Royal Caribbean presents Australian summer and the debut of Royal Beach Club Lelepa, Royal Caribbean’s first all-star destination in the Southern Hemisphere. From October 2027 to April 2028, travelers can enjoy more short breaks, weekend getaways, and ways to enjoy island time aboard Anthem of the Seas from Sydney and Voyager of the Seas from Brisbane, offering two- to 12-night vacations to Australia, the sun-drenched South Pacific – including the ultimate beach day at the new Royal Beach Club Lelepa – and stunning New Zealand.
“Royal Caribbean continues to raise the bar for the ultimate family vacation with Royal Beach Club Lelepa, a one-of-a-kind destination in the Southern Hemisphere, inspired by the natural beauty and spirit of the South Pacific region,” said Gavin Smith, Vice President and General Manager of Australia and New Zealand, Royal Caribbean. “We know Australian families love spending their holidays in the South Pacific, and Lelepa takes this to another level with an experience unlike any other in the world. With an expanded range of weekend cruises, short breaks, and longer itineraries to enjoy, we’re giving travelers even more reasons to explore favorite destinations in Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific.”
Royal Beach Club Lelepa, a one-of-a-kind destination located on the island nation of Vanuatu in the Southern Hemisphere, is included in all South Pacific getaways from Sydney and Brisbane starting in October 2027. Travelers can enjoy two idyllic beaches, including a tranquil adults-only retreat and a family-friendly beach full of activities, where friendly competitions invite travelers to become island champions.
Whether relaxing on sun-drenched shores, hiking along a scenic nature trail, or snorkeling in crystal-clear waters, Lelepa offers something for every type of vacationer. From 10 bars and unlimited island dining to all-inclusive umbrellas, sun loungers, and towels, travelers can enjoy the perfect day in paradise.
Highlights of the Australian summer 2027-2028:
Anthem of the Seas – From Sydney, Australia
- With 24 getaways of three to 17 nights in the South Pacific, including visits to the Royal Beach Club Lelepa for visitors to enjoy the spectacular island beauty.
- Nine- to twelve-night holidays in New Zealand take travelers to far-flung destinations such as Wellington, Christchurch, Dunedin, and Milford Sound, for families looking to experience scenery, culture, and cuisine that offer the wow factor in a seamless getaway.
- A nine-night Christmas holiday in the South Pacific – with Christmas Day at the Royal Beach Club Lelepa – and a New Year's getaway in New Zealand welcoming 2028 with the beauty of the fjords, turning the most wonderful time of the year into a once-in-a-lifetime celebration.
- A 17-night transpacific adventure departing from Honolulu. By replacing long-haul flights with a Pacific itinerary, travelers can cross the world's largest ocean before arriving in Australia.
Voyager of the Seas – From Brisbane, Australia
- Voyager will offer 29 sun-drenched holidays, lasting from two to 25 nights, making Queensland the launching pad for memorable adventures and more weekends for families and friends to enjoy the ultimate getaway.
- Starting with the beginning of summer holidays in Queensland, travelers can go from Brisbane to the most beautiful places with seven-night adventures in the South Pacific visiting the new Royal Beach Club Lelepa, along with Noumea, Lifou, Mystery Island, Port Vila and Luganville, including Christmas and New Year's getaways.
- Four-night Whitsundays to Airlie Beach getaways, along with six vibrant short breaks, offer brag-worthy beach days in Queensland's own backyard.
- For those willing to go big, a spectacular 25-night transpacific adventure departing from Seattle passes through French Polynesia and Hawaii before arriving in Brisbane.
With two iconic ships, the 2027-28 season brings adventures to make the most of every moment at sea. Adrenaline junkies can reach new heights on the RipCord by iFly skydiving simulator, ride the waves on the FlowRider surf simulator, enjoy 360-degree ocean views from the North Star observation pod, and engage in friendly competition in the glow-in-the-dark Battle for Planet Z laser tag duel. When it’s time to refuel, vacationers can discover flavors from around the world, including fresh sashimi at Izumi, premium cuts of meat at Chops Grille, and rustic Italian classics at Giovanni’s Table. World-class entertainment takes center stage on both ships. Anthem hits the high notes with the Olivier Award-winning phenomenon “We Will Rock You,” while Voyager dazzles with the spectacular “Ice Odyssey” ice skating show, where professional skaters bring the magic and mystery of tarot cards to the ice.
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