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Cruising the Mediterranean,
Greek Isles, Adriatic, Aegean, Ionian, Black and Red Seas
Sailing the South Pacific
~ Islands of French Polynesia, Tahiti, Fiji,
Marquesas & Tuamotus and
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Find
out all about Small Ship Cruising
on the Med, around the Greek Isles, and the seas
off the Med! These
are great opportunities not to miss! Mediterranean mid-sized mid to
luxury
rated cruises take you to
the Adriatic and Aegean Seas,
the Greek Isles, the Baltic
and Black Seas, England's Coastal Waters, venturing on towards
the Middle East,
cruising the Nile and Red Sea Cruises! Small to mid-sized ship cruises offer the unique
and different,
4* - 5*
and 6* first class service, awesome staterooms, wonderful
educational lectures and
delicious cuisine and fine wines. Since the ships are smaller,
they can go
into shallow waters, dock in the hearts of the cities /
towns, let the walkway
down and voila, you're off the ship,
and on your way to see
the spectacular sights of your
port! Call today for
your dream cruise on one of the fine cruise lines at the
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VOTED THE TOP CRUISE
LINES OF 2012 ON CONDE NAST'S GOLD LIST
PLATINUM WINNERS
These cruise ships ranked top in the world for ambience / decor
/ comfort of cabins / services / food and wine
for 2011. For 2012
Berlitz has rated Sea Dream I and II as the very best in the
category of small ships. All of these small cruise ships offer
you the ultimate service as their number one priority, an intimate
cruise experience, with comfort a must, all designed to make your
cruise the ultimate cruise experience around the world. Please
read and contact us for more details for your cruise!
Ships are in alphabetically order, not in the order of their 2011
Awards of Excellence on the noted specific cruise lines 'noted
cruise destination'. Select and click on a CRUISE
LINE at the left for more info.
AZAMARA QUEST'S from Istanbul to Athens If the Black Sea is your goal,
this is a nice way to see it. You get a taste of Bulgaria and
Romania (Dracula's castle, anyone?), sail down the Bosphorus (past
Istanbul in the late afternoon, when the light is perfect for
photos), and recover from the Black Sea's Stalinist architecture and
bus tours with long, relaxed days on two of Greece's dreamiest
isles. The ship stays late in port on six of the ten nights, which
means you can go to the opera in Odessa, Ukraine, or linger in Oia—home
to Greece's best sunsets—before waving good-bye to Santorini from
your deck chair.
CRYSTAL SYMPHONY
with
just under 1000 passengers on the Symphony. Their highlighted
cruise from Montreal Round-Trip Many cruise ships sail from
Montreal, but few stop at the small island villages of the Gulf of
St. Lawrence that, thanks to their isolation from the outside world,
have developed their own Francophone culture, dialect, food, and
music. This cruise actually visits France—since St-Pierre and
Miquelon still belong to the French Republic—at the perfect moment
for vibrant fall foliage, too. Here are a few of the top Crystal Med
Cruises from 7 to 17 days. On one of these Mediterranean
Cruises you'll explore experiences beyond your expectation, a
glorious palette of landscapes and seascapes around the Med. The
Mediterranean is a favorite and included on every traveler's 'Wish
List'.
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OCEANIA
The Tuscan Artistry highlighted cruise from Barcelona to Rome Home to Jacques Pépin's first
restaurant at sea, the Marina will have Jacque Pepin himself on board for
the May sailing. He'll take you to food markets along the French and
Italian coasts and show you how to buy the right local ingredients.
Then, back aboard in the hands-on culinary center, Pépin will teach
you how to whip up Provençale and Tuscan masterpieces. Ports include
St. Tropez and Monte Carlo,Livorno, Florence and Lucca and Pisa. Oceania has also been
recognized
SILVERSEA'S SILVER WHISPER, noted cruise from St. Petersburg to Copenhagen Most
weeklong Baltic cruises squeeze in three days in St. Petersburg
mid-trip. This means a mad dash through the Venice of the North as
well as insufficient time in the other Baltic capitals. Silversea
solves this problem by starting its Baltic cruise in St. Petersburg.
You can experience the city's major sites, and then explore the rest of the Baltic without
feeling you missed some of the best of Russia.
REGENT'S SEVEN SEAS
Istanbul to Safaga There's
nothing like an eastern Mediterranean sampler to bring the history
of the Roman Empire and many biblical events to life. This cruise
takes you to the sites of numerous ancient wonders and is rare in
that it gives you four days in Israel and four days in Egypt, and
stops at historical ports in Cyprus, Greece, Jordan, and Turkey—all
in one 14-night cruise.
SEABOURN
Bali to Singapore This 208-passenger ship sails
to remotest Indonesia, hitting islands and villages that are hard to
reach any other way. Stops include Komodo (for the famed dragons),
Flores (for the spectacular diving and snorkeling), Sumba (for the
ancient stone tombs), and West Timor (for ikat-cloth making—and to
see where Captain William Bligh, of Mutiny on The Bounty fame,
landed after his crew set him adrift in an open boat). There are
stops in between for water sports off the ship's stern—all
gratis—although be warned that it's the wet season in most of the
ports of call, so there's a chance of rough seas.
OCEANIA'S REGATTA, Papeete Round-Trip The Regatta packs eight
French Polynesian isles into an efficient yet relaxing itinerary
that combines Society Islands must-sees (Bora Bora, Moorea) with
Marquesan black-sand gems that ships don't normally visit (Nuku Hiva,
Hiva Oa)You get a full 30 hours on Bora Bora so you can watch its
islets glow at sunset and sunrise, and two days at sea in the Tuamotus so you can sit in the hot tub, drifting past atolls—all at
an exceptionally affordable price given what you'd need to pay for
the same level of comfort on land.
SEA DREAM II
for the World's Best, from Iquitos, Peru, to Bridgetown, Barbados Always
wanted to explore the Amazon on a small boat without sacrificing
creature comforts? On these 112-passenger ships, you can view the
action on the river from the air-conditioned Top of the Yacht Bar;
sightsee while you eat, since meals can be taken outdoors in the
shade; and even sleep under the stars on the Balinese beds on the
top deck. Tour the riverside city of Parintins, home to the colorful
Boi Bumba festival, and use the Sea Dream II's mountain bikes to
wheel around the small local villages. Then recover from the rain
forest with a few days in some of the Caribbean's most delightful
lesser-known ports.
UNIWORLD BOUTIQUE RIVER CRUISES
sails the Rhine River, and there's nothing new about
sailing by castles on the Rhine and stopping to explore the holiday
markets that dress up Central Europe's historic town squares each
December. What's new is a ship that lets you fully enjoy the winter
wonderland out your window. The all-weather Antoinette has a heated
glass-enclosed pool; a heated observation deck; and suites with
balconies that transform into glassed-in "conservatories" with the
flip of a switch. Wintertime sightseeing hassles—driving in snow,
finding a parking spot—are eliminated, since you're dropped off in
the center of town, a few steps from the hot mulled wine, handmade
crafts, and homespun festivities. More Information on Uniworld is
HERE.
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The Following Small-Midsized Ships Cruise the Mediterranean
& Seas off the Mediterranean
For an Unique
Cruise Experience Contact Us for More Information
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Journey
Book a 2012
European voyage by March 31, 2012 and receive up to $2,000 in
ChoiceAir credits per couple OR complimentary stateroom upgrade
from Club Oceanview to Club Veranda stateroom on select sailings - PLUS
when booked online prior to sail
date
Gratuities included
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AZAMARA MID SIZED SHIPS
ACCOMMODATE 793 GUESTS ON THE QUEST
& 764
GUESTS ON THE JOURNEY - WINNER OF 3 CONDE NAST GOLD AWARDS
Would you like to find out more about their
cruises. Set sail in 2012 on one of these intimate ships! Both Azamara Journey®
and Azamara Quest® offer the comforts and ambiance of a European
boutique hotel while taking you to some of the most beautiful
destinations around the world. Traveling to 187 ports in 58 countries,
Azamara offers guests a truly immersive experience in a way that only
Azamara can provide. The ancient Romans called the Mediterranean Mare
Nostrum, Our Sea. Now this can be yours. Lands of great antiquity and
mighty empires. Sunny Greek isles with whitewashed villages cascading
down hillsides, and the Riviera, glittering and glamorous. Black Sea
ports, a blend of East and West, with historic names like Yalta,
Sevastopol, and Odessa.
Aazmara is a welcoming experience. Friendly without being intrusive,
Azamara staff is exceptionally attentive and always ready to go the
extra mile to satisfy our guests. Quietly anticipates your needs, and
attention to detail. An Azamara voyage elevates dining service in ways
you'll notice and appreciate. Our wait and bar staff will soon learn
that you prefer in your drinks and cuisine. Azamara's service extends
onshore. As you slip into the care and comfort of
an Azamara voyage, you'll wish more of the world could be just like
this.
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Symphony
2012/13 Book Now Savings
2012- 2 for 1 Fares / Free Air plus
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CRYSTAL MID-SIZED SHIPS RANKED #1 IN 2011. CRUISE ON EITHER THE
SYMPHONY WITH 922 PASSENGERS, OR THE SERENITY WITH 1080 PASSENGERS FOR A
FABULOUS MED ADVENTURE!
Crystal Cruises has two of the highest-rated ships in the world, the
Crystal Symphony and Crystal Serenity, where you'll discover the epitome
that is Crystal . . . with extraordinary service, spaciousness,
exceptional quality and incredible choices. That is the very essence of
our Crystal Cruises; and that is the Crystal Difference. Exceptional
service is the difference, and the unspoken desire to make your every
wish come true!
A commitment to
excellence has earned Crystal the award winning recognition as the
World’s Best for an incredible 17 years – an accomplishment unmatched by
any other cruise line, hotel or resort anywhere in the world. Call
now for more information and to book your all-inclusive European or
Mediterranean
exceptional cruise experience today!
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Marina
Oceania
All-Inclusive Cruises
Cruise Promotions - 2 for 1 Cruise Fares
and FREE Airfare - find out more - call us
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OCEANIA MID-SIZED SHIPS MARINA 1250 PAX
INSIGNIA 684 PAX NAUTICA IS 684 GUESTS
This award-winning cruise line offers you the best of all worlds in
their mid-sized first class ship cruising experiences. Marina and
the Riviera [debuts April 2012], are mid-sized ships with 1250 passengers.
The other three ships have just under 700 passengers. New for
2012 are Oceania's Themed Cruises, from a Tuscan Artistry to Italian
Reflections, and Enchanted Grandeur, Accent on Italy or Majestic
Masterpieces, and many more for western Med cruising. For a Eastern Med
and Greek Isles experience, you'll find more wonderful itineraries to
select from such as the Pearls of Aegean, Ancient Grandeur, Greek Glory,
Temples and Palaces just to mention a few. The Mediterranean
offers endless vistas of stunning coastline, and some of these voyages
also will include the Aegean and Adriatic Seas. Cities both modern and
historic have thrived along the shores of the Mediterranean, the ruins
of the ancient city of Ephesus have been magnificently restored. There
is also a wealth of archaeological excavation in Mitilini, from a Greek
theater to a medieval fortress. Of course, the capitals of Athens and
Rome offer an abundance of historical monuments, but these journeys
feature more modern pleasures as well. Browse the local boutiques in
Positano or the high-end couture shops in Venice. Enjoy fresh seafood in
Sorrento, a hand-tossed pizza in Capri or some local wine in Dubrovnik.
Call today to book your Oceania cruise!
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Paul Gauguin
Inclusions besides Great Value:
-In-suite bar setup + butler service
Cat B Up
-Complimentary 24-hour room service
-Refrigerator replenished daily
-Space ratio of 58 – among the highest at sea
-Complimentary use of our exclusive, private
white sand beach in Bora
Bora + bar service
-Complimentary day on our private islet, Motu Mahana, off the coast of Taha'a
- features snorkeling,
water sports, BBQ w/full bar service, and Polynesian hospitality
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PAUL GAUGUIN CRUISES and ONLY 332 GUESTS -
The Gauguin was just named a Gold Magellan Award Winner in the Small
Cruise Ship category by Travel Weekly.
This award-winning cruise line is the most luxurious ship that sails
Tahiti year-round, with ALL INCLUSIVE FARES. With a crew ratio of
1 to 1.5, with ALL Ocean View staterooms and nearly 70% balconies, this
is the ultimate cruise ship in the Southern waters of the South Pacific.
All services including gratuities and complimentary beverages that
include select wines and spirits, soft drinks bottled water and hot
beverages. All are included on a Paul Gauguin Cruise booking, offering
options from 7 to 17 nights to the Cook Islands, Fiji, theMarquesas,
Tuamotus and Tahiti and Society Islands.
Did you know, Tahiti is closer than you think, andTahiti isn't that much
further than Hawaii from the west coast of the US. It's only 8
hour flight and Tahiti is in the same time zone as Hawaii, and the
flight is about 2 hours or “one movie longer.” So distance is no reason
not to consider a Tahiti cruise aboard the m/s Paul Gauguin.
Travelers who’ve been to French Polynesia refer to the islands as “true
paradise”… it’s what Hawaii used to be. Unspoiled and natural. In fact,
Travel & Leisure just ranked Bora Bora the #1 island in the South
Pacific. The Hawaiian islands are lovely. But in French Polynesia, your
clients can enjoy exquisite scenery and a unique experience at every
port along the way. Paul Gauguin Cruises features one-of-a-kind
itineraries that showcase the best of these fascinating isles from the
Tuamotus to the Cook Islands.
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Ocean Princess
Save up to $1000 a
Stateroom 2012 Cruise Specials - Our top Deals are
Grand Mediterranean, Greek Isles plus -
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PRINCESS
MID-SIZED SHIP
2012 CRUISE ON THE
OCEAN PRINCESS ONLY 670 PASSENGERS
Spring 2012 France, Europe and Mediterranean Cruises are available TO
BOOK NOW! Please Note: We specialize in France and Europe River and Barge
Cruises, and European and Mediterranean cruises.
Unwind in the comfortable elegance of your Princess Cruises ship.
Whether you're having cocktails with friends or are curled up under a
warm fleece blanket enjoying scenic cruising, our ships are upscale but
never stuffy, designed for you to escape completely. Then leave stress
at the door when you enter The Sanctuary, our blissful signature haven
just for adults. Enjoy a soothing massage, recline in a lounge chair
with headphones and let our Serenity Stewards serve you spa fare and
refreshing fruit drinks.
Mediterranean, Greek Isles & Holy Land Cruises, is where you'll find
that endless treasures await you in this legendary region. Whether you
wish to walk among the stoic ruins of Rome and Athens or the hallowed
sites of the Holy Land; whether you dream of Renaissance Florence,
timeless Venice or a sun-kissed beach on a picturesque Greek isle,
Princess offers countless ways to see it all.
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Voyageur
2012 Cruise
Specials
2012 Cruises With 2-for-1 Fares
2013 Cruises With 2-for-1 Fares
More Options -
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REGENT SEVEN SEAS SEVEN SEAS MARINER AND
VOYAGER WITH 700 GUESTS EACH
The ships of
Regent Seven Seas Cruises offer voyages of exploration
and discovery to more than 300 ports on all seven continents. Our luxury
vessels are designed for guests numbering in the hundreds rather than
the thousands. The ambiance on board is personal, individual,
accommodating - "upscale but not uptight." And all ships share certain
distinctions in accommodations, service, dining and amenities that
elevate them to the lofty vantage point of our enviable six stars. When
Regent says it's cruises are all-inclusive that is factual. From 2
for 1 airfares, with upgrades to Business plus, and ground transfers,
prepaid gratuities and so much more!
Regent Seven Seas ships sail from Spring well on into Fall for cruises
across Europe's romantic seas. In the
Mediterranean you can witness the
myths and wonders of the Adriatic and Greek isles, tour the ancient
shores of
Black Sea ports, capture the exclusive allure of the Italian
and French Riviera and conquistadors and whirling castanets of Iberian
shores. Come witness the storybook charm of the Old World the way it was
meant to be seen personal, up-close and far more authentic on a luxury
voyage with Regent Seven Seas Cruises. Cruising on our Seven Seas
Navigator with only 490 guests with 90% private balconies, offers more
wonderful explorations and discoveries. Contact us for more
information and pricing.
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Odyssey
Signature
Savings Event
Limited Time On Select Sailings
- Save up to 50% or more or
- $1,000 USD per suite shipboard
credit on premium suites plus . . .
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SEABOURN SMALL SHIP CRUISING ON THE
ODYSSEY - QUEST AND
SOJOURN EACH WITH 450 GUESTS AND THE LEGEND - PRIDE - SPIRIT
EACH HAVE 208 GUESTS FOR ULTIMATE CRUISING.
At Seabourn, we are passionate about travel. We believe that traveling
for pleasure has a redemptive power that enriches people’s lives. And we
believe that people should travel well. Cruising on a Seabourn ship is
unlike any other form of travel. The experience is luxurious, yet
relaxed -- elegant, yet casual -- sumptuous, yet understated. Our
intimate ships visit the most desirable destinations worldwide, sailing
to the heart of landmark cities, as well as to hidden gems where larger
vessels cannot follow. Our ships attract interesting people, who
seek to share experiences beyond the expected in places beyond the
ordinary. Our acclaimed staff offers a unique style of heartfelt
hospitality that is sincere, thoughtful and personal.
This is the Seabourn experience -- a style of cruising we pioneered when
the company introduced Seabourn Pride, our first 208-guest, all-suite
ship in 1988. At the time, a cruise expert stated that “Seabourn is in a
class by itself,” and that is still true today. Our fleet of six
graceful ships carry between 208 and 450 guests each, exclusively in
ocean-view suites. They are graciously served by nearly the same number
of hand-picked crew, who are consistently ranked as the finest at sea,
earning Seabourn honors as the World’s Best Small Ship Cruise Line in
surveys of readers by Condé Nast Traveler and Travel + Leisure
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Seadream I
Mediterranean Voyages 2012 - 13 Savings
from 45% to 72%- Call Now
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SEADREAM
I and II 2012 MEDITERRANEAN CRUISES
SeaDream is yachting not cruising” enjoy the difference. So, what is the
difference? We believe that the difference is yachting. With a maximum
of only 112 guests and 95 award-winning crew dedicated to making sure
every detail is addressed, yachting aboard either one of our luxury
mega-yachts ensures the highest levels of luxury and pampering, a true
boutique yachting experience. For more information and pricing on
one of several Med cruises aboard one of these luxury super yachts!
This 5-Star Service All-Inclusive cruise line has been RATED # 1
Cruise Line again for 2011! Enjoy the difference. A SeaDream Yacht
Club is different from big ship cruising. SeaDream's philosophy of
casual perfection runs through everything they do. With only 112 guests
being pampered by an award-winning crew of 95, the level of attention
and service we pay to each of our guests makes yachting aboard either
one of our mega-yachts SeaDream I or SeaDream II feel as if you are on
your own private yacht. Be as active or as relaxed as you like and take
in the ultimate in luxury, privacy and pampering.
Become a member of SeaDream Yacht Club! Once you've cruised with
SeaDream they recognize you as one of their most valued and loyal guests
by offering a Club program with special benefits. SeaDream is a small
family owned company where each employee and guest is known by name.
Once you’ve sailed with us, you too will become part of our family.
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Silver Cloud
Special Offers for 2013
Worldwide Cruise
Destination Deals
Contact Us for More Information
Today!
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SILVERSEA MED CRUISES ABOARD THE SILVER
CLOUD 296 PASSENGERS, THE SILVER SPIRIT 540 WITH PASSENGERS AND THE
SILVER WIND WITH ONLY 298 PASSENGERS -
Search Silversea cruises here: Cruising aboard Silversea’s smaller ships
are intimate luxury cruises where you can
discover the world’s most intriguing ports while travelling in
extraordinary style. Sail directly into the heart of St Petersburg, down
the Amazon River, under London’s Tower Bridge and throughout Norway’s
breathtaking fjords. Indulge in close-up views and to fully immerse yourself in the wonders of our
world.
Silversea Cruises always goes to the ends of
the earth for their discerning guests. Silversea’s experience and expertise allows you to explore Southern
Europe aboard our luxury
Med cruises, browsing the world’s best museums at your leisure during private
after-hours openings, learn the secrets of traditional dishes in the
kitchens of chefs who hold recipes handed down through generations, and
savor amazing wines surrounded by their birthplace vineyards at tastings
hosted by renowned vintners. Join Silversea on a journey to the
playgrounds of the world’s most legendary sea. Cruising on through the
exquisite isles of the Aegean and explore the antiquity of the
Peloponnese. Embark on Eastern Mediterranean cruises and sail to the
Greek Isles, the Black Sea and Dalmatian coast jewels in Croatia and
Montenegro. Or Western Mediterranean cruises that discover jet-set
hideaways from the sun-soaked Iberian shores to golden Riviera beaches.
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Aegean Odyssey
FAR EAST CRUISE-TOURS
Single guests
booking our dedicated single cabins will receive ½ of the savings.
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VOYAGES TO ANTIQUITY - VISITING THE ANCIENT
WORLD ABOARD THE AEGEAN ODYSSEY
Cruising the Ancient World aboard the Aegean Odyssey with only 378
fellow guests, is a special treat aboard this very specialty cruise
ship. Combining both the comfort of boutique-style cruising with
the very best of cultural travel, Voyages to Antiquity offers an
opportunity to explore the origins and genius of western civilization,
as well as the fascinating culture of the Orient. With meticulously
planned itineraries, celebrated guest speakers, and included shore
excursions will bring to life the fascinating history and awe-inspiring
sites of the ancient world.
We have created a cruise experience that is not only for the amateur or
professional historian but also for people who simply want to understand
the history, art, myths and culture of the ancient world. A Voyage to
Antiquity cruise to the Mediterranean aims to open a window into the
origins and genius of western civilization. The people at Voyages
to Antiquity were also pioneers of cruising in the Far East. Using this
local knowledge, we have created a winter cruise-tour program which
reveals the fascinating past and exotic landscapes of this extraordinary
part of the world.
Our journeys, however, are not only about history. As well as visiting
breathtaking archaeological treasures you will also see some of the most
beautiful scenery in the world and experience the magnificent food of
the Mediterranean and The Orient. Cruising the MED, Aegean, Adriatic,
Black, Red Seas, India & Far East.
Voyages to Antiquity is offering exciting savings in 2013:
SPECIAL NEW GRAND VOYAGE - ATHENS TO VENICE - 27 DAYS FROM $6450
INCLUDES:
Air,Transfers, Pre Ext. Hotel in Athens Shore Excursions, Wine w/Dinner
and Onboard Gratuities. Special
Singles Savings. And includes 1 (one) category upgrade for bookings in
K-I, G-D category staterooms.
BOOK YOUR MEDITERRANEAN CRUISE-TOUR BY February 29, 2012 for:
- FREE AIR FROM OVER 60 N. American gateways, including
transfers and porterage on all 2012 Mediterranean itineraries to the
- STATEROOM SAVINGS UP TO $1000 (double occupancy) on all our
2012/13 itineraries to the Far East. Savings vary per category and
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MORE WONDERFUL SMALL SHIP CRUISE
DISCOVERIES: |
FRED. OLSEN CRUISE MID-SIZED SHIP CRUISES -
THE BRAEMER HOLDS 986 PASSENGERS, AND THE BOUDICCA 850, THE BLACK WATCH
804 AND THE BALMORAL 1340 PASSENGERS.
Enjoy the personalized experience onboard a Fred. Olsen cruise ship.
Fred.Olson takes great effort to ensure that you are well looked after
from the time you join the ship until the time you leave. All our staff
are there to make you feel completely relaxed, and your cruise an
enjoyable one. as your Olsen ship is your home away from home.
Then your off to Island hideaways and lively resorts: sample the variety
a Mediterranean cruise can offer. A cruise holiday in the
Mediterranean, the world’s largest inland sea, gives you the opportunity
to experience the variety the area has to offer; from the cosmopolitan
cities of Spain and France in the Western Mediterranean, to Italy,
Sardinia, Greece and Egypt in the Central and Eastern Med. Join your
cruise from a UK departure port and immerse yourself in the culture and
history of Naples and Herculaneum, Granada's world-famous Alhambra
Palace, Athens' Acropolis, the Napoleonic city of Ajaccio or take a tour
from Alexandria to the see the Pyramids of Giza. For a bit more in the
way of relaxation, take time out on your cruise ship to enjoy the
delightful scenery of picturesque bays, old fishing villages and
pine-clad cliffs. However you prefer to spend your cruise holiday, a
sun-kissed Mediterranean cruise is a must!
LOUIS CRUISES MID-SIZED FLEET and the LOUIS
CRISTAL JUST 1200 PASSENGERS
is just one of the specialty Louis ships that cruises exclusively in
the Eastern Med, their ship the CORAL with 968 passengers cruises around
Italy, the CALYPSO with 740 passengers cruises Greece to Turkey, and
SAPPHIRE with just 680 passengers cruises the GREEK ISLES. LOUIS
CRUISES is a specialist cruise supplier for the GREEK ISLES, ITALY and
EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN. The Cristal is the Louis Flagship,
(formerly the NCL Leeward) was built in 1992. The 25,611-ton Greek
flagship carries up to about 1,200 passengers on Eastern Mediterranean
cruises. Louis, based in Cyprus, operates quite a large fleet of
second-hand ships, hotels and retail stores. Many Europeans combine a
Cyprus island hotel stay with a short cruise from the island. She sails
seven-day cruises to the Greek islands, Egypt and Turkey from Piraeus.
Typical port intensive itineraries would include Istanbul, Mykonos,
Patmos, Kusadasi (for Ephesus), Rhodes, Agios Nikolaos (Crete) and
Santorini; or the Three Continents cruise to Istanbul, Mykonos, Ashdod
(for Jersusalem), Port Said and Alexandria . . . contact us for your
Eastern Med cruise!
SWAN HELLENIC'S SHIP Mv MINERVA 350
PASSENGER SHIP - MEDITERRANEAN AND BEYOND
No matter which corner of the globe you choose to discover, after
exploring ashore, you will always appreciate Minerva’s stately comforts:
a relaxed lounge with entertainment, well-stocked library, restaurants,
gym, Wheeler bar and Shackleton's bar. An elegant environment in which
polished wood and gleaming brass are complemented by works of art and
fresh flowers. With over 50 years experience in discovery cruising, Swan
Hellenic knows all the ingredients for the perfect cruise. From the on
board environment to inspiring itineraries, and from our knowledgeable
reservations team to our European ship's officers and attentive crew, we
are committed to providing you with the ultimate discovery cruise
experience. A cruise aboard Minerva is the ultimate in
well-planned and meticulously executed discovery cruising. With more
than 50 years’ experience this British company has perfected the art of
small ship discovery cruising to a point where every cruise delights,
surprises and satisfies curious minds – with wonderful guests lecturers. Special Savings
from $110 per day
plus $300 Onboard Credit
VARIETY CRUISES &
YACHTING
There’s a whole other world out there waiting for you! Variety
Cruises is the largest Small Ships Cruise Company World-Wide with a
fleet of over 15 fully owned vessels offering you a total yachting
experience.
This is 'Small Ship' cruising at it's finest, with sizes varying from 4
to 36 cabins, our private yachts and small ships allow our passengers to
visit well known destinations or to discover unique and more private
ports of call in a private, convivial and relaxed environment.
Fine cuisine, with a strong local flavor, exciting itineraries blending
with well known ports of call and lesser known gems of the
Mediterranean. Personalized service is a must and has positioned
the company as the choice for an ever growing number of cruise goers
looking for a first class small ship cruise experience.
VOYAGES OF DISCOVERY ABOARD THE DISCOVERY
AND BEYOND
There’s a whole world out there waiting to be discovered. The time
to start is now, and the key to a Voyages of Discovery cruise is
simplicity itself – see more, do more. So you’ll discover some of the
great cities and monuments from the ancient and modern worlds. And along
the way, you’ll also share the stories and insights not everyone gets to
see. Our renowned guest speakers unlock the secrets, while our ships
Discovery and Voyager are the perfect way to get to any destination.
Small enough to reach out-of-the-way ports, yet large enough to make
light work of crossing the great oceans, Discovery and Voyager avoid the
excesses of today’s mega-liners. Instead they have been expressly
conceived for our special brand of discovery cruising to create an
atmosphere on board that is friendly and relaxed. During our
voyage you will be accompanied by around 550 like-minded passengers on
Voyager, with 650 on Discovery. Complementing the talks given by our own
lecturers, who will preview the destinations ahead, the program features
historians, explorers, naturalists and diplomats, who will share their
expertise, anecdotes and interests with you.
Most recently, Voyages of Discovery is proud to have been awarded Best
Niche Cruise Line at the British Travel Awards in 2010 and Best for
Lectures at sea by Cruise Critic for 2010. Winter 2012/13 offers
an exciting range of cruises to explore the world’s great destinations:
Discovery sails to the Holy Land, Red Sea, Black Sea, Mediterranean,
North Africa |
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