Update (Tuesday, 11 October 2011): The $999 price has now sold out, however you can still book an inside cabin for $1099, an outside for $1369 and a balcony cabin for $1879 per person, twin share.

Sail the South Pacific with Royal Caribbean on a 10-night cruise for just $999 inside, twin share. This offer from Cruise1st.com.au includes gratuities and saves you $300 off what other operators are charging.

We rarely see cruises of this length under $1000 with all your pre-paid tips included. This offer means you don’t have to worry about a thing once you’re on board.

The cruise departs Sydney onboard Rhapsody of the Seas and visits popular ports in South Pacific Islands including Noumea and Isle of Pines in New Caledonia, Loyalty Island and Vanuatu.

Valid for departure from Sydney on 6 February, 2012. This special $999 rate is available until midnight (AEDT) Friday, 7 October.

Travelzoo tip: You can book an Ocean View cabin for just $1389 or a Balcony cabin for $1909 per person, twin share. If you would like to add on flights, Cruise1st.com.au consultants can help organise this for you.

About the ship: Rhapsody of the Seas features floor-to-ceiling windows and a retractable glass canopy to make the most of the stunning ocean views. Ship facilities include an 11-deck atrium, Shipshape Spa, two swimming pools, six whirlpool spas, fitness centre, theatre and eight lounges. More than a million dollars was spent on Rhapsody of the Seas's art collection.