The Cruise Whisperer

27/05/2026

Did you know… 👀

If you’re going on a cruise and considering shore excursions, there’s another alternative to booking directly through the cruise line.
Shore Excursions Group guarantees to have you back at the ship in time for departure, which gives a lot of peace of mind when exploring independently.

It’s super easy to use:
⚓ Enter your ship name
⚓ Add your sailing date
⚓ Browse excursions available in each port

Sometimes you’ll even find smaller group tours, different experiences, or alternative pricing compared to the cruise line options.

Definitely worth saving for your next cruise if you’re keen to see what else might be available beyond the ship’s excursion desk 🌎🚢

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27/05/2026

Norwegian Cruise Line Flash Sale 🚢
It’s different out here.

6–10 January 2026 | 4 Night Sailing from Sydney, including Hobart

Prices from:
✨ Interior – $1,650pp
🌊 Oceanview – $2,035pp
☀️ Balcony – $2,440pp

Plus, this sailing includes NCL’s Free at Sea offer:
🥂 Premium Beverage Package
🍽 Specialty Dining Package (1 meal)
🌍 Shore Excursion Credit
📶 Wi-Fi Package

Offer ends 28 May 2026, so if you’ve been thinking about trying Norwegian from Australia, now’s the time.

And honestly? These Australian itineraries are a little different from the usual. If you’ve already cruised to Hobart before and want something new, there are sailings including Burnie, plus overnight stays in Melbourne and Adelaide so you can explore beyond the port and experience more of the destination.

Get in touch for the full itineraries and pricing 👇
📧 [email protected]
📞 02 6551 2744

Smooth sailing, Laurel | The Cruise Whisperer 🌊

19/05/2026

This summer, it’s different out here.

Sail onboard Norwegian Spirit and discover the beauty of the South Pacific, from Tahiti and Fiji to the Cook Islands and beyond, with up to 50% off selected sailings.

Designed for adults, Norwegian Spirit offers a more relaxed, elevated way to cruise, with incredible dining, entertainment and ocean views at every turn.

So, what are you waiting for?

Let’s get you onboard and experiencing the freedom and atmosphere that makes Norwegian Cruise Line so unique.

[email protected] | 02 6551 2744

Smooth sailing,
Laurel

23/04/2026

Celebrating the real moments of travel! And you could win $200📷

Some of the best moments captured on our travels never leave the group chat or get totally forgotten on your camera roll... but to us it's pure gold.

It’s the unexpected, the magical, the mid-laugh moments. Jet-lagged arrivals, messy hair, wild nights and chaotic fun. These are the moments we’re here for.

So here’s the deal. If you’ve got some travel videos that make you smile, upload them below and ... *drum roll*
.. you'll go in the draw to win a $200 Flight Centre Gift Card!*

From takeoff to landing and everything in-between, every travel moment tells a story – ENTER NOW and be in to WIN!

*Terms and Conditions apply. Drawn 1st of every month.

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Smooth sailing! Laurel

Real Moments, Real Memories Competition

21/04/2026

Carnival is bringing the fun with their Cruise Value Packages!

Cruise value packages are on sale again, this time for an extended promotional period thru to 18 May 2026.

For this already booked to sail, you have the option to book either the Essentials Value Package or the Ultimate Value Package.

The Essentials package includes Cheers zero proof drinks, value
Wi-Fi, shore tour discount and specialty dining discount.

The Ultimate package will include Cheers!, premium wifi, shore tour discount, specialty dining discount, spa treatment and photo package discounts.

This is available from today until 18 May 2026.

Applicable to eligible sailings from 1 May - 31 December 2026.

Pre-cruise purchase only, this is not available onboard.

Just a handy tip, to redeem the pre-cruise shore excursion, dining, spa or photo discounts, you must redeem them online on My Cruise Manager with a purchase before departure. Pre-cruise discounts cannot be applied on board. Shore excursion, dining and spa purchases are subject to availability, so we encourage you to make plans early when using the package benefits.

Full details available here:
https://www.carnival.com.au/cruise.../cruise-value-packages

Please feel free to get in touch if I can help add this on to your cruise holiday.

Smooth sailing,

Laurel | The Cruise Whisperer | Cruise Specialist | CLIA Master
[email protected] | 02 6551 2744
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18/04/2026

Fancy sailing home from Bali?

Regent Seven Seas Navigator
2 October 2027
From $4,990pp

This package includes:
One way flight from Perth to Bali
BONUS 2 Night hotel stay in Bali
10 Night luxury cruise from Bali to Perth with an overnight stay onboard in Bali
All-inclusive premium beverages, shore excursions, specialty dining and more

Sailing on the Seven Seas Navigator offers an intimate, ultra-luxury experience for 496 guests, featuring all-suite, ocean-view accommodations - mostly with balconies - and highly attentive service. It is favoured for its smaller, club-like atmosphere, offering all-inclusive gourmet dining, free shore excursions, and a fully refurbished, elegant design.

If you are interested, these are limited time packages so please get in touch.

Smooth Sailing,

Laurel | The Cruise Whisperer | Cruise Specialist | CLIA Master
[email protected] | 02 6551 2744
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23/03/2026

Shout out to all the solo travellers! ✈️

Intrepid Exclusive – Free Solo Supplement

Travel your way. Intrepid gives solo travellers the choice,
✔️ Share with another traveller at no extra cost, or
✔️ Choose your own room with a solo supplement

For a limited time, the solo supplement is FREE on selected departures to Vietnam and Peru (travel before 15 December 2026).

And yes, you can absolutely still travel. There are options to fly to both destinations while avoiding the Middle East.

If Vietnam or Peru is on your list, and you’re ready to go, this is a great opportunity to do it your way.

Strictly limited availability.

📞 02 6551 2744
📧 [email protected]

Smooth sailing,
Laurel

18/03/2026

A ROYAL HOLIDAY LIKE NO OTHER 🌴

Introducing Royal Beach Club℠ Lelepa, Royal Caribbean’s first exclusive cruise destination in the South Pacific.

An untouched natural paradise in Vanuatu, included in your cruise fare.

Think pristine beaches, crystal-clear water, snorkelling, local culture, incredible food and those unreal ocean views we all travel for.

This is going to be something special.

Bookings for the inaugural 2027 season open tomorrow, 19 March, and I expect this one will be popular.

If it’s even slightly on your radar, now is the time to start the conversation.

📞 02 6551 2744
📧 [email protected]

Smooth sailing,
Laurel

03/03/2026

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And when you use this referral code, it lets Flight Centre know I am telling our customers about this amazing rewards program 😉

AND. You can also earn even more points with a paid upgraded version. Your choice! But if you travel a lot, this could be very lucrative in the points earning game.

Honestly. We love travelling. And to earn some points to use on MORE travel feels like such a win-win.

Sign up! And download the app, that's my hot tip because there are games and promotions to earn even more points.

Happy Wednesday!

Smooth sailing,

Laurel

26/02/2026

If, like us, you've been wondering why sailing departures have been disappearing from websites, we've found out why.

Cruise Weekly have just announced that we will no longer have 4 ships sailing in Australia year round.

Carnival to decrease from three to two ships year-round in Carnival Cruise Line Australia

Carnival Adventure will become a seasonal prospect in Australia from 2028.

Carnival Cruise Line has announced Carnival Adventure will move to sailing seasonally in Australia from April 2028, leaving the brand with just two year-round vessels based Down Under.

Adventure will relocate to the northern hemisphere following her 2027-28 Australian program, with Carnival citing more favourable market conditions elsewhere and an uncertain local regulatory environment for the move.

This will see Carnival move from one to two seasonal summer vessels: Adventure from Sydney and Carnival Luminosa from Brisbane, with Carnival Encounter and Carnival Splendor still based in Australia year-round.

If you are thinking about cruising, NOW is the time to book as this will limit availability. We are already booking customers for 2028 with some cruise lines, so it's never too early.

What do you think of the change?

Smooth sailing,

Laurel