If you have booked an Oceania cruise, there is a good chance you will receive an email inviting you to bid for a stateroom upgrade a few weeks before departure. While this looks simple on the surface, bidding blindly often leads to overpaying or missing out on higher cabin tiers entirely. Below is a complete…
Broome is one of the most remote and striking coastal towns in Australia. Set where the red dirt of the Kimberley region meets the bright turquoise water of the Indian Ocean, this former pearling capital offers incredible history, beaches, and unique wildlife. Cruise ships will dock at the Port of Broome, a deep-water working pier…
Burnie is an occasional stop on Tasmania’s rugged north-west coast, and is famous for its wildlife, forests, and industrial history. Cruise ships dock at the Port of Burnie, the state’s largest deep-water commercial port, situated right on the edge of Emu Bay. Because this is a busy timber and cargo yard, walking on the dock…
Visiting Eden means visiting the far south coast of New South Wales along Twofold Bay. Ships dock at the Snug Cove wharf, giving you an easy stepping-off point into a working harbour surrounded by pine forests, national parks, and rugged coastline. The town itself sits on the hills above the cove. While it is a…
If you’ve spent any time on an Oceania cruise, you’ve probably noticed the daily program packed with trivia, quizzes, and games. But you’ve likely also spotted those little “Big O” point values attached to them, and passengers actively collecting the slips. If you are wondering what they actually are, how you earn them, and what…
Australia is a great destination to skip the expensive cruise line shore excursions and explore on your own. If you are sailing during the 2026/2027 season, there are two key practical updates to keep in mind before you arrive. What You Will Find in This Guide These cruise port guides aim to provide clear instructions…
Fremantle is at the mouth of the Swan River, 12 miles (20 kilometers) southwest of Perth in Western Australia. The port city is known for its 19th-century streetscapes, maritime museums, prison history, and central market halls. Cruise ships dock at the Fremantle Passenger Terminal on Victoria Quay. Stepping off the ship puts you within a…
Moreton Island (Mulgumpin) is 25 miles off the coast of Brisbane in Queensland, Australia. As the third-largest sand island in the world, unsurprisingly its main features are long stretches of white sand, steep dunes, and fifteen shipwrecks scuttled just offshore. Ships anchor offshore in Moreton Bay, and passengers take tender boats to the Tangalooma Island…
Cairns is Far North Queensland’s tropical capital and the main port for exploring two UNESCO World Heritage sites: the Great Barrier Reef and the ancient Daintree Rainforest. Mid-sized and boutique cruise ships dock at the Cairns Cruise Terminal at Trinity Wharf, dropping you into the city center, while larger ships anchor offshore at Yorkeys Knob…
