A record number of Australians are cruising, but they’re facing a problem
The cruise industry in Australia is experiencing a record number of participants, with 1.45 million Australians taking cruises in 2025. Despite this growth, Australia is facing a decline in the number of ships visiting its shores. The majority of Australian cruisers are now younger, with over a third under the age of 40.
- ▪Australia is the fourth-largest cruise market in the world, following the US, Germany, and the UK.
- ▪In 2025, 1.45 million Australians took a cruise, marking a 9.5 percent increase from 2024.
- ▪More than a third of Australian cruisers are aged under 40, reflecting a trend towards younger participants.
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