CLIA slams New Zealand cruise fee hike

Sunday, 21 Jul, 2024 0

Cruise lines have taken aim at the New Zealand government over a huge hike in border processing fees for cruise ship guests.

A hefty 88% increase in the cruise fee is expected to take effect from December 1.

Cruise Lines International Association Australasia and New Zealand Cruise Association hit out at the cruise fee hike and the lack of notice.

The say cruise lines won’t be able to pass on the increase to passengers who have already booked and paid for their cruise.

The trade groups warn it could severely impact cruise traffic to New Zealand with with forecast that passenger numbers are around 22% down this year.

They say it is one of the most expensive markets for cruise operation costs.

NZ Cruise Association CEO, Jacqui Lloyd said: “Cruise lines carefully plan and budget their operations two to three seasons ahead, leaving no room to pass unexpected cost increases to passengers.

“These financial burdens fall squarely on the cruise lines.”

The CLIA and the NZCA and pushing for urgent meetings with the New Zealand Customs Service and government officials.

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