932 Published Articles
Tallis Boerne Marcus
Journalist
With nearly four years of experience writing for Big Splash Media, Tallis Boerne Marcus is a trusted authority on travel and cruising. Covering everything from the latest ship launches to top cruise destinations and critical consumer insights, his in-depth reporting sets the standard in travel journalism. His work frequently attracts attention from leading publications and travel sites, making him a key voice in the industry. Tallis enjoys travelling abroad and taking long hikes.
932 Published Articles
Carnival set to continue “extraordinarily popular” adults-only cruises
Carnival has suggested that it will continue adults-only cruises, due to the initial tests proving 'extraordinary popular'.
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Authorities to board Coral Adventurer and investigate the death of Suzanne Rees
The 60-day cruise around Australia with cruise line Coral Expeditions has been cancelled after cruise passenger Suzanne Rees tragically died on a shore excursion at Lizard Island, capturing national and international attention.
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Carnival Luminosa arrives in Brisbane – here are six itineraries to try from $125 a night
Carnival Luminosa has arrived in Brisbane to mark its fourth season of sailing out of Queensland and the season is shaping as a big one.
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“Bring Princess back to Melbourne! It should be a campaign”
In Your Say, we look at the issues our readers are writing to us about on our blogs, posts and newsletters.
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The best repositioning cruise deals for the end of the 2025/26 season
Cruise Passenger has found the best deals going for end of the season repositioning cruises.
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Carnival answers pleas from regional ports with sailings out of Adelaide and Melbourne
Carnival has unveiled its 2027/28 program, expanding homeports to Adelaide, Auckland and Melbourne alongside Sydney and Brisbane.
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“Mum died alone” – Daughter of deceased cruise passenger speaks out as authorities launch investigation
An 80-year old woman has tragically died on Lizard Island in the Great Barrier Reef, which she was visiting as part of her Coral Expeditions cruise.
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Australia’s cruise industry presses for federal changes as figures show $1 billion loss
Figures from CLIA, the cruise lines international association reveal that Australia lost $1.11 billion in total economic impact from cruising in 2024/25 season when compared to the 2023/24 season.
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