SYDNEY, 2026-Jan-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Royal Caribbean is bringing back its Wiggly-themed cruises for a second consecutive year, expanding its partnership with The Wiggles with three dedicated sailings from Australia in the 2026/27 summer season. Departing from Sydney and Brisbane aboard Anthem of the Seas and Quantum of the Seas, the cruises are designed to blend family-friendly cruising with live entertainment and immersive experiences inspired by one of Australia’s most recognisable cultural exports.
The new season will include a playful promotion allowing children named Dorothy, Henry or Shirley to sail for free, reflecting both the iconic Wiggles characters and a broader resurgence of vintage baby names in Australia. Details released by the cruise line highlight that the initiative taps into growing parental interest in classic names, while adding a distinctive twist to the family holiday experience.
The three Wiggly-themed sailings will feature appearances by current Wiggles cast members and familiar characters, alongside a programme of onboard activities tailored to younger guests and their families. These include sail-away celebrations, live shows, themed discos, meet-and-greet sessions and photo opportunities, all integrated into Royal Caribbean’s existing family-focused onboard offerings. The concept builds on the cruise line’s strategy of using entertainment partnerships to create event-style sailings that appeal across generations.
Families will be able to choose from a range of itineraries, starting with a four-night sailing from Brisbane to Airlie Beach in November 2026, followed by a short getaway from Sydney to Hobart in March 2027. A longer seven-night South Pacific cruise from Brisbane later that month will offer an extended version of the Wiggly experience, combining island destinations with onboard entertainment. Each sailing is positioned to balance destination-led travel with a strong emphasis on onboard programming.
Royal Caribbean has framed the partnership as part of its wider focus on creating themed experiences that resonate culturally with Australian families, while The Wiggles see the collaboration as an extension of their mission to bring music, movement and shared experiences to children in new settings. As outlined in official announcements from both brands, the returning partnership reflects strong demand following its debut season and underscores the cruise line’s growing emphasis on short-break and family-centric itineraries in the Australian market.
With bookings now open for the three sailings, the Wiggly-themed cruises are expected to appeal to families seeking a holiday that combines familiar entertainment with the convenience and scale of modern cruise ships, reinforcing Royal Caribbean’s position in the family travel segment across Australia and New Zealand.
