My partner and I were first time cruisers. We were given the cruise as a present (Lucky! I know!) and we went feeling unsure of whether it would be something we would enjoy.
We were all so excited seeing the massive ship at the docks in Sydney and service staff were incredible in allowing us to embark ahead of time due to my mother's ill health.
Lining up at customs looked like it would take forever but was surprisingly quick. Everything was super organised, took your picture, explained and linked your cruise cards and then we were boarding the ship!.
Sydney was embarkation port and was great.
So many bright and colourful fish, friendly locals and lovely beach
Unfortunately this port was raining! But we still had a fun time snorkelling.
AQWA is better.