Royal Beach Club Lelepa & 2027–28 Australia Cruises: More Island Time with Royal Caribbean from Sydney and Brisbane

Royal Caribbean is dialling up Aussie summers in a big way, unveiling its most exciting season yet with the debut of Royal Beach Club Lelepa and a fresh 2027–28 Australia cruise lineup on Anthem of the Seas from Sydney and Voyager of the Seas from Brisbane. From October 2027 to April 2028, travellers can choose 2- to 12-night holidays across Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific – with every South Pacific sailing now including the Southern Hemisphere’s first Royal Caribbean–exclusive beach club in Vanuatu.

To explore itineraries and fares, head to Royal Caribbean’s Australia hub:
https://www.royalcaribbean.com/aus/en/australia-cruises​

Royal Beach Club Lelepa: A New-Style South Pacific Day

Opening in 2027 on Lelepa Island in Vanuatu, Royal Beach Club Lelepa is Royal Caribbean’s first exclusive cruise destination in the South Pacific and is included on every South Pacific cruise from Sydney and Brisbane from October 2027. Guests can look forward to:

• Two pristine beaches – a serene adults-only retreat and an activity-packed family beach.
• Snorkelling in clear tropical waters, plus a scenic nature trail for low-key exploring.
• 10 bars and unlimited island-style dining, with loungers, umbrellas and towels all included in the day.

Designed around the natural beauty and culture of Vanuatu, Lelepa is all about “more island time” – with everything taken care of so you can simply hop off the ship and relax.

More on the beach club concept:
https://www.royalcaribbean.com/aus/en/royal-beach-club/lelepa-vanuatu​

Anthem of the Seas from Sydney

From Sydney, Anthem of the Seas will offer 24 getaways ranging from 3 to 17 nights in summer 2027–28. Highlights include:

• 3-night escapes and South Pacific holidays, all featuring Royal Beach Club Lelepa for that “ultimate beach day.”
• 9- to 12-night New Zealand cruises taking in Wellington, Christchurch, Dunedin and Milford Sound, ideal for families chasing big scenery and culture in one trip.​
• A 9-night South Pacific Christmas cruise with Christmas Day at Royal Beach Club Lelepa, plus a New Zealand New Year sailing that sees in 2028 amid the Sounds.​
• A 17-night transpacific voyage from Honolulu to Sydney, swapping a long-haul flight for a full Pacific crossing.

Onboard, Anthem packs in favourites like RipCord by iFly, FlowRider, North Star, SeaPlex and the Olivier Award–winning musical “We Will Rock You”.

Voyager of the Seas from Brisbane

From Brisbane, Voyager of the Seas will deliver 29 holidays from 2 to 25 nights, turning Queensland into a genuine launchpad for South Pacific escapes. Expect:

• 7-night South Pacific cruises visiting Royal Beach Club Lelepa, Noumea, Lifou, Mystery Island, Port Vila and Luganville, with Christmas and New Year options.
• 4-night Whitsundays breaks to Airlie Beach and a series of short escapes, perfect for long weekends and school holidays.
• A 25-night transpacific from Seattle to Brisbane, calling at French Polynesia and Hawaii en route.

Voyager brings its own set of headline features, including FlowRider, a rock-climbing wall, glow-in-the-dark Battle for Planet Z laser tag and the ice show “Ice Odyssey,” where pro skaters bring tarot-inspired storytelling to life on the rink.

Designed for Aussie Families and Island Lovers

Gavin Smith, Royal Caribbean’s vice president and managing director for Australia and New Zealand, describes the brand as “the most trusted holiday partner in Australia” and says Lelepa is designed to take the classic South Pacific family holiday “to an entirely new level.” With more weekend departures, short getaways and longer itineraries, plus an exclusive island experience, the 2027–28 program is clearly aimed at families, couples and groups who want a seamless, all-in holiday close to home.

For full details and to book, visit:
https://www.royalcaribbean.com/aus/en/australia-cruises