Six Tauranga residents are going on a trip of a lifetime today.
Daphnie McCleod and Jordan Duke are among six passengers leaving the Bay of Plenty for the Bay of Islands on board the Pacific Pearl.
Travelling on a cruise ship has been a goal of Ms McCleod and her excitement was palpable when the Bay of Plenty Times caught up with her on the eve of her trip.
The most exciting aspect for her would be having a meal on the boat and seeing dolphins, whales and marlins, she said.
The group of six people with disabilities, all who receive support from Lifestyle Choices, had the trip organised independently.