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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.

Cruise lines are expanding their private islands – here’s what you need to know

4 May 2025 by Tallis Boerne Marcus
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Private islands are fast becoming a key part of the cruise world, with all major cruise lines looking to open their own private destinations and islands.

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Opinion: Our biggest complaint isn’t prices, it’s repeat itineraries and complacent lines

2 May 20252 May 2025 by Tallis Boerne Marcus
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As cruise lines have tightened the purse strings in recent years, we’ve seen major cruise lines in Australia like Royal Caribbean and Carnival largely standardise their itineraries, offering less variety. 

Categories News Tags Royal Caribbean 5 Comments

Disney Cruises slashes prices once again as it struggles to win over Australian families

2 May 20252 May 2025 by Tallis Boerne Marcus
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Disney Cruises has offered a 30% discount to a range of wholesalers, meaning cruisers will be able to get 30% off their next Disney cruise for a limited time.

Categories News Tags Disney Cruise Line

Royal Caribbean announces ships for 2026/27 season – big win for Australia

2 May 20251 May 2025 by Tallis Boerne Marcus
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In a surprising but extremely welcome turn of events, Royal Caribbean has confirmed that Australia will once again have two Quantum-class ships.

Categories News Tags Royal Caribbean 2 Comments

Royal Caribbean is about to announce our 2026/27 season – will Australia or Singapore win out?

30 Apr 2025 by Tallis Boerne Marcus
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On Thursday Royal Caribbean will finally release the much anticipated Australian sailings for the 26/27 cruise season.

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Is there a new strain of norovirus plaguing cruise ships?

29 Apr 2025 by Tallis Boerne Marcus
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The USA has been seeing an uptick in outbreaks of norovirus onboard cruise ships, and it appears that a new strain of the virus could be to blame.

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Cruise ship hooligans: Passenger beaten after asking youngsters to stop rocking lift

30 Apr 202528 Apr 2025 by Tallis Boerne Marcus
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A shocking incident on Liberty of the Seas has come to light, showing the darker side of the debate on kids and how to manage their cruise ship antics.

Categories News Tags Royal Caribbean 2 Comments

Carnival Encounter

10 Apr 202626 Apr 2025 by Tallis Boerne Marcus
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There’s always plenty happening onboard with four pools, spas, waterslides, kids clubs, an adults-only retreat and more. 

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Dare to compare: Should you sail Disney from Australia or Singapore?

24 Apr 202524 Apr 2025 by Tallis Boerne Marcus
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Disney’s biggest ship yet, Disney Adventure, has floated out for the first time in Wismar, Germany.

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