Hello Rob and Ali, First, I stumbled across your videos a couple of days ago and have loved them, living your passion and enthusiasm. We are cruising with P&O on the Mutiny on the Bounty in October. Ali, I am plant-based, and my diet is very similar to yours. Did you find it difficult at all with the menus or asking for alternatives to suit your diet?
Hi Feri. Thanks for the comment and we hope you have a fantastic time on Mystery Island. We were there again last week and Ali got a massage which she says was well worth the money. $35 for a full body 35 min massage from Mystery Island Massage. If you wanted to do this then definitely check them out.
Thankyou for posting this video. I'm constantly watching your posts..we have booked a cruise to the Pacific again next year and Mystery Island is one of the destinations so we feel quite informed, thanks to you two.
Thanks Trudy, it really is a beautiful little island. December will be here before you know it at the rate the year is going by. Have a fantastic cruise.
I absolutely love your vlogs! You both as such an inspiration for my partner and I and we love your style and your content! Watching you both before we go on holidays is I first thing we do! We love using you both as inspiration in our channel!
Looks absolutely gorgeous. Went for a day tour to Mana Island in Fiji when I was 14 years old and this reminds me a lot of that. Beautiful white sand and crystal clear water. The only difference is that there was a single resort on the island so had a few more facilities available. The film you were thinking of I’m guessing is From Here to Eternity with that famous rolling on the beach scene with the waves coming up over them.
Hi Jason. Thanks for watching and we might have to put Mana Island on the list of places to go then. You are right, it was From Here to Eternity. Ali remembered when we got back on the ship.
@@robandalicruisetravel The main island of Fiji is hit and miss depending on where you stay. We spent first half of the vacation at the Hyatt Regency Fiji (now called The Warwick). It was a very long trip from Nadi Airport as we were the last drop off being furthest away, but it had a lagoon on it’s doorstep protected by a coral reef. The second half was spent at what was then called The Regent of Fiji which was only about 15-20 minutes from Nadi. The water at the beach was murky, but that is when we went to Mana Island for the day. The islands in Fiji are spectacular with beautiful crystal clear water. Actually, Turtle Island Resort in the Yasawa group of islands is where the 1980 film The Blue Lagoon was filmed. Unfortunately it’s quite expensive to stay there as it only has 12 bures with each having their own beach. One can dream though.
Thanks for watching Marielle. Maybe it's a sign that you should book one. There are some great deals that come up with different cruise lines. Go on, give it a go.
Thank you for reminding me how beautiful Mystery Island was and we were there on the same cruise as yourselves. We did a tour with Walking Sun Snorkelling tours over to the main island and then they set us up for the rest of day up around of the other side of the island and to the left - amazing coral there with incredible fish and a very relaxing massage.
Thanks Leisa. I think quite a lot of people went with Walking Sun. We made enquiries with them before the cruise but never booked anything as we thought we'd see what others were available on the islands. Heard nothing but good reports about them though so we might try them next time. Which tour to the main island did you do?
@robandalicruisetravel Hi, we did the school and village tour. My sister and her family are on the Luminosa again for Xmas and will do the same tour, etc, again with Walking Sun.
We're on Luminosa again for New Year and visiting Mystery Island again. We will definitely try out Walking Sun and I think probably the tour visiting the school.
Hi Suzie and thanks for watching. We can honestly say we have never been anywhere quite like Mystery Island. It is a bit susceptible to the weather though and we have been on cruises where we've had to pass as the tenders can't get in or the locals can't get over to the island. This port is a bit of a chance with cruising and does seem to get missed quite a bit with the weather.
Hi Deb. Thanks for the lovely comment. Mystery Island is so good after a couple of days on a ship, especially if the weather is good. Never tire of going back there but I think we might try those cabanas next time.
Have you been to New Caledonia and if so what Islands have you been to in New Caledonia???? Do They have Gift Shops and Restaurants in Mystery island becides Cruise Port????
Hi Rob & Ali, thanks for another great video. We are going on a cruise in May and will be visiting mystery island. I was wondering if you paid for things there using Australian dollars or used a travel card? Thanks
Hi Elizabeth. All the traders who operate on Mystery Island take Australian dollars, US dollars or local currency which is Vatu. There are no EFTPOS or other electronic fund facilities available there so you will cash in either one of these currencies. Hope this helps.
Thanks for your reply. I have sent a message to John in Port Vila about tours after seeing your video. Looking forward to visiting all these beautiful island soon.
Hi Rob and Ali. I'm going there at the end of the month and my partner doesn't snorkle so the cabana looks perfect. Can you give any more details about how you get to them and how to book them. Thank you. Love your work.
Hi Nina. Sorry for the late reply but hope it gets to you in time. I think you can get them while you are there if there are any left or you can pre-book before you go at this website - mysteryislandtours.com/huts%2C-cabanas-%26-bar Have a fantastic cruise.
Question: You've said before that you can't use cash or cards on board the ship but how do you pay on Mystery Island? Do they take Australian currency. Cash? Cards?
Hi Mark. Mystery Island is an uninhabited Island and the locals come over from the big island when the ships come in to set up stalls and do tours. There is no electricity on the island so no EFTPOS or similar. Everything you buy on the island is cash. You can use AUD or local currency, Vatu, if you have some.
Hi Dean. Bars and shops is probably a bit of a stretch. The island is uninhabited and the inhabitants of the big island come over in boats on cruise days to set up their stalls. Yes, they do all take AUD so no need to hunt around for Vatu.
"Round the outside?" Isn't that a song referring to lesbians? Come on let's enjoy the island not the sin of the world. What Glorious Wonders The Lord God has made! So Beautiful \○/ ❤ 🧎♀️ 🏝 🚢 ✝️
We were enjoying our day on mystery island until my husband was stung on the back of the neck by a wasp. So just beware especially with your young children
Hi Shannon. Thanks for the comment. We've never actually had an issue with these at passport control and we weren't really giving advice to people to do this, just that it is available. However, you are correct that it is possible that it could invalidate a passport, especially if it was over an page with details on or a visa, so your comments are absolutely taken on board. Thank you.
Mystery is why anyone would bother. The beaches are ordinary, the snorkeling is worse and that’s it! By the way, the “passport stamp” invalidates your passport.
Awww Only one wish ,from this ni -van, Mr Rob and Mrs Ali 🇻🇺 , is Keep the beautiful Smiles . Its a Joy watcher your videos . Tankio 💐💐💐
Hello Rob and Ali, First, I stumbled across your videos a couple of days ago and have loved them, living your passion and enthusiasm. We are cruising with P&O on the Mutiny on the Bounty in October. Ali, I am plant-based, and my diet is very similar to yours. Did you find it difficult at all with the menus or asking for alternatives to suit your diet?
Thanks Rob and Ali I love watching your videos. I am super excited to take my boys on their first cruise in September!
This is help me to look forward to go to mystery island, thank you
Hi Feri. Thanks for the comment and we hope you have a fantastic time on Mystery Island. We were there again last week and Ali got a massage which she says was well worth the money. $35 for a full body 35 min massage from Mystery Island Massage. If you wanted to do this then definitely check them out.
I love your videos! I'L
l'll be on Mystery island in a month. Love the idea of a Cabana ❤ . Expat pom living in Australia 🇦🇺
Thankyou for posting this video. I'm constantly watching your posts..we have booked a cruise to the Pacific again next year and Mystery Island is one of the destinations so we feel quite informed, thanks to you two.
Thanks Rhonda. When are you going and on which ship?
@@robandalicruisetravel Nov 2024 on the Ovation
Can't wait until december when we go there looking forward to it. Loved your video
Me too. Going on Christmas cruise. Fingers crossed
@@MareeAlchin Hi I'm going early december 23. Cheers
Thanks Trudy, it really is a beautiful little island. December will be here before you know it at the rate the year is going by. Have a fantastic cruise.
Beautiful clear water
You missed covering the airport, one of the reasons it is called Mystery Island as it played a role during World War II 😁
Very informative all your vids are. Cruising on Luminousia Sunday yay
I absolutely love your vlogs! You both as such an inspiration for my partner and I and we love your style and your content! Watching you both before we go on holidays is I first thing we do!
We love using you both as inspiration in our channel!
Hi Em. Thanks so much. We have watched a few of your videos too. Subscribed to you by the way, best wishes with your CZcams journey.
I wasn't going to get off the ship at the island but now I well thanks
OMG you have to get off at Mystery. This is one of the most beautiful islands you will see. You will not be disappointed.
We did a cruise to Mystery Island a few weeks ago on the Luminosa. We had great weather and your description of the Island was spot on. We loved it.
Thanks Murray. Great to hear that you enjoyed Mystery.
Thank You Wonderful Information
Thanks for the information. I believe you can buy lobsters and crabs for lunch. Do you have any information regarding this? Thanks
Looks absolutely gorgeous. Went for a day tour to Mana Island in Fiji when I was 14 years old and this reminds me a lot of that. Beautiful white sand and crystal clear water. The only difference is that there was a single resort on the island so had a few more facilities available.
The film you were thinking of I’m guessing is From Here to Eternity with that famous rolling on the beach scene with the waves coming up over them.
Hi Jason. Thanks for watching and we might have to put Mana Island on the list of places to go then. You are right, it was From Here to Eternity. Ali remembered when we got back on the ship.
@@robandalicruisetravel The main island of Fiji is hit and miss depending on where you stay. We spent first half of the vacation at the Hyatt Regency Fiji (now called The Warwick). It was a very long trip from Nadi Airport as we were the last drop off being furthest away, but it had a lagoon on it’s doorstep protected by a coral reef.
The second half was spent at what was then called The Regent of Fiji which was only about 15-20 minutes from Nadi. The water at the beach was murky, but that is when we went to Mana Island for the day.
The islands in Fiji are spectacular with beautiful crystal clear water. Actually, Turtle Island Resort in the Yasawa group of islands is where the 1980 film The Blue Lagoon was filmed. Unfortunately it’s quite expensive to stay there as it only has 12 bures with each having their own beach. One can dream though.
Watching your videos makes me wanna go on a cruise!
Thanks for watching Marielle. Maybe it's a sign that you should book one. There are some great deals that come up with different cruise lines. Go on, give it a go.
Thank you for reminding me how beautiful Mystery Island was and we were there on the same cruise as yourselves. We did a tour with Walking Sun Snorkelling tours over to the main island and then they set us up for the rest of day up around of the other side of the island and to the left - amazing coral there with incredible fish and a very relaxing massage.
Thanks Leisa. I think quite a lot of people went with Walking Sun. We made enquiries with them before the cruise but never booked anything as we thought we'd see what others were available on the islands. Heard nothing but good reports about them though so we might try them next time. Which tour to the main island did you do?
@robandalicruisetravel Hi, we did the school and village tour. My sister and her family are on the Luminosa again for Xmas and will do the same tour, etc, again with Walking Sun.
We're on Luminosa again for New Year and visiting Mystery Island again. We will definitely try out Walking Sun and I think probably the tour visiting the school.
Thanks - really helpful video.
I wish I will have this stunning weather too when we get there in early June! Great videos guys, thanks!
Hi Sandy. Not long now. Have a fantastic cruise and we have all fingers crossed for the best of weather for you.
Omg the beach looks stunning! I think we will have to book a cruise to this place once we have done our new years eve cruise! Tfs :)
Hi Suzie and thanks for watching. We can honestly say we have never been anywhere quite like Mystery Island. It is a bit susceptible to the weather though and we have been on cruises where we've had to pass as the tenders can't get in or the locals can't get over to the island. This port is a bit of a chance with cruising and does seem to get missed quite a bit with the weather.
Were going to Mystery Island
Can you walk around Island as in is it long?
Yes takes about 20 minutes! And a nice shaded walk!
Thank you for this entertaining and informative review. So . . . "Mystery Island" is no longer a mystery!!! 😄😄😄
Hi Bill. Thanks for watching,, it is one of our favourite island.
Do They have alot of Gift Shops in Cruise Port in New Caledonia????
love this video, thanks for sharing. love your bathers ali :)
Hi Deb. Thanks for the lovely comment. Mystery Island is so good after a couple of days on a ship, especially if the weather is good. Never tire of going back there but I think we might try those cabanas next time.
@@robandalicruisetravel my mum really wants to go to the islands :) maybe a 2025 trip for us :)
@@travelwithdebandnick We love going to the islands, hope you can make it happen.
Have you been to New Caledonia and if so what Islands have you been to in New Caledonia????
Do They have Gift Shops and Restaurants in Mystery island becides Cruise Port????
Thanks for the informative videos.. Just wondering how good the toilets were on the island?
Do They have alot of Musems on Mystery island or in New Caledonia????
BBQ Food Lunch is That Included Food in New Caledonia or do you Pay Extra for That????
Hi Rob & Ali, thanks for another great video. We are going on a cruise in May and will be visiting mystery island. I was wondering if you paid for things there using Australian dollars or used a travel card? Thanks
Hi Elizabeth. All the traders who operate on Mystery Island take Australian dollars, US dollars or local currency which is Vatu. There are no EFTPOS or other electronic fund facilities available there so you will cash in either one of these currencies. Hope this helps.
Thanks for your reply. I have sent a message to John in Port Vila about tours after seeing your video. Looking forward to visiting all these beautiful island soon.
Hi Rob and Ali. I'm going there at the end of the month and my partner doesn't snorkle so the cabana looks perfect. Can you give any more details about how you get to them and how to book them. Thank you. Love your work.
Hi Nina. Sorry for the late reply but hope it gets to you in time. I think you can get them while you are there if there are any left or you can pre-book before you go at this website - mysteryislandtours.com/huts%2C-cabanas-%26-bar
Have a fantastic cruise.
Malcolm McLaren- 😂 Lol
Nice vlog
Thank you.
So i never use cash nowadays, can i pay with card on this island?
Why price things in US Dollars, when your predominantly on An Aussie Cruise pretty much in our own Region.
is travel insurance compulsory
Question: You've said before that you can't use cash or cards on board the ship but how do you pay on Mystery Island? Do they take Australian currency. Cash? Cards?
Hi Mark. Mystery Island is an uninhabited Island and the locals come over from the big island when the ships come in to set up stalls and do tours. There is no electricity on the island so no EFTPOS or similar. Everything you buy on the island is cash. You can use AUD or local currency, Vatu, if you have some.
How many Times have you been to Myself Island????
What Cruiseline did you take to Mystery island????
So Mystery island bar and shops accept australian currency and eftpos? Or do i need Vatu?
Hi Dean. Bars and shops is probably a bit of a stretch. The island is uninhabited and the inhabitants of the big island come over in boats on cruise days to set up their stalls. Yes, they do all take AUD so no need to hunt around for Vatu.
How over crowded and commercial. What a shame.
I'm going next week and from watching this review it feels like the island is all about the $$
Hey guys! Are reef shoes necessary?
Going into the water yes, as there is small coral and its hard on your feet! I wore my sandshoes! lol
I buy a postcard and get it stamped with a tourist stamp. I have been told getting tourist stamps in your passport can make them un functional.
Pacey, the stamps do not render your passport non functional , I have had many in mine and never had a problem.
@@teenaf3166 you must of been lucky…
@@teenaf3166yeah...it can if they look for it
I like that idea. Thankyou.
Are The Toilets on Mystery Islands Flushing Toilets and Flushing Urinals or Not able to Flush the Toilets and Urinals????
"Round the outside?" Isn't that a song referring to lesbians?
Come on let's enjoy the island not the sin of the world.
What Glorious Wonders The Lord God has made! So Beautiful \○/ ❤ 🧎♀️ 🏝 🚢 ✝️
We were enjoying our day on mystery island until my husband was stung on the back of the neck by a wasp.
So just beware especially with your young children
Hi Beth, that's not good. We didn't see any but obviously they are there. I hope he recovered quickly and thanks for the info.
Surely as "seasoned travellers" you would know that having your passport stamped by an unofficial organisation makes your passport void...bad advice
Hi Shannon. Thanks for the comment. We've never actually had an issue with these at passport control and we weren't really giving advice to people to do this, just that it is available. However, you are correct that it is possible that it could invalidate a passport, especially if it was over an page with details on or a visa, so your comments are absolutely taken on board. Thank you.
had mine stamped at Machu Picchu and never had an issue with any international border control after that.
Mystery is why anyone would bother. The beaches are ordinary, the snorkeling is worse and that’s it!
By the way, the “passport stamp” invalidates your passport.