fabulous destinations. Rosie and Peter from cruisepassenger.com.au talk to the experts and...
02.08.2024
The LOVE issue with Jill Whelan
We talk to Love Boat actress Jill Whelan about life on the set of the famous TV series as Princess Cruises says they will slice the price of weddings on the sea. She reveals how she was fat shamed as...
01.18.2024
"Blow the Budget" - how the world's most luxurious ship was created
Regent Seven Seas Grandeur is the world's most luxurious ship. There's a US$6.5 million art collection, the only gold-and-jewel encrusted Faberge Egg at sea. Cruise Passenger talks to the man who created Grandeur about how he was told to "blow...
11.08.2023
Cruising Europe's river of wine!
Come with us on a luxury journey down Europe's least discovered river, famous for its fabulous wine regions. Teresa Ooi and Chris Fundel take us there.
10.19.2023
Champagne and caviar: We take you onboard the most luxurious ships
For many cruisers, luxury is about attention to detail, or having a sense of space – being away from big crowds. Time, for instance, is a luxury for some. But one thing is quite universal: the need to travel. We...
10.12.2023
Expedition cruising taking travellers into the unknown
Listen to our special episode about Expedition Cruising as we talk about the new breed of adventurer seeking a sense of danger and excitement. We tell you all about cruise lines like Quark and its immersive Arctic explorations and, closer...
10.05.2023
How River Cruising can save $4,000 pp off your European holiday
Bernadette Chua talks river cruising with big fan Peter Lynch who reveals the maths that make travelling through Europe on a river ship a no brainer
09.29.2023
Ocean Week - The best bargains of 2023/24 season
It's cruise month. And that means four weeks of celebrations and fabulous deals. Cruise Passenger's Bernadette Chua and Peter Lynch take an exclusive peak at the upcoming cruise season...and reveal their personal favourites. Hear how Bernadette beat Norwegian Cruise Lines' race track builders...
09.22.2023
Mr Fixit for the rich and famous reveals his secrets
He has been in travel for 25 years - and he is known as Mr Fixit for the rich and famous, chartering planes to escape coups in Africa and arranging the most luxurious retreats. But nothing beats the day ex Australian...
09.06.2023
On Board - The Food Issue
It's the antidote to dieting: Regent Seven Seas Cruises has created 11 Epicurean Spotlight voyages and 128 shore excursions devoted to food. You'll taste the finest regional dishes from France, Greece, Italy, Portugal, Spain and Turkey. Hosts Rose Jacobs and...
08.11.2023
Sail Alaska aboard the world's most luxurious fleet
Join the OnBoard crew of Rosie Jacobs and Peter Lynch as Regent Seven Seas Cruises' Elsa McLean talks about what it's like to see Alaska in luxury - and how a captain fooled his guests with a stuffed polar bear!
08.04.2023
Life on board the world's most luxurious discovery yacht
Scenic, the Australian owned shipping line, has launched the second of its exclusive Discovery Yacht series - and it is coming to Australia! This ultra luxury adventure yacht will sail the Kimberley region for the first time ever. We interview Jason Flesher,...
07.18.2023
Life aboard Oceania Vista - the newest ship in the fleet!
Cruise Passenger's Peter Lynch was at the high-profile launch of Oceania's new class of ship. The launch party featured Harry Connik Jnr and a 21-gun salute! He and Rosie Jacobs talk to Oceania's Jason Worth about the line that boasts "the...
06.09.2023
On Board Sneak Peak: Regent Seven Seas' new luxury voyage collection
Welcome to the latest episode of "On Board with Cruise Passenger". In this episode, Peter Lynch and Rose Jacobs interview Lisa Pile, Vice President of Sales and General Manager for the Asia Pacific Region at Regent Seven Seas Cruises, about their ultra luxe Voyage Collection...
05.01.2023
Discover Regent Seven Seas' Five Spectacular New Grand Voyages
Welcome to the latest episode of "On Board with Cruise Passenger". In this episode, Peter Lynch and Rose Jacobs interview Lisa Pile, Vice President of Sales and General Manager for the Asia Pacific Region at Regent Seven Seas Cruises, about...
04.06.2023
Oceania Vista! Be part of history, sail on the inaugural voyage!
Exciting news for cruise lovers! Oceania Cruises is launching its brand-new ship, The very impressive Oceania Vista, in Rome in May 2023. Featuring beautiful cabins, a grand crystal staircase, a Ralph Lauren-designed library with over 2,000 books, and the biggest...
04.04.2023
Unleash Adventure on Scenic's Mekong River Cruise!
It's the ultimate in Asian cruising - now Scenic's Far East expert Adam Burke takes you down the Mekong from Vietnam to Cambodia and Loas aboard a purpose-build luxury ship, stopping of so you can experience those Scenic exclusives: a dinner at...
03.15.2023
Journey to meet the happiest people on earth...
...and do it in intimate luxury on the Paul Gauguin Cruise ship Welcome to On Board with Cruise Passenger, our exciting podcast adventure where we explore the beauty and culture of the islands in the South Pacific. Peter Lynch Rose Jacobs...
03.08.2023
How much luxury can you take? How about 154 nights from Regent Seven Seas!
Discover the height of luxury with Regent Seven Seas with Peter and Rose as your personal cruise directors. From ship to shore, Peter and Rose guide you through the best travel experiences. Today, it's time exploring the ultimate trip with Elsa...
02.20.2023
Cruise Passenger goes to Antarctica on board the Viking Polaris
In this episode, you will learn about life in Antarctica from David McGonigal, an author, historian and expert on The White Continent. Hear why David continues to return to the South pole an estimated 130 times in the past 26...
12.06.2022
How to see Antarctica safely: Here are the expert tips
Despite recent mishaps, visiting Antarctica is still one of the wonders of the world. Our editor Peter Lynch, on his first trip to The White Continent, finds out all you need to know from luxury French expedition line Ponant's expedition...
10.24.2022
Ponant's amazing expedition journeys in the Kimberley
Mick Fogg, Director of Expeditions and Destination Development, Asia Pacific for Ponant tells the On Board podcast team about why the Kimberley is his favourite place to visit - and what guests can expect from the arrival of the line's...
09.12.2022
River cruising elevated - How Avalon is rejuvenating river journeys
A cruise on Avalon Waterways promises small ships with big experiences, few people and more of everything else. We speak with the cruise line in our latest podcast episode about its vast range of choice, renowned relaxed luxury and, of...
09.09.2022
The fine art of cruising
Regent Seven Seas has a particular dedication to bringing fine art to the high seas. The Seven Seas Splendour alone features museum-quality pieces from more than 200 artists. In our latest episode of the On Board with Cruise Passenger podcast, we...
08.11.2022
Exclusive preview Regent Seven Seas' 2024/2025 sailings
We chat with Steve Odell, Senior Vice President and Managing Director of the Asia Pacific region for Regent Seven Seas Cruises about the luxurious line's launch its 2024/2025 itineraries. Guests can choose from 160 different itineraries taking them to more...
07.07.2022
Come with us on a Regent Seven Seas Grand Voyage
Spanning multiple countries and conducted aboard the world's most luxurious fleet, Regent Seven Seas Cruises Grand Voyages for 2024-25 are an outstanding collection of four fascinating adventures from 63 to 83 nights. All inclusive, all luxury and including Europe, Asia,...
06.07.2022
Is this the most luxurious world cruise?
We chat with Steve Odell from Regent Seven Seas Cruises about the 150-night world cruise set to sail in January 2025. With 684 very lucky guests on board, the Seven Seas Mariner covers five continents and almost 100 ports of...
02.27.2020
Beat the virus with these local cruise bargains
The team goes into cruising locally and finds the best bargains. We talk to the kings of "traditional" ships, CMV. Plus, the first review of Richard Branson's cheeky Scarlet Lady.
01.30.2020
How cruise passengers can save our Aussie towns
This week, Peter, Rose and Bernadette speak exclusively with Aussies affected by the recent crisis of fires and drought and with the leaders of the cruise industry who are coming to the rescue. We address how vital it is for...
12.13.2019
The exciting cruise trends forecast for 2020
With the new year - and a new decade just around the corner, Rose, Peter and Bernadette explore the oceans of exciting new cruise trends forecast for 2020. New ships, top destinations, fun themes, the latest technology, younger generations and...
10.31.2019
Inside the exciting world of expedition cruising
Expedition cruising takes in some of the remotest parts of the world, amazing scenery and wonderful wildlife including polar bears and penguins. Rose, Peter and Bernadette explain how you can become an intrepid explorer. And Expedition cruise line Hurtigruten tell...
10.23.2019
We tell you how to get luxe on a budget
We explore all things luxury this week - from destinations, to ships, shore excursions and even luxury expedition. Peter, Rose and Bern are joined by Monique Ponfoort from Ponant for an exclusive insight into the very best of ocean cruising.
10.17.2019
River cruise owner reveals how to get the best cruise for less
This week's On Board Cruise Passenger podcast looks at river cruising, and contains an exclusive money-off deal from Teeming River Cruises and the chance to win almost $30,000 of cruises.
10.10.2019
The truth about cruising our oceans
This week Rose, Peter and Bernadette explore the realms of ocean cruising, from the good to the bad and everything in between.
10.03.2019
The future of cruise
What does the future hold for cruise passengers, their ships and destinations? Rose Jacobs, Peter Lynch and Bernadette Chua bring in some experts to take a peek at how things are changing for the better.

What's On Board with Cruise Passenger about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

On Board with Cruise Passenger episodes:

Australia's cruise crisis

The Ultimate Guide to Avalon Waterways

On Board: The Ultimate Guide to Tauck River Cruising

River cruising - ultimate guide

The LOVE issue with Jill Whelan

"Blow the Budget" - how the world's most luxurious ship was created

Cruising Europe's river of wine!

Champagne and caviar: We take you onboard the most luxurious ships

Expedition cruising taking travellers into the unknown

How River Cruising can save $4,000 pp off your European holiday

Ocean Week - The best bargains of 2023/24 season

Mr Fixit for the rich and famous reveals his secrets

On Board - The Food Issue

Sail Alaska aboard the world's most luxurious fleet

Life on board the world's most luxurious discovery yacht

Life aboard Oceania Vista - the newest ship in the fleet!

On Board Sneak Peak: Regent Seven Seas' new luxury voyage collection

Discover Regent Seven Seas' Five Spectacular New Grand Voyages

Oceania Vista! Be part of history, sail on the inaugural voyage!

Unleash Adventure on Scenic's Mekong River Cruise!

Journey to meet the happiest people on earth...

How much luxury can you take? How about 154 nights from Regent Seven Seas!

Cruise Passenger goes to Antarctica on board the Viking Polaris

How to see Antarctica safely: Here are the expert tips

Ponant's amazing expedition journeys in the Kimberley

River cruising elevated - How Avalon is rejuvenating river journeys

The fine art of cruising

Exclusive preview Regent Seven Seas' 2024/2025 sailings

Come with us on a Regent Seven Seas Grand Voyage

Is this the most luxurious world cruise?

Beat the virus with these local cruise bargains

How cruise passengers can save our Aussie towns

The exciting cruise trends forecast for 2020

Inside the exciting world of expedition cruising

We tell you how to get luxe on a budget

River cruise owner reveals how to get the best cruise for less

The truth about cruising our oceans

The future of cruise

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