Cruise and Rail Travel

09/11/2024

If you're dreaming of taking the kids to Disney but with the cost of flights, accommodation, tickets, food.... it all adds up and just isn't achievable.

Taking a Disney cruise from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane or Auckland makes it that much easier. Go to the comments for links to the current prices and departure dates. I'm so excited that I'm taking the family on one myself.
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Disney Cruises will host a selection of special Christmas sailings when it returns to Australia and New Zealand later this year.

08/11/2024

CDO for Star of the Seas!

When Icon of the Seas was launched we loved that it has its own "Chief Dog Officer" Rover and we hoped that th Icon's sister ship would also be graced with its own family dog as well.

Well its been announced today as we are 500 days out from the launch of Star of the Seas (August 2025) the Star will have its own Chief Dog Officer 'SAILOR'. Sailor will become a permanent resident and official crew member on the ship.

🦴 Michael Bayley confirmed that a second dog will join the Royal Caribbean fleet on the next Icon Class ship. Because of the big popularity and love for Rover on Icon, it was an easy decision to let another dog join the fleet.

🐶 The pup’s job is to bring joy and happiness to the crew and future guests, accompanied by its own handler. There’s no word yet which dog breed Sailor will be.

01/11/2024

Discover upcoming events and purchase tickets with ease. From festivals to attractions, 123 Tix has you covered. Start planning your next adventure today.

29/10/2024

Just reviewing some airlines and found some valuable info about flights. Our region really needs to pull their socks up but take this as a learning opportunity when planning your flights. Allow at least 1-2 nights before your ship leaves or your tour starts. That extra 24-48 hours may not seem much when planning but it may be the difference between missing your holiday completely.

21/10/2024

Right now, you can book a last minute Disney holiday at sea and save up to 30% on voyage fares on select Australia sailings!*

Be immersed in the magic of Disney storytelling with beloved Characters, imaginative dining, spectacular Broadway-style shows, relaxing adult-exclusive spaces, action-packed kids clubs, fun-filled deck parties and so much more. There is something for everyone!

Don't miss out on an unforgettable Disney Cruise Line holiday.
We can't wait to see you! Click here https://tinyurl.com/26am5hat for up to date rates

☎️ 0449 790 108
⌨️ [email protected]

10/10/2024

EARLYBIRD AIRFARES:
If you're in the market for booking overseas for 2025 then let me know. Weekly I get a summary of airfares that are going on sale. If you know the dates, I can send you quotes whilst they come through. Here's a snapshot

Here is this week's summary:
AIR CANADA
10% off return or one way fares to Canada, USA or Mexico
Travel: Now until 15 Jun 25
Sale ends: 17 Oct

NORFOLK ISLAND
Fly for just $649 return ex Sydney with Qantas (economy)
Travel: 6 - 15 Dec, 8 Jan - 28 Aug 25
Sale ends: 16 Oct
Ticketing fee $56pp ... even Qantas charges ticketing fees if you talk to them so it is what it is

TURKISH AIRLINES
Travel: 1 Dec - 31 May 25
Sale ends 31 Dec 24
Sydney to Turkey from $1005 one way economy class

Send a message to learn more

10/10/2024

Enjoy two 7-night voyages exploring both Eastern and Western Med highlights, including complimentary coach transfers between Genoa and Venice*. Plus, with MSC's Seasational Sale, you can receive up to $1,000 per person to spend onboard* when sailing on a Grand Med cruise, up to 25% off cruise fares*, kids cruise free on select cruises*, and much more. With departures every Saturday and Sunday from April to November 2025, this is a unique offer you don’t want them to miss!

MSC GRANDIOSA + MSC LIRICA
FREE TRANSFER from Genoa to Venice-Marghera

MSC Grandiosa departing 10 May 2025
⚓️Genoa
⚓️Civitavecchia
⚓️Palermo
⚓️Ibiza 🍹
⚓️Valencia
⚓️Marseille
⚓️Genoa 🚌🚌🚌🚌🚌🚌🚌
**
MSC Lirica departing on 17 May 2025
⚓️Venice-Marghera
⚓️Venice
⚓️Kotor
⚓️Mykonos
⚓️Santorini
⚓️Ancona
⚓️Venice-Marghera

🛳🛟SEASATIONAL SALE WITH DRINKS PACKAGE🛟🛳
DELUXE / JUNIOR INTERIOR CABINS

14-nights from $3,720p.p*

07/10/2024

02/10/2024

Have you left your Christmas school holiday plans to the last minute? Or are you just over work and need a quick break away from it all? Well Carnival Cruises Australia are on sale until 5Oct 24 for all departures until 31 Mar 25

Get the VIP upgrade you know you deserve for a bargain basement deposit of $50pp.

Check out the prices here: https://tinyurl.com/58z2zrdb
Tel: 0449 790 108
email: [email protected]

16/09/2024

Return Economy Flights Sydney/Melbourne/Brisbane to Hawaii with Hawaiian Airlines starting:

From $998pp
Valid for travel 13 Oct - 6 Dec, 12 Jan - 25 Jun 25

From$1298pp
Travel: 06 Oct - 12 Oct 24, 07 Dec - 19 Dec 24, 29 Dec - 11 Jan 25

Valid for sale until 30 Sep

Ticketing fee applies :)

DM with you dates - trick is to be flexible to get the best offers
email: [email protected]

28/08/2024

7 Night South Pacific Cruise
BONUS FREE BALCONY UPGRADE

From: Brisbane
Ship: Quantum of the Seas
Ports: Brisbane, Australia . Vila, Vanuatu . Mystery Island, Vanuatu . Brisbane, Australia
Date: 10 January 2025
Balcony: From $1,349*pp

Sale ends 1 Sep

https://cruise.hqbyitravel.com/swift/cruise/package/1429414--7-night-south-pacific-cruise?siid=1126659&lang=7

28/08/2024

11 Night New Zealand Cruise
FREE BALCONY UPGRADE

From: Sydney
Ship: Ovation of the Seas
Ports: Sydney, Australia . Bay of Islands, New Zealand . Auckland, New Zealand . Napier, New Zealand . Wellington , New Zealand . Christchurch, New Zealand . Sydney, Australia
Date: 4 March 2025
Balcony: From $2,499*pp

Sales ends 1 Sep 24

https://cruise.hqbyitravel.com/swift/cruise/package/1429851--11-night-new-zealand-cruise?siid=1126659&lang=7

28/08/2024

7 Nights Eastern Mediterranean Cruise
BONUS: US$200 onboard spending money

From: Rome, Italy
Ship: Odyssey Of The Seas
Ports: Rome, Italy . Sicily (Messina), Italy. Santorini, Greece . Mykonos, Greece . Naples, Italy . Rome, Italy
Departing: 5 October 2025
Inside from: $1,928*pp twin share

Sale finishes 1 Sep 24

https://cruise.hqbyitravel.com/swift/cruise/package/1469920--7-night-greek-isles---italy-cruise?siid=1126659&lang=7

28/08/2024

7 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise Leaving from Ravenna, Italy
BONUS: US$200 onboard spending money

Ship: Voyager Of The Seas
Ports: Ravenna, Italy . Sicily, Italy . Rome, Italy . Florence, Italy . Nice, France . Provence, France . Barcelona, Spain
Date: 15 September 2025
Fare: Inside From $1561*pp

Offer expires 1 Sep 24

To book, see link below
https://cruise.hqbyitravel.com/swift/cruise/package/1469941--7-night-western-mediterranean-cruise?siid=1126659&lang=7

06/08/2024

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05/08/2024

Royal Caribbean have a fabulous family special right now for the month of August. This DOES apply for the School Holidays locally (within Australia) so get in quick cause availability is limited.
Travel: 13 Oct 24 - 8 Apr 25.

If you are childless then you can take advantage of the 2nd person get's 60% off.

25/07/2024

REX, also known as Regional Express, is my preferred domestic airline. They have a strong track record of punctuality, often surpassing larger airlines like Qantas and Virgin. Additionally, their fares include a generous 23kg checked luggage allowance, making them a competitive choice. While their schedules may be limited, I can easily work around it to support this underdog airline.

10/07/2024

** P&O UPDATE **
In early 2025 P&O Australia will be integrating into the Carnival Fleet to continue sailing as Carnival Cruise Line. This means that Pacific Adventure and Pacific Encounter will become Carnival Adventure and Carnival Encounter. Separately, Pacific Explorer will leave the fleet in February next year after many wonderful years with P&O Cruises.

Whilst we plan to make some technology upgrades and other changes to Pacific Adventure and Pacific Encounter, these ships will continue to be geared to the unique Australian market with a familiar feel and much of the same experiences.

The most notable change will be the availability of the popular Carnival HubApp, enabling guests to make online dining and excursion reservations, request food and beverage delivery, and chat with other guests, among other features.

Post transition, P&O guests will also be invited to participate in Carnival’s loyalty program and promotional offerings specific to Carnival ships sailing in the region.

In the meantime, here's a summary of some important details and contacts:

1. Bookings & Transition Period: All Pacific Adventure and Pacific Encounter cruises through to the end of June 2026 (whether operated by P&O or Carnival), can continue to be created and managed in P&O's reservation system. In March 2025, P&O will transition into Carnival's reservation system, from then on, all our bookings and sailings will be delivered by Carnival.
2. Cancelled sailings: Any guests impacted by a cancelled itinerary will have already received details on their available options. Further details are available at www.pocruises.com.au/operationalchange
3. Booking related enquiries: Please continue to contact our P&O Customer Service team for all booking related matters on 1300 363 706

In early 2025 P&O Cruises Australia brand will be sunset and its operations integrated into sister line, Carnival Cruise Line.