Cruise lines launch 2026 EOFY and summer promotional discounts

Australian cruise operators and travel agencies are offering extensive End‑of‑Financial‑Year (EOFY) promotions ahead of the June 30 deadline. Discounts exceed AU$2,000 and include bonus onboard credit, reduced deposits and free flights. Highlights include My Cruises’ additional AU$1,000 off selected Norwegian Cruise Line itineraries, Flight Centre’s up to AU$2,085 savings on a 17‑night Antarctica expedition, and family‑focused Pacific cruises with AU$400 onboard credit. Princess and Celebrity also provide up to AU$1,000 per stateroom in savings on various 2026‑2028 sailings.

In parallel, global summer travel deals are being rolled out. Virgin Voyages is offering 70 % off a second passenger, free balcony upgrades and discounted sailings to Greece, Turkey, the French Riviera and a solar‑eclipse cruise from Barcelona to Rome. MSC Cruises promotes up to 40 % off worldwide sailings, including free‑child promotions, in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary. HX Expeditions adds up to 35 % off suite upgrades and complementary air credits for select 2026‑2028 expeditions to Antarctica, the Arctic and other bucket‑list destinations.