Will I need a passport?

If you are going to an international destination: Passports are required for all passengers and must be valid for a minimum of six (6) months before beyond the date of the cruise return. In addition, travel on our cruises will not revalidate an Australian or New Zealand re-entry visa.

If you are visiting Willis Island: A passport is the preferred form of identification. However, Customs have advised that a valid photo driver's licence is also acceptable. For passengers under 18 years of age a current Medicare card and/or a birth certificate (certified copy is sufficient) is an accepted form of identification.

If you are going on a coastal cruise, not including Willis island: A valid passport or government issued photo identification is required (Queensland Proof of Age cards will not be accepted). For Australian passengers, a current Medicare card can be used for passengers under 18 years of age. For New Zealand passengers, an original or certified copy of the child's birth certificate or a school pass with photo will be accepted.

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Above-water hull: The hull section of a vessel above waterline, the visible part of a ship. Also, topsides.
Beam ends: The sides of a ship. "On her beam ends" may mean the vessel is literally on her side and possibly about to capsize; more often, the phrase means the vessel is listing 45 degrees or more.
Daggerboard: A type of centerboard that is lifted vertically; often used in pairs.
Fast: Fastened or held firmly (fast aground: stuck on the seabed; made fast: tied securely).
Fender: An air or foam filled bumper used in boating to keep boats from banging into docks or each other.
Hand bomber: A ship using coal-fired boilers shoveled in by hand.
Handsomely: Gradually, as "lower handsomely".
Starboard: The right hand side of the ship when looking forward
Astern: Any distance behind a ship, as opposed to A-Head.
Fresh away: When your ship increases its velocity.

Find answers to all your questions.

What payment options do I have to pay for my cruise?: Accepted payment with selected credit cards (1.5% surcharge applies). More info here.
Once onboard, how do I pay for extra items?: Multiple ways of purchasing goods onboard are available to you - from Credit Cards to cash. More info here.
I have kids. What facilities do you have for children?: Qualified staff run a great choice of awesome activities for kids of all ages, giving you the option to spend the day child-free. Here's how it works.
What's actually included in the cruise price?: Accommodation, all main meals, entertainment and use of facilities such as swimming pools, gym, spas, table tennis, children's centres (excluding late night group child-minding) and library are all included in your cruise package.
What are the different types of cabins available? What's the difference between them?: Choose from outstanding balcony cabins with ocean views, great-value internal cabins, 4-berth options to share with family or friends or outside cabins with windows. Click here for more information.

For the answers to many other questions check out our Frequently Asked Questions

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