P&O CRUISES has an ace line-up of tennis talent and tennis-themed onboard activities on its popular Australian Open cruise in January.
Australian Grand Slam champion Ken Rosewall will share his tips on the international tennis event and offer photo opportunities as Pacific Pearl cruises from Sydney to Melbourne, while Wimbledon and Olympic doubles champion Todd Woodbridge of the famed "Woodies" duo will host an exclusive breakfast in Melbourne as part of a tournament of onboard events lined up for the cruise.
The five-night roundtrip cruise from Sydney includes two days' admission to all the action at Melbourne Park as well as a volley of tennis-themed activities onboard including trivia, table tennis championships and Wii tennis tournaments.
The Australian Open will be screened live on the ship's giant screen for guests to watch in poolside style, while the men's and women's Australian Open trophies will also be onboard.
Departing on January 19, fares for the cruise start at $849 per person quad share including general admission and direct transfers to the National Tennis Centre for the two days.
The Australian Open cruise will be the first in P&O's Main Events calendar next year, with other offerings including Australia Day and Melbourne Cup, as well as a new cruise to the Dark Mofo festival in Hobart.
Bookings through travel agents, 132-494.
