New Zealand’s 2025/26 cruise season has officially begun with the arrival of the Crown Princess in Auckland, marking a revival of cruise tourism. The season features 663 port calls, with Princess Cruises leading at 20% of visits. The Discovery Princess will debut in December, boosting capacity and international arrivals. With an economic impact of NZ$1.37 billion last season, cruise tourism supports nearly 10,000 jobs and drives regional growth nationwide.