32 Tips & Things to Know Before a Carnival Encounter Cruise from Brisbane (Previously P&O Pacific)

Hi Travellers and welcome to this weeks addition bringing you my top tips and best things to know when travelling on , or Carnival Encounter Cruise (Previously P&O Pacific), leaving from Brisbane in Queensland. Which travels to places like Airlie Beach, Cairns, Fiji, Vanuatu, Noumea, and New Guinea. Click here for More info and Map of Cruise Schedules: https://aquariustraveller.com/carnival-encounter-cruise-review/ This video focuses more on what you need to know before booking your cruise, while you're travelling onboard the cruise and any other helpful tips and hints to help make the most of your cruise, save you money and make use of your time. As mentioned in the video for other resources: Please see a list of Brisbane hotels, closest to the Airport (which is also close to the Brisbane Cruise Terminal departure location) https://aquariustraveller.com/closest-hotels-to-brisbane-airport/ If you need help looking for things to do in Airlie Beach: https://youtu.be/1Bk_QBzJ_SU Watch this video if you need help finding things to do in Cairns: https://youtu.be/7aRkqvFqVgk ________________________________ 🔸🔸 Need Help Planning your trip ? 🔸🔸 Get started by clicking the Affiliate links to your favourite brands and help me bring future content to the Channel. 🛏️ Accommodation Deals on 'Booking.com'- https://booking.stay22.com/aquarius/YDLVOf0wNQ . 📸 Tours or Activities on ‘Get Your Guide’- https://www.getyourguide.com/?partner_id=G4E1VCA&utm_medium=online_publisher&cmp=YTNeedHelp . 📸 Tours or Activities on ‘Viator’- https://www.viator.com/?pid=P00074845&mcid=42383&medium=link&campaign=YTNeedHelp . 🚗 Hire a car with ‘Discover Cars’- https://aquariustraveller.com/recommends/carhire . 📱Stay Connected with 'Airalo' ESim Data Plans - https://aquariustraveller.com/recommends/esim _________________________________ Click my blog link below to book a One-on-One consultation call with “Chris the Aquarius Traveller”, to get your questions answered and personalised help. https://aquariustraveller.com/travel-consulting-services/ Thanks for your support in watching todays video and don't forget to subscribe. Chris Sign up for my FREE Travel tips and regular newsletters: https://aquariustraveller.com/subscribe/ Chapter Content: 00:00 - Top Tips and Things to know P&O Pacific/Carnival Encounter Cruise from Brisbane 00:50 - Book Early for the Best Deals 02:07 - Check Weather Patterns 03:17 - How to Choose the Best Cabin? 05:05 - Can you bring Electrical Items? 05:41 - Should you purchase a Drinks Package? 06:49 - Do you need a Wi-fi Package? 08:00 - What's included in your Cruise? 09:04 - Is Travel Insurance Essential? 10:07 - What should you pack for the Cruise? 11:39 - Is Sea Sickness a big issue? 12:43 - Should you arrive the Day before your cruise? 13:15 - Online Check-in Process & Luggage Tags 14:24 - Checking in at Terminal & Security process 15:50 - Do you need to book your Dining tables? 16:28 - Attending the Sailaway Party 17:24 - What are the Included Restaurants like? 19:00 - Using the Lifts Vs Stairs? 19:25 - Bars & Casual Dining Spots 20:24 - Are the Bathrooms Good? 20:49 - How to Use the Phone App Features? 21:45 - Purchasing Cruise Photos? 22:14 - How to Plan your Days? 24:17 - How Many Pools are there? 25:05 - How does the Tendering work? 26:06 - Budgeting for Shore Excursions 27:15 - Formal and Theme Nights? 27:55 - Always use Hand Sanitizer 28:18 - How to use the Casino? 29:11 - Knowing Cruise Etiquette 30:12 - Understand the Cruise Ship Layout 30:47 - Loyalty Programs 31:42 - Relax and Enjoy the Encounter Cruise 32:37 - My Overall Review on the Carnival Encounter Cruise? #carnivalcruise #carnivalencounter #encountercruise #cruiseaddict #cruiselife Equipment Used: GoPro Hero 11 Black Insta360 X3 Olympus OMD E-M10 111 DJI Mini SE Drone Samsung A55 Editing Software - Davinchi Resolve 19 Studio Note: Video footage featured today can't be used without prior consent by Chris Fry/Aquarius Traveller. But, please email me direct for any sales or copyright licencing queries. Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, I may earn a small commission. Music is not my own and credited to the owner