World Cruise - Roundtrip Brisbane Cruise C010D

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DAY	DATE	PORT OF CALL	ARRIVAL	DEPARTURE
1	Thu 14 May 2020	Brisbane, Australia	Embark	5:00 PM
Approaching Brisbane River via beautiful Moreton Bay is a scenic delight. The most commonly used Portside Wharf Cruise Terminal is 14 km up-river and 6 km from the CBD, but only accessible to ships that clear the twin Gateway Bridges and less than 270m in length. Regular users of this terminal are P&O Australia and Princess vessels. They sail to the South Pacific, Great Barrier Reef, New Zealand, and PNG. Larger cruise ships berth at the commercial Port of Brisbane (Fisherman Island) at the river mouth, 25 km from the CBD. Smaller ships also berth here when Portside is fully booked. The new Brisbane International Cruise Terminal on the north side of the river mouth will open October 2020. It will berth the world's largest cruise ships. more info
2	Fri 15 May 2020	At Sea
3	Sat 16 May 2020	At Sea
4	Sun 17 May 2020	At Sea
5	Mon 18 May 2020	At Sea
6	Tue 19 May 2020	At Sea
7	Wed 20 May 2020	At Sea
8	Thu 21 May 2020	Komodo Island, Indonesia	7:00 AM	5:00 PM
Komodo Island may be closed to visitors throughout 2020, following which numbers may be limited to 5000 annually. The decision will be made in mid 2019. Komodo Island lies in the Wallacea Region of Indonesia, identified by Conservation International as a global conservation priority area, and is located in the centre of the Indonesian archipelago between the islands of Sumbawa to the west and Flores to the east. It makes up part of the Komodo National Park that consists of generally young, oceanic volcanic islands that are constantly rising, eroding and subsiding in the sea. While the park is mostly a diving destination, with visitors from around the world, another attraction here is its incredible nature. So go trekking the Island’s hills and the Kelimutu Volcano, explore the Python cave, or enjoy snorkelling on a day trip cruise. more info
9	Fri 22 May 2020	At Sea
10	Sat 23 May 2020	At Sea
11	Sun 24 May 2020	Singapore, Singapore	8:00 AM	6:00 PM
Singapore is an island nation located at the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula. It lies 137 km N of the Equator, just south of the Malaysian state of Johor. One of the few remaining city-states in the world, Singapore is a thriving cosmopolitan city that is brimming with diversity and has a multiplicity of culture, language, arts and architecture and a world famous variety of cuisine. You'll find historic sites like the Thian Hock Keng temple, superlative shopping, including gargantuan malls, and numerous beaches. You will certainly not be surprised to know that over ten million tourists visit Singapore each year. more info
12	Mon 25 May 2020	At Sea
13	Tue 26 May 2020	At Sea
14	Wed 27 May 2020	At Sea
15	Thu 28 May 2020	Colombo, Sri Lanka	7:00 AM	7:00 PM
Colombo is the largest city, and the commercial, industrial and cultural capital of Sri Lanka. Despite its frenetic traffic and the general hustle and bustle of being where you can see some of the tallest buildings in Asia, it does offer some interesting attractions. In the northern part of the city you can find the British fort, dating from the 19th C, as well as the gracious old buildings of previous colonial eras. Visit the national museum, and the Pettah bazaar district where the streets are crammed with shops and stalls selling everything from vegetables to gemstones. more info
16	Fri 29 May 2020	At Sea
17	Sat 30 May 2020	At Sea
18	Sun 31 May 2020	At Sea
19	Mon 1 Jun 2020	Muscat, Oman	8:00 AM	5:00 PM
Muscat, lying on the Arabian Sea along the Gulf of Oman, is the capital and largest city in the Sultanate of Oman. The climate is very hot, with annual average temperatures ranging from 24C. to 33C., but it can get as high as 49C in the summer. It is, though, very dry, hence humidity is not a problem. With brilliant blue skies and the sparkling white buildings built in traditional Arabic style, it has an atmosphere all of its own. Wedged between the Gulf and the mountains, the scenery is simply spectacular. Visiting Muscat is a truly fascinating experience. more info
20	Tue 2 Jun 2020	Dubai, United Arab Emirates	12:00 PM	Overnight
Dubai, The Pride of the United Arab Emirates, is situated on the southern Arabian Gulf. The subtropical climate sees blue skies, temperatures reaching the mid-40s, and little annual rain. The city is all about contemporary shopping with more than 70 shopping malls in the city and indoor entertainment. Regarded as a shopper’s paradise, price negotiation is often acceptable, especially in the markets. There are the astonishing artificial archipelagos, the Palm Islands, and the two other artificial archipelagos - The World and The Universe - located between the Palm Islands. Among these islands there are luxury hotels, exclusive residential beach-side villas and apartments, marinas, water theme parks, restaurants, shopping malls, sports facilities and health spas. more info
21	Wed 3 Jun 2020	Dubai, United Arab Emirates	Overnight	11:00 PM
Dubai, The Pride of the United Arab Emirates, is situated on the southern Arabian Gulf. The subtropical climate sees blue skies, temperatures reaching the mid-40s, and little annual rain. The city is all about contemporary shopping with more than 70 shopping malls in the city and indoor entertainment. Regarded as a shopper’s paradise, price negotiation is often acceptable, especially in the markets. There are the astonishing artificial archipelagos, the Palm Islands, and the two other artificial archipelagos - The World and The Universe - located between the Palm Islands. Among these islands there are luxury hotels, exclusive residential beach-side villas and apartments, marinas, water theme parks, restaurants, shopping malls, sports facilities and health spas. more info
22	Thu 4 Jun 2020	At Sea
23	Fri 5 Jun 2020	At Sea
24	Sat 6 Jun 2020	At Sea
25	Sun 7 Jun 2020	At Sea
26	Mon 8 Jun 2020	At Sea
27	Tue 9 Jun 2020	At Sea
28	Wed 10 Jun 2020	Aqaba, Jordan	7:00 AM	11:00 PM
Aqaba, in the far south of Jordan, is the country’s only port city and, due to the rich coral reefs in the Gulf, is one of the top scuba diving destinations in the world. Cooled by a steady northerly breeze, and ringed by mountains that change in colour with the change of hours, many visitors simply just relax on the sandy beaches. Aqaba is the port for the 3800 year-old ‘hidden city’ of Petra, 100 km to the north. Expect 20 tour coaches to meet your ship for a Petra tour! The red sand-stone Treasury, carved into a vertical rock face, is one of the world’s most recognised tourist attractions. more info
29	Thu 11 Jun 2020	Suez Canal - Transit, Egypt	5:00 PM	Overnight
Located in Egypt to the west of the Sinai Peninsula, the Suez Canal, measuring 163 km in length and 300 metres width at its narrowest point, serves as a two-way water transportation route between Europe and Asia. Almost 8 per cent of the total world's shipping is controlled by the Suez Canal. It essentially comprises two parts, north and south of the Great Bitter Lake that acts as a buffer to the canal, protecting it from the effects of tidal currents. A second parallel canal is planned for 2017/2019, at a cost of US$4 billion. more info
30	Fri 12 Jun 2020	Suez Canal - Transit, Egypt	Overnight	5:00 PM
Located in Egypt to the west of the Sinai Peninsula, the Suez Canal, measuring 163 km in length and 300 metres width at its narrowest point, serves as a two-way water transportation route between Europe and Asia. Almost 8 per cent of the total world's shipping is controlled by the Suez Canal. It essentially comprises two parts, north and south of the Great Bitter Lake that acts as a buffer to the canal, protecting it from the effects of tidal currents. A second parallel canal is planned for 2017/2019, at a cost of US$4 billion. more info
31	Sat 13 Jun 2020	At Sea
32	Sun 14 Jun 2020	Santorini, Greece	7:00 AM	6:00 PM
Santorini is a small, circular archipelago of volcanic islands located in the Aegean Sea, about 200 km from Greece's mainland. It is essentially what remains of an enormous volcanic explosion some 3500 years ago, which destroyed the earliest settlements on what was formerly a single island, and which resulted in the creation of the current geological caldera. Take the cable car to view the beautiful panorama of Santorini. The most exotic spot on Santorini is Red Beach. It is a difficult walk, but you can take a water taxi from Kamari or Perissa, and absorb the dramatic colour of the rocks 'spilling' onto the beach. more info
33	Mon 15 Jun 2020	At Sea
34	Tue 16 Jun 2020	Sibenik, Croatia	8:00 AM	6:00 PM
Sibenik is located just about in the centre of the Croatian Adriatic coast, in the picturesque, indented bay into which the Krka River, one of the most beautiful in Croatia, flows. The city has its own personality and some wonderful experiences to be enjoyed. The atmosphere in Sibenik is youthful and lively, with little streets that lead to attractive squares where modern shop windows complement the fine and stylish architecture of vanished centuries. For those interested in history, the area around the city of Knin has medieval fortresses and many archaeological remains. more info
35	Wed 17 Jun 2020	Venice, Italy	8:00 AM	Overnight
Located at the head of the Adriatic Sea between the mouths of the Piave and Po Rivers, an intricate web of 118 tiny islands and canals make up the enchanting city of Venice in Italy. Considered to be an extremely beautiful and romantic destination, it is not surprising that Venice has played an important role in the history of symphonic and operatic music. One must take a gondola ride along some of the over 150 canals, including the Grand Canal. Be amazed at the numerous bridges – such as the Rialto bridge – and absorb the glorious renaissance architecture with its panorama of superbly detailed facades. Plans to restrict large ship movements in the Canal past St Mark’s Square have been scrapped. more info
36	Thu 18 Jun 2020	Venice, Italy	Overnight	4:00 PM
Located at the head of the Adriatic Sea between the mouths of the Piave and Po Rivers, an intricate web of 118 tiny islands and canals make up the enchanting city of Venice in Italy. Considered to be an extremely beautiful and romantic destination, it is not surprising that Venice has played an important role in the history of symphonic and operatic music. One must take a gondola ride along some of the over 150 canals, including the Grand Canal. Be amazed at the numerous bridges – such as the Rialto bridge – and absorb the glorious renaissance architecture with its panorama of superbly detailed facades. Plans to restrict large ship movements in the Canal past St Mark’s Square have been scrapped. more info
37	Fri 19 Jun 2020	At Sea
38	Sat 20 Jun 2020	Valletta, Malta	10:00 AM	10:00 PM
Valletta (aka Belt Valletta, Città Umilissima) - traditionally reserved for the historic walled citadel that serves as Malta's principal administrative district - is the capital city of Malta, located in the central-eastern portion of the island. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is essentially Baroque in style, with elements of Mannerist, Neo-Classical and Modern architecture. Don’t miss the the majestic St John’s Co-Cathedral, with its imposing bastions and a treasure of priceless paintings. The site is nothing short of an open-air museum, yes, living history. The city also provides a stunning snapshot of Malta’s Grand Harbour, often described as the most beautiful in the Mediterranean. more info
39	Sun 21 Jun 2020	At Sea
40	Mon 22 Jun 2020	Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy	7:00 AM	7:00 PM
Rome, the capital, and largest city of Italy, is full of unending possibilities. It can be reached from the port of Civitavecchia in approximately ninety minutes either by train or coach. Rome greets visitors with a multitude of faces, such as the Ancient City with ruins like: the Colosseum; the seven hills; the Roman Forum; and the Sacred Way, the path used for triumphal processions. There is Renaissance Rome, full of winding streets and sun-dappled piazzas, and the Vatican, home to the Pope. Also popular are the Sistine Chapel with Michaelangelo's famous Creation of Adam fresco, and his masterpiece, La Pieta, at St. Peter's Cathedral. more info
41	Tue 23 Jun 2020	Cannes, France	8:30 AM	6:30 PM
The picturesque and elegant French city of Cannes, situated on the French Riviera, is possibly best known for its famous annual Film Festival, though it is also known for some beautiful beaches, glamorous yachts, a variety of luxury shops, and restaurants. Cannes is a most cosmopolitan town, and visitors are hard pressed to find a genuine native, as many attracted to the Côte d'Azur have chosen to make it their home. Not surprisingly, restaurants have international cuisines, including the traditional gastronomic delights. Relax at the waterfront - known for its beaches, restaurants, cafes and boutiques. more info
42	Wed 24 Jun 2020	Barcelona, Spain	10:00 AM	10:00 PM
Barcelona, located in Catalonia Spain, is Europe's largest metropolis on the Mediterranean coast, and one of the world’s major global cities. Today, Barcelona balances itself on the cutting edge of architecture, intellectual life, and style. Indeed Barcelona won the 1999 RIBA Royal Gold Medal for its architecture, the first time that the winner has been a city, and not an individual architect. The ‘Gothic Quarter’ is the centre of the old city of Barcelona, where many of the buildings date as far back as the Roman settlement. The Art Nouveau architectural style has a great number of buildings listed as World Heritage Sites. more info
43	Thu 25 Jun 2020	At Sea
44	Fri 26 Jun 2020	Ceuta, Spain	7:00 AM	4:00 PM
Spain maintains this tiny slice of the African coast as its own. Situated beside a bay, the fortified city of Ceuta watches over the strait of Gibraltar. The walled area presides over the old quarter of this cosmopolitan Mediterranean city. The Cristo de los Afligidos bridge gives access to the old Royal Walls and the San Felipe Ditch, the largest military construction in Ceuta, which was an impregnable fortress for centuries. It is one of Ceuta's most characteristic monuments built over the centuries by the various inhabitants of this land. Don’t miss the Plaza de Nuestra Senora de Africa, situated right in the old town. more info
45	Sat 27 Jun 2020	Lisbon, Portugal	10:00 AM	10:00 PM
Lisbon, the capital of Portugal, lies in the western Iberian Peninsula aside the Atlantic Ocean and the Tagus River. As one of the oldest cities in the world, it is rich in Romanesque, Gothic, Baroque, Modern and Post-Modern constructions. The city is also crossed by historical boulevards and monuments along the main thoroughfares. The Lisbon Coast hosts some fine sandy beaches at Cascais and Estoril and fishing villages like Sesimbra. With a little travelling, visitors often visit Sintra to appreciate the stunning views from Europe’s westernmost point, and to explore its royal palaces and the country’s best kept secrets, the historic villages. more info
46	Sun 28 Jun 2020	At Sea
47	Mon 29 Jun 2020	At Sea
48	Tue 30 Jun 2020	Cork, Ireland	7:00 AM	10:00 PM
Cork is the principal city and administrative centre of County Cork, situated in the SW of Ireland. County Cork has earned the nickname of ‘the Rebel County’, while Corkonians often refer to the city as the ‘real capital of Ireland’ and themselves as the ‘Rebels’. It began on an island in the swampy estuary of the River Lee, and gradually climbed up the steep banks on either side. Today the river flows through Cork city in two main channels, so that you find yourself constantly crossing bridges. Along the South Mall you will see large gateways at street level under steps leading to a higher main door. more info
49	Wed 1 Jul 2020	At Sea
50	Thu 2 Jul 2020	Dover, United Kingdom	6:30 AM	10:00 PM
Dover, the world’s busiest ferry port, is located in the county of Kent, England, at the extreme SE corner of Britain. It faces France across the narrowest part of the English Channel, 35 km away across the Straits of Dover. Possibly best known for its lyrically famous ‘White Cliffs’, archaeological finds have revealed that the area has always been a focus for peoples entering and leaving Britain, and this continues to this day. This goes some way to explaining why this region in Kent has more than its fair share of castles, stately homes and museums than any other coastal region in the UK. more info
51	Fri 3 Jul 2020	At Sea
52	Sat 4 Jul 2020	Bergen, Norway	8:00 AM	6:00 PM
Bergen, the second largest city in Norway, is located in the county of Hordaland on the SW coast of Norway. Surrounded by seven mountains, Bergen is the starting point for fjord tours and cruises as it is located midway between the main Sognefjord and the Hardangerfjord. The city was one of nine European cities honoured with the title of European Capital of Culture in the Millennium year. Join the city walk to get the most out of your Bergen visit. The city is renowned for its beautiful nature and offers excellent hiking opportunities in its immediate surroundings. It is also famous for its cultural life, statues, and music scene. more info
53	Sun 5 Jul 2020	Hellesylt, Norway	8:00 AM	10:00 AM
Hellesylt, lying at the head of the Sunnylvsfjord on the NW coast of Norway, is a small village that was once an old Viking port. Here, glacier-fed streams cascade over towering granite cliffs and descend to the calm waters of the fjord. The thundering waterfalls, snow-capped mountains, lakes and crystalline glaciers, are amazing scenes that will provide memories to last a lifetime. Indeed the Hellesylt waterfall gushes right through the centre of the town and is a photographer’s dream. Hellesylt is an often-overlooked area of Norway. The locals are very helpful to travellers, and the area is largely fluent in English. more info
53	Sun 5 Jul 2020	Geiranger, Norway	12:00 PM	6:00 PM
Geiranger is a little village tucked in a hollow surrounded by the towering craggy rock walls that rise almost straight out of the water of the Geirangerfjord, which is one of the most majestic sights in all of Norway. From here visitors take a spectacular bus tour to Mt. Dalsnibba. During the 45 min drive up to the lookout at 1,497 m above sea level, you will experience views of rich flora and fauna, ice blue lakes, glaciers, and the incredible peak itself. From the top is a simply majestic view back to Geirangerfjord and your cruise ship. more info
54	Mon 6 Jul 2020	At Sea
55	Tue 7 Jul 2020	Tromsoe, Norway	7:00 AM	6:00 PM
Tromsoe, the home of the famous Northern Lights, is situated a mere 2000 km from the North Pole, on the same latitude as Northern Siberia and Alaska. Most visitors are surprised by the prominence and sophistication of this fascinating port. On offer are high-quality theatre, arts and music, which contrast with the boundless and vast wilderness surrounding the city. The city centre contains the largest number of wooden houses in northern Norway as well as the oldest house. The Arctic Cathedral, a daring piece of architecture that symbolises the ice packs of the Arctic, provides an interesting contrast. more info
56	Wed 8 Jul 2020	Honningsvag, Norway	7:00 AM	10:00 PM
Honningsvåg, Norway, lies deep within the Arctic Circle at 71 deg.N. latitude, on the island Magerøya. Twenty-two km north of Honningsvåg is North Cape, the northernmost part of mainland Europe. Magerøya connects to the mainland via the 6.87km North Cape Tunnel. Honningsvåg is an ice-free port of call for cruise ships. The sky is illuminated by the midnight sun in summer and Aurora Borealis may appear in winter. The island has a silent, rugged beauty that surrounds you. Standing on the continent’s edge on the North Cape Plateau is quite an experience, reindeer roam freely on the hulking granite cliff rising from icy seas. more info
57	Thu 9 Jul 2020	At Sea
58	Fri 10 Jul 2020	Lofoten Islands, Norway	7:00 AM	4:00 PM
Lofoten is an archipelago and a traditional district in the county of Nordland, Norway. It lies within the Arctic Circle and is well known for its exceptional natural beauty. The islands are separated from the mainland by the vast open Vestfjord and are notable for their mountains and peaks, which although not very high, the fact that they rise straight from the sea makes them spectacular and extraordinary. Then there are the sheltered inlets, stretches of seashore and large virgin areas. It is perhaps best appreciated for its amazingly clear views of the aurora borealis and the midnight sun. more info
59	Sat 11 Jul 2020	At Sea
60	Sun 12 Jul 2020	Akureyri, Iceland	10:00 AM	8:00 PM
The town of Akureyri with its population of 17,000 is the administrative, transportation, and commercial centre of North Iceland. It is situated at the head of the 60 km long Eyjafjordur fjord, the longest and one of the most breathtaking fjords in Iceland. At first sight it appears as though it was transplanted from the Swiss Alps, as behind the city are beautiful farmlands that rise gently to year-round snow-capped granite mountains that provide the best skiing in Iceland. However, one of the most unusual aspects of the area is its warm climate. Take a stroll from Akureyri’s town centre towards the south, and absorb the town’s history. more info
61	Mon 13 Jul 2020	Isafjordur, Iceland	7:00 AM	6:00 PM
The capital of the Westfjords of Iceland is Isafjordur. The landscape is majestic, with fjord after fjord towering above shore and sea, but each and every fjord has its own distinctive character. Tiny fishing villages nestle at their foot. On arrival take a stroll through the streets of the town. Note the interestingly decorated ‘front yards’. Visit the Maritime Museum that contains all sorts of nautical and historical displays, and if interested in kayaking there is a kayaking outfitter right next door. Also don’t miss the part of the town known as Neostikaupstaour, which consists of the oldest buildings in Iceland, including four buildings from the 18th century. more info
62	Tue 14 Jul 2020	Reykjavik, Iceland	7:00 AM	6:00 PM
Reykjavik, the capital and largest city of Iceland, is the gateway to Iceland's stunning natural wonders, which range from ice fields to boiling thermal pools. The landscape on the island seems to be in a continual process of transformation much like its society, which blends Nordic tradition with sophisticated technology. On the waterfront see the open-air history of shipping disasters. In town walk past parliament building, city hall, Tjörnin pond, Höfði House(where Gorbachev and Reagan met in 1986 to end the Cold War), Hallgrímskirkja (the largest church in Iceland), and Laugavegur (the main shopping street) more info
63	Wed 15 Jul 2020	At Sea
64	Thu 16 Jul 2020	At Sea
65	Fri 17 Jul 2020	At Sea
66	Sat 18 Jul 2020	At Sea
67	Sun 19 Jul 2020	Halifax, Canada	9:00 AM	6:00 PM
Halifax, the capital of Nova Scotia, the Gateway to Atlantic Canada, is a lively and colourful combination of urban and rural living at its best. It is situated on the world’s second largest harbour, and the beautifully restored waterfront buildings recall the city's centuries-old maritime heritage, which is also cleverly explained at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic. Visit the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21, and the Halifax Citadel that explores the unique local heritage. Dine on the fresh seafood, taste the local award-winning wines, and then explore the Chapel Hill Gift shop at Spring Garden Road renowned for its great selection of dresses, purses, and gifts. more info
68	Mon 20 Jul 2020	At Sea
69	Tue 21 Jul 2020	New York (Manhattan), USA	6:00 AM	Overnight
New York’s port on the Hudson River in Manhattan is four blocks from Central Park. New York is situated on the Atlantic coast of NE United States. With its world-class museums, big statues, even bigger buildings - certainly the Manhattan skyline with its many skyscrapers is universally recognizable - and being the most linguistically diverse city in the world, the Big Apple’s hyperactive rush keeps drawing more and more people to it. The City of New York is a densely packed mass of humanity and all this living on top of one another makes the New Yorker a special kind of person. more info
70	Wed 22 Jul 2020	New York (Manhattan), USA	Overnight	5:00 PM
New York’s port on the Hudson River in Manhattan is four blocks from Central Park. New York is situated on the Atlantic coast of NE United States. With its world-class museums, big statues, even bigger buildings - certainly the Manhattan skyline with its many skyscrapers is universally recognizable - and being the most linguistically diverse city in the world, the Big Apple’s hyperactive rush keeps drawing more and more people to it. The City of New York is a densely packed mass of humanity and all this living on top of one another makes the New Yorker a special kind of person. more info
71	Thu 23 Jul 2020	At Sea
72	Fri 24 Jul 2020	At Sea
73	Sat 25 Jul 2020	Miami, USA	7:00 AM	6:00 PM
Miami, located on the Atlantic coast at the southern tip of Florida, where outdoor sports are open all seasons and dress is casual, is a melting pot of cultures. Miami and Miami Beach are in effect two distinctly different cities, as Miami Beach is almost exclusively tourist orientated, while Miami is a cosmopolitan city with a distinctly Latin American flavour. Don’t miss the South Beach section where fashion designer Gianni Versace lived and died that is one of the trendiest neighbourhoods in the world. Certainly the beaches have an international flair and attract tourists from around the world. The port has seven cruise termninals that handle over 5 million passengers annually – the busiest cruise port in the world. more info
74	Sun 26 Jul 2020	At Sea
75	Mon 27 Jul 2020	At Sea
76	Tue 28 Jul 2020	Cartagena, Columbia	7:00 AM	3:00 PM
Cartagena is a large beach resort city on the northern coast of Colombia in the Caribbean Coast Region. While in recent years many new skyscrapers have been constructed, Cartagena's colonial walled city with its amazing architecture, such as The Vaults that were originally built as dungeons and from the top of which the Caribbean Sea is visible. There is also the Castillo de San Felipe, a fortress built in 1657 by the Spanish for protection against pirates. Both have been designated as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Nearby coral reefs, powdery beaches, impressive mangroves, and waterways complement the historic and urban beauty. more info
77	Wed 29 Jul 2020	Panama Canal, Panama	6:00 AM	4:30 PM
Named one of the seven modern wonders of the world by the American Society of Civil Engineers, the Panama Canal is a 77 km ship canal in Panama that joins the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, and is a key conduit for international maritime trade. Built from 1903 to 1914, nearly 850,000 vessels have passed through the canal. Interestingly, the 8-10 hour journey from the Pacific Ocean in the west and the Atlantic Ocean in the east is one from SE to NW. Crossing the Canal is something that we would all like to experience, and subsequently many passenger ships provide a narrator giving excellent information during the crossing. more info
78	Thu 30 Jul 2020	At Sea
79	Fri 31 Jul 2020	Manta, Ecuador	5:00 AM	7:00 PM
Manta is a major commercial and holiday resort centre and the second major port of Ecuador. It is possibly best known for the Playa (beach) Murciélago area of the Malecón, where not only is the seafood excellent, but also on offer is great music, beach aerobics, parties, and general night life ambience. Gathering momentum among tourists is the fact that this is the home of seeds of particular palms that are almost indistinguishable from ivory after they have been dried. Buttons, jewellery, and small sculptures made from these seeds are quickly gaining in popularity. The most visited beaches include El Murciélago, and Barbasquillo. more info
80	Sat 1 Aug 2020	At Sea
81	Sun 2 Aug 2020	At Sea
82	Mon 3 Aug 2020	Lima (Callao), Peru	5:00 AM	Overnight
Lima, although a sprawling desert city, is the capital and largest city of Peru. The Historic centre of Lima is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its large number of historical buildings dating from the Spanish colonial era. In particular, visit the Plaza Mayor with the 16th century Cathedral and the Presidential Palace. The numerous churches are also popular as they date from the 16th and 17th centuries. The most noteworthy of these are the Cathedral of Lima and the Monastery of San Francisco. These contain paintings from various schools of art and finely sculpted wood furnishings, as well as being connected by their subterranean catacombs. more info
83	Tue 4 Aug 2020	Lima (Callao), Peru	Overnight	10:30 PM
Lima, although a sprawling desert city, is the capital and largest city of Peru. The Historic centre of Lima is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its large number of historical buildings dating from the Spanish colonial era. In particular, visit the Plaza Mayor with the 16th century Cathedral and the Presidential Palace. The numerous churches are also popular as they date from the 16th and 17th centuries. The most noteworthy of these are the Cathedral of Lima and the Monastery of San Francisco. These contain paintings from various schools of art and finely sculpted wood furnishings, as well as being connected by their subterranean catacombs. more info
84	Wed 5 Aug 2020	Pisco (San Martin), Peru	7:00 AM	5:00 PM
Pisco lies on the Pacific coast of Peru, 200 km south of the capital Lima. The small city is a gateway to the ruins of Machu Picchu, 500 km due east high in the Andes. Pisco is served by the port of San Martin which is 35 km out of town on the Paracas Peninsula. Named after the liberator General San Martin, this area is significant in Peruvian history as the birthplace of Peru's struggle for independence. About 2 km west of the port is the Candelabra geoglyph (c. 200 BC), dug in the sand and lined by stones on a hillside overlooking the ocean. more info
85	Thu 6 Aug 2020	At Sea
86	Fri 7 Aug 2020	At Sea
87	Sat 8 Aug 2020	At Sea
88	Sun 9 Aug 2020	At Sea
89	Mon 10 Aug 2020	Easter Island, Chile	8:00 AM	7:00 PM
Most cruise ships make a scenic pass of the island, and as few as 30% tender successfully to shore, there being no harbour and the weather is problematic. (Serious sight-seers arrive by air from Chile mainland.) One of the most isolated islands in the world, this triangle of volcanic rock in the South Pacific is 2,300 km off the west coast of Chile. It is intriguing, its history is as unclear as it is mysterious. Isolated for centuries from the outside world, Rapa Nui, the people of the island, developed their own distinctive culture. Huge figures carved of volcanic rock, called moai, stand on rectangular stone platforms known as ahu. (You can see one on the roadside in Viña del Mar, Valparaiso.) more info
90	Tue 11 Aug 2020	At Sea
91	Wed 12 Aug 2020	At Sea
92	Thu 13 Aug 2020	Pitcairn Island, Pitcairn Islands	10:00 AM	2:00 PM
NOTE: Tenders to shore are infrequent. Locals from the island do come out to the anchored ship. Pitcairn Island (pop. 50), the main island of a loosely grouped handful of four tiny islands, is a sub-tropical paradise in the South Pacific, located halfway between New Zealand and Peru. The islands are the last British colony in the South Pacific. The rugged main island was settled by the infamous mutineers of the Bounty and their Polynesian companions, and most of Pitcairn's approximately fifty current inhabitants are their descendants. Of interest to many is the sale of valuable postage stamps, honey and handicrafts. more info
93	Fri 14 Aug 2020	At Sea
94	Sat 15 Aug 2020	At Sea
95	Sun 16 Aug 2020	Papeete, French Polynesia	8:00 AM	Overnight
The city of Papeete (Tahitian Pape'ete; pop. 27,000) is the capital of Tahiti, the largest of the French Polynesian Islands. With its pleasant warm tropical climate, city-lovers will enjoy Papeete's chic shops, specialist stores and boutiques, together with the lively mix of French, Polynesian, and Chinese cultures. Shop around for the best hire car deal and enjoy driving along the broad avenue by the famous waterfront, and then venture forth along the four-lane express way that links the city with the trendy suburban districts of Punaauia and Paea on the west coast. Its suburbs creep up the mountains overlooking the city and sprawl for miles along the coast in both directions. more info
96	Mon 17 Aug 2020	Papeete, French Polynesia	Overnight	4:00 AM
The city of Papeete (Tahitian Pape'ete; pop. 27,000) is the capital of Tahiti, the largest of the French Polynesian Islands. With its pleasant warm tropical climate, city-lovers will enjoy Papeete's chic shops, specialist stores and boutiques, together with the lively mix of French, Polynesian, and Chinese cultures. Shop around for the best hire car deal and enjoy driving along the broad avenue by the famous waterfront, and then venture forth along the four-lane express way that links the city with the trendy suburban districts of Punaauia and Paea on the west coast. Its suburbs creep up the mountains overlooking the city and sprawl for miles along the coast in both directions. more info
96	Mon 17 Aug 2020	Moorea, French Polynesia	7:00 AM	4:00 PM
Mo'orea is French Polynesia's second-most popular tourist attraction after Tahiti. Located a mere seven kilometres west of the island of Tahiti, Mo'orea is distinctive for its jagged peaks cloaked with lush greenery, its white and black sand beaches that are among the finest in the world.The island is encircled by a lagoon of translucent green, fringed by the deep blue of the ocean and light blue sky. Then there are the fascinating threads of waterfalls that tumble down fern-softened cliffs, all of which sets one in awe of the majesty of nature. Also included in this magical picture are the simple villages with their delightful pastel-painted houses surrounded by gardens of hibiscus and birds of paradise. more info
97	Tue 18 Aug 2020	At Sea
98	Wed 19 Aug 2020	At Sea
99	Thu 20 Aug 2020	At Sea
100	Fri 21 Aug 2020	At Sea
101	Sat 22 Aug 2020	At Sea
102	Sun 23 Aug 2020	Auckland, New Zealand	12:00 PM	10:00 PM
Auckland is New Zealand’s larget city (the capital Wellington is slightly smaller), multicultural, with the largest Polynesian population of any city in the world. The ‘City of Sails’ is located on an isthmus at the northern end of North Island, with harbours facing west to the Tasman Sea and east to the Pacific Ocean. The city straddles a dormant volcanic field with 48 volcanic cones. The cruise terminal berths at the city centre, with transport services and hop-on hop-off bus service at hand. Walk to the city centre’s iconic Sky Tower (and jump off with a harness). Places to visit in the city include the inner city park known as the Domain, and the picturesque suburb of Ponsonby, with its colonial era homes. more info
103	Mon 24 Aug 2020	At Sea
104	Tue 25 Aug 2020	At Sea
105	Wed 26 Aug 2020	At Sea
106	Thu 27 Aug 2020	Sydney, Australia	7:00 AM	4:00 PM
Cruise ships berthed at Sydney’s Overseas Passenger Terminal (OPT) access sweeping views of the harbour, Opera House, CBD, Circular Quay ferry terminal, and Sydney Harbour Bridge – all within a few minutes’ walk. The White Bay Cruise Terminal for mid-sized vessels that can pass under the Bridge docks two cruise ships. White Bay is 30 minutes’ drive by taxi or shuttle bus from the CBD and Central Station, or take a ferry from Circular Quay (am) or Darling Harbour (pm) on cruise days. Long term car parking is not too far away from each terminal. During the crowded summer season cruise ships occasionally tender passengers from Athol Buoy and Point Piper Buoy. QM2 has docked at Garden Island Naval Base. more info
107	Fri 28 Aug 2020	At Sea
108	Sat 29 Aug 2020	Brisbane, Australia	7:00 AM	Disembark
Approaching Brisbane River via beautiful Moreton Bay is a scenic delight. The most commonly used Portside Wharf Cruise Terminal is 14 km up-river and 6 km from the CBD, but only accessible to ships that clear the twin Gateway Bridges and less than 270m in length. Regular users of this terminal are P&O Australia and Princess vessels. They sail to the South Pacific, Great Barrier Reef, New Zealand, and PNG. Larger cruise ships berth at the commercial Port of Brisbane (Fisherman Island) at the river mouth, 25 km from the CBD. Smaller ships also berth here when Portside is fully booked. The new Brisbane International Cruise Terminal on the north side of the river mouth will open October 2020. It will berth the world's largest cruise ships. more info

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Take a break onboard the Sea Princess experiencing 106 exciting nights aboard the World Cruise - Roundtrip Brisbane Cruise C010D exploring World & Grand . Your ship sails from Brisbane with an itinerary that includes 42 ports in 29 countries before returning to Brisbane. This particular 3.5 star cruise from Princess Cruises has 1 more forward departures. We have a limited number of cabins available from $226 per person/day, twin share. So call now and get expert, friendly advice.

Sea Princess Overview

Until March 2020 Sea Princess sails out of Brisbane to New Zealand, the Great Barrier Reef, and PNG. For those wanting just a taste of cruising, or to get out of the office, there are 2-, 3- and 4-night ‘cruises to nowhere’. Here are some of the interesting 2020 itineraries from Australia: Around New Zealand (February); around Australia (March); around the Pacific via Hawaii (April); and around the world (May to August). The 2020 circumnavigation of 106 nights departing May 2020 reaches the Arctic region – see the Midnight Sun and Aurora Borealis (hopefully). Embark at Auckland, Sydney or Brisbane. Sea Princess makes it possible to explore further than the usual ports around Australia/NZ. Princess Cruises organises on-shore tours that can be booked before sailing or during the cruise. For some voyages pre- and post-cruises tours are available to extend your stay in major ports.

Accommodation

There are six main categories of staterooms - Suites with balcony, Mini-Suites with balcony, Balcony, Oceanview Deluxe, Oceanview, and Interior – and 28 grades, which give a broad choice according to guests’ needs of space and price. All cabins have pleasing décor and reasonable storage space, satellite TV, refrigerator, and 24-hour room service. Fresh fruit (by request), evening bed turn-down, bathroom lotions, and bathrobes (by request) come with every stateroom. Standard cabins are well-designed and functional. Some cabins accommodate a third and even a fourth person. Generally twin beds can be made up into a queen-size bed. Bedding is top quality. There are no interconnecting or single cabins. There are many wheelchair-accessible cabins, and guests with disabilities are well catered for. An in-cabin dining menu is available 24-hours.

Food and Dining

There are two main dining rooms (no Anytime Dining), and dinner is served in two set sittings in each dining room with the same waitstaff and assigned tables and tablemates. Dress code is smart casual, and on cruises longer than three days dress for a formal night for every week of sailing. Breakfast and lunch are provided in an open seating arrangement. (Of course a continental breakfast can be delivered to your stateroom, and there is a stateroom menu.) The alternative eating venue is Stirling Steakhouse (extra charge, reservations) for really good steak and barbecued chicken. Passengers booked in cabins with balconies can order several special, romantic meals to be served restaurant-style on the verandah - Ultimate Balcony Dining (cover charge).

Entertainment

In the evening having two show lounges (both theatre and cabaret style) is a great way to give passengers more entertainment choices. During her 2009 refurbishment additions included a Movies Under the Stars screen in the main pool area for new movie releases, sporting events and concert videos. Adults have their own private sunbathing area, the Sanctuary, at the front of the ship. Add seven bars and lounges, nightclub and dance floors, and the casino, to the list of evening options. Alternatively, just stroll around and shop duty-free, or for a quiet time retire to the Library/Card Room or Internet Café. Weddings are officiated by the Captain.

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