80's cruise 2023 auckland

80s Party Cruise

$ 752 price per person (nzd), embrace the big hair, fluro gear and get ready to bust out the 80's moves on this fantastic p&o cruises "80's theme", party cruise direct from auckland.

80's Party Cruise

Pacific Explorer

From $ 752 Price Per Person (NZD)

Sweet Dreams are made of this, join us for the funkiest 80's party at sea. Embrace the Big Hair, Fluro Gear and get ready to Bust out the 80's moves for this fantastic P&O Cruises "80's Theme" party cruise direct from Auckland .

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* 3 Night Pacific Explorer 80's Party at Sea cruise roundtrip from Auckland in your choice of stateroom

* All main meals in a choice of dining venues

 * World class entertainment, Shows, Live 80's music, Shiny Disco balls, 80's Karaoke & more

* Theme Parties, Comedy shows & more

* Daily Onboard Gratuities/Service charge

* All port taxes and applicable government charges

20 Sep 2024 AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND CHECK IN STARTS AT 1200PM Welcome on board for an early lunch, explore the ship and join in the fun of the embarkation day treasure hunt with a chance to win some fantastic onboard prizes. Tease up the hair, get the Fluro read for our big 80's Music sailaway party as you leave the city of sails Cruise Departs Auckland approx 6:00 pm 21 Sep 2024 80'S PARTY AT SEA, Enjoy our 80's Music Events, or just relax and enjoy the fantastic onboard facilities on Pacific Explorer. for tonight we are going to party like it's 1985. During the day test your 80’s music knowledge at the Funtastic trivia 22 Sep 2024 80's PARTY AT SEA. Enjoy more 80's Music fun, 80’s trivia and another day to take advantage of the fantastic facilities, activities and options on board Join our farewell to the 80's party with lots more funky music ready to entertain you 23 Sep 2024 AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND 7:00 am Disembark after breakfast

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It's time to embrace the Big Hair, Fluro Gear and Bust out the 80's moves for this fantastic P&O Cruises "80's Theme" cruise direct from Auckland in November...

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P&O Australia offers 80's themed cruises that are a perfect vacation option for anyone who loves the music, fashion, and pop culture of the 1980s. These cruises are designed to take passengers back in time to the decade of big hair, neon colors, and iconic music.

P&O Australia's 80's themed cruises typically depart from Sydney or Brisbane and visit popular destinations in the South Pacific, such as New Caledonia, Vanuatu, and Fiji. Along with offering a range of on-board activities and amenities, such as multiple dining options, swimming pools, and spas, these cruises feature live performances by top 80's tribute bands and DJs, as well as themed parties and events.

Passengers on P&O Australia's 80's themed cruises can enjoy a variety of activities and events that celebrate the music, fashion, and pop culture of the 1980s. These may include dance parties, karaoke nights, trivia contests, and even costume contests where passengers can dress up in their favorite 80's fashion and hairstyles.

Whether you're a fan of 80's pop, rock, or new wave music, a P&O Australia 80's themed cruise is sure to provide a fun and nostalgic vacation experience. So dust off your leg warmers, tease up your hair, and get ready to dance the night away on a P&O Australia 80's themed cruise.

80s-themed cruise: A blast to the past with P&O’s high-sea adventure

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This 80s-themed cruise by P&O lets passengers line up in colorful 80s attire, complete with neon colors, side ponytails, and parachute tracksuits, ready to relive the vibrant era. Photo / Supplied

Frankie says relax... onboard an 80s-themed high-sea adventure with P&O Cruises. Melinda Healy dons her legwarmers and gives it a whirl.

Rocking up anywhere in daylight hours decked out in 80s gear can be a daunting proposition, perhaps even more so in 2023 when neon is so not a thing.

Uber drivers across Brisbane are no doubt provided with their entertainment for the day, and as the cohort of lairy 80-inspired passengers come into sight the fear of embarrassment swiftly turns to excitement.

It’s a blue-sky Saturday that’s ideal for cruising and the Brisbane International Cruise Terminal is a sea of parachute tracksuits, side ponytails, body suits, legwarmers, and neon as far as the eye can see; passengers lined up for “their right to … paaartay”. See what I did there?

Laughter fills the air from he lively crowd, some of whom have taken adopting the 80s as far as dressing up as Fleetwood Mac’s frontwoman Stevie Nicks. Others are repping Aerobics Oz Style as they prepare to board the 281-metre, 998-cabin cruiser they’ll be calling home for the next three nights.

Recognising friends who have arrived separately proves the ultimate challenge, especially given the number of fluorescent wigs, big sunglasses, tie dyed shirts and leather pants going around – not the usual everyday garb these days.

Themed cruises are having a moment, with travellers opting for easy, relaxing holidays offering that added entertainment factor, whether it be a decade like the 80s or 90s, tributes to personalities like Elvis, or comedy cruises, there appears to be fun for everyone.

P&O is one of a number of companies that service the Queensland hub, and it’s obvious that P&O’s Pacific Explorer is a well-equipped to handle the fun and frivolity of the 1998 passengers now onboard.

Formerly the Dawn Princess, this vessel was built in 1997 and last refurbished in 2017. It has six pools, a casino and is bursting with restaurants , bars and public spaces ideal for 80s tragics to let their hair down and celebrate.

Simone Baker has chosen this liner for her 50th birthday celebrations, and with 18 friends and family in tow, the Mackay local who flew down from North Queensland is prepped and ready to let loose with dancing, laughing, and tunes from Cyndi Lauper, Salt n’ Pepa and Men At Work firmly in her sights.

“For us it’s about leaving the daily stresses at the dock, throwing our hands in the air and singing our hearts out ,” the marine teacher and avid cruiser tells me.

“The 80s were some of the best times of my life, it was a time when our family was living under the same roof, I was at school, such good times. It feels like I am back there, it’s such a great feeling!

“From the time we arrived at the terminal cars were beeping with people yelling out ‘love your outfit’.”

A group ranging in age between 34 and 75, Simone and her crew are in their element, throwing themselves into it, no energy spared.

A big chunk of the appeal of P&O’s 80s cruises is the non-stop fun factor. Passengers can do as much or as little as they like, the most dedicated of them lining up for not only the Neon Sailaway and 80s Icons nights but also the Totally Awesome Costume Party, which is just as crazy and outrageous as it sounds.

If that’s not enough, there are feature performances to sing and dance to with headlining acts Tina Unleashed, The Badloves, Popsicle and the Forever 80s Band keeping the crowds entertained.

Like many of the groups on board, whether they be families or retirees, Simone’s gang didn’t shy away from the karaoke sessions or aerobics classes, some even lining up to learn the Thriller dance, while others preferred to test their trivia skills.

After 76+ hours of high 80s spirits on the high seas, even if it was just to Yeppoon and back with not much to see on the horizon apart from clear skies, ocean for miles and a few dolphins for good measure, the verdict is, in Simone’s book at least, that Girls Just Want to Have Fun and that happens Time After Time on P&O’s themed cruises.

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A Little Less Conversation and definitely no Suspicious Minds! Prepare to get All Shook Up on this three-night cruise from Sydney . With themed parties, karaoke, trivia, a movie and a concert marathon on the menu, you’ll be saying Thank You Very Much the whole time. From $539 per person twin share.

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For those who take their laughter seriously. Passengers are offered front row seats to shows by the best and brightest comedic talent from Australia and beyond. Departures from Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne , Auckland and Adelaide. From $674 per person twin share.

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P&O’s new country music-themed cruises offer an incredible range of toe-tappin’ acts, events, and experiences sure to delight country music fans of all ages and backgrounds. Pack your cowboy hat and boots and brush up on your yee-haws. Departs from Auckland. From $453 per person twin share.

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Whether its sports, comedy, music or gardening there's a themed cruise to suit everybody.

Combine your love for travel with all your other hobbies on-board a themed cruise. Check out some of the many options below including P&O's theme cruises ex Auckland for 2022, 2023 & 2024.

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3 night Country Music Cruise, Round trip from Auckland, departs 16 Aug 2024, from $706 per person in a Inside stateroom twin share Based on Value Fares as at 18Mar24, click below for live pricing & actual availability

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3 night 80's Party Theme cruise, Round trip from Auckland, departs 20 Sep 2024, from $774 per person in a Interior twin share Based on Value Fares as at 18Mar24, click below for live pricing & actual availability

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