10-Day Vanuatu & New Caledonia from Brisbane, Australia
Day 1: Brisbane
Whether you’re departing or arriving in Brisbane, you’ll be surrounded by an offering of adventure and endless amounts of fun. Think sunshine, relaxation and a holiday the whole family will love!
Day 2: Fun Day At Sea
No port today! It’s a great time to explore your ship and its exciting entertainment, food and activities! Or take it easy at the pool, spa, or... if you book a room with a balcony, enjoy the waves.
Day 3: Fun Day At Sea
No port today! It’s a great time to explore your ship and its exciting entertainment, food and activities! Or take it easy at the pool, spa, or... if you book a room with a balcony, enjoy the waves.
Day 4: Santo
It was rumoured to be the the inspiration for the musical South Pacific, journey to the tropical paradise of Espiritu Santo, or Santo for short.
On a Santo cruise you can experience everything there is to love about the Vanuatu archipelago, all in one spot. With a Santo cruise you can dive among the wrecks of the dumped American naval and military craft at Million Dollar Point, swim the coral reef in crystal clear waters, walk along the white beaches, and experience the relaxation of taking a dip in the Blue Hole. And do it all onboard Carnival, creating fun and adventure along the way.
Day 5: Port Vila
If there was ever a South Pacific city built for visiting, it’s Port Vila. A Carnival Port Vila cruise sails into the Port Vila cruise terminal on the south western coast and into the heart of the capital of Vanuatu. A shore excursion as part of a Port Vila cruise opens up everything this beautiful part of the world has to offer.
Enjoy the natural beauty, the stunning beaches, the clear waters, and the amazing welcoming locals of the South Pacific Islands. A cruise to Port Vila will make you feel at home straight away, and there is so much to do for the whole family, year-round.
Day 6: Mystery Island
Have you ever dreamed of escaping to a secluded, uninhabited island, far removed from the rest of the world? If so, a Mystery Island cruise with onboard activities from Sydney or Brisbane, Australia is the perfect adventure for you. This remote part of Vanuatu is exclusively visited by cruise passengers on cruise ships, offering a unique getaway experience.
Despite its lack of permanent residents, Mystery Island is brimming with shore excursions. The island gained popularity following a visit from Queen Elizabeth II in the 1970s, and it has since become a sought-after retreat. With its stunning beaches, crystal-clear waters, and some of the region's best snorkelling spots, a Vanuatu cruise to the South Pacific islands is an absolute must.
Day 7: Fun Day At Sea
No port today! It’s a great time to explore your ship and its exciting entertainment, food and activities! Or take it easy at the pool, spa, or... if you book a room with a balcony, enjoy the waves.
Day 8: Lifou
A Lifou cruise allows you to experience a land of scenic contrast and natural beauty. As part of New Caldeonia’s Loyalty Island, a cruise to Lifou means enjoying one of the most beautiful places in the South Pacific. Crystal clear waters, white sands, and coral reefs are only part of the story.
Take a Lifou cruise and enjoy the stunning local fare, amazing guided tours, and views to die for. On a Lifou cruise in the South Pacific Islands, you can swim with the very friendly fish in the marine reserve, visit the secret grotto, and enjoy everything the tropical paradise has to offer.
Day 9: Fun Day At Sea
No port today! It’s a great time to explore your ship and its exciting entertainment, food and activities! Or take it easy at the pool, spa, or... if you book a room with a balcony, enjoy the waves.
Day 10: Fun Day At Sea
No port today! It’s a great time to explore your ship and its exciting entertainment, food and activities! Or take it easy at the pool, spa, or... if you book a room with a balcony, enjoy the waves.
Day 11: Brisbane
Whether you’re departing or arriving in Brisbane, you’ll be surrounded by an offering of adventure and endless amounts of fun. Think sunshine, relaxation and a holiday the whole family will love!
Carnival Encounter sails year-round from Brisbane and is perfect for families, couples and groups of friends who want to lean into both fun and relaxation on their holiday.
Guests can expect the perfect blend between everyone’s interests with kids clubs, teen-friendly hangout spaces, an adult-only retreat, dining that ranges from casual to connoisseur, and entertainment for all ages.
Water lovers will be spoilt for choice with spas, four pools, and waterslides. Thrill seekers are covered too with Edge Adventure Park, complete with ziplining, rock climbing and abseiling. More of a chill seeker? You’ll love the exclusive Byron Beach Club, the Adult-Only Oasis Retreat, and the day spa and salon.
As the sun goes down, the fun only goes up. Dive into delicious dining options like Angelo’s, Dragon Lady, or celebrity-chef dining at Luke’s Bar & Grill. Be entertained with live comedy and dazzling stage shows. Or dance the night away at a classic Carnival deck party. Yep, Carnival Encounter has got it all!
Ship Profile & Stats
Tonnage: 108,865
Length: 290 m
Passenger capacity (dbl): 2600
Ship Amenities
Flat Screen TV
Telephone
Safety Deposit Box
Air Conditioning with Personal Controls
Ship Facilities
Byron Beach Club
Magra Dome
The Oasis
Swimming Pools
Hot Tubs
Oasis Bar
Nightclub
Fitness Centre
Elemis Spa
Teen Lounge
Youth Centres
The Pantry
Terrace Bar
Marquee Theatre
Luke Mangan Restaurant
Casino
Shops
Ocean Bar
Blue Room
400 Gradi
Photo Gallery
Black Circus
Angelo's
Dragon Lady
Piazza
Cafe
Lobby Bar
Waterfront
Medical Centre
Why Carnival?
Cause we're just as fun as you, of course!
In 2014, Carnival Spirit, currently the largest and newest cruise ship home ported year-round in Sydney, was joined by sister ship Carnival Legend which has been sailing on an extended summer season Down Under every year, until recently departing for the incoming Carnival Splendor.
Carnival Spirit will reposition to Brisbane, its new home port, and sail year-round from October 2020. Carnival Splendor will join the Australian fleet in December 2019 as the ship repositions to her new home port in Sydney and is set to become the newest and largest ship home ported year-round in Australia.
Carnival sails from Sydney and Melbourne and will do so from Brisbane in 2020. Carnival's itineraries range from three-night short weekend getaways to 8-night Pacific Island escapes to longer holidays between Australia, New Zealand, Asia and Hawaii.
With more than 45 daily activities from the thrilling Green Thunder waterslide, themed nights, live Broadway-style entertainment and the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss with Seuss at Sea™.
Carnival's ships offer fun-loving families and couples fun, memorable holidays at great value.
Interconnecting Rooms: The perfect combination of proximity and privacy. Enjoy neighbouring rooms with internal doors, perfect for families, groups and friends. Balcony Stateoom: Fling your doors wide open and breathe in the crisp ocean air. With all the comforts of a hotel - but on the sea - you’ll feel completely relaxed lounging on your private balcony, feet up, enjoying a view few will see. Order in some cocktails or curl up with a book for ultimate vacation vibes. DISCLAIMER: Room images are for illustration purposes only. Actual room layout and design may vary.
Private balcony with outdoor furniture
Private ensuite, shower only
Flat screen TV
Wardrobe, desk with chair
Telephone
Safety deposit box
Air-conditioning with personal controls
Fridge (not available on Pacific Aria)
Fling your doors wide open and breathe in the crisp ocean air. With all the comforts of a hotel - but on the sea - you’ll feel completely relaxed lounging on your private balcony, feet up, enjoying a view few will see. Order in some cocktails or curl up with a book for ultimate vacation vibes. DISCLAIMER: Room images are for illustration purposes only. Actual room layout and design may vary. Private balcony with outdoor furniture Private ensuite, shower only Flat screen TV Wardrobe, desk with chair Telephone Safety deposit box Air-conditioning with personal controls Fridge (not available on Pacific Aria)
Fling your doors wide open and breathe in the crisp ocean air. With all the comforts of a hotel - but on the sea - you’ll feel completely relaxed lounging on your private balcony, feet up, enjoying a view few will see. Order in some cocktails or curl up with a book for ultimate vacation vibes. DISCLAIMER: Room images are for illustration purposes only. Actual room layout and design may vary. Private balcony with outdoor furniture Private ensuite, shower only Flat screen TV Wardrobe, desk with chair Telephone Safety deposit box Air-conditioning with personal controls Fridge (not available on Pacific Aria)
Fling your doors wide open and breathe in the crisp ocean air. With all the comforts of a hotel - but on the sea - you’ll feel completely relaxed lounging on your private balcony, feet up, enjoying a view few will see. Order in some cocktails or curl up with a book for ultimate vacation vibes. DISCLAIMER: Room images are for illustration purposes only. Actual room layout and design may vary. Private balcony with outdoor furniture Private ensuite, shower only Flat screen TV Wardrobe, desk with chair Telephone Safety deposit box Air-conditioning with personal controls Fridge (not available on Pacific Aria)
Fling your doors wide open and breathe in the crisp ocean air. With all the comforts of a hotel - but on the sea - you’ll feel completely relaxed lounging on your private balcony, feet up, enjoying a view few will see. Order in some cocktails or curl up with a book for ultimate vacation vibes. DISCLAIMER: Room images are for illustration purposes only. Actual room layout and design may vary. Private balcony with outdoor furniture Private ensuite, shower only Flat screen TV Wardrobe, desk with chair Telephone Safety deposit box Air-conditioning with personal controls Fridge (not available on Pacific Aria)
Fling your doors wide open and breathe in the crisp ocean air. With all the comforts of a hotel - but on the sea - you’ll feel completely relaxed lounging on your private balcony, feet up, enjoying a view few will see. Order in some cocktails or curl up with a book for ultimate vacation vibes. DISCLAIMER: Room images are for illustration purposes only. Actual room layout and design may vary. Private balcony with outdoor furniture Private ensuite, shower only Flat screen TV Wardrobe, desk with chair Telephone Safety deposit box Air-conditioning with personal controls Fridge (not available on Pacific Aria)
Fling your doors wide open and breathe in the crisp ocean air. With all the comforts of a hotel - but on the sea - you’ll feel completely relaxed lounging on your private balcony, feet up, enjoying a view few will see. Order in some cocktails or curl up with a book for ultimate vacation vibes. DISCLAIMER: Room images are for illustration purposes only. Actual room layout and design may vary. Private balcony with outdoor furniture Private ensuite, shower only Flat screen TV Wardrobe, desk with chair Telephone Safety deposit box Air-conditioning with personal controls Fridge (not available on Pacific Aria)
Fling your doors wide open and breathe in the crisp ocean air. With all the comforts of a hotel - but on the sea - you’ll feel completely relaxed lounging on your private balcony, feet up, enjoying a view few will see. Order in some cocktails or curl up with a book for ultimate vacation vibes. DISCLAIMER: Room images are for illustration purposes only. Actual room layout and design may vary. Private balcony with outdoor furniture Private ensuite, shower only Flat screen TV Wardrobe, desk with chair Telephone Safety deposit box Air-conditioning with personal controls Fridge (not available on Pacific Aria)
Interconnecting Rooms: The perfect combination of proximity and privacy. Enjoy neighbouring rooms with internal doors, perfect for families, groups and friends. Oceanview Stateroom: Wake up to million dollar water views, all to yourself. Our Oceanview rooms feature a window or porthole, so you can let beautiful natural light stream in while enjoying breakfast in bed. Equipped with everything you need, Oceanview rooms are available in a range of bedding combinations and can be interconnecting - perfect for families or groups of friends. DISCLAIMER: Room images are for illustration purposes only. Actual room layout and design may vary.
Flat screen TV
Wardrobe, desk with chair
Fridge (excluding Pacific Aria)
Private ensuite, shower only
Wake up to million dollar water views, all to yourself. Our Oceanview rooms feature a window or porthole, so you can let beautiful natural light stream in while enjoying breakfast in bed. Equipped with everything you need, Oceanview rooms are available in a range of bedding combinations and can be interconnecting - perfect for families or groups of friends. DISCLAIMER: Room images are for illustration purposes only. Actual room layout and design may vary. Flat screen TV Wardrobe, desk with chair Fridge (excluding Pacific Aria) Private ensuite, shower only
Wake up to million dollar water views, all to yourself. Our Oceanview rooms feature a window or porthole, so you can let beautiful natural light stream in while enjoying breakfast in bed. Equipped with everything you need, Oceanview rooms are available in a range of bedding combinations and can be interconnecting - perfect for families or groups of friends. DISCLAIMER: Room images are for illustration purposes only. Actual room layout and design may vary. Flat screen TV Wardrobe, desk with chair Fridge (excluding Pacific Aria) Private ensuite, shower only
Wake up to million dollar water views, all to yourself. Our Oceanview rooms feature a window or porthole, so you can let beautiful natural light stream in while enjoying breakfast in bed. Equipped with everything you need, Oceanview rooms are available in a range of bedding combinations and can be interconnecting - perfect for families or groups of friends. DISCLAIMER: Room images are for illustration purposes only. Actual room layout and design may vary. Flat screen TV Wardrobe, desk with chair Fridge (excluding Pacific Aria) Private ensuite, shower only
Wake up to million dollar water views, all to yourself. Our Oceanview rooms feature a window or porthole, so you can let beautiful natural light stream in while enjoying breakfast in bed. Equipped with everything you need, Oceanview rooms are available in a range of bedding combinations and can be interconnecting - perfect for families or groups of friends. DISCLAIMER: Room images are for illustration purposes only. Actual room layout and design may vary. Flat screen TV Wardrobe, desk with chair Fridge (excluding Pacific Aria) Private ensuite, shower only
Wake up to million dollar water views, all to yourself. Our Oceanview rooms feature a window or porthole, so you can let beautiful natural light stream in while enjoying breakfast in bed. Equipped with everything you need, Oceanview rooms are available in a range of bedding combinations and can be interconnecting - perfect for families or groups of friends. DISCLAIMER: Room images are for illustration purposes only. Actual room layout and design may vary. Flat screen TV Wardrobe, desk with chair Fridge (excluding Pacific Aria) Private ensuite, shower only
Wake up to million dollar water views, all to yourself. Our Oceanview rooms feature a window or porthole, so you can let beautiful natural light stream in while enjoying breakfast in bed. Equipped with everything you need, Oceanview rooms are available in a range of bedding combinations and can be interconnecting - perfect for families or groups of friends. DISCLAIMER: Room images are for illustration purposes only. Actual room layout and design may vary. Flat screen TV Wardrobe, desk with chair Fridge (excluding Pacific Aria) Private ensuite, shower only
Interconnecting Rooms: The perfect combination of proximity and privacy. Enjoy neighbouring rooms with internal doors, perfect for families, groups and friends.
Interior Stateroom: Wake up with your loved ones! Available in a range of bedding combinations including twin, double, triple and quad share, our Interior rooms are perfect for both families and couples. With comfortable furnishings and soft beds, you’ll love having a cosy place to return to after a day of cruisey fun. DISCLAIMER: Room images are for illustration purposes only. Actual room layout and design may vary. Private ensuite, shower only Flat screen TV Telephone Wardrobe, desk with chair Safety deposit box Air-conditioning with personal controls
Wake up with your loved ones! Available in a range of bedding combinations including twin, double, triple and quad share, our Interior rooms are perfect for both families and couples. With comfortable furnishings and soft beds, you’ll love having a cosy place to return to after a day of cruisey fun. DISCLAIMER: Room images are for illustration purposes only. Actual room layout and design may vary. Private ensuite, shower only Flat screen TV Telephone Wardrobe, desk with chair Safety deposit box Air-conditioning with personal controls
Wake up with your loved ones! Available in a range of bedding combinations including twin, double, triple and quad share, our Interior rooms are perfect for both families and couples. With comfortable furnishings and soft beds, you’ll love having a cosy place to return to after a day of cruisey fun. DISCLAIMER: Room images are for illustration purposes only. Actual room layout and design may vary. Private ensuite, shower only Flat screen TV Telephone Wardrobe, desk with chair Safety deposit box Air-conditioning with personal controls
Wake up with your loved ones! Available in a range of bedding combinations including twin, double, triple and quad share, our Interior rooms are perfect for both families and couples. With comfortable furnishings and soft beds, you’ll love having a cosy place to return to after a day of cruisey fun. DISCLAIMER: Room images are for illustration purposes only. Actual room layout and design may vary. Private ensuite, shower only Flat screen TV Telephone Wardrobe, desk with chair Safety deposit box Air-conditioning with personal controls
Wake up with your loved ones! Available in a range of bedding combinations including twin, double, triple and quad share, our Interior rooms are perfect for both families and couples. With comfortable furnishings and soft beds, you’ll love having a cosy place to return to after a day of cruisey fun. DISCLAIMER: Room images are for illustration purposes only. Actual room layout and design may vary. Private ensuite, shower only Flat screen TV Telephone Wardrobe, desk with chair Safety deposit box Air-conditioning with personal controls
Wake up with your loved ones! Available in a range of bedding combinations including twin, double, triple and quad share, our Interior rooms are perfect for both families and couples. With comfortable furnishings and soft beds, you’ll love having a cosy place to return to after a day of cruisey fun. DISCLAIMER: Room images are for illustration purposes only. Actual room layout and design may vary. Private ensuite, shower only Flat screen TV Telephone Wardrobe, desk with chair Safety deposit box Air-conditioning with personal controls
Wake up with your loved ones! Available in a range of bedding combinations including twin, double, triple and quad share, our Interior rooms are perfect for both families and couples. With comfortable furnishings and soft beds, you’ll love having a cosy place to return to after a day of cruisey fun.
DISCLAIMER: Room images are for illustration purposes only. Actual room layout and design may vary.
Private ensuite, shower only
Flat screen TV
Telephone
Wardrobe, desk with chair
Safety deposit box
Air-conditioning with personal controls
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