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Tuesday, October 13, 2026

Win a Luxury 51-Night Cruise Through Central America and the Caribbean

Australian travel company My Cruises is offering a grand prize valued at over $30,000 for its 'Australasia's Number One Cruise Fan' competition.

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Win a Luxury 51-Night Cruise Through Central America and the Caribbean

A grand prize valued at more than $30,000 is up for grabs in a competition seeking "Australasia's number one cruise fan." The prize, offered by Australian travel company My Cruises, includes a 51-night voyage through Central America and the Caribbean.

The competition, part of CLIA Cruise Month, invites participants to explain in 50 words or less why they deserve the title of the ultimate cruise enthusiast. Entries are open until 11:59 p.m. AEST on October 31, 2026.

The prize voyage will travel aboard the Regatta, starting in Vancouver and concluding in Miami. The itinerary features stops in Mexico, Costa Rica, Colombia, the Cayman Islands, and St. Lucia, with a sailing through the Panama Canal.

Each port of call includes a $50 USD onshore exploration credit per stateroom, applicable to excursions focusing on highlights, local discovery, or active adventures. Potential activities include ziplining in Costa Rica, wildlife spotting during the Panama Canal transit, snorkeling with stingrays in the Cayman Islands, or exploring Cartagena, Colombia.

The prize also covers return flights from Australia to Vancouver and from Miami back to Australia, along with a bonus night in Vancouver prior to the cruise's departure. Onboard, guests will have access to dining, beverages, live music, theatre shows, and spa facilities. The sailing package includes complimentary drinks and dining, along with two specialty dining packages per person.

Popular Australian travel company My Cruises is giving one lucky winner and a guest the chance to sail the Amazon, Caribbean and Panama Canal on a 51-night voyage valued at more than $30,000*

All entrants who participate in the competition will receive a $250 voucher redeemable on new bookings made during Cruise Month. The voucher has specific terms and conditions, including an expiration date of November 16, 2026.

My Cruises, a travel brand with over 40 years of experience, is known for offering added value on trips, including hotel stays, drinks packages, specialty dining, shore excursions, and upgrades. The competition is open to Australian and New Zealand residents aged 18 and older.


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