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    In March 2025, P&O Cruises Australia will sunset and Pacific Adventure® and Pacific Encounter® will join the Carnival fleet as Carnival Adventure™ and Carnival Encounter™.

    Double the Fun in 2025 


    We’re gearing up to deliver more fun for everyone from March 2025 when Carnival Adventure™ and Carnival Encounter™ join the family!

    Onboard, guests can expect a seamless blend of Carnival’s signature Fun Ship experience, plus many of the much-loved P&O features, giving guests the best of both worlds.

    Here is a sneak peek at the exciting features^ these ships will offer.

    Signature Carnival Fun


     
     
     
    Fun Squad 

    Bringing our Fun Ship energy to life, the Fun Squad will create an unforgettable atmosphere. 

    Carnival theme nights 

    Get your outfits ready for Carnival’s iconic theme nights including 80s Rock-N-Glow Party, Silent White-Hot Night and Elegant Night.

    Free Pizza between 11am and 4pm

    Yes, you read that right! Guests can enjoy unlimited free pizza between 11am and 4pm daily. Pizza is available at an additional cost outside these hours.


    Turtles Program 

    Turtles offers big fun for our smallest cruisers with special activities and enriching experiences for under twos. Parents can stay and play or, for a small fee, drop off their little ones for a short time while they go and enjoy some me-time onboard.

    More Fun For Kids

    Including Build-A-Bear (charges apply), Conga for Kids, Zumbini, Kennedy Space Centre & Kulture City

     
     
     

    P&O Fan favourites


     
     
     
    Luke’s Bar & Grill and Luke’s Burgers

    Aussie icon Luke Mangan continues to serve up modern Australian cuisine and mouth-watering burgers (charges apply).

    Angelo’s, Dragon Lady & Waterfront

    Guests can continue to enjoy a la carte dining in Angelo’s, Dragon Lady and Waterfront restaurants, included in the cruise fare.

    New Zealand Natural Ice Cream

    With so many delicious flavours on offer guests can go on enjoying all their favourites (charges apply).


    Edge Adventure Park

    Adventure seekers can go on zip lining, climbing, balancing and abseiling their way around Carnival Adventure and Carnival Encounter (charges apply).

    Blanc de Blanc

    This award-winning show will continue serving up an intoxicating blend of vintage glamour, high-end spectacle and effervescent energy (charges apply, 18+).

    Byron Beach Club

    Guests in Suites and selected Mini-Suites can keep on kicking back in the exclusive Byron Beach Club, complete with a private pool, spas and oh-so-comfy loungers.

     
     
     

    Adventure & Encounter Bookings


    Until March 2025, Carnival Adventure™ and Carnival Encounter™ cruises are available to book on the P&O Cruises website.

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    ^ Onboard offerings are subject to change. Facilities, services and entertainment vary by ship and charges may apply to some activities, venues and menu items.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Bookings

    When will Pacific Adventure® and Pacific Encounter® join Carnival Cruise Line?

    Pacific Adventure and Pacific Encounter will join Carnival Cruise Line in March 2025 when the P&O Cruises Australia brand is sunset. The ships will be renamed Carnival Adventure™ and Carnival Encounter™ and they will depart on their first cruises under Carnival Cruise Line on 29 March 2025.

    How can I book on Carnival Adventure™ or Carnival Encounter™?

    Carnival Adventure and Carnival Encounter cruises can currently only be booked through P&O Cruises Australia via www.pocruises.com.au, through the P&O Cruises Australia contact centre on 13 24 94 (AU) / 0800 780 716 (NZ) or a travel agent. From mid-March 2025 when the ships move to the Carnival Cruise Line fleet, Carnival Adventure and Carnival Encounter cruises will be able to be booked through Carnival Cruise Line

    When will my booking on Carnival Adventure™ or Carnival Encounter™ be moved over to Carnival Cruise Line’s booking system?

    Bookings on Carnival Adventure and Carnival Encounter will be moved over to Carnival Cruise Line's booking system in March 2025. Guests and travel agents will be emailed when this occurs to let them know how they can access and manage their bookings.

    When will I be able to check-in for my cruise on Carnival Adventure™ or Carnival Encounter™?

    Bookings on Carnival Adventure and Carnival Encounter can currently be managed in Cruise Control on the P&O Cruises Australia website. From March 2025, guests will be able to manage their bookings via the Carnival Cruise Line website

    Will the onboard currency change to USD when the ships become Carnival Adventure™ and Carnival Encounter™?

    No. Just like the other Australian based Carnival Cruise Line ships, the currency onboard Carnival Adventure and Carnival Encounter will be Australian dollars.

    Byron Beach Club

    Will Carnival Adventure™ and Carnival Encounter™ continue to have Byron Beach Club?

    Yes, Byron Beach Club will be remaining on both ships. Guests booked in all Suites and M1 & MA mini suites (as booked through P&O Cruises Australia) will continue to receive access to Byron Beach Club. Please note that when the ships join Carnival Cruise Line, the names of the room categories will be changed to bring them in line with the other Carnival ships. This means that all mini suites will be renamed to Ocean Suites, however those that have access to Byron Beach Club will have ‘Byron’ in the category name. 

    When will I be able to check-in for my cruise on Carnival Adventure™ or Carnival Encounter™?

    Bookings on Carnival Adventure and Carnival Encounter can currently be managed in Cruise Control on the P&O Cruises Australia website. From March 2025, guests will be able to manage their bookings via the Carnival Cruise Line website

    Accommodation Options

    Will there be any changes to accommodation options on Pacific Adventure® and Pacific Encounter® when they join Carnival Cruise Line?

    When the ships join Carnival Cruise Line the names of the room categories will be changed to bring them in line with the other Carnival ships. This will mean that all mini suites will be renamed to Ocean Suites, and those that have access to Byron Beach Club will have ‘Byron’ in the category name.

    Dining and food

    Will Carnival Adventure™ and Carnival Encounter™ have free pizza like the other Carnival ships?

    When the ships join Carnival Cruise Line, free pizza will be served from Deck 7 between 11am and 4pm daily.

    Will Carnival Adventure™ and Carnival Encounter™ have free soft-serve like the other Carnival ships?

    Carnival Adventure and Carnival Encounter won’t be getting Swirls soft-serve. New Zealand Natural will continue to be on both ships when they join Carnival Cruise Line, offering a great selection of ice cream, shakes and sundaes (fees apply).

    Are any of the restaurants remaining onboard Carnival Adventure™ and Carnival Encounter™?

    Many of your favourite restaurants and food options from P&O Cruises Australia will be remaining, including Waterfront, Luke’s Bar & Grill, Angelo’s and Dragon Lady.

    Will Carnival Adventure™ and Carnival Encounter™ have free burgers like the other Carnival ships?

    Carnival Adventure and Carnival Encounter will not be getting the included burger dining option that is available on some Carnival ships. However, Carnival Adventure and Carnival Encounter will continue to have Luke’s Burger Bar onboard offering mouth-watering burgers, salad and hot dogs. Please note that Luke’s Burger Bar is not included in the cruise fare.

    Will Carnival Adventure and Carnival Encounter have the Carnival drink packages? What happens if I have pre-purchased a P&O drinks package? ?

    If you have purchased a P&O drinks package, the product will be unchanged. We are in the process of finalising future drink packages for Carnival Adventure and Carnival Encounter. Watch this space for an announcement in early 2025.

    Kids and Families

    Will there be any changes to Kids Clubs when the ships join Carnival Cruise Line?

    The onboard Kids Club programs on Carnival Adventure™ and Carnival Encounter™ will be updated to Carnival’s youth program Camp Ocean, and teen programs Circle “C” and Club O2. Carnival’s Turtles program will also be available on both ships where children under two years of age are welcome to join in Camp Ocean activities during specific times. Parents will have the option to leave their under two year olds in the care of youth staff for a fee, or they can stay with the child and use the facilities at no charge.

    Will Carnival Adventure™ and Carnival Encounter™ have Build-A-Bear workshops?

    Build-A-Bear Workshops at Sea will take place on Carnival Adventure and Carnival Encounter cruises (charges apply).

    Will Carnival’s Conga for Kids initiative be on Carnival Adventure™ and Carnival Encounter™?

    Yes, just like on Carnival’s other two Australian based ships, Carnival Adventure and Carnival Encounter will have ‘Conga for Kids’ on cruises 7 nights or more.

    Onboard Activities and entertainment

    What will the theme nights be on Carnival Adventure™ and Carnival Encounter™?

    Both Carnival Adventure and Carnival Encounter will be getting Carnival theme nights, including the electrifying 80s Rock ‘n’ Glow, Silent White-Hot Night, and Elegant Evenings.

    Is P&O Edge Adventure Park staying on both Carnival Adventure™ and Carnival Encounter™?

    Yes, the Edge Adventure Park™ will be remaining on both ships, offering heart-pumping experiences and breath-taking views (charges apply). Any Edge Adventure Park passes purchased pre-cruise with P&O Cruises Australia for a Carnival Adventure or Carnival Encounter cruise will be transferred over to the Carnival Cruise Line booking system in March 2025.

    Is Blanc de Blanc Uncorked continuing on Carnival Adventure™ and Carnival Encounter™?

    Yes, this award-winning show direct from Strut & Fret Las Vegas will be continuing, providing you with the opportunity to watch the finest cabaret and acrobatic talent from around the world, combined with risqué humour, opulence and edge of your seat theatre (charges apply).

    Are the Twin Racer Waterslides staying on Carnival Adventure™ and Carnival Encounter™?

    When the ships join Carnival, you’ll still be able to race your friends on the twin racer waterslides, although the slides will be getting a new name, so watch this space!

    Shore excursions

    What will happen to my pre-purchased shore tour booked through P&O Cruises for my Carnival Adventure™ or Carnival Encounter™ cruise™?

    The shore tour program will be staying the same when the ships move to Carnival Cruise Line. Any shore tours purchased pre-cruise with P&O Cruises Australia for a Carnival Adventure or Carnival Encounter cruise will be transferred over to the Carnival Cruise Line booking system in March 2025.

    Medical, Mobility, Dietary and other Needs

    Will I need to add my dietary requirements again when my booking is moved over to Carnival Cruise Line?

    Any information provided on your booking (to P&O Cruises Australia) about dietary requirements will be passed over to Carnival Cruise Line, however you should reconfirm your requirements with the Maître D or head waiter when you get onboard.

    Will I need to add my medical, mobility or accessibility requirements again when my booking is moved over to Carnival Cruise Line?

    Any information provided on your booking (to P&O Cruises Australia) about medical, mobility or accessibility requirements will be passed over to Carnival Cruise Line. You can also find out more information about medical needs and accessibility on the Carnival Cruise Line Website. Please note that Carnival Cruise Line, including their Guest Access team, will not be able to access your booking details until mid-March 2025. Before this date you can continue to contact P&O Cruises Australia on 13 24 94(AU) / 0800 78 0716(NZ).

    Will Carnival Adventure™ and Carnival Encounter™ have KultureCity support measures for guests with sensory and cognitive needs?

    As part of Carnival Cruise Line’s certification by KultureCity, guest-facing crew on both ships, including the Guest Services team and Youth Staff, will be trained to understand and help guests with sensory/cognitive needs. Complimentary KultureCity Sensory Bags will also be available on both ships (availability is on a first-come, first-serve basis). More details are available on the Carnival Website. Please note that Carnival Cruise Line, including their Guest Access team, will not be able to access your booking details until mid-March 2025. Before this date you can continue to contact P&O Cruises Australia on 13 24 94(AU) / 0800 78 0716(NZ).

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    Loyalty

    Will my past cruises with P&O Cruises Australia earn me Carnival Very Important Fun Person (VIFP) Club points

    Princess Captain Circle program - Any past cruises you have taken with P&O Cruises Australia (prior to March 25) will count towards your Princess points and will not count towards Carnival VIFP Club points.

    Carnival Adventure™ and Carnival Encounter™ will earn VIFP points and you will be able to access the exclusive deals and perks on these cruises with your VIFP Club membership.

    Will I be able to access Carnival VIFP Club perks on Carnival Adventure™ and Carnival Encounter™ cruises?

    Yes, Carnival Very Important Fun Person (VIFP) Club members will be able to access VIFP Club perks on all Carnival Adventure and Carnival Encounter departures.

    How can I add my VIFP number into my booking for Carnival Adventure™ or Carnival Encounter™?

    When your booking on Carnival Adventure or Carnival Encounter is moved over to the Carnival booking system at the end of March 2025, if you already have a VIFP number and have used the same contact details on your booking as your VIFP membership, your existing VIFP number will likely be assigned to your booking automatically. From mid-March 2025, you’ll also be able to contact Carnival Cruise Line on 13 31 94 (AU) / 0800 442 095 (NZ) to check if your VIFP number is on your booking.

    Email Communications

    I AM OPTED IN TO RECEIVE PROMOTIONAL OFFERS FROM P&O CRUISES. WHY AM I NOW ALSO RECEIVING PROMOTIONAL EMAILS FROM CARNIVAL CRUISE LINE?

    To help familiarise you with the Carnival Cruise Line brand and to keep you in the loop on what’s happening with Pacific Adventure® and Pacific Encounter® as they transition to Carnival Cruise Line, Carnival will be sending special offers and other marketing communications to guests who are opted in to receive offers from P&O Cruises Australia. When you subscribed to receive promotional offers from P&O Cruises Australia, you also consented to receiving promotional material from P&O’s sister brands. This is outlined within the P&O Cruises Australia Privacy Policy and E-deal sign-up Privacy Collection Notice. You can unsubscribe from any brand individually or all brands at any time. See further below on instructions on how to unsubscribe.

    HOW CAN I OPT OUT OF RECEIVING OFFERS AND OTHER COMMUNICATIONS FROM CARNIVAL CRUISE LINE?

    If you would like to opt out from receiving promotional offers from Carnival Cruise Line, simply select the unsubscribe link at the bottom of any email from Carnival Cruise Line.

    Alternatively, send an email to optout@carnivalaustralia.com and advise whether you would like to opt out of promotional offers from all brands or specific brands only.

    I’VE STARTED RECEIVING SPECIAL OFFERS FROM CARNIVAL CRUISE LINE. DOES THIS MEAN I AM ALSO NOW SIGNED UP TO THE VIFP CLUB?

    When you receive emails from Carnival Cruise Line, you will be assigned a VIFP Club number. This number can be used to access personalised offers via the Carnival Cruise Line website. Please note that until the transition of P&O Cruises Australia to Carnival Cruise Line in March 2025, bookings for Carnival Adventure™ and Carnival Encounter™ can only be made through P&O Cruises Australia, and VIFP offers cannot yet be accessed on these cruises.