2019 Cruisers' Choice Destination Awards

View top-rated cruise destinations and lines around the globe according to cruisers, based on member review ratings for trips taken in the last year.

Top-Rated Australia & New Zealand Destinations

Hobart

1 of 5 Australia & New Zealand Destinations

Photo by Cruise Critic member CruiserDan99

"Hobart is an awesome, beautiful city. Take a walk along to the botanical gardens, don't miss Salamanca especially if you are lucky enough to be there on a Saturday when the markets are on."

Member Review: tvdedda

Napier

2 of 5 Australia & New Zealand Destinations

Photo by Cruise Critic member Demandpub

"An excellent port that is stuck in the art deco era. Wonderful to wander around the town and play some mini-golf."

Member Review: bronzy85

Wellington

3 of 5 Australia & New Zealand Destinations

Photo by Cruise Critic member cparkan

"Awesome city. Loved the day spent walking around the city. Great shops, great cafes and great buildings. Easy to walk the entire city and the locals were so friendly."

Member Review: MAK2123

Sydney (Australia)

4 of 5 Australia & New Zealand Destinations

Photo by Cruise Critic member sydald

"Sydney is the best port in Australia to board, leaving the harbour by cruise ship is a must do!"

Member Review: Glea

Akaroa

5 of 5 Australia & New Zealand Destinations

Photo by Cruise Critic member gragra48

"Lovely little tourist town nestled around a bay. Strolled along the bay and browsed through the shops."

Member Review: yahozg


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