Maritime Thunder Escapade – Sydney Ocean Run

About this cruise

3 nights, 0 ports, one very easy decision. This one heads out of Sydney on January 7, 2028 and visits open waters. No ports on this one. It's 2 days of open ocean, the ship, and nothing else. That's the whole point. As for the ship itself, Anthem of the Seas takes the food seriously, with 15 restaurants to choose from. 7 are included, and the rest are worth the splurge. If you like having options (restaurants, bars, activities, entertainment), a big ship delivers that. Pro tip: fly in the day before. Sydney has plenty to offer, and you'll board relaxed instead of rushed. The timing adds to it: swapping cold weather for sunshine and sea air is the whole pitch for a winter cruise. Good route, good ship, good timing. It all lines up.