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Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year on a Christmas cruise.

Spend an unforgettable vacation on one of our Christmas cruises, where you’ll enjoy the spirit of the season while sailing to some of the most spectacular destinations around the world.

Feast on traditional meals designed by a Michelin-starred chef—without worrying about any of the prep or cleanup. Marvel at our festive decorations, like Christmas trees covered in trimmings and tinsel that will make you feel right at home. Sing along with carolers, watch holiday-themed shows at The Theatre, and welcome Santa on board as he pays a special visit to all of the lucky kids spending Christmas at sea.

Christmas Fun for Everyone

On one of our luxury Christmas cruises, you can rest easy knowing that every member of the family will enjoy the vacation of a lifetime. Adults can schedule an indulgent afternoon at The Spa, while the kids are entertained at Camp at Sea. Teens can mingle with other teens at the Teens Club, while grandparents will love the nightly family dinners that take place in the main dining room. On Christmas Eve, watch a festive holiday show together in the theater, enjoy live holiday music, or head up to the rooftop for a Christmas-themed family movie night under the stars.

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Escape the winter chill and plan a holiday vacation to some of the sunniest destinations around the world. Build a sandman on the pristine beaches of the Caribbean. Get into the holiday spirit while sailing around Australia and New Zealand. Or spend Christmas Eve during a once-in-a-lifetime cruise around the Galapagos Islands.

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Go the extra mile and book a stay at The Retreat ® , our luxury vacation experience, where you and your family will have access to a private restaurant and lounge, a team of dedicated butlers and concierges to assist you in whatever you may need, and an array of stunning suites to choose from. 

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Christmas Holiday Voyage & Inaugural NZ Cruises 2021/2022 – Island Escape Cruises

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Island Escape Cruises are excited to announce details of our new 8 night Christmas Holiday Voyage. We have introduced lower prices and amended our payment terms for our inaugural New Zealand cruises, that depart in December 2021 and January 2022.

Christmas Holiday Voyage  We are very excited to share details of our new Christmas Holiday Voyage from Auckland to Nelson departing 19 December 2021. Imagine spending the lead up to Christmas relaxing with a glass of wine at some of New Zealand’s oldest wineries. Christmas day to be one of enjoyment, the great outdoors, luxury and over-indulging. The opportunity to discover the stunning Abel Tasman National Park and walk some of the Abel Tasman Coast Track, returning to the comfort of the brand new Island Escape at the end of a fulfilling day. These are just some of the highlights on this stunning voyage.    Prices for the 8 night Christmas Holiday Voyage start from NZD8950 per person*  Remember, there are only 17 luxury suites available on this one time voyage and and this will sell out fast.  

Bay of Islands These are 7 night summertime voyages from Auckland to the Bay of Islands. You’ll discover uninhabited sanctuary islands, watch dolphins at play, visit fascinating historic places and enjoy superb cuisine, served with endless sea views. You will discover perfect beaches, untouched native forests and fabulous walks. In terms of New Zealand’s history this region is the birthplace of our nation. Departures in December 2021. Prices from NZD6950 per person*

Northern Fiordland  These are incredible voyages through the New Zealand Fiordland National Park. With like-minded travellers, we share a world class scenery seldom visited that will often take your breath away. All the while enjoying fine gourmet dinners under the stars, the discovery of stunning beauty while paddling a kayak on the fiords, wander unexplored foreshores or simply relax on deck enjoying cocktails as you take in these outstanding world heritage site surroundings inside Fiordland. Departures January to March 2022. Prices from NZD8950 per person*

Southern Fiordland  The Southern Fiords offer a selection of some of the worlds’ most stunning scenery. Their history envelopes greats like Captain James Cook and his crew who have left behind remarkable landmarks for us to follow on our cruising through this amazing seascape. Our ship was designed for these waters and the crew will explain in detail the wonders of this Fiordland National Park. Venture ashore to explore places where few have explored before you, while returning afterwards to the comfort and luxury of your ship, Island Escape. Departures January to March 2022. Prices from NZD9950 per person*  

Fiordland and Stewart Island  Join Island Escape Cruises on this voyage taking you to the most remote and untouched part of the Fiordland World Heritage park. Enjoy the view of the steep majestic fjords carved out by glaciers over thousands of years as we slowly make our way into the very bottom of them. Watch the waterfalls cascading from the mountains and into the fiords and the lively wildlife both in the air and under water. We visit Stewart Island (Rakiura) another undiscovered tourist destination. It´s densely forested hills, many beautiful bays and golden beaches creates picturesque landscape. Stewart Island is a haven for brown kiwi which outnumber the humans on the island and are active day and night. Blue penguins and the rare yellow-eyed penguins waddle among the rocks. Departures February and March 2022. Prices from NZD9950 per person*

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Explore the natural and cultural wonders of the North and South Island of New Zealand. New Zealand cruises include cruises to Fiordland Park, Mildford Sound, the Bay of Islands and close-up views of their natural beauty. Take a 10, 11, or 12 night New Zealand cruise and enjoy the adventure the land of the long white cloud is known for. Immerse yourself in Māori culture, experience the Art Deco decadence in Napier, and cruise around some of the most picturesque places in the world. There’s a lot of things to do in New Zealand from a cruise ship.

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Christmas cruises swap stress for relaxation and you'll wake up on Christmas morning feeling as excited as you did when you were a kid. Holiday cruises can be taken through Christmas day, or slightly before if you want to stock up on gifts on one of the many Christmas markets cruises. Book early as Christmas cruises are a popular getaway to warmer environs or a winter wonderland. Don't rely on a last minute bargain at this time of year. If you have your heart set on a Christmas holiday cruise, plan ahead as you're more likely to get the best value.

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Forget peeling potatoes and stuffing a turkey, let someone else do that while you relax by the pool as you sail to the South Pacific, Caribbean or other incredible cruise destinations. Getting away from it all doesn't mean missing out on seasonal festivities as cruise lines put on special shore excursions and onboard social activities and entertainment. Christmas day onboard is a festive and fun affair, often formal dress is required for the lavish Christmas dinner. It's wonderful to have time to get glammed up on Christmas day. And as there are no dishes to wash, why not have another glass of champagne instead?

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Our Christmas cruises let you enjoy quality time with friends and family without the usual hassles and stresses of Christmas – no slaving over a hot stove or cleaning up afterwards! You can also give your vocal chords a workout with festive carolling, see the look on the kid’s faces when Santa visits with presents and enjoy delicious Christmas fare with all the trimmings for lunch and dinner on Christmas Day.

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Cruises from New Zealand in 2022

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The first cruise ships arrive back to New Zealand from mid October. A fantastic selection of cruise lines, ships & destinations, waiting for you to explore this summer

Cruises to suit all tastes, with everything from Classic Contemporary cruises, through to Luxury Expedition and Ultra Luxury All inclusive.

Don’t miss out on a Cruise from New Zealand this year, available options are listed below by departure date order Note: Cruises listed still had space at the time of this blog, there are additional cruise departures that are already sold out

16 October 2022, Princess Cruises - Majestic Princess,  4 Night cruise, Auckland, Bay of Islands, Sydney Cruise Deals from $733 per person, twin share

25 October 2022, Princess Cruises - Grand Princess 8 Night cruise, Auckland, Tauranga, Christchurch, Dunedin, Milford Sound, Sydney Cruise Deals from $1399 per person, twin share Book Now

02 December 2022, Ponant - Le Soleal, Luxury Expedition  12 Night luxury expedition cruise,  Auckland | Tauranga | Napier, | Wellington | Picton & Marlborough Sounds | Akaroa | Doubtful Sound | Milford Sound | Dunedin Luxury Cruise Deals from $12,516 per person, twin share

14 December 2022, Ponant - Le Soleal, Luxury Sub Antarctic Expedition 14 Night luxury expedition cruise,  Dunedin | Ulva | Doubtful Sound | Dusky Sound | Milford Sound | Snares Islands | Enderley Island | Musgrave Inlet, Auckland Islands | Sandy Bay, Macquarie Island | Anare Station | Campbell Island | Antipodes Island | Dunedin  Luxury Cruise Deals from $21,993 per person, twin share

18 December 2022, Windstar - Star Breeze, Small Ship Luxury   12 Night luxury small ship cruise, Auckland, Tauranga, Gisborne, Napier, Wellington, Picton & Marlborough Sounds, Oban (Stewart Island), Fiordland scenic cruising, Port Chalmers (Dunedin), Lyttelton (Christchurch)

Luxury Cruise Deals from $9687  per person, twin share

20 December 2022, Holland America - Westerdam 14 Night cruise,  Auckland | Tauranga | Napier | Kaikoura | Lyttelton (Christchurch) | Port Chalmers (Dunedin) | Hobart | Melbourne | Sydney Cruise Deals from $2594 per person, twin share

20 December 2022, Holland America - Westerdam 30 Night cruise, Auckland | Tauranga | Napier | Kaikoura | Lyttelton (Christchurch) | Port Chalmers (Dunedin) | Hobart | Melbourne | Sydney | Newcastle | Airlie Beach | Cairns | Darwin | Komodo Island | Lembar (Lombok) | Benoa (Bali) | Singapore Cruise Deals from $4060  per person, twin share

21 December 2022, Seabourn - Odyssey 16 Night Ultra Luxury cruise,  Auckland | Russell ( Bay of Islands) | Tauranga | Gisborne | Akaroa | Port Chalmers (Dunedin) | Oban (Halfmoon Bay), Stewart Island | Milford Sound | Melbourne | Phillip Island | Eden & The Sapphire Coast | Sydney Cruise Deals from $15,178 per person, twin share

22 December 2022, Viking - Viking Mars 14 Night Luxury cruise,  Auckland | Tauranga | Wellington | Christchurch | Dunedin | Hobart | Melbourne | Sydney Cruise Deals from $11,707 per person, twin share 

28 December 2022, Ponant - Le Soleal, Luxury Sub Antarctic Expedition 14 Night luxury expedition cruise, Dunedin | Ulva | Doubtful Sound | Dusky Sound | Milford Sound | Snares Islands | Enderley Island | Musgrave Inlet, Auckland Islands | Sandy Bay, Macquarie Island | Anare Station | Campbell Island | Antipodes Island | Dunedin  Luxury Cruise Deals from $21,339 per person, twin share

30 December 2022, Windstar - Star Breeze 11 Night Luxury Cruise, Lyttelton (Christchurch) | Dunedin | Dusky Sound | Doubtful Sound | Oban (Stewart Island) | Picton & Marlborough Sounds | Wellington | Napier | Gisborne | Tauranga | Auckland  Cruise Deals from $9594 per person, twin share Learn More

03 January 2023, NCL - Norwegian Spirit 12 Night cruise,  Auckland | Tauranga | Napier | Wellington | Lyttelton (Christchurch) | Dunedin | Milford Sound | Melbourne | Burnie, Tasmania | Eden | Sydney Cruise Deals from $2538 per person, twin share

04 January 2023, Silversea - Silver Muse 12 Night Ultra Luxury,  Auckland | Bay Of Islands (Paihia) | Tauranga | Napier | Wellington | Akaroa | Port Chalmers (Dunedin)| Hobart | Melbourne Cruise Deals from $15,236 per person, twin share suites

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Upgrade to a Plus Fare (for just $50 pp/day) to enjoy:

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• That's $100 pp value per day for half the price!

Or upgrade to a Premier Fare (for an extra $85 pp/day) for even more perks:

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• Wi-Fi (up to four devices per guest)
• Two specialty dining meals per guest
• Photo Package (unlimited digital + 3 prints)
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• 23 Dec 22 - Fiordland National Park
• 24 Dec 22 - Dunedin
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Brisbane roundtrip 19 Dec 2022-02 Jan 2023:

• I​nside cabin from $3,499 per person twin share*
• Oceanview cabin from $3,799 per person twin share*
• B​alcony cabin from $4,399 per person twin share*
• M​ini suite from $4,899 per person twin share*

The above pricing is based on Princess Saver Fare, fares for other dates may vary. Ask your travel advisor for up to date fares.

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Coral Princess, with more than 700 balcony staterooms, was custom built to navigate the historic Panama Canal. Be sure to try the Bayou Café and Steakhouse, which features New Orleans-inspired Cajun and Creole cuisine, join friends for cocktails and Movies Under the Stars® by the pool or try some decadent treats at the International Café.

Inside: These staterooms are the perfect place to recharge your batteries. Our most affordable option, featuring two twin beds or a queen-size bed. Other amenities include a refrigerator, hair dryer, TV, closet and bathroom with shower.

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Balcony:T his impressive stateroom offers the added indulgence of a balcony and gives you more space than a standard stateroom. Enjoy your own private outdoor space with a table, two chairs, and a relaxing view of the inspiring scenery surrounding you, whether a beautiful sunset over the ocean or a new city to explore. It’s also perfect to enjoy cocktails before dinner or a leisurely breakfast.

Mini-suite: Choose a luxurious Mini-Suite with balcony* which is substantially larger than a Balcony stateroom and receive a complimentary welcome glass of bubbly. Mini-Suites include a separate sitting area with sofa bed and two flat-panel televisions. For families or groups needing a little extra space, Mini-Suites offer an appealing and affordable option.

Suite: Surrounding you with deluxe accommodations, a spacious Suite with balcony* includes all the amenities of a Club Class Mini-Suite, plus incredible premiums. Enjoy more living space, a sofa bed and separate seating areas, and wonderfully enhanced amenities that range from priority embarkation and disembarkation to a complimentary mini-bar setup in suite and so much more.

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Christmas Day 2022 and New Year 2023

By MMDown Under , December 24, 2022 in Australia & New Zealand Cruisers

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Thinking of the Cruise Critic Family and wishing everyone all the joys of Christmas, good health and every happiness in the New Year. 

Listening to ABC Rage's Christmas music to set the scene.  Lots of snow, Santas in hot red winter suits

"How to Make Gravy", by Paul Kelly is one of my modern favourites.  The old carols and Christmas music never go out of fashion!

David Bowie and Bing Crosby sang "Drummer Boy", such a beautiful carol.  

What are your favourites, new and old?

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Greetings from Canada, fellow-commonwealth CC member.  

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year, Cruise Critic family!

A lovely Sydney night...

16 minutes ago, SilvertoGold said: Greetings from Canada, fellow-commonwealth CC member.  

Happy Christmas to you.  Is your Canadian Christmas more British heritage or American?  We went to the biggest log cabin in the world in Canada one Christmas to celebrate a White Christmas.  There was no snow, nor ice skating!  However, we have been to Banff, Lake Louise and Jasper pre Christmas with snow and to Ottawa, where we watched school children play cricket on the frozen river.  . 

4 minutes ago, buchhalm said: Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year, Cruise Critic family! A lovely Sydney night...

That vista always looks magical.  Happy Christmas to you. 

Just watched the funniest Christmas video - Billy Mack - "Christmas is all Around".

44 minutes ago, MMDown Under said: Happy Christmas to you.  Is your Canadian Christmas more British heritage or American?  We went to the biggest log cabin in the world in Canada one Christmas to celebrate a White Christmas.  There was no snow, nor ice skating!  However, we have been to Banff, Lake Louise and Jasper pre Christmas with snow and to Ottawa, where we watched school children play cricket on the frozen river.  . 

Hi!  Canada is pretty much Brit when it comes to Christmas. Also a big deal is Boxing Day, which is foreign to Americans.  In Quebec the culture is very French and they love their Pere Noel and all the French food like tourtiere and anything maple. At Christmas we love trifle and mince tarts (what is it about your "meat pies" ? - I need to know before we return to Australia). We do turkey more than goose or duck.

Canada is very multicultural and many (no matter what their heritage) go out for dinner at the Chinese restaurants, which are some of the few open on Christmas Day. 

We live on the west coast and do not usually have a white Christmas. This year is different, three big dumps of snow, YVR was a disaster with 2 days of cancelled international flights, cancellations and delays.  Since you have been to the east, you know it is a really snowy, cold area!  Their Christmas is even more overboard with skating on frozen rivers very popular. In Ottawa the civil servants all skate to work in the Parliament Buildings on the Rideau Canal!     Love Banff and the lovely Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel (fairy tale castle style), which is always superbly decorated.

Glad you have seen some of Canada!  Feel welcome to return!  We'll be seeing Hobart, Melbourne and Sydney in April, but have been to Cairns and Darwin (hottest place we have ever been!!). You have a lovely, friendly country!

Have a Merry Christmas!

1 hour ago, SilvertoGold said: Hi!  Canada is pretty much Brit when it comes to Christmas. Also a big deal is Boxing Day, which is foreign to Americans.  In Quebec the culture is very French and they love their Pere Noel and all the French food like tourtiere and anything maple. At Christmas we love trifle and mince tarts (what is it about your "meat pies" ? - I need to know before we return to Australia). We do turkey more than goose or duck.   Canada is very multicultural and many (no matter what their heritage) go out for dinner at the Chinese restaurants, which are some of the few open on Christmas Day.    We live on the west coast and do not usually have a white Christmas. This year is different, three big dumps of snow, YVR was a disaster with 2 days of cancelled international flights, cancellations and delays.  Since you have been to the east, you know it is a really snowy, cold area!  Their Christmas is even more overboard with skating on frozen rivers very popular. In Ottawa the civil servants all skate to work in the Parliament Buildings on the Rideau Canal!     Love Banff and the lovely Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel (fairy tale castle style), which is always superbly decorated.   Glad you have seen some of Canada!  Feel welcome to return!  We'll be seeing Hobart, Melbourne and Sydney in April, but have been to Cairns and Darwin (hottest place we have ever been!!). You have a lovely, friendly country!   Have a Merry Christmas!

Yes I have travelled a lot in Canada.  I have travelled across by Greyhound bus and train, as well as car.  It feels very much like home with its part British heritage.  My girls worked in Canada until they were 31 when they had to leave or I think they'd still be there.  They worked on a ski resort in the East where they enjoyed the French influence and escaped all the Aussies who work on the ski fields in the West.  Then they worked in Calgary and did the Calgary Stampede.

I enjoyed a French cruise on the St Lawrence River to Magdalen Islands, as well as a cruise via Labrador and Newfoundland.  Canadians are very friendly also.  Are you cruising to Hobart, Melbourne and Sydney in April?  I'm going to the Wooden Boat Festival in Hobart in February.  

As you drive around Australia, you'll see signs "Best Pies in Australia" everywhere.  Most of our bakeries have Cornish pies, mixed pies, pasties and sausage rolls.  A hot pie, with mushy pies added, is a speciality.

1 hour ago, MMDown Under said: Yes I have travelled a lot in Canada.  I have travelled across by Greyhound bus and train, as well as car.  It feels very much like home with its part British heritage.  My girls worked in Canada until they were 31 when they had to leave or I think they'd still be there.  They worked on a ski resort in the East where they enjoyed the French influence and escaped all the Aussies who work on the ski fields in the West.  Then they worked in Calgary and did the Calgary Stampede.   I enjoyed a French cruise on the St Lawrence River to Magdalen Islands, as well as a cruise via Labrador and Newfoundland.  Canadians are very friendly also.  Are you cruising to Hobart, Melbourne and Sydney in April?  I'm going to the Wooden Boat Festival in Hobart in February.     As you drive around Australia, you'll see signs "Best Pies in Australia" everywhere.  Most of our bakeries have Cornish pies, mixed pies, pasties and sausage rolls.  A hot pie, with mushy pies added, is a speciality.

Those three ports in April, but NZ first. You have had a good taste of Canada! And your girls have really been immersed in some of our iconic tourist areas!  Come back and see the west coast!

4 hours ago, MMDown Under said: Thinking of the Cruise Critic Family and wishing everyone all the joys of Christmas, good health and every happiness in the New Year.  Listening to ABC Rage's Christmas music to set the scene.  Lots of snow, Santas in hot red winter suits "How to Make Gravy", by Paul Kelly is one of my modern favourites.  The old carols and Christmas music never go out of fashion! David Bowie and Bing Crosby sang "Drummer Boy", such a beautiful carol.   What are your favourites, new and old?

Thanks for the good wishes.

I believe we have Coca-Cola to thank for Santa and his red suit.

I thought How to Make Gravy was a a lovely song until it got flogged to death on the radio. And Little Drummer Boy has to be my least favourite carol of all, it is so boring and drones on and on. Call me the carol Grinch.

David Bowie and Christmas always reminds me of his part in the movie Merry Christmas Mr Lawrence.

Merry Christmas to all and look after your health.

Over from NZ

5 hours ago, MMDown Under said: Thinking of the Cruise Critic Family and wishing everyone all the joys of Christmas, good health and every happiness in the New Year.  Listening to ABC Rage's Christmas music to set the scene.  Lots of snow, Santas in hot red winter suits "How to Make Gravy", by Paul Kelly is one of my modern favourites.  The old carols and Christmas music never go out of fashion! David Bowie and Bing Crosby sang "Drummer Boy", such a beautiful carol.   What are your favourites, new and old?

Barnsey's new X-mas album ain't bad! Merry xmas. 

43 minutes ago, SilvertoGold said: Those three ports in April, but NZ first. You have had a good taste of Canada! And your girls have really been immersed in some of our iconic tourist areas!  Come back and see the west coast!

We have seen a lot of the West Coast also.  Vancouver Island (car and train and ferry), Sunshine Coast, 

Prince Rupert to Jasper (train).  Vancouver to the Alps (car)  I like the West Coast.

Happy Christmas everyone  It does seem (for us) strange not to have snow here in Australia but perhaps we will get to see some more when we visit Canada during August 2023 on our Coral Princess half world  5 stops in Canada  all new to us

Safe, healthy and non eventful New Year to all   Yvonne and Colin

12 minutes ago, windsor26 said: Happy Christmas everyone  It does seem (for us) strange not to have snow here in Australia but perhaps we will get to see some more when we visit Canada during August 2023 on our Coral Princess half world  5 stops in Canada  all new to us Safe, healthy and non eventful New Year to all   Yvonne and Colin

No snow in August, Yvonne - summer.  

23 minutes ago, windsor26 said: It does seem (for us) strange not to have snow here in Australia

Merry Christmas everyone.

I for one am glad to have a high of 29 degrees here for Christmas (in the Snowy Mountains).

I just watched the Canadian national news on SBS to see the big snow storms and the mass pile up on the roads. 😲

Merry Christmas everyone, hope you all have a great day.

21 minutes ago, NSWP said: Merry Christmas everyone, hope you all have a great day.  

Merry Christmas to you too 🥰 I don't post much but refer to you and the other regular Cruise Critic posters as my "internet friends" - I even know you all by name too! You've been in my thoughts and prayers with your double-whammy health issues and I sincerely wish you a safe and speedy recovery this coming year.

Just popped home from a family breakfast and pressie opening, for a few quiet moments with my feline buddy and to ready myself for the next onslaught.

Merry Christmas Les, with every good wish winging its way to you through cyber space 🤗 💕

6 hours ago, MMDown Under said: Just watched the funniest Christmas video - Billy Mack - "Christmas is all Around".

That is from one of the stories woven into the movie "Love Actually". Billy Mack is a character in the movie, acted by Bill Nighy. We watched that on Fox again last night. 

Merry Christmas all, even those who are lucky enough to be cruising today  🤢

Merry Christmas all.

16 hours ago, sewgood said: Merry Christmas everyone. I just watched the Canadian national news on SBS to see the big snow storms and the mass pile up on the roads. 😲

On the rainy west coast YVR was a disaster after the two major dumps of snow! Cancellations, delays, people waiting days, international flights cancelled for 2 days outright. Roads were impassable and bridges shut down at times because of so many accidents plugging them up.  In the east Toronto had problems and it is snow county!

aussielozzie18

Merry Christmas to all.

We had one the best weather days for Christmas Day in Sydney for years.  Had a long leisurely lunch on the deck then a late afternoon swim at the beach.  The water temp was lovely.   Our son is currently working in a ski resort in BC, Canada. Having a fabulous time.    

Hope everyone had a lovely Christmas. Very foggy this morning in Sydney, quite surreal.

This morning one of the TV stations, I think it was 9, did their weather from Redhead Beach. It was another example of not having done their research by saying it is in Newcastle. A Google check would have shown them that Redhead is a suburb of the city of Lake Macquarie.

MicCanberra

Merry Xmas all, happy boxing day as well.

1 hour ago, lyndarra said: This morning one of the TV stations, I think it was 9, did their weather from Redhead Beach. It was another example of not having done their research by saying it is in Newcastle. A Google check would have shown them that Redhead is a suburb of the city of Lake Macquarie.  

Beautiful beach.  My pet hate is when the pronunciation is wrong.  ABC has staff throughout Aust.  Surely it is easier enough to check or have it on file.  

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