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In the financial year 2024, Queensland recorded the highest number of cruise ship visit days at Australian ports, totaling just over *** days. New South Wales followed with around *** days, while South Australia recorded the fewest cruise ship visit days across Australia's states and territories.

Cruise tourism in Australia

Australia's cruise tourism industry saw substantial growth in the 23/24 season, with industry economic output increasing by **** percent from the prior cruising period. Employment in the sector also expanded as cruise activity rebounds, particularly in New South Wales and Queensland. Furthermore, increased spending by both passengers and crew members in the 23/24 season benefited local economies, especially in major ports like Sydney and Brisbane. For the 24/25 cruising period, Queensland expected the highest number of cruise ship calls, while New South Wales anticipated around *** vessel calls. While the country's cruise industry is back on track, rising operational costs and regulatory challenges may impact long-term growth and the country's competitiveness in the global cruise landscape.

Trends in the global cruise industry

The global cruise industry is continuing to recover from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2023, the Caribbean, Bahamas, and Bermuda emerged as the most popular cruise destinations worldwide, followed by the Central and Western Mediterranean. Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific ranked *** among the 17 leading destinations. Looking ahead, the industry is expected to sustain steady growth, with global cruise revenue projected to increase each year between 2024 and 2029.