Name: 9-Day Vanuatu & New Caledonia
Brand: Carnival Cruise Line

Overview

There's no better way to see Pacific Islands than from the deck of Carnival Encounter, sailing with Carnival Cruise Line for 14 nights from Brisbane. The itinerary features stops at 3 destinations, including Norfolk Island and Suva, before arriving in Brisbane, Queensland. The mix of port visits and leisurely sea days makes this 14-night itinerary ideal for both first-time and seasoned cruisers. Prices for this cruise start from £1,194 per person.

Carnival Cruise Line

Specialising in fun-filled family holidays, Carnival Cruises traverse the seas of Europe and North America with a fleet of more than 20 sleek cruise liners.

Founded in 1972 and based in the United States, Carnival strives to entertain travellers of all ages, offering a veritable smorgasbord of facilities and activities. Ultimately casual but packed full of excitement, Carnival Cruises are ideal for passengers looking for a livelier holiday.

Cruise Itinerary

Day 1

Brisbane, Queensland

Cruising to Brisbane offers a delightful blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. Established as a penal colony in 1824, Brisbane has evolved into a vibrant metropolis while retaining its colonial charm. Visitors can explore historic sites like the Brisbane City Hall and Old Windmill, which offer glimpses into the city's past. The local culture is characterized by a laid-back Aussie vibe, with residents known for their friendliness and hospitality. Be sure to catch a performance at the Queensland Performing Arts Centre or stroll through the South Bank Parklands, where art and entertainment thrive.

Days 2-3

At sea

Day 4

Norfolk Island

Days 5-6

At sea

Day 7

Nuku'alofa

Day 8

At sea

Day 9

Suva

Day 10

Dravuni Island

Day 11

At sea

Day 12

Port Vila

Days 13-14

At sea

Day 15

Brisbane, Queensland

Day 1

Brisbane, Queensland

Days 2-3

At sea

Day 4

Norfolk Island

Days 5-6

At sea

Day 7

Nuku'alofa

Day 8

At sea

Day 9

Suva

Day 10

Dravuni Island

Day 11

At sea

Day 12

Port Vila

Days 13-14 At sea

At sea

Day 15

Brisbane, Queensland

2600

Passengers

1100

Crew

2002

Launched

2025

Last refit

108865t

Tonnage

290m

Length

48.5m

Width

22kts

Speed

Decks

USD

Currency

Carnival Encounter

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.

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Customer reviews

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Brill

Brill that’s all to say

Carnival Cruise Line Carnival Conquest

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Fantastic Journey Cruise (aka repositioning)

This cruise was a 22 day journey from Seattle to Sydney. Lots of sea days, but what an amazing way to travel between the two continents! Boarding the ship was a nightmare. We were travelling to remote locations so insurance was a must as was a visa waiver for Australia. The port building WiFi was horrendous so I couldn't prove I had insurance - it's part of my packaged bank account, and my banking app wasn't working. But I managed to show my daughters insurance and our visa waivers. The head of customer services allowed us to board and I took my phone to guest services later to show my insurance details. All was good because I had insurance. The cruise director, fun squad and Carnivals own entertainers were super. The enrichment programme was amazing too. How often can anyone say they learnt about Hawai'i from Princesses? The sauna was good but locker space was ridiculous far too few lockers and selfish guests were commandeering a locker for the whole 22day cruise because they could! The itinerary was good - some fabulous stops on our way to Sydney. The crew were fabulous and could not do enough. Even with the number of sea days, I can honestly say it was one of the best cruises I've taken. Sadly due to Carnival changing it's reward programme, I doubt I'll sail with them again esp as the itinerary is so USA-based. It's a shame, I'm not far off Diamond but too far off achieve it in the time-frame.

Carnival Cruise Line Carnival Luminosa

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fabuous cruse to take

it was just amazing and so much fun the first one for mea

Carnival Cruise Line Carnival Splendor

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Customer Review

While it was nice to get back to cruising, the stress of getting a covid test and results was exhausting, with having to work. The food quality has gone down some, which could be due to supply. Service was top notch as always. Vendors in Nassau was a little pusher than usual. Most definitely can tell some cut backs have been made. I'm just ready to get on my next ship.

Carnival Cruise Line Carnival Sunshine

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Carnival Cruise Line Carnival Sunrise

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Customer Review

It was a great experience.

Carnival Cruise Line Carnival Horizon

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Customer Review

The ship was very old although stated to have been refurbished. We travelled from New Orleans Gulf of Mexico. Food relatively good but entertainment poor and shows started when dining so we missed more than half. Drinks package was too expensive at £400 plus for the week each. Drinks were watered and there were no sugar free or slimline mixers to cater for diabetics. Balcony was dirty and never washed. Staff were good especially the cabin staff. The ship look and felt tired and in need of modernisation. Boarding and embarkation were managed well.

Carnival Cruise Line Carnival Glory

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