Differences between US based lines and Aussie lines?

Hi

We leave in a month for our Aussie cruise on the P&O Aria. Very excited as we are going to Asia and Oz.

Apart from the obvious no tips on your account and lots of Aussie passengers are there any obvious differences?

This question is for people who have sailed both lines whether they are Aussie,American or otherwise. Didn't post on the Aussie board as it's rather quiet over there.

Thanks :)

Hi

 

We leave in a month for our Aussie cruise on the P&O Aria. Very excited as we are going to Asia and Oz.

 

Apart from the obvious no tips on your account and lots of Aussie passengers are there any obvious differences?

 

This question is for people who have sailed both lines whether they are Aussie,American or otherwise. Didn't post on the Aussie board as it's rather quiet over there.

 

Thanks :)

Hi, glad you are making your way to Australia. P&O use AUD as the on board currency. You will find bars and lounges full most of the time. The Pacific Aria is an ex HAL ship of an older style, it was the Ryndam , so balcony cabins are fewer than more modern ships but the cabins are fairly large. Not all the cabins have a fridge, so you may need to ask for ice everyday. It is a smaller ship but is fairly well set out. There are no gratuities on any on board expenditure, i.e drinks, etc.

What is your itinerary? Dates ? I may be able to help with port information.

Just note that Aussies love a laugh and nearly always use sarcasm as a form of humour. They are not necessarily having a go at anyone. P&O is most on par with Carnival and cater for families well although the Aria doesn't have as many Kids things (slides and such). They normally have a Bianco night (white night) and a Gatsby night (1920's - think flappers and such), that said, they are not that formal. there may also be a island night as well as music decade parties (70's, or 80's ).

Thanks :)

Hey we are doing Singapore, Bali, Komodo Island, Timor, Cairns, Airlie beach then staying Brisbane for a bit.

Sarcasm is around in spades over here in the UK. A long with 'taking the mick' out of yourself and generally a few others.

Do Aussie cruises party into the night and are Aussies early risers/chair hogs etc?

Thanks :)

 

Hey we are doing Singapore, Bali, Komodo Island, Timor, Cairns, Airlie beach then staying Brisbane for a bit.

 

Sarcasm is around in spades over here in the UK. A long with 'taking the mick' out of yourself and generally a few others.

 

Do Aussie cruises party into the night and are Aussies early risers/chair hogs etc?

I talked to a doctor who had once worked on P&O Australia. It was a regular occurrence for him to be called by security and have to sedate someone who was so out of control that it was taking 3 or more security guards to hold the drunk down! :eek::eek::eek:

I talked to a doctor who had once worked on P&O Australia. It was a regular occurrence for him to be called by security and have to sedate someone who was so out of control that it was taking 3 or more security guards to hold the drunk down! :eek::eek::eek:

Sounds a bit like some parts of the UK on a Saturday night.

I have heard Aussies and Brits can often out drink each other.

Thanks :)

 

Hey we are doing Singapore, Bali, Komodo Island, Timor, Cairns, Airlie beach then staying Brisbane for a bit.

 

Sarcasm is around in spades over here in the UK. A long with 'taking the mick' out of yourself and generally a few others.

 

Do Aussie cruises party into the night and are Aussies early risers/chair hogs etc?

Can only help with Cairns and Airlie beach,

Airlie beach - I suggest a Great barrier reef tour to the outer reef if you would like to see that. If you do the ship's tour it is likely to provide more time out on the reef.

Cairns, perhaps the Daintree rainforest or Kuranda or you could just look around Cairns.

What are your interests?

Aussies do like to party so are more likely to stay up late, not too many Chair hogs by the pool as most try not to get too much sun (it is harsh here and skin cancers are a real danger). They are more likely to hog chairs at the Café or in bars.

Sounds a bit like some parts of the UK on a Saturday night.

 

I have heard Aussies and Brits can often out drink each other.

While that may be true for some, most only have a quiet 10 or so drinks each night.;p

seriously, unless you are out after midnight, you are not likely to see too many drunks.

We are actually doing a Barrier reef for Airlie. :)

Nothing planned for Cairns yet but we like culture, food and drink and nature...not into seeing buildings and landmarks too much. Happy to do active pursuits.

Also HUGE craft beer fans so we are always on a brew lookout.

We are actually doing a Barrier reef for Airlie. :)

 

Nothing planned for Cairns yet but we like culture, food and drink and nature...not into seeing buildings and landmarks too much. Happy to do active pursuits.

 

Also HUGE craft beer fans so we are always on a brew lookout.

We are visiting Cairns on our next world cruise, so have just finished researching the local attractions.

Craft Beer - check out Coral Sea Brewing.

We are planning a trip to Karunda National Park, taking a cable car up above the canopy and a train back down.

Have found 3 recommended tour companies

· - Cairns Tableland Tours

· - The Adventure Company Australia

· - Down Under Tours

We are actually doing a Barrier reef for Airlie. :)

 

Nothing planned for Cairns yet but we like culture, food and drink and nature...not into seeing buildings and landmarks too much. Happy to do active pursuits.

 

Also HUGE craft beer fans so we are always on a brew lookout.

As mentioned, perhaps a tour up to Kuranda, it has lots of craft/ art places and also some natural beauty. you could get the train up and cable car back with a lunch up there sampling some local brews. Barron falls can be spectacular when it is flowing and the park and gorge is a great place to explore. there is also kayaking and inner tube trips to be had.

Thanks for the tips both.

Karunda does seem like our sort of place so we will check that out and Barron falls. :)

Hi, glad you are making your way to Australia. P&O use AUD as the on board currency. You will find bars and lounges full most of the time. The Pacific Aria is an ex HAL ship of an older style, it was the Ryndam , so balcony cabins are fewer than more modern ships but the cabins are fairly large. Not all the cabins have a fridge, so you may need to ask for ice everyday. It is a smaller ship but is fairly well set out. There are no gratuities on any on board expenditure, i.e drinks, etc.

What is your itinerary? Dates ? I may be able to help with port information.

I wish they did that in the US. Pay once and done. It would end the gratuities threads on cruise critic.