Tallis 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.

Watch: The Bazaar – Celebrity Xcel’s first of its kind new space

12 Feb 20255 Feb 2025 by Tallis Boerne Marcus

We continue to learn more about Celebrity’s upcoming ship Celebrity Xcel, with the ship set to have a first of it’s kind, muli-story space, known as The Bazaar.

Celebrity Cruises order sixth Edge-class ship

18 Jun 20254 Feb 2025 by Tallis Boerne Marcus

Celebrity Cruises is getting its sixth Edge-class ship, with delivery scheduled for 2028.

Royal Caribbean delays news of Australian deployments – but Feb 17 may reveal all

3 Feb 2025 by Tallis Boerne Marcus

Royal Caribbean has delayed its release of Australian itineraries and ship deployments for the 2026/2027 season.

“I refuse to fly” – Fremantle cruise campaign calls on the government to bring back ships

3 Feb 20252 Feb 2025 by Tallis Boerne Marcus

Campaigners are petitioning for cruises to visit a range of ports throughout Western Australia, showcasing the destinations and injecting money into local economies.

Royal Caribbean prices are almost double those of Carnival Cruises – Cruise Passenger survey

31 Jan 2025 by Tallis Boerne Marcus

Is Royal Caribbean now officially a premium cruise line? RCI prices have risen while Carnival Cruises stay the same, meaning the ap between the two lines is widening in Australia.

‘Super Mario’ is famous for living life on cruise ships – here’s how to do it in Australia for $96 a day

18 Jun 202530 Jan 2025 by Tallis Boerne Marcus

Mario ‘Super Mario’ Salcedo is famous for living on cruise ships. The big question is, could this be done in Australia and if so, how much would it cost?

Carnival announces brief returns to Melbourne after $130m hit to city’s economy

30 Jan 202529 Jan 2025 by Tallis Boerne Marcus

Carnival has announced Carnival Adventure will briefly homeport in the city in 2027.

Iceland turns its back on cruise – ships cancelling as new tax arrives

29 Jan 202528 Jan 2025 by Tallis Boerne Marcus

The latest destination to see its cruise industry kneecapped by new regulations and restrictions appears to be Iceland.

12 best free things to do on a cruise ship

29 Jan 202626 Jan 2025 by Tallis Boerne Marcus

Virgin Voyages is planning to sail in Australia next year - we find out if it lives up to the hype

From giggling at comedians to putting your feet up by the pool, there’s never any shortage of activities to make your sea days memorable without spending a dime.