The Departure Lounge Travel and Cruise

05/06/2026

04/06/2026

🌍 Calling all Solo Travellers! ✈️

Thinking about your next adventure but don't want to wait for someone else to join you? Now is the perfect time! Our friends at APT have released some fantastic Solo Traveller Deals for June, making it easier and more affordable to explore the world on your own. Whether you're looking for a river cruise, escorted tour or bucket-list journey, these limited-time offers are a great opportunity to travel your way and meet like-minded people along the way. Contact us for full details and to find the perfect solo adventure! 🌎✨

03/06/2026

✨ REAL HONEYMOON. REAL MEMORIES. 🐘🥂🌴

Nothing makes us happier than seeing our clients living out the experiences they once only dreamed about… and this South Africa & Mauritius honeymoon was truly something special ❤️

From breathtaking safari moments at Moditlo River Lodge to island relaxation in Mauritius — this was the kind of trip that stays with you forever.

Here’s what our beautiful honeymoon clients had to say:

“The Safari at Moditlo Lodge was AMAZING! One of the best experiences of our lives. We loved every second.

The accommodation and staff were so lovely. The team were knowledgeable and very helpful. The food was spectacular and they were great with our dietary restrictions.

Some of the best food we have had while travelling… they created a 5-star menu at Moditlo.

4 days was perfect, but we honestly could have stayed longer which is crazy to think!

Thank you guys both so much for organising this amazing experience!”

Safari honeymoons are honestly one of the most magical and underrated trips we organise 🦁✨
Luxury lodges, unforgettable wildlife encounters, sunsets over the African bush… followed by pure tropical bliss.

If Africa is sitting quietly on your bucket list… this might just be your sign 💫

📍South Africa & Mauritius Honeymoons
📍Tailor-made luxury itineraries
📍Designed personally by our boutique team

Message us to start planning YOUR dream trip 🤍

02/06/2026

We’ve been busy — and now we’re in print 👏🏼👏🏼

Pick up the Winter Edition of Coast Magazine and you’ll find us in the Coast Loves section, showcasing our beautiful designer luggage range. And with Melbourne’s winter in full swing, consider this a little warmth to brighten your day. Spotted us in Coast Magazine? Coast readers save 10% with promo code COAST10.

Shop at:

https://thedepartureloungetravelandcruise.com.au/shop

or visit us in-store in Berwick. Free local delivery available.

And if the magazine has you dreaming of somewhere warm, our Maldives wellness retreat with Club Med might be exactly what you need

🌴 5-10 November 2026, from $3,099pp with just $500 to hold your place.

Come in and see us, or reach out at [email protected]

18/05/2026

BLACK LEOPARD SAFARI — KENYA 2027 🇰🇪✨

This is NOT your average safari.

An exclusive small-group adventure through Kenya’s most spectacular wildlife regions — including the legendary search for Giza, the famous black leopard of Laikipia 🖤

✨ Maximum 6 guests only
📅 9–18 February 2027
💰 From AUD $12,595pp twin share

Think:
🦁 Masai Mara game drives
📸 Incredible photography opportunities
✈️ Flights within Kenya included
🍷 Luxury lodges & immersive safari experiences
🐾 Expert guides tracking Africa’s most elusive big cats

If Africa is on your bucket list… this is next level.

Message us for the full itinerary before this sells out! ✈️🌍

14/05/2026

✨ “Thank you so much for suggesting this as an option to Japan… we had the BEST time!” ✨🇯🇵

Another happy client home from an unforgettable adventure with G Adventures ❤️ Thank you for the lovely feedback and we wanted to share this for anyone who is keen to visit Japan for the first time!!

From buzzing cities to peaceful countryside, snow-covered scenery to warm sunny days… this trip truly had it all. 🚄⛰️🚲🎣

Highlights included:

✨ Hiking & cycling through stunning landscapes
✨ Learning about Japanese customs & culture
✨ Incredible food experiences — including dining with a famous Iron Chef 👨‍🍳
✨ Beautiful accommodation throughout
✨ Seeing Mt Fuji from the train (bucket list moment!) 🗻

And the biggest takeaway?

“Everything was planned perfectly with the right mix of activities and recovery time.”

We LOVE hearing feedback like this because it’s exactly why we carefully match our clients with the right style of travel 💫

If Japan is on your wish list but you’re unsure whether independent travel or a small group tour is the better fit — let’s chat. We can help find the perfect option for you ✈️

13/05/2026

🧊 Join Our Exclusive Magical Trip To… 🧊

❄️ Winter Wonderland in Europe ❄️

8 Days | Helsinki Return | Departs 11 March 2027

Exciting News — We've Just Released a Special Departure!

Picture yourself deep in the Arctic wilderness, leading a team of huskies across a snow-dusted landscape, sleeping beneath the northern lights in a glass igloo, and gliding through Lapland on a reindeer-drawn sled. From the ancient traditions of the Sámi people to the vibrant charm of Helsinki, Finland promises an experience unlike anything else on earth.

The adventure of a lifetime in partnership with Collette is closer than you think, and if you book by 11 August 2026, you can save $500 per person*.

Contact us to get full details and book!

Solo spots available or twin/double share

📧 [email protected]
📱 03 9769 5722

11/05/2026

Gorgeous luggage sets available now!
Reebok - large, medium and cabin size

Was: $795 per set
Now just $495 per set!! 👀

While stocks last only! 🙌🏻

Hop to our online store and free local area delivery

https://thedepartureloungetravelandcruise.com.au/shop

07/05/2026

Mother’s Day is a moment to recognise the unseen work mums do all year - the late nights, the mental load, and the constant “what’s next?” running in the background

Flowers are lovely…

But a five-night, all-inclusive retreat designed specifically for mums is something different.

A Mumcation can be a gift from family, friends, or colleagues, or simply a choice a mum makes for herself when the time is right 🥂🩷 ☀️ 🌴 🍹 🧘‍♀️