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Interior Stateroom
The Interior stateroom is 135 to 148 square feet and richly appointed with fine amenities. Some also have...-
Interior Stateroom - Category ID
IDAUD $1,642
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Interior Stateroom - Category IF
IFAUD $1,642
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Interior Stateroom - Category IC
ICAUD $1,661
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Interior Stateroom - Category IE
IEAUD $1,661
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Interior Stateroom - Category IB
IBAUD $1,681
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Interior Stateroom - Category IA
IAAUD $1,738
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Obstructed View Cabin
The Obstructed Oceanview stateroom is approximately 135 to 155 square feet and features the same fine amenities...-
Obstructed Oceanview - Category OW
OWAUD $1,930
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Oceanview Stateroom
The Oceanview stateroom is approximately 147 to 155 square feet and features a picture window for memorable... -
Premium Oceanview
The Premium Oceanview stateroom is approximately 173 square feet and features a picture window for memorable... -
Balcony Stateroom
The spacious approximately 179-square-foot Balcony stateroom is appointed with fine amenities and outstanding views...-
Balcony Stateroom - Category BD
BDAUD $2,458
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Balcony Stateroom - Category BF
BFAUD $2,458
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Balcony Stateroom - Category BC
BCAUD $2,516
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Balcony Stateroom - Category BE
BEAUD $2,516
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Balcony Stateroom - Category BB
BBAUD $2,573
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Balcony Stateroom - Category BA
BAAUD $2,746
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Interior Stateroom
The Interior stateroom is 135 to 148 square feet and richly appointed with fine amenities. Some also have pullman beds to accommodate 3rd and 4th passengers.
These features and fine amenities are standard in the Interior stateroom:
- Twin beds that convert to a queen size bed*
- Private bathroom with shower
- Shampoo, conditioner, body lotion
- 100% Egyptian cotton linens
- Satellite TV, refrigerator, hair dryer, safe, closet, phone and desk
- Three styles of electrical power sockets: US sockets are 110v, 60-cycle AC with standard 3-prong. UK style square pin sockets and Australian sockets are 220v 60Hz power supply.
- Daily housekeeping service
- Nightly turn-down service
*Due to some cabin configurations, the two twin beds may not convert to a queen size bed.
Obstructed View Cabin
The Obstructed Oceanview stateroom is approximately 135 to 155 square feet and features the same fine amenities as our Oceanview stateroom, but the view from the picture window is fully or partially obstructed. Some staterooms also have pullman beds to accommodate 3rd and 4th passengers.
These features and fine amenities are standard in the Obstructed Oceanview stateroom:
- Picture window with obstructed view
- Twin beds convertible to a queen-size bed*
- Private bathroom with shower
- Shampoo, conditioner, body lotion
- 100% Egyptian cotton linens
- Satellite TV, refrigerator, hair dryer, safe, closet, phone and desk
- Three styles of electrical power sockets: US sockets are 110v, 60-cycle AC with standard 3-prong. UK style square pin sockets and Australian sockets are 220v 60Hz power supply.
- Daily housekeeping service
- Nightly turn-down service
*Due to some cabin configurations, the two twin beds may not convert to a queen size bed.
Oceanview Stateroom
The Oceanview stateroom is approximately 147 to 155 square feet and features a picture window for memorable views. The Oceanview stateroom is richly appointed with fine amenities. Some staterooms also have pullman beds to accommodate 3rd and 4th passengers.
These features and fine amenities are standard in the Oceanview stateroom:
- Picture window
- Twin beds convertible to a queen-size bed*
- Private bathroom with shower
- Shampoo, conditioner, body lotion
- 100% Egyptian cotton linens
- Satellite TV, refrigerator, hair dryer, safe, closet, phone and desk
- Three styles of electrical power sockets: US sockets are 110v, 60-cycle AC with standard 3-prong. UK style square pin sockets and Australian sockets are 220v 60Hz power supply.
- Daily housekeeping service
- Nightly turn-down service
*Due to some cabin configurations, the two twin beds may not convert to a queen size bed.
Premium Oceanview
The Premium Oceanview stateroom is approximately 173 square feet and features a picture window for memorable views. The Premium Oceanview stateroom is richly appointed with fine amenities.
These features and fine amenities are standard in the Premium Oceanview stateroom:
- Picture window
- Twin beds convertible to a queen-size bed*
- Private bathroom with shower
- shampoo, conditioner, body lotion
- 100% Egyptian cotton linens
- Satellite TV, refrigerator, hair dryer, safe, closet, phone and desk
- Three styles of electrical power sockets: US sockets are 110v, 60-cycle AC with standard 3-prong. UK style square pin sockets and Australian sockets are 220v 60Hz power supply.
- Daily housekeeping service
- Nightly turn-down service
*Due to some cabin configurations, the two twin beds may not convert to a queen size bed.
Balcony Stateroom
The spacious approximately 179-square-foot Balcony stateroom is appointed with fine amenities and outstanding views from an approximately 28-square-foot private balcony. Some staterooms also have pullman beds to accommodate 3rd and 4th passengers.
These features and fine amenities are standard in the Balcony stateroom:
- Balcony with patio furniture
- Twin beds that convert to a queen-size bed*
- Private bathroom with shower
- Shampoo, conditioner, body lotion
- 100% Egyptian cotton linens
- Satellite TV, refrigerator, hair dryer, safe, closet, phone and desk
- Three styles of electrical power sockets: US sockets are 110v, 60-cycle AC with standard 3-prong. UK style square pin sockets and Australian sockets are 220v 60Hz power supply.
- Daily housekeeping service
- Evening bed turn-down, chocolates on your pillow
*In select staterooms, the two twin beds are not convertible to a queen size bed. This applies to all BX and BY category staterooms.
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Please note: All prices featured are per person (unless otherwise stated), and include non commission fares (taxes, fees and port expenses). Prices and availability are subject to change due to changes made by the Cruise Companies. Prices quoted are based on payments made via BPAY or bank transfer. Visa and Mastercard payments incur a 1.5% transaction fee.
Itinerary
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Day 1
Brisbane Depart: Mon, Feb 8, 2021 @ 16:00 -
Day 2
At SeaTue, Feb 9, 2021
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Day 3
At SeaWed, Feb 10, 2021
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Day 4
BurnieArrive: Thu, Feb 11, 2021 @ 08:00
Depart: Thu, Feb 11, 2021 @ 18:00
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Day 5
Great Oyster Bay & Freycinet PeninsArrive: Fri, Feb 12, 2021 @ 14:00
Depart: Fri, Feb 12, 2021 @ 18:00
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Day 6
Port ArthurArrive: Sat, Feb 13, 2021 @ 07:00
Depart: Sat, Feb 13, 2021 @ 17:00
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Day 6
HobartArrive: Sat, Feb 13, 2021 @ 20:30
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Day 7
HobartDepart: Sun, Feb 14, 2021 @ 18:00
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Day 8
At SeaMon, Feb 15, 2021
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Day 9
SydneyArrive: Tue, Feb 16, 2021 @ 07:00
Depart: Tue, Feb 16, 2021 @ 23:00
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Day 10
At SeaWed, Feb 17, 2021
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Day 11
Brisbane Arrive: Thu, Feb 18, 2021 @ 07:00
Onboard experience
Traviata Dining Room and Rigoletto Dining Room
The main Al'a Carte dining rooms on Sea Princess offer Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Choose from Traiditional Dining (set time and table) or Anytime Dining
Horizon Court Buffet
Offering an endless selection of food chooses that change daily, enjoy your breakfast, lunch or dinner in this casual environment.
Other Dining Options available are:
- Terrace Grill - Traditional grilled favourites including hamburgers, hot dogs, chicken and sausages are always on the menu along with daily specialty salads and savory pies.
- Amuleto Cafe - specialty coffee and fresh pastries as well as sandwiches and quick bites. (Charges apply for Coffees & Teas)
- International Cafe - Open 24-hours a day, the International Café located in the Piazza is the place for an ever-changing array of small bite meals, treats and gourmet beverages.
- New Zealand Natural Ice Cream
- Afternoon tea
- 24-hour room service
Sterling Steakhouse
Delight in the range of high quality steaks available in the Sterling Steakhouse. Also on offer is a sumptuous range of seafood, such as tiger prawns.
SHARE by Curtis Stone
Chef Curtis Stone’s first restaurant at sea includes charcuterie, composed salads, handmade pastas, premium quality meats, and a wine list curated for the perfect pairings!
Kai Seafood Bar
An under-the-sea journey awaits specializing in oysters and sushi all expertly prepared before your eyes.
Ultimate Balcony Dining
Enjoy a romantic meal at sea by choosing to have a luxurious breakfast or intimate multi-course dinner on your balcony.
Bars and Lounges
Crooners Bar
A classic 1960s-style martini bar based on the Las Vegas "Rat Pack" era. Offers a full menu of more than 50 creative specialty martinis. Talented mixologists impress with their cocktail-making prowess and tequila and whisky tastings that will turn you into a connoisseur.
Wheelhouse Bar
With Nautical themed paintings and overstuffed leather chairs, relax among the heritage from Princess lines P&O history.
Sports Bar
Showing weekly AFL and NRL matches along with other sports, this bar will be popular with all Sports Fans.
Other bars that can be found around the ship include:
- Explorers Lounge
- Rendez-Vous - Champagne Bar
- The Riveria Bar
- Sundowners (Pool) Bar
- Horizon Court Bar
- Topsiders Bar
- Atrium Bar
Chocolate
Norman Love has partnered with Princess Cruises to bring you Chocolate Journeys.
Chocolate at every meal?
No problem, you can indulge as follows
- A Premium Chocolate Cocktail will be on the dessert menu in the main dining room.
- Princess' long-established afternoon tea will include seven pastries and six cakes designed by Chef Love
- The main dining room dessert menu will also get a new Chocolate Souffé with white chocolate sauce.
- Chocolate cookies will be available at strategic spots around the ship including the International Cafe, to head off any hunger pangs.
- The International Cafe menu will also be bolstered by a select daily complimentary chocolate snack.
- Breakfast time hasn't escaped, keep a lookout for the savoury items he has designed.
- You'll find one of a dozen new chocolate cakes offered each night in the Buffet
Premium Chocolate & Wine Tasting
Partake in sensory experience of paired wine and cholate, as they blend harmoniously onyour palate.
*Charges apply
Chocolate Spa Treatments
The Lotus Spa offers a hyddrating, ant-oxidant chocolate body treatment.
Norman Love Confections
You can purchase Norman Love Confections onboard to take home and order more once you are home that will get shipped directly to you.
Discovery at Sea
Princess and Discovery Communications have teamed up to create a new memorable holiday experience for everyone to enjoy.
- Discovery Under the Stars - Star Gazing from the Top Decks
- Shark Week at Sea - Test your knowledge of the Oceans and the World with games and activites
- Discovery Channel and Animal Planet Shore Excursions
Stage Shows
Princess Theatre
The Princess Theatre offers two shows each evening, that change daily. Offering Broadway at Sea with classics, popular hits original numbers.
Vista Lounge
Seating over 300 people, pull up a seat and enjoy the guest entertainers, magicians and comedians. Or part-take in an instructor lead class such as line-dancing. There is always something for everyone.
The Voice of the Ocean
Do you have what it takes to be a star?! Auditions, mentor rehearsals, "I want you Chairs" and a live final performance brings the excitment of the popular show to you at Sea. The winners are chosen by your fellow cruisers.
Beer and Wine Festival
Held twice during every cruise 7 nights or longer on the top deck, this mini-festival showcases regional beers and wines amid live music.
Event is dependent on weather and itinerary. Beverage charges apply,
Casino
The Grand Casino offers a wide variety of gaming machines and table games. The casino will not be open when in port.
Movies under the Stars
Day time or Night time watch a feature film, concert or sports game on the Big Screen on the pool deck. Feast on complimentary popcorn or cookies and stay comfortable with fleece blankets in the evening.
Kids Club
Princess Cruises Children's Clubs and Teen Lounges ensure our all cruisers, young and old, stay happy all day long
The Treehouse (formerly Pelicans) : Ages 3-7 years
Go wild in the animal-themed Treehouse. With a range of activities including: art projects, protecting the wildlife and takeing part ina Pirate night, your kids can huddle, create and discover all cruise long.
The Lodge (formerly Shockwaves): Ages 8-12 years
An outdoor based area, will engage minds and muscles. Build rockets, Scavenger hunts, miniatures Olympics and Mythbuster challenges are just some of the fun to be found.
The Beach House (formerly Remox): Ages 13-17 years
A contemporary surf-themed lounge, your teen will never want to leave. With plenty to do from video game tournaments, movie nights, dance classes and a VIP party they will keep busy or be happy to just hang.
Club 1820
A private secret society for 18-20 year olds - no parents, no siblings a secret handshake and code is required to enter
Please note Image and Club names are based on the new Children's/Teens areas are that are being rolled out onto Sun Princess in June 2018
Babysitting
For your convenience, group kidsitting is offered in the Youth Centers. Kids can relax and watch movies or play games with their friends while mom and dad have a relaxing night out.
- For children ages 3 to 12 years.
- From 10:00 pm to 1:00 am.
- Charge of $5.00 per hour per child.
Spa & Salon
No detail has been spared at the Lotus Spa, from the expert technicians garbed in Asian-inspired outfits to the couples mud room, making it one of the best spas on the high seas.
The Beauty Salon offers a range of services from cuts and colours to barber services for men.
Shopping
A range of goods can be purchased from jewellery, Princess souvenirs, clothing, everyday items and Duty Free liquor.
Sports & Fitness
Sun Princess has a well equipped Gym, with an aerobics room for Yoga, Pilates and Spin classes. (Charges may apply for classes)
A Sports Court is available for volleyball and basketball with space for spectator seating. A great way to start the day is with a few laps on the jogging track.
Two golf simulators let passengers try their luck "playing" world famous golf courses, and there are golf nets to practice your swings on the Lido Deck.
There is also Shuffleboard and Table Tennis available.
Swimming
Freshen up in the pool on Riviera Deck or unwind in one of the whirpools onboard.
Sanctuary
A luxurious Adult only retreat located on deck 15 offers you the chance to completely unwind and relax.
- Serenity Stewards will attend to your every need, from getting you drinks and meals to spraying you with Evian water atmizers.
- Massages are available in in the two outdoor private cabanas.
Half-day passes for The Sanctuary are available for $20 per person, for 8 am to 12:30 pm or 1 pm to 5:30 pm or later. Guests choosing to indulge with an outdoor massage may also enjoy an hour’s use of The Sanctuary area after their treatment.
Ship info
From the moment you step aboard Sun Princess, you will realise that you've made the right choice. This isn't going to be just a holiday; this will be an unforgettable experience where you can escape completely.
The Sun Princess is premium quality cruising. Every conceivable comfort and convenience has been built into their innovative design. From the ships' grand four-storey atrium, to it's rich furnishings and the clever use of glass that brings you extraordinary views, this ship is in a class of it's own.
Sun Princess is about personal choice. On board there is an incredible choice of amenities to indulge yourself in. There are eight restaurants and cafes, four pools, five whirlpool spas, seven bars and lounges, the Lotus Spa, gym and fitness area, plus three children's clubs. Even though the Sun Princess is a world class superliner, you will always find a quiet place to relax. It's what Princess call 'Big Ship Choice, Small Ship Feel' and it's unique to Princess Cruises.
You'll dine at some of the best waterfront tables in the world and you will always find something to suit your mood as the Sun Princess offers a large choice of dining options, including traditional fine dining in the main restaurants, 24-hour room service, a delicious Pizzeria, sumptuous buffet selections and our specialty restaurant - the Sterling Steakhouse. Every day you'll be treated to an extraordinary experience.
With the Sun Princess now permanently based in Australia the ship had some changes made to it, to better serve the Australian and New Zealand traveler. The onboard currency is Australian Dollars, the wine list is made up of NZ and AU wines, the shows have a "down under" feel to them, and there are increased numbers of NZ and Australian crew onboard.
- Vessel: Sun Princess
- Year: 1995
- Beam: 106
- Cruising speed: 19
- Bars/Lounges: 9
- Crew: 924
- Gross Tonnage: 77,499
- Kids Club: For 3 different age groups
- Onboard Currency: AU Dollars
- Passenger Capacity: 2000
- Refurbished: 2016
- 24-Hour Room Service
- All Main Meals Included
- Art Auctions
- Casino
- Coin Operated Laundry
- Dance Classes
- Duty Free Shopping
- Florist
- Internet Facilities
- Jogging Track
- Library
- Live Music
- Security Safe in Cabin
Decks
Sun Princess - Deck Plans
Cruise reviews
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"Great cruise"
Sun Princess is a really good ship. Well laid out. Food in the dining room was superb. Could not fault it. Food in the Horizon court buffet was also very good. The wait staff in crooners bar were excellent. Also our stateroom staff Jaysen was great always had a smile on his face. The entertainment was pretty good especially the juggling act. Embarkation and disembarkation went pretty smoothly except my husbands case did not get delivered to our stateroom. By 4.30pm I phoned service desk to enquire where it was. After half an hour I phoned again. Still no case. I went down to the service desk and saw his case sitting next to a wall near the service desk. I went and picked it up and took it myself up to our stateroom. I was not impressed. There was no follow up by the service desk to check if we got our case. This was probably the only negative comment. We had the noravirus on board and the staff handled this really well. The captain kept us up to date on a regular basis. I think that Princess cruise ships should adopt the same policy as P & O cruise line in that passengers are served by staff members in the buffet restaurant. Unfortunately when passengers are allowed to handle food there is always a high risk of having these outbreaks.
Read moreJean M - Jan 2017
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"Vanautu ,Champagne bay"
Fantastic Cruise: we were in the tail end of norovirus when we got on and they staff and crew worked hard to make sure we were safe, the staff were fabulous washing tables and chairs in the dining room every night to make sure they killed the virus, I believe she is norovirus free after we got off, my hat goes off to the staff, for the efforts to kill the virus....thanks again princess had a fabulous time.
Read moreAileen D - Mar 2017
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"A Room with a View"
I was thrilled with my balcony stateroom, first time I have had a balcony since becoming a single passenger, the price was amazing so I was able to justify paying it' As usual on Princess attendants were very attentive and couldn't do enough for you they made you feel like you were very special.I travelled to Hawaii in 2015 on the Sun Princess and I was amazed at the changes in one year Super Duper Beds, Extra Fast Internet, Easy Availability of Movies on TV, Pizzaria gone and Curtis Stone restaurant in it's place , very upmarket, New Sports Bar Legends taking place of Disco which was always joke on ship in past because it was always empty, Legends had times when it was jampacked because they were streaming the Grand Finals of all Codes so there were some very happy people getting there sports fix, the Sushi bar was now a Seafood bar so their menu was more varied and last but not least was HAPPY HOUR in Windjammer never been on ship with happy hour before. The only negative thing i found was Entertainment was not up to usual standard in some cases showing same show in Theatre and VIsta Lounge at same time by streaming show into Vista and also the varieties not as good as in past
Read moreMavis M - Oct 2016
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"Brisbane to Freemantle"
Great ship, great food and entertainment. Not happy with Lombok due to volcano eruptions and lots of ash. Kimberley cruising the cliffs was awesome. Would recommend to every one.
Peter - Feb 2016
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"Sydney to Port Douglas "
Absolutely Fabulous Crew were very Polite and Attentive always smiling and happy to oblige nothing was a problem to them. The food was out of this world and went far beyond my expectations The Specialty Restaurants were amazing and the Waiters and even the Head Chef paid special attention to us as I was celebrating a Very Special Birthday they even presented me with a Birthday Cake. The waiters in the Main Dining Room were Great and lot's of Fun n happy to go the extra mile The cabin Staff were also great also very obliging. This may have been our First Cruise but certainly not our last as have booked another one already with the same company as we've heard very good reports from lots of Cruisers
Read moreShirley K - Sep 2016
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Cruise code: S105
10 nights
Tasmania Cruise
- Departing from Brisbane
- Sun Princess

Receive up to $85 onboard credit per cabin. May not apply to all cabin categories.
- TV for in-cabin entertainment
- In cabin safe
- Full breakfast
- Buffet or a la carte lunch menu
- Buffet or 4 course a la carte dinners
- Musical stage shows and entertainment
- Special guest entertainers
- Latest release movies (in cabin and on big screen)
- Choice of Bars and Lounges
- Fully supervised children's programs for ages 3 to 17 years
Frequently asked questions
Cruising is such a great value holiday as your fare includes accommodations, all main meals onboard ship, onboard daytime activities, and night-time entertainment including live stage shows. One reason cruising is good value is because you'll know what most of your holiday will cost before you go. Generally your only extra onboard expenses could be your beverages (though these are sometimes included on luxury ships), optional shore excursions, personal services such as spa treatments, and any purchases at the gift and duty free shops.
All your main meals are included on a cruise. Typically for breakfast, lunch and dinner there is an a la carte option (order from a menu) or a buffet option. There is so much choice available, and the food is excellent. However, your cruise doesn't always just include these 3 main meals. You can in fact eat non-stop for 24 hours a day if you like.
Most cruise lines also offer specialty dining as an alternative option to the main restaurants. There is typically a small cover charge for this. However, the food is well worth it, and the specialty restaurants are normally smaller and more intimate than the main restaurants so they make for a great place to celebrate a special occasion.
The entertainment on board comes in many different styles and formats but is always included in the cruise fare. In the evening there are shows in the main show lounge (except small ship cruising). Typically there are two sessions a night so, depending on your dinner time, you can always catch the show. The style of these shows changes daily. Some nights it will include all of the ship’s entertainment crew with a Las Vegas style production. Other nights there may be a guest entertainer or comedian. There is something for everyone.
The entertainment doesn't stop with the nightly performances. Each night the ship provides a newsletter detailing all the activities that will take place the following day. These activities may include dance classes, arts and crafts, table tennis, live music, tournaments, trivia quizzes, recent release movies, and other deck games and deck parties. The great thing about a cruise is that you can do as much or as little as you like. If your idea of a holiday is sitting back with a good book, you can do that. If you like to be entertained there is no shortage of entertainment.
One of the main reasons for a cruise making such a great family holiday is the “kids club” facilities offered on board, and they are all included in your cruise fare. Typically the kids clubs are broken into 3 different age groups - 3 to 6 years, 7 to 12 years, and 13 – 17 years. In these dedicated children’s facilities they are looked after by trained staff and the facilities are open from 9am – 10pm. Parents can check their children into the “kids club” whenever it suits them. Children love these facilities as it is “their space” aboard the ship.
NB Each cruise line has limited space on board the ship for children as the kids club facilities can cater for a limited number of children, and any child booked onto a cruise has access to the kids club. If you are planning on taking a cruise during the school holidays then you need to book early as the children's space will sell out. Also, while most cruise lines have kids club facilities there are some exceptions (not common) so you should check this at time of booking.
The chances are you will not get seasick. On a cruise most people do not suffer from motion sickness. However, if you are going to get seasick then it is likely to happen in the first 24 hours. If you limit the amount of alcohol you consume and activities you do in the first 24 hours you can reduce the chance of this happening. Another thing you can do is select a midship cabin on a lower deck. A cabin in the middle of the ship (midship) will experience the least amount of movement.
There are a number of other precautions/medications you can take, and these can be purchased before you travel at a pharmacy or health shop. Otherwise you can buy them on board.
The best thing you can do if you feel seasick is visit the ship’s doctor. They can give you an injection that will give you relief from your seasickness within 30 minutes. You have planned and saved for your holiday, don't ruin it by feeling sick. Visit the doctor for the injection and get it treated straight away. If you have travel insurance then you can claim this back.
IMPORTANT: A visit to the doctor on board will cost you money so we strongly recommend you get travel insurance before you depart on your holiday.
Terms and conditions for this cruise
Frequently Asked Questions
Shore excursions are pre-organised tours & sightseeing options that you purchase on board for when your ship is in a port of call. Every ship has a “Shore Ex” desk with qualified staff who can advise you of different excursions available, what’s best to do and generally help you with information on the particular region your ship is visiting.
Shore excursions can be booked on board your ship however some cruise lines allow you to pre-book and pay for excursions online. If there is a tour you really want to do then we recommend you pre-book it as popular tours do sell out.
Shore excursions are not compulsory, you are free to go ashore and return to the ship as many times as you like.
When you go ashore it is important to note:
You must take your cruise I.D. card (ticket) as proof for re-embarking.
The city or town you are visiting may not be close to the port where the ship is docked, cruise lines normally organise shuttle buses (at a minimal charge) throughout the day to and from the city centre.
You must return to the ship at the stipulated time as the ship WILL NOT wait for late passengers.
Tour costs vary depending on the activity, itinerary and inclusions. There is always a wide variety on offer for all age groups and abilities that can start from as little as $25.
Sometimes you can book your tour, when you arrive at your port, direct from the operator at a much cheaper price. However, this comes with a buyer beware warning. The operators used by the cruise line are trusted professionals so you will not be ripped off. Also, if something goes wrong on your tour, the cruise line knows where you are and will take the necessary steps to pick you up if your vehicle has broken down. In extreme cases they will even hold the ship's departure for you if you are late returning from a tour booked through the ship. They will not wait if you go direct through the operator, as they will not know where you are.
Unlike airlines, there are no luggage restrictions on a cruise. However you need to consider that you need to store it in your cabin for your holiday. There is plenty of storage space in your cabin but if you are travelling in a quad cabin you may want to impose your own restrictions.
NB It is important to remember that airlines have different luggage restrictions, so if you are flying either pre or post cruise then you may want to keep within their allowances.
Cruise lines around the world do not all operate using the same onboard currency. The currency varies from cruise line to cruise line with the most common currency being US dollars. P&O Cruises Australia, Carnival Spirit and the Sun and Dawn Princess all use Australian dollars as their onboard currency.
Cruising is a cashless society which means when you purchase anything on board you do not pay for it in cash. When you board the ship it is like checking into a hotel, you can either give a credit card imprint or the cruise line will take a cash deposit of approximately $300. You are then given a “cruise card”. Your cruise card is your door key (on most ships), has your dinner table number on it (for traditional dining), and it is used for making any purchases aboard.
When you make a purchase with your cruise card, it is swiped and a receipt is printed that you will need to sign. The cost of the purchase is then added to your onboard account which you settle at the end of your cruise.
Many cruises on our websites come with onboard credits. This could be from a special promotion that is being run by the cruise line or because of the relationship we have with the cruise lines that allows us to select certain cruises to receive onboard credit. The amount of onboard credit does normally depend on the length of the cruise.
If your reservation receives onboard credit we will confirm this with you in writing and then your onboard account will automatically be in credit for the amount we have confirmed to you. This credit can be used towards any onboard expenditure that is charged back to your cabin. It is important to note that if you do not spend all of your onboard credit it will not be refunded to you in cash so it is best you spend it all while on board.
Tipping/gratuities are a big issue for a lot of Australasian cruise passengers as it is not our custom to reward good service in this way. What cruise passengers need to consider is that outside of Australasia, the remuneration for personnel in the service industry is quite low. Hence, to keep up a high standard, employees have the incentive of earning additional income via the tips they receive. At the end of the day, how much you tip is up to you.
The most common way cruise lines suggest tipping, is that they add a suggested amount to your daily onboard account. You can choose to keep that on your account or you can ask the purser to remove it. This suggested amount is divided out amongst your cabin steward, your dinner waiter, your assistant waiter, your wine steward, and maitre d’.
Some cruise lines ask passengers to wait until the end of the cruise and they discreetly leave an envelope in your cabin in which to place the appropriate amount. Some cruise lines state that the fare you have paid includes gratuities. Some cruise lines ask that you pre-pay the gratuities with your cruise fare prior to your holiday departure.
Again, the amount you tip is up to you (unless it is prepaid) and it isn't intended to have a negative impact on your holiday. Do what feels most comfortable to you.
The rules surrounding where you can smoke on board a cruise ship vary from cruise line to cruise line. However, none have taken steps to ban smoking completely. Most only allow smoking in designated areas on the open decks. Many have banned smoking on cabin balconies as this poses a fire risk.
Many cruise lines have rules restricting you from taking your own alcohol on board your cruise ship. If you have pre purchased duty free alcohol the ship will take it off you when you board and store it away for you. This alcohol will be delivered to your cabin the night before you disembark. The same applies if you purchase it when you are in port. Any purchases made on board will also be delivered the night before you disembark.
However, Princess Cruises will allow you to bring a bottle of wine aboard which you can drink at dinner or in your cabin.
These restrictions were put in place to create a safer environment on board your cruise ship, where people drink within a controlled drinking environment.
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