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Turn a Long Weekend Into a Holiday With a Short Cruise

Damian O'Gallagher by Damian O'Gallagher
September 15, 2025
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You know that feeling when a long weekend pops up on the calendar and you can’t decide whether to rest, explore, or connect with loved ones? A short cruise gives you a way to do all three without the usual planning stress.

You step on board, and before you know it, you’re sharing meals with friends and family, catching a show at night, and even visiting new places. Let’s talk through how to make every hour count and stretch your long weekend into a proper little holiday.

Choose One Fun Thing to Look Forward to Each Day

It’s tempting to try everything on a cruise, especially on a short break. But picking at least one highlight each day helps you enjoy your time without feeling rushed. That could be a stage show, a comedy set, or a shore excursion. 

If you’re travelling solo, you might book time at the spa or relax in the adults-only retreat. Couples could plan an evening at the steakhouse or enjoy cocktails together, while families usually love making the waterslides, dive-in movies, or kids’ clubs the main event, giving everyone something to look forward to.

Make Meals Part of the Fun

One of the best parts of a short cruise is that most of your meals are already included in your fare. You can start the day with a sit-down breakfast, grab something quick from the buffet, pizza station, or stir-fry bar at lunch, and enjoy a full dinner in the dining room without paying extra.

If you want to change things up, you can also try one of the paid options. That might be fresh seafood, a steakhouse dinner, or even a private dining experience. By mixing what’s already included with a paid option now and then, you’ll have more variety and make each day feel a little different.

Choose the Right Room for the Best Holiday Feel

You’ll spend plenty of time out enjoying shows, waterslides, and meals, but your stateroom is where you rest and recharge so you feel refreshed and in holiday mode. This is why the room you choose matters just as much as the activities you plan.

If you want a cosy place to sleep, an interior room works well for a simple, quiet stay. You can choose a room with a window or balcony if you like waking up to the sea and having the view right there with you. 

Travelling with family? Pick connecting rooms or layouts with an extra bathroom to make sharing easier and give everyone more space.

Book Your Short Cruise Today

By the end of a short cruise, you’ll have enjoyed great food, entertainment, and time to relax without feeling like you rushed through your break. That’s what makes these trips such a good fit for long weekends. With Carnival, Australia’s leading cruise line, you can choose an itinerary that works with your time off. There are cruises from Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane, making it easy to hop aboard and kick off your next holiday.

Damian O'Gallagher

Damian O'Gallagher

Damian has been crafting compelling content for a diverse array of publications and blogs for over a decade, honing a keen ability to engage readers with vivid storytelling and insightful analysis. As the current Head of Content at Kotaku Times, Damian leads a dynamic team to deliver cutting-edge news and features that resonate with our audience and uphold the publication's reputation for journalistic excellence.

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