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Day 1Brisbane
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Day 2Cruising
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Day 3Noumea
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Day 4Isle of Pines (New Caledonia)
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Day 5Port Vila
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Day 6Cruising
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Day 7Cruising
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Day 8Brisbane
Ship DetailsPacific Dawn - P&O Cruises Australia
Pros
Refurbished in 2017, this well-priced ship feels contemporary and caters to all ages
Cons
Main restaurants struggle to accommodate passengers at peak times
Bottom Line
A fun ship, especially for families, but expect to pay extra for some activities
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Day 1Sydney (Australia)
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Day 2Cruising
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Day 3Moreton Island
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Day 4Cruising
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Day 5Sydney (Australia)
Ship DetailsPacific Explorer - P&O Cruises Australia
Pros
Tastefully redecorated with fun features such as waterslides, lawn bowls and an 18+ burlesque show
Cons
Cabins were not refurbished and the plumbing has problems
Bottom Line
P&O’s best ship yet with more bars, dining, entertainment and family activities
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Day 1Sydney (Australia)
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Day 2Cruising
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Day 3Cruising
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Day 4Sydney (Australia)
Ship DetailsPacific Explorer - P&O Cruises Australia
Pros
Tastefully redecorated with fun features such as waterslides, lawn bowls and an 18+ burlesque show
Cons
Cabins were not refurbished and the plumbing has problems
Bottom Line
P&O’s best ship yet with more bars, dining, entertainment and family activities
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Day 1: Sydney
Day 4: Norfolk Island
Day 6: Port Vila
Day 8: Suva
Day 9: Port Denarau
Day 10: Dravuni Island
Day 12: Noumea
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Ship DetailsPacific Explorer - P&O Cruises Australia
Pros
Tastefully redecorated with fun features such as waterslides, lawn bowls and an 18+ burlesque show
Cons
Cabins were not refurbished and the plumbing has problems
Bottom Line
P&O’s best ship yet with more bars, dining, entertainment and family activities
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Day 1Brisbane
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Day 2Cruising
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Day 3Airlie Beach
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Day 4Cairns
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Day 5Port Douglas, Australia
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Day 6Willis Island
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Day 7Cruising
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Day 8Brisbane
Ship DetailsPacific Dawn - P&O Cruises Australia
Pros
Refurbished in 2017, this well-priced ship feels contemporary and caters to all ages
Cons
Main restaurants struggle to accommodate passengers at peak times
Bottom Line
A fun ship, especially for families, but expect to pay extra for some activities
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Day 1Adelaide
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Day 2Port Lincoln
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Day 3Cruising
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Day 4Kangaroo Island
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Day 5Adelaide
Ship DetailsPacific Aria - P&O Cruises Australia
Pros
Swish refurbished ship with multiple complimentary dining options
Cons
Cabins missed the refurb and are showing signs of wear
Bottom Line
Fun mid-size ship with broad appeal; over delivers for the price
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Day 1Melbourne
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Day 4Esperance
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Day 5Albany (Australia)
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Day 6Cruising
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Day 7Perth (Fremantle)
Ship DetailsPacific Aria - P&O Cruises Australia
Pros
Swish refurbished ship with multiple complimentary dining options
Cons
Cabins missed the refurb and are showing signs of wear
Bottom Line
Fun mid-size ship with broad appeal; over delivers for the price
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Day 1: Melbourne
Day 4: Esperance
Day 5: Albany
Day 7: Perth
Day 11: Bali
Day 16: Phuket
Day 17: Penang
Day 18: Kelang
Day 19: Singapore
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Day 4Esperance
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Day 5Albany (Australia)
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Day 7Perth (Fremantle)
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Day 11Bali
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Day 16Phuket
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Day 17Penang
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Day 18Kelang (Kuala Lumpur)
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Day 19Singapore
Ship DetailsPacific Aria - P&O Cruises Australia
Pros
Swish refurbished ship with multiple complimentary dining options
Cons
Cabins missed the refurb and are showing signs of wear
Bottom Line
Fun mid-size ship with broad appeal; over delivers for the price
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Ship DetailsPacific Dawn - P&O Cruises Australia
Pros
Refurbished in 2017, this well-priced ship feels contemporary and caters to all ages
Cons
Main restaurants struggle to accommodate passengers at peak times
Bottom Line
A fun ship, especially for families, but expect to pay extra for some activities
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Day 1Auckland
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Day 4Suva
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Day 5Port Denarau
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Day 6Dravuni Island
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Day 7Cruising
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Day 8Cruising
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Day 9Auckland
Ship DetailsPacific Aria - P&O Cruises Australia
Pros
Swish refurbished ship with multiple complimentary dining options
Cons
Cabins missed the refurb and are showing signs of wear
Bottom Line
Fun mid-size ship with broad appeal; over delivers for the price
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Day 1Sydney (Australia)
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Day 3Moreton Island
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Day 4Cruising
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Day 5Sydney (Australia)
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Day 1Brisbane
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Day 4Alotau
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Day 5Trobriand islands
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Day 6Rabaul
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Day 7Kiriwina and Kitava (Trobriand Islands)
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Day 8Conflict Islands
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Day 9Cruising
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Day 10Cruising
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Day 11Brisbane
Ship DetailsPacific Dawn - P&O Cruises Australia
Pros
Refurbished in 2017, this well-priced ship feels contemporary and caters to all ages
Cons
Main restaurants struggle to accommodate passengers at peak times
Bottom Line
A fun ship, especially for families, but expect to pay extra for some activities
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Day 1Sydney (Australia)
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Day 3Mooloolaba
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Day 4Gladstone
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Day 5Cruising
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Day 6Moreton Island
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Day 7Cruising
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Day 8Sydney (Australia)
Ship DetailsPacific Explorer - P&O Cruises Australia
Pros
Tastefully redecorated with fun features such as waterslides, lawn bowls and an 18+ burlesque show
Cons
Cabins were not refurbished and the plumbing has problems
Bottom Line
P&O’s best ship yet with more bars, dining, entertainment and family activities
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Day 1: Melbourne
Day 4: Brisbane
Day 7: Cairns
Day 13: Bali
Day 14: Lombok
Day 17: Kelang
Day 18: Singapore
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Ship DetailsPacific Dawn - P&O Cruises Australia
Pros
Refurbished in 2017, this well-priced ship feels contemporary and caters to all ages
Cons
Main restaurants struggle to accommodate passengers at peak times
Bottom Line
A fun ship, especially for families, but expect to pay extra for some activities
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Day 1Brisbane
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Day 3Noumea
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Day 4Isle of Pines (New Caledonia)
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Day 5Mare
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Day 6Cruising
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Day 7Cruising
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Day 8Brisbane
Ship DetailsPacific Dawn - P&O Cruises Australia
Pros
Refurbished in 2017, this well-priced ship feels contemporary and caters to all ages
Cons
Main restaurants struggle to accommodate passengers at peak times
Bottom Line
A fun ship, especially for families, but expect to pay extra for some activities
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Day 1Adelaide
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Day 4Albany (Australia)
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Day 5Busselton
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Day 6Perth (Fremantle)
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Day 7Cruising
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Day 8Esperance
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Day 9Cruising
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Day 10Cruising
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Day 11Adelaide
Ship DetailsPacific Aria - P&O Cruises Australia
Pros
Swish refurbished ship with multiple complimentary dining options
Cons
Cabins missed the refurb and are showing signs of wear
Bottom Line
Fun mid-size ship with broad appeal; over delivers for the price
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Day 1Melbourne
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Day 3Adelaide
Ship DetailsPacific Aria - P&O Cruises Australia
Pros
Swish refurbished ship with multiple complimentary dining options
Cons
Cabins missed the refurb and are showing signs of wear
Bottom Line
Fun mid-size ship with broad appeal; over delivers for the price
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Day 1Adelaide
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Day 4Cruising
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Day 5Cruising
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Day 6Paihia
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Day 7Auckland
Ship DetailsPacific Aria - P&O Cruises Australia
Pros
Swish refurbished ship with multiple complimentary dining options
Cons
Cabins missed the refurb and are showing signs of wear
Bottom Line
Fun mid-size ship with broad appeal; over delivers for the price
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Day 1Brisbane
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Day 3Noumea
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Day 4Isle of Pines (New Caledonia)
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Day 5Port Vila
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Day 6Cruising
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Day 7Cruising
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Day 8Brisbane
Ship DetailsPacific Explorer - P&O Cruises Australia
Pros
Tastefully redecorated with fun features such as waterslides, lawn bowls and an 18+ burlesque show
Cons
Cabins were not refurbished and the plumbing has problems
Bottom Line
P&O’s best ship yet with more bars, dining, entertainment and family activities
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Ship DetailsPacific Aria - P&O Cruises Australia
Pros
Swish refurbished ship with multiple complimentary dining options
Cons
Cabins missed the refurb and are showing signs of wear
Bottom Line
Fun mid-size ship with broad appeal; over delivers for the price
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Day 1Sydney (Australia)
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Day 4Noumea
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Day 5Isle of Pines (New Caledonia)
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Day 6Mystery Island
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Day 7Port Vila
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Day 8Cruising
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Day 10Cruising
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Day 11Sydney (Australia)
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Day 1: Brisbane
Day 4: Port Vila
Day 6: Suva
Day 7: Port Denarau
Day 8: Dravuni Island
Day 10: Mystery Island
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Ship DetailsPacific Dawn - P&O Cruises Australia
Pros
Refurbished in 2017, this well-priced ship feels contemporary and caters to all ages
Cons
Main restaurants struggle to accommodate passengers at peak times
Bottom Line
A fun ship, especially for families, but expect to pay extra for some activities
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Day 1Adelaide
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Day 2Kangaroo Island
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Day 3Cruising
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Day 4Cruising
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Day 5Hobart
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Day 6Port Arthur
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Day 7Burnie
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Day 8Cruising
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Day 9Adelaide
Ship DetailsPacific Aria - P&O Cruises Australia
Pros
Swish refurbished ship with multiple complimentary dining options
Cons
Cabins missed the refurb and are showing signs of wear
Bottom Line
Fun mid-size ship with broad appeal; over delivers for the price
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Day 1Brisbane
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Day 3Airlie Beach
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Day 4Cairns
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Day 5Cairns
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Day 6Willis Island
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Day 7Cruising
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Day 8Brisbane
Ship DetailsPacific Explorer - P&O Cruises Australia
Pros
Tastefully redecorated with fun features such as waterslides, lawn bowls and an 18+ burlesque show
Cons
Cabins were not refurbished and the plumbing has problems
Bottom Line
P&O’s best ship yet with more bars, dining, entertainment and family activities
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Who goes on P&O Australia cruise ships?
Passengers come mostly from Australia and a few from New Zealand. It's a relatively younger crowd than found on some other lines, with an average age of about 45 years old.
The generally easy-going and fun-loving passengers tend to be more budget-focused with value for money more important than luxury.
Although the cruise line is popular across multiple generations, couples and families dominate. It has won accolades for its family-friendly atmosphere with children kept busy by kids' clubs staffed by qualified teachers and childcare workers.
Do I have to dress up on a P&O Australia cruise?
P&O ships do not have formal nights with black tie requirements. Instead, there's usually one or two party nights (check your itinerary), with themes such as the Great Gatsby or the Bianco party, which calls for white clothing.
Is everything free on P&O Australia cruises?
No. All meals at Waterfront Restaurant, The Pantry, Angelo's and Dragon Lady are included in fares. But all other dining options carry a charge. Drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) are also not included, but dispensing machines for water, tea and coffee in The Pantry are free. In terms of activities, there are plenty of perks -- from the complimentary kids' clubs and comedy shows to cooking demonstrations and pool games. However, shore excursions and P&O Edge activities, such as zip-lining, are an additional expense.
What are P&O Australia’s most popular activities?
There is a wide range of onboard activities which include fitness classes, cooking demonstrations, mixology classes, live bands, dancing, game shows, table tennis, casinos, cabaret shows, karaoke, deck parties, spa treatments, trivia quizzes, in-cabin movies, shuffleboard, bingo, dance classes, themed nights and parties, talent shows, enrichment lectures and port talks.
P&O Edge is an adventure park that uses the ship as its equipment; for example, abseiling across the bow or climbing the funnel (charges apply).
Also popular are short theme cruises with a focus on food and wine or health and fitness, featuring speakers, presentations and special activities.
Why go with P&O Australia?
Largest permanent big-ship cruise line in Australia
Lively atmosphere, family-friendly with excellent kids clubs
Recent ship upgrades offer more choice, facilities and modern decor
Attracts a casual, predominantly Aussie crowd
First newly built year-round Australia-based ship coming in 2019
Best for: Fun-loving, value-seeking families, couples and solos who like to socialise.
Not for: Anyone yearning for a quiet, kid-free getaway with strict dress codes and formal nights.
Awards and Recognition
Cruise Critic Editors’ Picks
- 2019 Best Nightlife
- 2017 Best Nightlife
- 2016 Best Cruise Ship Refurbishment
- 2016 Best Cruise Line Itineraries
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