If you've been thinking about a cruise, a 3, 4 or 5 night getaway is the perfect, budget friendly opportunity to test the waters.
Cast off for a few days to enjoy all the food, entertainment and fun you can handle. We guarantee you'll be back for more.
Whether you're celebrating a birthday or an anniversary, a weekend cruise if a celebration of life!
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Every meal will be the adventure of a lifetime for your tastebuds. Our talented chefs and bartenders will bring out your inner foodie.
There is nothing quite like a live show after a fun filled day. Kickback and let us entertain the socks off you.
When was the last time that you really relaxed? A visit to our Spa & Fitness centre will leave you in seventh heaven.
You will find live entertainment, dining and more. But you won't find any of that on your bill, they are all included.
Try a variety of delicious options at our international food plaza or a romantic dinner under the stars at Nouveau*.
Put your feet up in one of our spacious cabins as you sip champagne and relax in your own private sanctuary.
With 12 decks of fun, adventure and relaxation, your holiday begins before you have arrived at your destination.
Put your feet up, read a book while relaxing in a hammock at our child-free Serenity retreat.
Take the plunge on Green Thunder or zoom around tight turns on the Twister waterslide.
*Charges apply.
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'Short and sweet' takes on fresh meaning when you book a short cruise deal online at Carnival Cruise Line.
A short cruise is just that. It's no longer than five nights in duration, but can be as short as three nights. Carnival has mastered the art of short cruises with its Weekend Sampler packages and all other short cruise offerings.
Carnival's three-night Weekend Sampler packages present some exciting activities onboard. You can also choose to travel to Moreton Island on a four-night adventure or Tasmania for five fun-filled nights.
The inclusions in a short cruises are no different to those for longer voyages. All accommodation, food and onboard activities are included on every Carnival cruise deal.
You could choose to arrive at Moreton Island and splash about with the local dolphins, on board a short cruise with Carnival. There are also short cruises departing Sydney , Melbourne and Brisbane that visit places such as Hobart and historic Port Arthur.
You should definitely take a spirit of adventure and also pack your camera for capturing the magic at sea and during your port visits.
If you're bound for an international destination, your passport, which must be valid for six months after your cruise date, will also be required for day trips to your designated port.
A short cruise encompasses a three-to-five-night adventure on board a Carnival ship.
