After a lot of searching I have a suggestion for peoples thoughts. I still like the idea of the Celebrity Edge cruise I eluded to in Post #7 however as that's not until November 2025 I am just trying to put something in place a bit earlier.
Crown Princess
25th January 2025 (4 nights)
Sydney - Hobart - Sydney
In post #9 RooFlyer offered cheap tours of Hobart.
It's the Australia Day long weekend so people may have more availability.
Prices are reasonable.
Prices from the Princess web site:
Solo:
Interior Sold out
Oceanview $1317
Balcony $1953
Mini Suite $2106
Suite $3283
Two people:
Interior $700pp
Oceanview $800pp
Balcony $900pp
Mini Suite $1200pp
Suite $1800pp
A plus package cost $65pp per day and includes:
Wi-Fi (1 device per guest)
Plus Beverage Package
(15 drinks up to $22 each)
Unlimited juice bar
Premium desserts (2 per day)
Fitness classes (2 per cruise)
NEW 2 casual dining meals per guest
NEW OceanNow® delivery
NEW Room service delivery
Both people must get the drinks package if you decide to get it.
If in doubt about the package just book without it and add it later.
There is also a premium package for an extra $30pp per day but personally I cannot see the value.
Military or Ex military would be given a $50 on board credit (OBC) and Carnival Corporation Shareholders would also get a $50 OBC.