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After a nearly two-year hiatus, international tourism and travel in Australia is back and all at P&O Cruises could not be happier about it.

The P&O Cruises team see it as time for Australians to travel again and take that well-deserved holiday.

As P&O Cruises explain "as well as being avo-obsessed and shortening almost all words, travel has always been one of our ‘things’ as a nation. And we’re lucky enough to have amazing destinations right here in Australia. It’s time to get back to it and start travelling safely in Australia again.

"As we’re deciding where to travel in Australia and planning future trips, we’re learning the new way to approach travel, and arranging holidays can feel a little overwhelming.

“Thankfully, Australian cruises will be back soon, and P&O Cruises deliver exceptional no-fuss, stress-free cruises for travel within Australia. They’ve been cruising for almost 90 years, and have adapted to the new ways of travel. Easing back into holiday life is made effortless with their cruise deals, and all the cruise activities make it a flexible experience for all those who holiday with you.”

Why cruises are the perfect travel option in 2022
Travel, even within Australia, requires more organisation than ever before. If you don’t want to plan all the ins and outs of a holiday, look into Australian cruises. You won’t need to lift a finger, you can spend every day relaxing and living it up with those you love.

Australian cruises allow you to see more and do more on your holiday. There are more than 60 onboard activities on P&O Cruises, so everyone can be entertained and do their own thing. Plus, Shore Tours make your cruise instantly more experiential. Live like a local for the day and explore jungles and cities, or wander through quaint towns and along stunning beaches. It’s like a holiday within a holiday.

If it’s some serious self-care you need, revive in the spa, stretch out and exhale in a yoga class, or relax by the pool with a book. There are also nightclubs, live music shows and casino nights to let your hair down, and child-free comedy nights to have you in stitches. Explore all the different dining options, and taste countless cuisines, all in one place. 

Most of the activities are included in the price, making it so much more affordable than a typical holiday. And with it all within close proximity, you can get amongst it all. Relax all day, and celebrate all night. Give your endorphins the party they’ve missed.

Some of the P&O Cruises destinations within Australia include:

Great Barrier Reef
Visit Airlie Beach, Cairns, or Port Douglas for a tropical, wondrous experience. Discover one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, The Great Barrier Reef. Swim and snorkel, even scuba if you dare, and say hello to some bright, tropical fish. A spectacular tour like this is just what the doctor ordered.

Whitsundays
Soak up some sun on the white sand of Whitehaven beach, swim through sparkling blue waters, and snorkel along Knuckle Reef. Explore Airlie Beach from the skies in a seaplane flight, a completely different perspective from cruise travel, or reacquaint yourself with your land legs and explore the rainforest. You could even join a crocodile safari, just don’t forget to hide your smile.

Kangaroo Island
Visit Remarkable Rocks, sample some Ligurian honey, meet some endangered sea lions, watch kangaroos gather for a feed at dusk, or snap a rare sight of a timid platypus. This charming island off mainland South Australia offers a lot of rugged scenery and unforgettable moments.

With cruising coming back on the table next year, it’s time to consider a holiday with P&O. Learn more about life onboard and look through P&O’s 2022 cruise deals or 2023 cruise deals. 

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Images courtesy of P&O Cruises.

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