Opinion

With endless cruise options today, getting an unbiased opinion can be invaluable when planning your next cruise adventure. This site offers Australian cruisers an inside look at the best and worst of life at sea, from candid reviews of cruise lines and ships to the must-do excursions on land. Find straightforward feedback from cruisers enthusiasts on major cruise lines like P&O, Princess, Norwegian Cruise Line, Disney, Royal Caribbean etc. Discover which lines offer the best value, service, food and activities for the price point. In addition, cruisers will learn the distinctions between mass market and luxury cruising. Moreover, this site also features ship-by-ship ratings on cleanliness, staff, and onboard facilities from customers who’ve sailed them. Get the scoop on the most popular cruise destinations as well as exotic emerging locales from our destination guides. Find out which shore excursions and tour packages are worth the cost or if you’re better off exploring independently. Read reviews of the top-rated activities and “can’t miss” attractions at each port. From “what to pack” checklists to avoiding hidden cruise fees, our articles offer tips and hacks to make the most of your cruise. See candid photos of cruise ship cabins and onboard venues. This site also provides suggestions for the best restaurants, entertainment, and nightlife on ships. Or get advice on booking cruise deals, group travel, and shore excursions. With millions of options today, a cruise is defined by the unique experiences cruisers have. This site offers real opinions from cruisers to help people determine which cruise line, ship, itinerary and activities will exceed their expectations. Let our reviews and opinions guide you to the best cruising experiences down under!

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Carnival Spirit Sydney Sailaway

She almost dwarfed the Opera House sitting there alongside the Overseas Passenger Terminal and, all I knew when I approached the red carpet for VIP check-in with my friends was, that we would experience as […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Oct 24 2012
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An intern’s guide to your first time on a ship

Cruise Passenger's intern steps aboard his first ever cruise ship.

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Oct 22 2012
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Crew Interview: Rakesh Syam, table magician on Carnival Breeze

The pioneer of close-up magic on Carnival Cruise Lines, Rakesh Syam, talks to e-Travel Blackboard about following your dream and not taking “no” for an answer. Natalie: How did you become a magician? Rakesh: In […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Aug 16 2012
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Carnival Breeze Day 12: A Final Breezy Day In Palma

  Our final day had come around quickly and there was still so much I wanted to do and see aboard Carnival Breeze. Tempted to stay aboard for another day, I succumbed to the logic […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Aug 15 2012
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Crystal Serenity Day 1: A Crystal Clear Embarkation

Embarking a ship is always a tedious experience, so when my cruising buddy, Elysia and I were ushered through check-in and sitting in the Crystal Dining Room within thirty minutes of getting off the bus, […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Aug 9 2012
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Carnival Breeze Day 11: Laughs a plenty

Dragging myself out of my comfortable bed, I am determined not to miss the last comedy brunch of this voyage. Eating and trying to focus on the comedians positioned in the middle of the Sapphire […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Aug 9 2012
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Highlights of Kitsisarssuit in Greenland with Ponant

Life above the Arctic Circle has to be tough and here in the little village of Kitsisarssuit, 250 km north of the polar line we get a glimpse of a real Inuit village and meet […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Aug 6 2012
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Carnival Liberty Day 3: A Mexican Paradise

Sailing into Cozumel was very exciting for this Mexican first timer. A mariachi band could be heard in the distance and I had a beach day planned on Paradise Island! On thumbing through the shore […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . May 30 2012
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Avalon Luminary River Cruise, Part 8: Amsterdam

Back to where we started – Amsterdam – a truly beautiful city, where our river cruise began.

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . May 30 2012
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Carnival Liberty Day 2: A Fun Day at Sea

With a plethora of activities onboard Carnival Liberty on a 'fun day at sea', the most stressful part of my day is deciding what to do!

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . May 29 2012
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Avalon Luminary River Cruise, Part 7: Maastricht & Floriade

We stepped straight off the decks of Avalon Luminary and into our walking tour of Maastricht.

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . May 28 2012
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Carnival Liberty Day 1: A fun ship first timer

Boarding Carnival Liberty in Port Miami is an experience to say the least...but the long lines do give me a chance to take advantage of the free WiFi available!

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . May 28 2012