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👶 Best for Family (Young Kids)South_pacific · Fall · 4 nightsFrom SydneyVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

It's the Carnival Adventure. And if you've been um following the channel, you might have seen some live streams from on board.

I've actually been on this ship three in three different lives. I've I've seen it as the Golden Princess, as the Pacific Adventure, and also now sailed on board as the Carnival Adventure.

It's pretty much the same. You know, a lot of the crew are the same crew, right? They've just changed their uniforms.

It was very good. Um the the atmosphere is nice. It's very bespoke menu.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Get a balcony room if you want privacy and to enjoy the view without participating in organized activities.
Book the Edge experiences early as they are popular and have back-to-back bookings.
Consider the Sydney Harbor Bridge departure for an iconic experience.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Familiarity of the ship after rebrandingThe ship feels very similar to its previous P&O Australia incarnation, with minimal changes.
Cost of cruising with Carnival in AustraliaCarnival is competitively priced and offers year-round cruising in the Australian market.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat changes were made when Carnival Adventure was rebranded from P&O Australia?
QHow does the Carnival experience compare to the previous P&O Australia experience?
QIs the Carnival Adventure a good option for travelers in the Australian market?

Topics Covered

Service Crew2½ Happy BaconEntertainment Activities3½ Happy BaconValue Pricing2 Happy BaconShip Condition1½ Happy BaconDining Main1½ Sad Bacon

Port Highlights

Sydney3½ Happy Bacon
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The story of the Carnival Adventure is a complex one, tracing the history of three different cruise lines in two different hemispheres. Originally launched in 2001 as the Golden Princess, she was a flagship of the Princess Cruises' Grand Class, measuring 108,865 gross tons and stretching 951 feet (290 metres) in length. After almost two decades of global service, she was due for her second life as P&O Cruises Australia’s Pacific Adventure. That transition was complicated by the global pandemic, meaning she spent years waiting to finally join the Australian fleet. Now, in an unprecedented move, she’s found herself recast once more, becoming the Carnival Adventure following the closure of the P&O Australia brand. This episode of The Expert Cruise Show will take a deep dive into what exactly this "new" Carnival ship is, and how she operates in this third incarnation. We look at the legacy features she carries from her time as Golden Princess, the Australian touches she gained and is now shedding from her brief time as Pacific Adventure, and the specific Carnival Cruise Line elements that have been injected into her identity. It’s a fascinating study of a modern cruise liner caught between ownership changes, a ship where the spirit of the past literally shares a deck with the future of the Fun Ship brand in the demanding Australian market. — 🛳️ Subscribe to Chris' Substack: https://themaritimehistorian.substack.com 🚢 Read Chris' Cunard History Website: https://www.chriscunard.com 📚 Browse Chris' Books: https://www.chrisframe.com.au/books 👕 Support the channel at our Cruise Merch store: https://chrisframeofficial.teemill.com ✅ Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgk7SzYDkiXWWBfMqXYH0cA/join -- 🗺️ CUSTOM CRUISE MAP: Made using AIS (satellite ship-tracking) data, The Cruise Maps show the exact route. Select your cruise, give your map a title, and we'll do the rest. Use my code "ChrisFrameOfficial" for 10% off at: https://thecruisemaps.com/products/p-o-australia-final-voyages-special-edition-maps/chrisframeofficial This is an affiliate link, meaning I may earn a small commission if you purchase through it. 🎥 OUR EQUIPMENT: Chris' Mic: Audio Technica: https://amzn.to/4ij8myg Chris' Camera - DJI Mimo Pocket 2: https://amzn.to/3XjXwQn Vlogging Mic: DJI Mic: https://amzn.to/3D3idJP Lav Mic: DJI Lavalier Mic: https://amzn.to/4klRgBA These are affiliate links meaning we may receive a small commission from any sales. -- Disclaimer: ‘The Expert Cruise Show’ is for informational and entertainment purposes only. The views and opinions expressed do not necessarily reflect the views of any organisation or company they may be affiliated with, nor that of the hosts Chris Frame or Anthony Davis. ‘The Expert Cruise Show’ is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, and is not intended as professional, personal or financial advice - always consult with a qualified professional for guidance. The hosts and guests are not responsible for any actions taken based on the information presented in ‘The Expert Cruise Show’. Any content provided by our hosts, guests or authors are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organisation, company, individual or anyone or anything, in line with the First Amendment right to free and protected speech (USA) and the right to freedom of opinion and expression (Australia). -- Tags: * #TransatlanticCrossing * #QM2 * #Cunard * #OceanLiner * #CruiseTravel * #ExpertCruiseShow * #ShipHistory * #NorthAtlantic * #QueenMary2 * #TravelVlog * #Cruise * #Cruising * #CruiseLife * #ShipLife * #SeaDays * #MaritimeHistory * #Titanic * #whitestarline * #Travel * #Wanderlust * #titanic * #cruisenews * #oceanlinerdesigns * #QueenVictoria * #QueenElizabeth * #QueenAnne * #QE2 * #QE2dubai Image Support: Luke Morrison @Boeing_Luke Cunard @CunardLineOfficial Anthony Davis (QE2) Frame and Cross Collection (all uncredited).