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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.

Royal Caribbean orders two more of the “world’s biggest ships” – but rival lines are coming for their title

29 Apr 202628 Apr 2026 by Tallis Boerne Marcus
legend of the seas

Not only is bigger better for Royal Caribbean but more is merrier as the line orders two new megaships.

Categories News Tags Royal Caribbean

Can you live at sea for less? This couple says you can – and our Sydney figures agree

26 Apr 202626 Apr 2026 by Tallis Boerne Marcus
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Katrina and Kevin Middleton live on a cruise ship for less than on land. And our calculations show you can do it from Australia.

Categories News Tags Life at Sea Cruises, Royal Caribbean 2 Comments

“Prices have doubled and all we get are the same itineraries” – cruisers on why they aren’t visiting New Zealand

24 Apr 202624 Apr 2026 by Tallis Boerne Marcus
new zealand cruise ship

Cruise Passenger readers always have plenty to say about whatโ€™s going on in Australian cruise, and in the broader cruise community.

Categories News Tags New Zealand 2 Comments

Your guide to the best winter cruising for Australians

24 Apr 202624 Apr 2026 by Tallis Boerne Marcus
norwegian spirit

There are many destinations waiting to welcome cruisers wth open arms and winter sun. Read our guide to Winter Cruising 2026 and pick the itinerary for you.

Categories News Tags Carnival, Coral Expeditions

“Your safety will be at risk” – Australian government strongly warns against snapping up cheap Middle East flights

24 Apr 202623 Apr 2026 by Tallis Boerne Marcus
A Middle East airline Etihad plane sits on the tarmac

Return economy Sydney to London flights are on offer for $1500, while business class can be found for $3500. But are they worth the risk?

Categories Tips & Advice Tags flights 1 Comment

Are cruise lines nickel and diming or just ensuring cruise prices are stable and fair?

28 Apr 202623 Apr 2026 by Tallis Boerne Marcus
NCL Pride of America

Probably the most frequent and passionate complaint youโ€™ll hear from regular cruisers, is that cruise lines are โ€˜nickel and dimingโ€™ them.

Categories News Tags Carnival Cruise Line, Celebrity Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, Princess Cruises, Royal Caribbean 1 Comment

Celebrity Edge has the ‘wow but Celebrity Solstice has the space: Why I’d choose different Celebrity ships for different trips

22 Apr 202622 Apr 2026 by Tallis Boerne Marcus
two large cruise ships edge v solstice

Cruise Passenger puts these two popular ships up against each to help you decide when you book your next cruise.

Categories News Tags Celebrity Cruises

Royal Caribbean’s Legend of the Seas starts sea trials โ€“ reviews praise the activities on its mega class ships

22 Apr 202621 Apr 2026 by Tallis Boerne Marcus
legend of the seas world's biggest cruise ship

Royal Caribbean’s Legend of the Seas, which is set to join Icon of the Seas and Star of the Seas as the biggest cruise ship in the world, set out on its first sea trials.

Categories News Tags Royal Caribbean

Daughter of Suzanne Rees reveals she had to request a refund after her mum died on cruise ship shore excursion

21 Apr 202620 Apr 2026 by Tallis Boerne Marcus
suzanne rees on hike

Almost six months on from the tragic death of Suzanne Rees, many questions remain over her death.ย But the treatment of her family is also now in question.

Categories News Tags Coral Expeditions 1 Comment
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