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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.

NZ operators fight attempts to halt cruise in Milford Sound as government dithers

10 Mar 20257 Mar 2025 by Tallis Boerne Marcus
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Alarm bells went ringing through the cruise industry when it was revealed that the New Zealand tourism minister was considering a proposal for tourism in the Milford Sound region that includes a proposal to ban cruise ships. 

Categories News Tags New Zealand 4 Comments

Could you be hit by a cruise ship tilt? Here’s what you need to know

3 Mar 2025 by Tallis Boerne Marcus
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Crown Princess captured worldwide headlines when it tilted while sailing through Milford Sound, with pictures and videos revealing the onboard damage and 13 passengers sustaining minor injuries. 

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Passengers Injured as Crown Princess Tilts on Voyage from Sydney to New Zealand

3 Mar 20253 Mar 2025 by Tallis Boerne Marcus
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Crown Princess has tilted while sailing in Milford Sound in New Zealand. Heavy weather made the ship rock and led to some objects falling off shelves and flooding of some dining areas.

Categories News Tags Princess Cruises 1 Comment

How Australia could be a winner if Donald Trump takes on cruise

3 Mar 20252 Mar 2025 by Tallis Boerne Marcus
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Commerce Secretary of the Trump administration Howard Lutnick commented that cruise lines don’t pay taxes and “this is going to end under Donald Trump”.

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These 15 European cities with cruise fees and bans: How will it affect your 2025 voyage

28 Feb 2025 by Tallis Boerne Marcus
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As Europe prepares for its wave season, how will your cruise look with the growing number of cities fighting against ships?

Categories News Tags Amsterdam, Venice

Your questions answered: comprehensive guide to the new Carnival Australia’s ships

28 Feb 202527 Feb 2025 by Tallis Boerne Marcus
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As we draw closer to the transition of P&O Cruises Australia into being a part of Carnival Cruises, there are many things we know about what the new ships will look like, as well as many things we don’t.

Categories News Tags Carnival Australia 7 Comments

Winter South Pacific cruising: Is it safe to visit Port Vila?

27 Feb 202527 Feb 2025 by Tallis Boerne Marcus
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As Australia’s cruise season slowly winds down, many cruisers, first-time or otherwise will now be eyeing winter sailings.

Categories News Tags South Pacific 1 Comment

Picture exclusive: Pacific Explorer goes under the hammer as Carnival boss says new fleet will bring US cruisers Down Under

18 Jun 202526 Feb 2025 by Tallis Boerne Marcus
The interior of the old Pacific Explorer getting gutted

Carnival Explorer is being refurbished in Singapore and most of the old P&O areas are being demolished

Categories News Tags P&O Cruises 5 Comments

As Princess extends, here’s how you can save thousands using price guarantees

28 Feb 202525 Feb 2025 by Tallis Boerne Marcus
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One of the simplest ways to save money on your cruise is extremely simple, yet often unknown even amongst regular cruisers.

Categories News Tags Princess 2 Comments
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