About The Trip

Get ready to CELEBRATE YOU with a bucket-list adventure Down Under! ✨

The GLG BASH™: November Birthday, Anniversary & Milestone Cruise invites you to trade ordinary celebrations for unforgettable memories aboard Carnival Encounter. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, anniversary, personal milestone, retirement, friendship, or simply life itself — this is your sign to pack your bags and experience Australia’s breathtaking Great Barrier Reef region with your GLG family.

From tropical beaches and coastal escapes to ocean views and onboard fun, this cruise blends relaxation, adventure, and celebration into one unforgettable getaway.

Why Join This BASH™

🌊 Experience the Great Barrier Reef region — one of the world’s most iconic natural wonders.

🇦🇺 Explore Australia’s Queensland coast with stops featuring tropical landscapes, beaches, and unforgettable excursions.

🎉 Celebrate your milestone your way — birthdays, anniversaries, achievements, or your “just because I deserve it” moment.

💃 Travel with your GLG community — make new friends, create memories, and enjoy the journey together.

🚢 Enjoy everything Carnival Encounter offers — from dining and entertainment to pools, shows, activities, and relaxation onboard

🎉 Celebrate your moment

🌴 Escape somewhere beautiful

🥂 Meet like-minded travelers

📸 Create unforgettable memories

✨ Enjoy your getaway your way

✨ Want to be celebrated?

We'll create special BASH moments for you.

✨ Prefer to keep it private?

Enjoy the trip your way.

Everyone belongs.

Step aboard Carnival Encounter® and experience the ultimate blend of Aussie hospitality, high-energy fun, and tropical relaxation sailing straight out of Brisbane! Designed specifically for vibrant ocean getaways, this ship features world-class dining at venues like Angelo's Italian, Dragon Lady Asian fusion, and celebrity chef Luke Mangan’s Luke’s Bar & Grill, alongside non-stop thrills at the Edge Adventure Park zipline and waterslides. Whether you are soaking up the views at the adults-only Oasis Retreat, catching live comedy at The Punchliner, or kicking back in your private balcony stateroom, Carnival Encounter® offers an unforgettable home at sea as you sail toward the Great Barrier Reef.

Onboard Activities & Entertainment

• Edge Adventure Park: High-energy outdoor thrills including ziplining (flying fox), rock climbing, abseiling, and walking the plank.

• Pools & Relaxation: 4 swimming pools, multiple whirlpool spas, and waterslides.

• Adults-Only Sanctuary: The Oasis Retreat for adult relaxation, plush lounge seating, and ocean views.

• Byron Beach Club: An exclusive top-deck retreat featuring a private pool, whirlpools, private bar, and dedicated lounge seating (exclusive to Byron Beach Suite guests).

• Nightlife & Shows: Live comedy at The Punchliner Comedy Club, Playlist Productions stage shows, dive-in poolside movies, live music venues, and themed deck parties.

• Youth & Teen Programs: Dedicated kids' clubs and hangout spaces for all age groups.

Great Barrier Reef Cruise Itinerary

Sailing Dates: November 21, 2027 – November 27, 2027 (6 Days)

Departure / Return Port: Brisbane, Australia

Overview

Set sail from Brisbane on an incredible 6-day tropical escape to the Great Barrier Reef! Experience scenic ocean cruising past Willis Island, discover lush rainforests and reef adventures in Cairns, and relax on the idyllic beaches of Airlie Beach and the Whitsundays.

Day-by-Day Schedule

• Day 1: Sun, Nov 21, 2027 — Brisbane, Australia

  • Arrival: — | Departure: 03:00 PM

  • Board the ship in Brisbane, settle into your stateroom, and join the onboard sailaway party as we head north into tropical Queensland.

Day 2: Mon, Nov 22, 2027 — Fun Day At Sea

• Arrival: — | Departure: —

• Unwind and explore everything on board! Soak up the sun poolside, enjoy world-class entertainment, and connect with fellow travelers.

Day 3: Tue, Nov 23, 2027 — Willis Island (Onboard Experience)

• Arrival: 01:00 PM | Departure: 02:00 PM

• Enjoy a unique scenic cruising experience past Willis Island, an external Australian territory home to a meteorological station and thousands of nesting seabirds.

Day 4: Wed, Nov 24, 2027 — Cairns, Australia

• Arrival: 07:00 AM | Departure: 04:00 PM

• The ultimate gateway to the Great Barrier Reef! Take a snorkeling excursion to outer reef pontoons, ride the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, or explore Cairns Esplanade.

Day 5: Thu, Nov 25, 2027 — Airlie Beach, Australia

• Arrival: 09:00 AM | Departure: 06:00 PM

• Gateway to the Whitsunday Islands. Swim in coastal lagoons, take a catamaran ride to Whitehaven Beach, or browse local seaside boutiques.

Day 6: Fri, Nov 26, 2027 — Fun Day At Sea

• Arrival: — | Departure: —

• A final relaxing day on the ocean. Treat yourself to spa pampering, indulge in signature dining, and celebrate our last night at sea.

Day 7: Sat, Nov 27, 2027 — Brisbane, Australia

• Arrival: 07:00 AM | Departure: —

• Return to Brisbane for disembarkation after a memorable Australian reef adventure.

Stateroom Options

🛏 Interior Stateroom

Starting from approximately $598 per person (double occupancy)

A cozy and comfortable option for travelers who plan to spend most of their time exploring the ship and destinations.

🌅 Ocean View Stateroom

Starting from approximately $675 per person (double occupancy)

Wake up with natural light and enjoy ocean views from your private window.

🌊 Balcony Stateroom

Starting from approximately $830 per person (double occupancy)

Enjoy your own private outdoor space with fresh ocean air and beautiful views as you sail through Australia’s coastline.

✨ Suite Option

Starting from approximately $1,118 per person (double occupancy)

Upgrade your celebration with extra space, comfort, and premium touches.

(Pricing is based on double occupancy and may change.)

What’s Included

✅ 6-night cruise aboard Carnival Encounter
✅ Accommodations in your selected stateroom category
✅ All meals onboard (main dining, buffet, casual dining options)
✅ Entertainment, shows & onboard activities
✅ Pools, fitness center & ship amenities
✅ Port visits and cruise experience
✅ GLG BASH™ celebration experience
✅ Opportunity to connect with fellow travelers celebrating life’s special moments

What’s Not Included

❌ Flights to/from Australia
❌ Hotel before or after cruise (if needed)
❌ Airport transfers
❌ Travel insurance
❌ Shore excursions
❌ Specialty dining
❌ Alcoholic beverages & personal purchases
❌ Spa services
❌ Gratuities (if applicable)

Browse all available excursions here:
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Passports: Strongly recommended (must be valid 6 months past return date).

Official State ID + Birth Certificate accepted for US citizens on closed-loop cruises.

Refund Policy: Deposits are subject to Carnival group policy and non-refundable.

Travel insurance is highly recommended to protect your trip investment.

Double Occupancy: Rates shown are based on double occupancy.

Single, triple, or quad rates are available upon request

Is this only for birthdays?

No! Celebrate anything—or simply yourself.

Do I have to participate in activities?

No. Enjoy the trip at your own pace.

Do I have to announce my celebration?

Absolutely not. Everyone celebrates differently.

REAL TRIPS. REAL MEMORIES.
Authentic moments from the journeys our travelers have shared with us.