About Us

Australia’s cruise sector now has its own dedicated voice with the launch of Cruise Monitor, a new digital publication created to serve the growing appetite for cruise news, trends and insights among the travel trade. The new platform is the latest addition to the Captured Travel Media Pty Ltd. portfolio, owned by Kate Webster, joining the long-established Travel Monitor as its specialist cruise sibling. 

Launched officially in January 2026, Cruise Monitor positions itself as a go-to resource for cruise intelligence. The publication features breaking news, in-depth features, interviews, ship updates, destination spotlights, product announcements, agent opportunities, trend analysis and more. It aims to equip travel advisors with timely, relevant and actionable information they can use to better support and inspire clients.

Well-known cruise journalist Fiona Harper is the Cruise Editor and brings more than two decades of on-the-water experience to the role. From skippering yachts to covering luxury liners and polar expeditions, Harper’s deep industry knowledge will underpin the publication’s editorial integrity.

Kate has worked with Travel Monitor for the past 8 years as a travel journalist, and seen the publication develop and grow over that time. Kate comes with over 20 years of industry experience, working in roles such as travel consulting, airline reservations, wholesaler reservations, corporate travel and the past 12 years as a travel journalist and editor. So her experience and knowledge in the industry are extensive, and she knows what it is like to be sat in the role of Cruise Monitor’s readers.

Travel Monitor has been delivering the First News of the Day to the travel industry since 2009 and continues the tradition of only engaging experienced writers, editors, and other professionals to source and create Travel Monitor content. With ownership change comes a fresh new website and e-newsletter designed to specifically target the travel industry’s needs. 

Contact Us

We would love to hear from you, so drop us an email anytime.

Editorial Enquiries

Fiona Harper, Cruise Editor 
cruise@travelmonitor.com.au

Sarah Clements, Marketing & Campaign Manager
sales@travelmonitor.com.au

MEET THE TEAM

Fiona Harper

Cruise Writer

Fiona Harper is a travel and cruise writer with more than 20 years experience. She’s most at home when at sea chasing a story or capturing photos. Through her stories and images, Fiona’s enthusiasm for all types of cruising from small yacht charter through to mega-liners encourages others to make cruising part of their holiday plans. She’s cruised to both polar regions, has crossed oceans in yachts and cruise liners and cruised around Cape Horn twice in one hectic week on assignment at the bottom of the world. Most recently Fiona has cruised the Kimberley, South Australia, New Zealand, Fiji (twice), Indonesia’s Spice Islands, West Papua & PNG, Mississippi River from Memphis to New Orleans and to Antarctica's Weddell Sea.

Sarah Clements

Marketing & Campaign Manager

Sarah has a love of travel that has taken her all over the world. With a strong accounting background and having previously worked in the travel industry as a consultant, Sarah has returned to the industry after starting a family. Sarah is ready to work with you to deliver your messaging to the travel trade in a creative and engaging way.

Eamonn Merrifield

Travel Writer

Eamonn is an ocean lover and a sustainable traveller with a curious spirit and a passion for people and unique experiences. He believes travel is about exploring sustainably, engaging people, and always sharing food! Eamonn has set foot on every continent except Antarctica, but like anyone, he still has so many more places to experience. When not exploring, you’ll find Eamonn, based in his adopted hometown of Adelaide, cooking tasty food, drinking world-class wines, hiking trails and scuba diving.

Kate Webster

Travel Journalist

Kate Webster is a world traveller, ocean lover and conservation warrior who is determined to make every moment count for herself and the world around her. She translates those moments and shares them through her storytelling. An adventurer at heart with a curious spirit to explore, her work has taken her to the edges of the Earth. Kate has delved into the world of wildlife and conservation travel to bring awareness. Kate has over 20 years experience in the travel industry, having previously worked as a travel consultant, airline reservations manager, corporate travel manager and wholesale agent.

Deb Dickson-Smith

Travel Writer

An award-winning publisher, travel writer and travel trade journalist, Deborah's editorial specialities including sustainable travel, nature-based travel, marine conservation and diving. A passionate eco-warrior, Deborah has been campaigning for better protection for our oceans and wild spaces for over 20 years.

Georgia Bantoft

Junior Travel Journalist

A travel lover, storyteller, and adventure enthusiast. Georgia’s love for travel started when she was a kid, exploring new places with her family, and it only grew stronger after living in Whistler, Canada for two years. She has worked in the travel industry for years, planning unforgettable holidays as a Travel Agent, and now is sharing those experiences through fun, relatable content. Living by the motto “to live a life worth living”, she does just that through her endeavours. Whether it’s handy tips, hidden gems, or behind the scenes moments, Georgia is all about bringing the joys of travel to life. You can find her on Tiktok as @postcardsfromgeorgia or her Instagram @georgia_bantoft.

WRITE FOR US

Cruise Monitor welcomes the industry to share their voice – from reviews and experiences to opinions and advice. We have a number of travel advisors who will write for Cruise Monitor from time to time and we encourage that. If you wanted to share your travel experience or want to write for us, drop our editor, Fiona, an email at cruise@travelmonitor.com.au