Holidays under $1,000: Nusa Dua, Whitsundays and Phuket

Our round-up of the best holiday packages you can book for $1,000 or less
Get cruising with this week’s hottest deals around the country to top holiday destinations. Take a four-night cruise through the Whitsunday Islands or relax in Bali in the calm area of Nusa Dua. Cruise from Sydney for five nights at sea and enjoy some great entertainment or take a week-long getaway in Phuket.
These top holidays are going to have you booking an epic holiday without the epic price tag.
$699: Radiance of the Seas five-night cruise from Sydney
Whether you’re looking for relaxation or an active holiday, this is the cruise deal for you.
For five nights, you'll be on board the Radiance of the Seas where you can kick back at the spa, soak in the sun by the pool, watch movies under the stars and more.
Need to know
- Cruise departs on 16 October 2018
- Price is valid for one person based on a twin share
- Must book within seven days of purchase by April 30 2018
- Travel insurance not included
$899: Classic China tour for eight days, including flights
Walk the Great Wall and visit sites such as Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City with this holiday package through China.
This eight-day tour includes round-trip flights, airport transfers, six nights in four-star hotels, high-speed bullet train from Beijing to Shanghai, all site fees, tipping and more.
Need to know
- Price valid per person based on a twin share
- Flights depart from Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane
- Travel dates are from 30 April - 19 November 2018
- Travel insurance and visa not included
$729: Seven nights in Nusa Dua, Bali with flights included
Spend seven nights at Tanjung Benoa Beach Resort surrounded by white-sand beaches and blue waters. Here, you can choose to lounge by one of the resort's two pools or get a treatment and a massage at the spa.
This deal includes seven nights in a deluxe garden view room, daily cocktail or beer, lunch or dinner for two, four one-hour massages, return airport transfers and round-trip flights.
Need to know
- Price is valid per person based on a twin share
- Flights depart from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth or Adelaide and include seven kilograms of carry-on luggage
- Travel dates are from 20 November 2017 - 31 October 2018
- Must book by 20 February 2018
$818: Four-night sea break cruise to the Whitsundays
Find yourself cruising through the Whitsunday Islands for four nights on board a P&O cruise from Brisbane for a quick getaway in beautiful waters.
This luxury cruise ship will spoil you with its pools, gym, live shows, comedy theatre, night clubs, big outdoor screen and children’s clubs.
Need to know
- Price is valid for two people
- Must book within 24 hours of purchase
- Must book by 19 February 2018
- Deal is for an interior cabin
$883: Phuket holiday for seven nights, including flights from Sydney
Hop over to Phuket for a little R&R at Mandarava Resort and Spa Karon Beach in one of its tropicana superia rooms.
At the resort, you’ll have access to a fitness centre, beach shuttle, three outdoor pools, a spa, two swim-up pool bars and a booking agent.
Need to know
- Price valid per person based on a twin share
- Travel dates are from 8 May - 15 May 2018
- Round-trip flights included and depart from Sydney