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CRUISING WITH KIDS

World’s first carbon neutral
cruise destination

Vanuatu will be home to Royal Caribbean’s newest private
island destination – Perfect Day at Lelepa, Vanuatu. The
destination will be created in partnership with the
community of Vanuatu to showcase the distinct natural
ecological beauty and diverse local culture of the island
nation as well as provide employment and education
opportunities. With features designed to safeguard the
island’s ecosystems, the island will be the first carbon neutral
private cruise destination in the world. royalcaribbean.com.au

Cruising with kids

Everything you need to know about the latest
in family-friendly cruises and travel products.

Voyager set to unveil flash
multi-million-dollar makeover
Family favourite Voyager of the Seas will be the very first Royal
Amplified ship to debut in Australia following a $97-million-
dollar makeover that promises to raise the bar for cruise
holidays. Some of the exciting new features include The Perfect
Storm duo of racer water slides and Battle for Planet Z laser tag.
There is also 72 additional inside and balcony staterooms. Old
favourites are looking fresh, too, with a reinvigorated Vitality Spa
and Fitness Centre, upgraded FlowRider surf simulator and
redesigned kids’ and teens’ spaces. royalcaribbean.com.au

Cruisers help Tassie wildlife
According to the operators of Tasmania’s Bonorong Wildlife
Sanctuary, cruise passengers are contributing to the sanctuary’s
efforts to save endangered native wildlife. With around a quarter Dream now a reality for Aussie cruisers
of visitors to the centre during the peak tourism season now
coming from cruise ships visiting Hobart, the sanctuary has Explorer Dream is the first of award-winning Dream Cruise Line’s
been able to expand its life-saving work by looking after an ships to homeport in Australia. With a variety of itineraries departing
increasing number of native animals. Visitors want to know from Sydney and Brisbane, the ship boasts a Roman-themed pool
they are making a positive impact with their tour dollars, and deck with the heart-thumping Caesar’s Slide, hot tubs, and a huge
Carnival Australia Destination Management Director, Michael LED screen. There’s also the Action Zone, a multipurpose lounge
Mihajlov, says the Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary tour is an featuring games consoles, plus the ESC Experience Club with
excellent example of the authentic and meaningful experiences virtual reality games, a Sportsplex for active families and the Little
they are seeking. bonorong.com.au carnival.com.au Dreamers kids’ club. dreamcruiseline.com.au

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