Cruise in early February?

Just wondering what others think about this? I had a booking for this November which I changed to another sailing in Feb as it was a great deal. It is a 10 day cruise to New Caledonia and Vanuatu (5 ports) and only $60 per person per day. I just found out this is the peak of the rainy season. I am concerned about not being able to enjoy the ports as much as well as a possible increase in seasickness due to rough weather. I have only paid the deposit. Would you cancel?

You really can't tell. I will say that February will be a lot hotter and more humid particularly around the islands.

Our next cruise is to PNG in February as well but that particular itinerary visiting 7 ports is only offered then so that's when we are going.

I wouldn't cancel if a got a good deal especially if you are on one of the lower decks. Take seasick bands and some Travelcalm, and also some disposable ponchos in case of rain and have a good time.

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There is also the possibility of cyclones. Both times during visits to New Zealand and to Australia, both in early March, there were cyclones to the north. Do some due diligence

I'm curious if you did end up booking?

I am booked on Explorer for 4th February to South Pacific.

I would tend to say cyclones can happen at anytime from January through to the end of March.

February will be a good time though because it will be very warm and school holidays would have just finished.

My cruise from Brisbane to Papeete in 2102 starting late January was weather challenged. 3 cyclones and an earthquake (Vanuatu) caused many missed ports and delays. We weren't even supposed to be in Port Vila - we had to get away from a cyclone. It's the same as asking about a Caribbean cruise this week!

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