Island Fruits New Zealand Exploration Gay Group Cruise 2025 with Points of Difference Travel & Events

1 Nov – 13 Nov 2025

Explore and restore yourself on a relaxed luxury resort at sea.

  • Round trip departing Sydney 1st November 2025
  • A fun and friendly hosted Gay Group onboard a standard Celebrity Cruises’ sailing
  • 5 ports of call and 3 stunning ‘sounds’ to explore
  • 5 sea days to indulge yourself onboard
  • 12 nights of excitement, connection, relaxation, gourmet dining (all meals included) … and cruising!
  • Freestyle Fares start from just AUD$336 per person per day twin share with our “Gay Layer” of extras!

Ready to come cruising?

Looking for a fun, safe vacation close to home? Want to explore stunning coastal cities by day and indulge in the best dining afloat by night? Ready to restore yourself with a touch of luxury?

Join us in November 2025 as we return to Aotearoa, “The Land Of The Long White Cloud,” for the second Island Fruits New Zealand Exploration. This 12-night gay group cruise departs from Sydney, offering modern luxury and premium experiences.

Ports of call include:

  • Milford Sound
  • Doubtful Sound
  • Dusky Sound
  • Dunedin
  • Christchurch
  • Tauranga
  • Napier
  • Auckland
  • Bay of Islands

Why choose our group?

  • Safety & Comfort: Travel with confidence in a welcoming and inclusive environment.
  • Connection & Fun: Make lasting friendships with like-minded people.
  • Exclusive Experiences: Enjoy our “Gay Layer” of fabulous extras, worth over $900, including our infamous Pop-Up Pirate bar!
  • Cruise Director: Your group will be led by onboard host and Company Director, Adam Bold, helping you “navigate” your cruise holiday, ensuring every moment is memorable!


Inclusions

Unlike other cruising experiences, we’ve added more value to your cruise by including a drinks package and other benefits in your fare. To get the best bang for your buck, why not upgrade to a Premium Drinks experience and enjoy all the Martini Bar has to offer, plus barista coffees and more! Our “all-inclusive fares” include the following perks …


  • Classic Beverage Package: Choose from an incredible array of beers, spirits, cocktails, liqueurs, frozen drinks, wines by the glass, sodas, juices, and bottled water. Plus, there’s over 100 different brands of vodka on board! Cheers!

  • You can also opt to upgrade to the Premium Beverage Package with an additional charge.


  • Wi Fi: We know staying in touch is important, so we’ve included internet access for all guests. Browse the web, check email, and text using messaging apps. Keep up to date with the group via our private WhatsApp chat and our mobile itinerary app. Plus take advantage of meeting new people via those helpful “dating” apps.
  • Service Charges: We know tipping can be confusing and a bother, so Celebrity has got you covered. Your Food & Beverage services all include gratuities. Just sit back and relax while we make your vacation as memorable as possible. You can provide additional tipping if you think the service warrants it, but the basics are all covered! Note that gratuities do apply to other services onboard like spa treatments.
  • Not a big drinker? No problem! We also have “Freestyle Fares ” without the above inclusions, so you can save and have control over what you need when you need it. Both passengers sharing a stateroom need to be on the same fare. But please take note, someone will need a basic wifi package so you can be kept up to date with any group itinerary changes etc.

Cruising with us and Celebrity Cruises is unlike anything else — elevated, intimate, and unforgettable.

Enjoy the perfect blend of thoughtful service, exciting variety, and exclusive experiences.

Nothing comes close to the experiences, staff, and ship you’ll discover cruising with us!

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