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Avatar of Tallis Boerne MarcusTallis Boerne Marcus

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.

“People think we’re rich but we’re not” – living on a cruise ship doesn’t cost what you’d think

28 May 2025 by Tallis Boerne Marcus
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American couple Johan Bodin and Lanette Canen have revealed the secrets of their lifestyle, eight months into their 15-year journey of living on a cruise ship.

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Carnival Splendor

21 May 202627 May 2025 by Tallis Boerne Marcus
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Thinking of taking a cruise on Carnival Splendor? This ultimate guide has everything you need to know – itineraries, entertainment, food, and more.

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The Royal Caribbean tweak that will make your cruise cost $60 more

28 May 202527 May 2025 by Tallis Boerne Marcus
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Royal Caribbean blog reported seeing the prices jump up, with many of the cruise lines signature cocktails which were previously USD$14, now costing USD$15.

Categories News Tags Royal Caribbean

Why New Zealand’s hugely popular cruise ports are losing ships and tourism dollars

26 May 2025 by Tallis Boerne Marcus
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Its cruise association has reported a 40% decline in port calls, and has launched a campaign to persuade cruise lines to return.

Categories News Tags New Zealand

How the NT and Darwin are smashing cruise records and welcoming more ships than ever

23 May 202523 May 2025 by Tallis Boerne Marcus
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The port of Darwin is fresh off a record cruise season, with a massive 113 cruise ships visiting the port over Australia’s 2024/25 cruise season. 

Categories News Tags Darwin

Royal Caribbean opens Lelepa waitlist for first ever Pacific private beach club

23 May 202523 May 2025 by Tallis Boerne Marcus
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Since the announcement, Aussies have been wondering what this could mean for cruising in Australia.

Categories News Tags Royal Caribbean

Carnival, the Fun Ship family line, trials its first adults only cruise

23 May 2025 by Tallis Boerne Marcus
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A cruise on Carnival Magic has been changed to an adults-only cruise, a surprising move for a cruise line that bases itself around fun for the whole family. 

Categories News Tags Carnival Cruise Line

Anger as Carnival Corporation confirms it won’t merge its loyalty programs

22 May 202522 May 2025 by Tallis Boerne Marcus
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Carnival Cruise Line has confirmed it has no plans to merge the loyalty programs across its multiple brands.

Categories News Tags Carnival Cruise Line

More big ship moves: MSC joins cruise lines in orders two more World-class ships

21 May 2025 by Tallis Boerne Marcus
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MSC has become the latest cruise line to announce an order for more megaships.

Categories News Tags MSC Cruises
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