The Cruise Whisperer

26/08/2026

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10/07/2026

🌺❄️ From Tropical Hawaii to the Glaciers of Alaska 🚢

🚢 Ship: Virgin Voyages Brilliant Lady (Adults Only)
🗓️ Sailing: 24 August 2027
💰 From: $4,990pp*

If you've ever dreamed of sipping cocktails in Hawaii before cruising through some of the most breathtaking scenery on Earth, this is one to put on your bucket list.

✨ Your holiday includes:
• Return international flights
• 3 nights in Honolulu
• Pearl Harbor sightseeing
• Flight from Honolulu to Seattle
• 1 night in Seattle
• 9-night Alaska cruise onboard Brilliant Lady in an interior cabin
• Wi-Fi, dining, entertainment,
* BONUS USD$450 Onboard Bar Tab for your cabin


Stateroom upgrades available, ask us about this.

Alaska is one of those destinations that travellers fall in love with, and combining it with a stay in Hawaii makes this an unforgettable holiday. Add Virgin Voyages' adults-only experience, and you've got a package that's a little bit special.

If Alaska has been sitting on your bucket list, I'd love to help you see if this itinerary is the right fit for you.

These packages are always popular and availability is limited. Once the promotional allocation is sold, that's it!

📞 Laurel Brown
🚢 Cruise Specialist | Flight Centre Taree
📱 (02) 6551 2744
📧 [email protected]

Price is per person, twin share and subject to availability.

07/07/2026

Oktoberfest 2027!

MSC Preziosa
October 2027
From $5,990 per person

Celebrate Oktoberfest in style before you set sail onboard MSC Preziosa in 2027. Discover the rich history, stunning landscapes, and vibrant culture of Northern Europe as you explore charming cities and picturesque ports along the way | Low Deposit From $299*pp

Your 13 Night Fly, Stay and Cruise Holiday with $4000 Bonus Value includes:
✅ Flights to Munich, returning from Hamburg
✅ BONUS 3 Night Munich hotel stay
✅ BONUS Scenic rail journey from Munich to Berlin
✅ BONUS 2 Night Berlin hotel stay
✅ BONUS Scenic rail journey from Berlin to Hamburg
✅ BONUS 1 Night Hamburg hotel stay
✅ 7 Night Norwegian Fjords cruise from Hamburg
✅ Onboard dining across a range of complimentary venues
✅ Onboard entertainment including live music & performances
✅ All onboard port taxes, charges and prepaid gratuities included
✅ ADD on Premium Extra unlimited beverage package for just $499*pp

Prices start with an interior, but talk to me about other cabin types.

💎 All this from only $5990*pp
📅 3 October 2027
🚢 Onboard MSC Preziosa
⏰ Selling FAST, don't miss out

Get in touch!
[email protected] / 02. 6552 2745

Smooth sailing, Laurel

30/06/2026

Next up... Japan!

I know Japan is high on so many people's travel wish lists, so when I came across this itinerary, I knew I had to share it.

And here's a little bonus... Australian passport holders don't currently need a tourist visa for either Japan or China, making this a surprisingly easy trip to plan.

This isn't just a cruise around Japan. It's a chance to experience both Japan and China on one incredible journey, with the luxury of waking up somewhere new almost every day.

🚢 Azamara Pursuit
📅 June 2028
💰 From $7,990 per person

One of the reasons I love Azamara is that it doesn't feel like cruising with thousands of other people. With around 700 guests onboard, it's a much more relaxed experience. The ships can visit smaller ports, you'll enjoy longer stays (including overnights), and the focus is really on the destinations rather than rushing from one place to the next.

This itinerary includes overnight stays in:
✨ Hong Kong
✨ Shanghai
✨ Beijing
✨ Kobe
✨ Tokyo

Your holiday also includes:
✈️ Return international economy flights (into Hong Kong, home from Tokyo)
🏨 One night in Hong Kong and one night in Tokyo
🥂 Beer, wine, spirits, cocktails, specialty coffees and soft drinks
🍽️ Gourmet dining and room service
🎭 Entertainment, destination lectures and cultural experiences
✨ AzAmazing Evenings – exclusive immersive events ashore
🤍 Prepaid gratuities
🧺 Unlimited self-service laundry
…and plenty more.

The other thing I love about booking this far ahead is that it gives you time. Time to plan, time to get excited, and time to spread your payments out before you travel.

If this has been sitting on your travel wish list, I'd recommend having a look sooner rather than later. These holiday packages have a limited allocation, and once they're sold, that's it.

If you'd like the full itinerary or want to see if it's the right fit for you, send me a message or give me a call.

📩 Laurel Brown | The Cruise Whisperer
🚢 Flight Centre Taree
📞 (02) 6552 1000
📧 [email protected]

27/06/2026

Rocky Mountaineer & All-Inclusive Celebrity Alaska Cruise 🚂🏔️🚢

September 2027
From $9,990 per person

Your holiday includes:
• Return international flights
• BONUS 2-night stay in Banff with shared transfer
• Rocky Mountaineer SilverLeaf rail journey (GoldLeaf upgrade available)
• BONUS 2-night stay in Vancouver
• BONUS 2-night stay in Seattle
• 7-night Celebrity Edge Alaska cruise in an Interior Stateroom (upgrade options available)
• All onboard dining, entertainment, port charges & prepaid gratuities
• BONUS beverages package & Wi-Fi

Have you ever had one of those holidays that quietly sits on your bucket list for years?

The one where you picture snow-capped mountains drifting past your train window, spotting bears in the wild, standing on the deck as a glacier calves into the sea, and wondering if you'll ever actually do it.

For so many travellers, Alaska and the Rocky Mountaineer aren't just another holiday.

They're the holiday.

The one you promise yourself you'll do "one day."

Maybe this is your one day.

This incredible 14-day journey brings together the legendary Rocky Mountaineer and an all-inclusive Celebrity Cruises Alaska voyage, with flights, hotel stays and more than $4,000 in bonus value already included.

If this has been sitting on your bucket list waiting for the right moment, I'd love to help make it happen.

📞 Call me: 02 6551 2744
📧 Email: [email protected]

Smooth sailing,

Laurel Brown
The Cruise Whisperer 🚢

Holiday packages are subject to availability and prices are correct at the time of publishing, so don't leave it on the wish list!

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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