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Day 1: Brisbane
Day 3: Noumea
Day 4: Isle of Pines
Day 5: Port Vila

7 Night
Islands 7 Nights

Leaving:
Brisbane
Visiting:
Noumea, Isle of Pines ... see more
Ship:
Pacific Dawn
258 Reviews
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  • Day 1
    Brisbane
  • Day 2
    Cruising
  • Day 3
    Noumea
  • Day 4
    Isle of Pines (New Caledonia)
  • Day 5
    Port Vila
  • Day 6
    Cruising
  • Day 7
    Cruising
  • Day 8
    Brisbane
Ship Details

Pacific Dawn - P&O Cruises Australia

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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

Reviews

Pacific Dawn Reviews

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Cruise Critic Editor Ratings
Overall
4.0/5
Cabins3.5
Dining3.5
Service4.0
Value4.0

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Day 1: Sydney
Day 4: Noumea
Day 5: Mare
Day 6: Isle of Pines

8 Night
Islands 8 Nights

Leaving:
Sydney
Visiting:
Noumea, Mare ... see more
Ship:
Carnival Spirit
1,068 Reviews
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  • Day 1
    Sydney (Australia)
  • Day 2
    Cruising
  • Day 3
    Cruising
  • Day 4
    Noumea
  • Day 5
    Mare
  • Day 6
    Isle of Pines (New Caledonia)
  • Day 7
    Cruising
  • Day 8
    Cruising
  • Day 9
    Sydney (Australia)
Ship Details

Carnival Spirit - Carnival Cruise Line

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Pros

Water slides, new eateries and bars -- with exceedingly friendly crew

Cons

Garish design of many public rooms; no alcohol beverage packages

Bottom Line

Fun activities, good food and great service deliver a top-value holiday for all ages

Reviews

Carnival Spirit Reviews

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Cruise Critic Editor Ratings
Overall
4.5/5
Cabins3.5
Dining4.5
Service5.0
Value4.5

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Day 1: Venice
Day 2: Dubrovnik
Day 3: Kotor
Day 5: Santorini
Day 6: Katakolon

7 Night
Greece & Croatia Cruise

Leaving:
Venice
Visiting:
Dubrovnik, Kotor ... see more
Ship:
Rhapsody of the Seas
1,451 Reviews
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  • Day 1
    Venice
  • Day 2
    Dubrovnik
  • Day 3
    Kotor
  • Day 4
    Cruising
  • Day 5
    Santorini
  • Day 6
    Katakolon (Olympia)
  • Day 7
    Cruising
  • Day 8
    Venice
Ship Details

Rhapsody of the Seas - Royal Caribbean International

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Pros

Personalized service and consistent quality in the main dining room and buffet

Cons

Entertainment options could be improved; shows amused but rarely wowed

Bottom Line

Comfortable, intimate midsize ship offers a solid choice of amenities

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Rhapsody of the Seas Reviews

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Cruise Critic Editor Ratings
Overall
3.5/5
Cabins3.5
Dining4.0
Service4.0
Value4.0

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Day 1: Honolulu
Day 2: Maui
Day 4: Hilo
Day 5: Kona
Day 6: Kauai

7-day
Hawaii Inter-island From Honolulu

Leaving:
Honolulu
Visiting:
Maui, Maui ... see more
Ship:
Pride of America
2,141 Reviews
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  • Day 1
    Honolulu
  • Day 2
    Maui
  • Day 3
    Maui
  • Day 4
    Hilo
  • Day 5
    Kona
  • Day 6
    Kauai
  • Day 7
    Kauai
  • Day 7
    Cruising
  • Day 8
    Honolulu
Ship Details

Pride of America - Norwegian Cruise Line

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Pros

Recent reno added high-end furnishings; Hawaii-centric with every day in port; stellar customer service

Cons

Entertainment could be better; best food found at extra-fee restaurants

Bottom Line

Upgraded ship presents perfect way to see all of Hawaii in a week in style and comfort

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Cruise Critic Editor Ratings
Overall
4.5/5
Cabins5.0
Dining5.0
Service5.0
Value4.0

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Day 1: Venice
Day 2: Split
Day 4: Mykonos
Day 4: Santorini
Day 6: Dubrovnik
Day 7: Ancona

7 Night
Mediterranean - Eastern Cruise

Leaving:
Venice
Visiting:
Split, Mykonos ... see more
Ship:
MSC Sinfonia
654 Reviews
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  • Day 1
    Venice
  • Day 2
    Split
  • Day 3
    Cruising
  • Day 4
    Mykonos
  • Day 4
    Santorini
  • Day 5
    Mykonos
  • Day 6
    Dubrovnik
  • Day 7
    Ancona
  • Day 8
    Venice
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MSC Sinfonia - MSC Cruises

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Intimate, mid-sized ship

Primarily geared to Europeans

Night owls can howl at the hip Pasha Club

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MSC Sinfonia Reviews

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Cruise Critic Editor Ratings
Overall
4.0/5
Cabins3.0
Dining4.0
Service4.0
Value4.0

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Day 1: Brisbane
Day 4: Cairns
Day 5: Port Douglas, Australia
Day 6: Willis Island

7 Night
Australia Cruise

Leaving:
Brisbane
Visiting:
Airlie Beach, Cairns ... see more
Ship:
Sea Princess
473 Reviews
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  • Day 1
    Brisbane
  • Day 2
    Cruising
  • Day 3
    Airlie Beach
  • Day 4
    Cairns
  • Day 5
    Port Douglas, Australia
  • Day 6
    Willis Island
  • Day 7
    Cruising
  • Day 8
    Brisbane
Ship Details

Sea Princess - Princess Cruises

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Pros

Classic decor and small size offers an intimate onboard vibe

Cons

One of the oldest ships based in Australia

Bottom Line

Good value for the high quality of food, service and itineraries

Reviews

Sea Princess Reviews

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Cruise Critic Editor Ratings
Overall
4.5/5
Cabins4.0
Dining4.5
Service4.0
Value4.0

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Day 1: Sydney
Day 3: Hobart
Day 5: Melbourne

6 Night
Tasmania Cruise

Leaving:
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Visiting:
Hobart, Melbourne ... see more
Ship:
Voyager of the Seas
1,499 Reviews
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  • Day 1
    Sydney (Australia)
  • Day 2
    Cruising
  • Day 3
    Hobart
  • Day 4
    Cruising
  • Day 5
    Melbourne
  • Day 6
    Cruising
  • Day 7
    Sydney (Australia)
Ship Details

Voyager of the Seas - Royal Caribbean International

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Pros

Inside cabins have "virtual balconies," offering ocean views in rooms that normally have none

Cons

No consistency in dining room and buffet, food choices ranged from poor to great

Bottom Line

A good choice for anyone seeking a fun and active cruise experience

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Voyager of the Seas Reviews

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Cruise Critic Editor Ratings
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4.5/5
Cabins4.0
Dining4.0
Service4.0
Value4.0

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Day 1: Barcelona
Day 2: Palma de Mallorca
Day 3: Marseille
Day 4: La Spezia
Day 5: Rome
Day 6: Naples

7 Night
Western Mediterranean Cruise

Leaving:
Barcelona
Visiting:
Palma de Mallorca, Marseille ... see more
Ship:
Oasis of the Seas
3,551 Reviews
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  • Day 1
    Barcelona
  • Day 2
    Palma de Mallorca
  • Day 3
    Marseille
  • Day 4
    La Spezia (Cinque Terre)
  • Day 5
    Rome (Civitavecchia)
  • Day 6
    Naples
  • Day 7
    Cruising
  • Day 8
    Barcelona
Ship Details

Oasis of the Seas - Royal Caribbean International

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Pros

Packed with activities, restaurants and bars, Oasis is manageable despite its size.

Cons

Mall-like interior means it's hard to see the ocean; expect lines at popular venues.

Bottom Line

Innovative and energetic, Oasis appeals most to active cruisers and families.

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Cruise Critic Editor Ratings
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4.5/5
Cabins4.0
Dining4.0
Service4.0
Value3.0

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Day 1: Brisbane
Day 4: Cairns
Day 5: Port Douglas, Australia
Day 6: Willis Island

7 Night
Australia 7 Nights

Leaving:
Brisbane
Visiting:
Airlie Beach, Cairns ... see more
Ship:
Pacific Dawn
258 Reviews
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  • Day 1
    Brisbane
  • Day 2
    Cruising
  • Day 3
    Airlie Beach
  • Day 4
    Cairns
  • Day 5
    Port Douglas, Australia
  • Day 6
    Willis Island
  • Day 7
    Cruising
  • Day 8
    Brisbane
Ship Details

Pacific Dawn - P&O Cruises Australia

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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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4.0/5
Cabins3.5
Dining3.5
Service4.0
Value4.0

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Day 1: Vancouver
Day 3: Icy Strait
Day 5: Juneau
Day 6: Ketchikan

7 Night
Alaska Hubbard Glacier Cruise

Leaving:
Vancouver
Visiting:
Inside Passage, Icy Strait ... see more
Ship:
Celebrity Eclipse
1,778 Reviews
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  • Day 1
    Vancouver
  • Day 2
    Inside Passage
  • Day 3
    Icy Strait
  • Day 4
    Hubbard Glacier
  • Day 5
    Juneau
  • Day 6
    Ketchikan
  • Day 7
    Inside Passage
  • Day 8
    Vancouver
Ship Details

Celebrity Eclipse - Celebrity Cruises

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Pros

Private club and restaurant for suite cruisers; craft cocktail and beer bars for everyone else

Cons

Passengers not traveling in suites (the vast majority) are excluded from certain bars and restaurants

Bottom Line

One of the most sophisticated, stylish and contemporary mainstream cruise experiences

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Cruise Critic Editor Ratings
Overall
4.5/5
Cabins5.0
Dining4.0
Service4.0
Value4.0

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Day 1: Sydney
Day 4: Noumea
Day 5: Isle of Pines

7 Night
South Pacific Cruise

Leaving:
Sydney
Visiting:
Noumea, Isle of Pines ... see more
Ship:
Explorer of the Seas
1,977 Reviews
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  • Day 1
    Sydney (Australia)
  • Day 2
    Cruising
  • Day 3
    Cruising
  • Day 4
    Noumea
  • Day 5
    Isle of Pines (New Caledonia)
  • Day 6
    Cruising
  • Day 7
    Cruising
  • Day 8
    Sydney (Australia)
Ship Details

Explorer of the Seas - Royal Caribbean International

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Pros

A wealth of facilities, activities and entertainment for every generation

Cons

The high passenger capacity means queuing is inevitable

Bottom Line

With a broad range of activities, Explorer has something for everyone, from active cruisers to families

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Overall
4.5/5
Cabins4.0
Dining4.0
Service4.0
Value5.0

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Day 1: Sydney
Day 5: Dunedin
Day 6: Wellington
Day 7: Picton

9 Night
New Zealand Cruise

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Sydney
Visiting:
Milford Fjord, Doubtful Sound ... see more
Ship:
Ovation of the Seas
509 Reviews
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  • Day 1
    Sydney (Australia)
  • Day 2
    Cruising
  • Day 3
    Cruising
  • Day 4
    Milford Fjord
  • Day 4
    Doubtful Sound
  • Day 4
    Dusky Sound
  • Day 5
    Dunedin
  • Day 6
    Wellington
  • Day 7
    Picton
  • Day 8
    Cruising
  • Day 9
    Cruising
  • Day 10
    Sydney (Australia)
Ship Details

Ovation of the Seas - Royal Caribbean International

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Pros

An amazing mega-liner filled with high-tech entertainment and attractions

Cons

Drinking, dining and entertainment venues struggle at peak times

Bottom line

Never a dull moment on a ship that has something to please everyone

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4.5/5
Cabins5.0
Dining4.0
Service4.0
Value4.0

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Day 1: Naples
Day 2: Taormina
Day 3: Malta
Day 5: Barcelona
Day 6: Marseille
Day 7: Genoa

7 Night
Mediterranean - Western Cruise

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Naples
Visiting:
Taormina, Malta ... see more
Ship:
MSC Bellissima
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  • Day 1
    Naples
  • Day 2
    Taormina (Messina)
  • Day 3
    Malta (Valletta)
  • Day 4
    Cruising
  • Day 5
    Barcelona
  • Day 6
    Marseille
  • Day 7
    Genoa
  • Day 8
    Naples
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MSC Bellissima - MSC Cruises

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MSC Bellissima Reviews

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0.0/5

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Day 1: Rome
Day 4: Mykonos
Day 5: Rhodes
Day 6: Santorini
Day 7: Athens
Day 9: Naples

9 Night
Greek Isles Cruise

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Rome
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Jewel of the Seas
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    Rome (Civitavecchia)
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  • Day 3
    Souda Bay
  • Day 4
    Mykonos
  • Day 5
    Rhodes
  • Day 6
    Santorini
  • Day 7
    Athens (Piraeus)
  • Day 8
    Cruising
  • Day 9
    Naples
  • Day 10
    Rome (Civitavecchia)
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Jewel of the Seas - Royal Caribbean International

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Pros

Few gimmicks, great service, rarely raucous

Cons

Costly extras, unimaginative entertainment

Bottom line

Uncomplicated classic cruising with all the traditional trimmings

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3.5/5
Cabins3.0
Dining3.0
Service5.0
Value3.0

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Day 1: Sydney
Day 4: Noumea
Day 5: Mare
Day 6: Isle of Pines

9 Night
Islands 9 Nights

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Carnival Spirit
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    Sydney (Australia)
  • Day 2
    Cruising
  • Day 3
    Cruising
  • Day 4
    Noumea
  • Day 5
    Mare
  • Day 6
    Isle of Pines (New Caledonia)
  • Day 7
    Isle of Pines (New Caledonia)
  • Day 8
    Cruising
  • Day 9
    Cruising
  • Day 10
    Sydney (Australia)
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Carnival Spirit - Carnival Cruise Line

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Pros

Water slides, new eateries and bars -- with exceedingly friendly crew

Cons

Garish design of many public rooms; no alcohol beverage packages

Bottom Line

Fun activities, good food and great service deliver a top-value holiday for all ages

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4.5/5
Cabins3.5
Dining4.5
Service5.0
Value4.5

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