Azamara Journey

January 7, 2010 by Jack Kennard  
Filed under Luxury Cruises

Azamara is the new, deluxe cruise experience for discerning travelers who long to reach out-of-the-ordinary destinations and indulge in amenities and service unparalleled on the high seas. Azamara is a branch of Celebrity Cruises, Inc.

Azamara dining on deck

Michael's Club

Soak up the sounds of a grand piano as you share an intimate nightcap in this locale. The rich tones and deep, welcoming chairs of Michael's Club make it the ideal place to savor a single-malt scotch or late-evening cordial.

Martini Bar
The sophisticated Martini Bar offers 20 variations of this famous libation. Gather with friends to warm up the evening before dinner or celebrate all in this trendy hot spot before heading over to the disco.

Suites enhanced amenities and services include:

Creme Brulee desert
  • Welcome champagne
  • 1 night Complimentary specialty dining
  • Complimentary laundry pressing
  • Complimentary in-stateroom nonalcoholic specialty coffees and soda
  • Dining preference for all restaurants
  • Expanded bathroom amenities
  • Bathtub
  • DVD/CD player
  • Hansgrohe showerhead
  • Daily evening hors d’oeuvres
  • Senior Butler service (more experienced, lower ratio per guest)
  • Priority check-in and departure
  • All staterooms will have Butler service
  • Packing and unpacking
  • Deliver afternoon Canapés
  • Shoe shine service
  • In room dining arrangements
  • Arrangement of appointments (spa, shore excursions, specialty dining, etc.)
Azamara Specials
Cruise Only Specials
Dates Nights LocationsInsideOcean ViewVerandaSuite
1/31/10 12 Caribbean /Miami - $1,299 $1,849 -
2/12/10 12 Caribbean /Miami $1,549 $1,399 $1,949 -

This is a very small ship, 710 passengers. Prices are based on availability and can change without notice. For North America Reservations, a fuel supplement of $5.00 per day per person for the first 2 occupants of a stateroom (subject to a maximum of $140.00 per stateroom)will apply to all sailings. Ask about fuel or other charges and fees. These are just two of the Azamara packages provided by Azamara Cruise Lines. Contact one of our cruise experts and find the right luxury cruise & tour package for you.

Itineraries to 2010

Peru

16-Night Panama Canal January 3, 2010
San Diego, California, Cabo San Lucas Mexico, Acapulco & Huatulco Mexico, San Juan Del Sur, Nicaragua, Puntarenas Costa Rica, Panama Canal (Cruising), Willemstad, Curaçao, Miami Florida

12-Night Caribbean January 19, 2010
Miami Florida, St. John U.S. Virgin Islands, Marigot Saint Martin, Basseterre St. Kitts, Castries St. Lucia, Pointe A Pitre Guadeloupe, Gustavia St. Barts, Virgin Gorda British Virgin Islands, Miami Florida

12-Night Caribbean January 19, 2010
Miami Florida, St. John U.S. Virgin Islands, Marigot Saint Martin, Basseterre St. Kitts, Castries St. Lucia, Pointe A Pitre Guadeloupe, Gustavia St. Barts, Virgin Gorda British Virgin Islands, Miami Florida

12-Night CaribbeanJanuary 31, 2010
Miami Florida, St. Croix U.S. Virgin Islands, Marigot Saint Martin Gustavia St. Barts, Roseau Dominica Castries St. Lucia, Falmouth Antigua, Virgin Gorda British Virgin Islands, Miami Florida

Deck Chairs 12-Night Caribbean February 12, 2010
Miami, Florida, St. John U.S. Virgin Islands, Gustavia St. Barts, Fort De France Martinique, Bequia The Grenadines, Roseau Dominica, Basseterre St. Kitts, Virgin Gorda British Virgin Islands, Miami Florida

12-Night Caribbean February 24, 2010
Miami Florida, St. Croix U.S. Virgin Islands, Marigot Saint Martin, Gustavia St. Barts, Castries St. Lucia, Roseau Dominica, Falmouth Antigua, Virgin Gorda British Virgin Islands, Miami Florida

12 Night Caribbean March 8, 2010
Miami Florida, St. John U.S. Virgin Islands, Marigot Saint Martin, Basseterre St. Kitts, Castries St. Lucia, Pointe A Pitre Guadeloupe, Gustavia St. Barts, Virgin Gorda British Virgin Islands, Miami Florida

12-Night Caribbean March 20, 2010
Miami Florida, St. John U.S. Virgin Islands, Gustavia St. Barts, Fort De France Martinique, Bequia The Grenadines, Roseau Dominica, Basseterre St. Kitts, Virgin Gorda British Virgin Islands, Miami Florida

10-Night Caribbean April 1, 2010
Miami Florida, St. John U.S. Virgin Islands, Marigot Saint Martin, Roseau Dominica, Basseterre St. Kitts, Virgin Gorda British Virgin Islands, Miami Florida

14-Night Eastbound Transatlantic April 11, 2010
Miami Florida, Ponta Delgada Azores, Gibraltar, United Kingdom, Cartagena Spain, Palma De, Mallorca, Spain, Barcelona, Spain

Shop Online

Opera & a Luxury Cruise

November 13, 2009 by Jack Kennard  
Filed under Luxury Cruises

Asheville Lyric Opera continues its program of offering fine musical cruises worldwide. Last fall we offered an Adriatic cruise with Marilyn Horne. Now—see the eastern American coastline as you have never seen it before!

Luxury cruise on Clelia II

In the luxury of this small 100 passenger ship with 50 outward facing suites, many with private balconies, you can spend 14 days with singers of The Metropolitan Opera. Enjoy and learn more about opera with these fine young singers. Starting in Palm Beach, visit our Southern states, historic Yorktown and Williamsburg, mansions of Newport, Portland and scenic Bar Harbor Maine, our Canadian neighbors––Halifax, the fascinating Fortress of Louisbourg, Argentia and Placentia Newfoundland and end at St. John’s Newfoundland.

Be immersed in the sights and history of the USA and Canada with qualified guest lecturers’ discussions on both art and history. Enjoy the operatic repertoire of aboard recitals by three artists who have graced the stages of La Scala, Carnegie Hall, Kennedy Center, the operas of Chicago, San Francisco, Santa Fe, Glimmerglass and of course the stage of the Metropolitan. You will be identified as an Asheville Lyric Opera supporter and...

$700* OF YOUR CRUISE FARE WILL BE DONATED IN YOUR NAME BY WILLIAMSBURG TRAVEL AMERICAN EXPRESS TO THE ASHEVILLE LYRIC OPERA!

The intimacy of this elegant and handsomely appointed small luxury vessel with outstanding personalized service and cuisine, spacious suites and inviting public areas that foster an atmosphere of effortless conviviality allows you all these wonderful benefits and more:

Luxury cruise dining

Free — all shore excursions, beer/wines at meals, open bar, free water for shore excursions and more! Book a larger suite and you will be pampered with full-time butler service! No single supplement!

NO hassles waiting for hundreds of people to get on/off. No shops or sales pitches. No casinos or nightclub shows — BUT interesting lectures, concerts and wonderful fellow like-minded passengers.

PLUS — you will visit 10 exciting ports in the United States and Canada. You will be in the company of pleasant informative guides and lecturers — not only with you during the tours, but also readily available aboard ship.

You may have been to Savannah and Charleston, but enjoy it now as you learn in depth of the history and tales of the various places to be viewed. It’s an entirely new dimension!

*Book by December 15 so $700 per cabin will be donated in your name to the Asheville Lyric Opera. Book by January 15 it will be $500. Thereafter it is $300. Book early to secure best suites and make the largest donation!

Most of your fellow travelers are Travel Dynamics past cruisers. Their interests, like yours, are very much alike. It is easy to make new friends. Join this small intimate group Depart from either Palm Beach or Charleston.

SAVE $4000 per person. Discounted rates start at only $5995. NO single surcharge. All shore excursions free!

Have fun and support your Asheville Lyric Opera

Shore

ENRICHMENT PROGRAM On this unique itinerary we are pleased to offer an equally unique enrichment program. Expert guest lecturers will lecture on the history of our ports of call, and musicians selected by The Metropolitan Opera Guild will perform for our enjoyment.

Below are short biographies of the artists and experts who will accompany us on the voyage.

Performing Artists

Jeffrey Brown is a graduate of the Eastman School of Music where he studied with Natalya Antonova. Recent performance highlights include the Dame Myra Hess Series in Chicago, the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C., the Artist Presentation Society in St. Louis, the Sichuan Conservatory of Music in Chengdu, China, and summer festivals in France, Italy, Germany, and Austria. Currently, he is Assistant Professor of Piano at Western Illinois University.

Soprano Julianna Di Giacomo recently made her Italian debut in the 2008-09 season at La Scala as Lucrezia Contarini in I due Foscari.

She also appeared this past season at Carnegie Hall for the New York Choral Society’s Rossini Stabat Mater and Vaughan Williams’ Dona Nobis Pacem. A graduate of San Francisco Opera’s Merola Program, she is in the midst of a rich career, performing with a variety of opera companies including New York City Opera, Palm Beach Opera, and Opera Orchestra of New York. In addition, Miss Di Giacomo will be heard as Lina in Stiffelio at Metropolitan Opera under the baton of Plácido Domingo in January of 2010.

Chad Johnson, originally from Muskegon, MI, has participated in the young artist training programs of Chicago Opera Theater, Santa Fe Opera, Florida Grand Opera, Glimmerglass Opera, and the Tanglewood Music Center where he sang Ferrando in Mozart’s Così fan tutte under the baton of Maestro James Levine.

Recent engagements include Gérald in Lakmé (Florida Grand Opera), Don Ottavio in Don Giovanni (New Orleans Opera), Paolino in Il matrimonio segreto (BAM) as well as concert appearances with the Atlanta Symphony and Hong Kong Philharmonic.

Guest Lecturers

William R. Ferris is the Joel R. Williamson Eminent Professor of History at UNC and an adjunct professor in the Curriculum in Folklore. He is widely recognized as a leader in Southern studies, African-American music and folklore.

Dr. Ferris, who served as chairman of the National Endowment for the Humanities from 1997- 2001, has written and edited 11 books and created 14 documentary films dealing with southern topics, and he co-edited the Pulitzer Prize-nominated Encyclopedia of Southern Culture.

Dwight Young has been actively involved in historic preservation for over 30 years. He joined the staff of the National Trust for Historic Preservation in 1977, and moved to Trust headquarters in Washington in 1992.

The author of several books, including Alternatives to Sprawl, Saving America’s Treasures, he is best known as author of the “Back Page” feature in Preservation magazine. In 2003, the National Trust published a collection of these essays titled Road Trips through History. Dwight has enriched countless National Trust tours to historic destinations all over the world.

Itinerary

Cruise Itinerary map

Sunday, May 16, 2010 FLY FROM HOME CITY | ARRIVE PALM BEACH, Florida, USA | EMBARK ON CLELIA II (D)

Monday, May 17 AT SEA (B, L, D) Tuesday,

May 18 SAVANNAH, Georgia, Georgia´s oldest city, founded in 1733 by Robert Oglethorpe overlooking the Savannah River. In 1864, the city fell to Sherman´s troops and was spared certain destruction when Lincoln intervened. Visit a private home as well as the Telfair Art Museum and enjoy time to stroll the lovely streets and squares. (B, L, D)

Wednesday, May 19 CHARLESTON, South Carolina Arrive in Charleston, one of the East Coast’s loveliest cities. A cosmopolitan seaport as far back as colonial times, it was here in Charleston’s harbor that Confederate troops first fired upon Fort Sumter, thus starting the Civil War. Tour the extensive historic district, including the Heyward-Washington House, an 18th-century structure which features an enchanting garden. In the afternoon, drive to Drayton Hall.

Theoldest surviving example of Georgian Palladian architecture in the United States, Drayton Hall is also one of the only pre-Revolutionary houses that remain in close to original condition today. Or, take the ferry to Fort Sumter, site of the 1861 beginning of the Civil War. (B, L, D)

Thursday, May 20 AT SEA (B, L, D)

Friday, May 21 YORKTOWN | COLONIAL WILLIAMSBURG | YORKTOWN, Virginia From Yorktown, our excursion leads to Colonial Williamsburg. The capital of the Virginia colony from 1699 to 1780, Williamsburg is the nation’s premier living museum, offering a glimpse of life as it was in the 17th and 18th centuries. A guided tour leads along the Duke of Gloucester Street, Williamsburg’s main thoroughfare, past the Capitol, courthouse, Governor’s Palace, and Bruton Parish Church, which has held Episcopal services since 1715. Enjoy lunch at the historic King’s Arms Tavern before free time to explore the museums and side streets, which are filled with taverns, bakeries, and restored houses of coopers, apothecaries, and other tradesmen. Later, visit your choice of the Yorktown Battlefield, site of the decisive 1781 battle, or the award-winning Williamsburg Winery. (B, L, D)

Saturday, May 22 AT SEA (B, L, D)

Sunday, May 23 NEWPORT, Rhode Island Clelia II sails into the yacht-filled harbor of Newport, the one-time summer playground of New York’s wealthiest families. Many of the grand “cottages” they built are now cared for by The Preservation Society of Newport County and are open to the public. See The Breakers, the 70-room Italian Renaissance mansion of Cornelius Vanderbilt II. Visit the National Museum of American Illustration, housed in Vernon Court Mansion and exhibiting works by Noman Rockwell, Maxfield Parrish, and N.C. Wyeth. Also enjoy time at leisure exploring the historic harbor at Newport with its fine architecture. (B, L, D)

Monday, May 24 PORTLAND, Maine Arrive in Portland, Maine’s largest city, and explore the charming Old Port district, with boutiques and restaurants lining cobblestoned streets. The nearby Arts District is home to many art galleries, antique shops, and artist studios. In the heart of this quarter is The Portland Museum of Art, home to more than 18,000 works dating back to the American Colonial era. Also see the landmark Portland Observatory and one of America’s best preserved Victorian residential neighborhoods, situated on a cliff. (B, L, D)

Tuesday, May 25 BAR HARBOR, Maine Explore Bar Harbor, set amid Maine’s dramatic coast. Surrounded by Acadia National Park, this quaint fishing village on Mount Desert Island was a fashionable resort in the late 1800s and the summer home of influential families, including the Astors and Rockefellers. Tour Acadia National Park to discover the Wild Gardens of Acadia, showcasing over 300 native plant species. Also visit the Abbe Museum’s collections chronicling Maine’s 10,000 years of Native American culture and history. (B, L, D)

Wednesday, May 26 HALIFAX, Nova Scotia, CANADA Arrive in Halifax, a vital port city with impressive cultural and historic delights. See the sandstone Province House, St. Paul’s Church, the oldest building in the city, the Citadel National Historic Site and the Public Gardens. Spend the afternoon at leisure to explore Halifax’s vibrant attractions such as Historic Properties, which mixes Canada’s oldest surviving warehouses with charming boutiques and restaurants. (B, L, D)

Thursday, May 27 LOUISBOURG Call at Louisbourg, home to the Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site, Canada’s largest historic park. Often called the Williamsburg of Canada, the French defended this fortified settlement many times against the British from 1713 until 1758, when they were finally defeated. Today it is a living museum that re-creates 18th-century life through costumes and reconstruction. Visitors are transported back to 1744 thanks to the partial rebuilding of the settlement, including the ramparts, King’s Bastion, homes, businesses, and streets. Actors play the roles of 18th-century inhabitants, including bakers, soldiers, musicians, and royalty. (B, L, D)

Friday, May 28 ARGENT IA | PLACENT IA | ST. MARY ’S ECOLOGICAL RESERVE, Newfoundland Overlooking a bay on the Avalon Peninsula, Argentia is one of Newfoundland’s finest harbors. From here, there will be a choice of excursions. Explore Placentia, a picturesque town that was once the French capital of Newfoundland, with its Castle Hill National Site, the remains of 17th- and 18th-century French and British Fortifications, the O’Reilly House Museum, and other buildings. Or, travel to St. Mary’s Ecological Reserve, one of the largest bird sanctuaries in North America, and nesting place for over 70,000 kittiwakes, razorbills, and other birds. (B, L, D)

Saturday, May 29 ST. JOHN’S, Newfoundland | DISEMBARK | FLY TO USA (B)

Program Inclusions

Lighthouse
  • 13-night cruise aboard the all-suite,100-guest Clelia II
  • Welcome and farewell cocktail receptions aboard ship
  • All meals aboard ship, including house wine, beer, and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
  • Open bar aboard ship throughout the cruise
  • Complete program of excursions
  • Educational program of lectures and discussions by accompanying guest lecturers
  • Recitals by accompanying performers
  • Travel Dynamics International tour staff
  • Transfer from the ship to the airport in St. John´s on the designated program departure date
  • Port and embarkation taxes
  • Gratuities to porters, guides, and drivers

NOT INCLUDED: Airfare; visa and passport fees; luggage and trip cancellation insurance; meals, soft drinks, and alcoholic beverages other than those specified above; personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, faxes, and e-mail service; and gratuities to shipboard personnel

If your birthday or that of your traveling companion falls within the dates of this trip, our tour operator, Travel Dynamics International, will extend a celebratory 50% off from one person´s listed cruise and land rates. Please note that this offer cannot be combined with any other offers.

Clelia II, elegance in small-ship cruising

More like a private yacht than a cruise ship, Clelia II accommodates only 100 guests in 50 suites.

Clelia II’s limited guest capacity, fine facilities, and distinctive style of operation attract like-minded travelers who return again and again to enjoy its custom-crafted itineraries and a style of cruising that is rarely found today.

More than just a cruise, each voyage provides a comprehensive experience that reveals the singular aspects of the destinations. Aboard, a sense of community and a spirit of camaraderie prevail. All of Clelia II’s suites face outside, providing views of the sea and landscape. Several have a private balcony.

There are expansive open deck areas and attractive lounges and other facilities, including a gym, spa, library, beauty salon, two lounges, a sun deck with Jacuzzi, and an outdoor cafe. An elegant restaurant accommodates all guests in an open, unassigned seating. The cuisine is outstanding, and the overall service is efficient and friendly while unobtrusive.

An elevator serves all decks. A resident physician attends a well-equipped infirmary. Served by 65 seasoned officers and crew, Clelia II complies with the latest international safety regulations, including those of the U.S. Coast Guard, meets the requirements of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention/U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, and is outfitted with the most current navigational and communications technology.

Please Contact
Deanne Dallo CTC DS – Your Expert in Travel
Williamsburg Travel American Express
Tel: 800/375-6248 - Direct 770/650-2768 - Fax 770/650-5990

Seabourn Specials

August 24, 2009 by Jack Kennard  
Filed under Luxury Cruises

Seabourn Cruise Lines

With an unmatched sense of style, elegance and grace, The Yachts of Seabourn welcome you to travel beyond the bounds of the imagination.

Aboard Seabourn, every desire is met promptly and with a welcoming smile. Whether it'­s a warm blanket and a cup of gourmet hot chocolate as you drift along the Fjords in Norway or a relaxing neck massage poolside, you'll feel that you're a member of a very exclusive club.

From the Mediterranean to the Greek Isles, there's never been a better time to go yachting in Europe. Now at the most attractive fares you’ve ever seen from Seabourn...up to 60% off. Enjoy savings on all four Seabourn yachts, including Seabourn Odyssey, the world's most exciting new yacht.

On Seabourn
Come and join Terry Brennan, President of Williamsburg-American Express, on a special sailing on the all suite Seabourn Spirit, sailing round trip from St Thomas December 2 – 9, 2009.

In addition to an American Express Cocktail Reception, there will also be an Intimate Shoreside Experience, only for this group!

Cruise the beautiful waters of the Caribbean, visiting Deshaies, Antigua, St. Barts, St. Martin and Prickly Pear Island. Live your dream on board ship as your every whim is indulged by the staff, nearly one staff member per guest.

Enjoy the open bar, the in-suite bar and refrigerator stocked with your preferred beverages, and the numerous dining options, all included in your cruise price, with no tipping required or expected. It is luxury at its finest!

The Seabourn Suite, Category A, your wonderful accommodations, is priced at the remarkably low rate of $1951.45 per person!

Don’t Delay! Call and reserve your Suite today!

Seabourn Yaghts
Asian Capitals & Vietnam Seabourn PrideFebruary 13 and 27, March 13, 2010 14 days between Singapore and Hong Kong. Fares from $5,249.
Atlantic Sunsets TransatlanticSeabourn SpiritNovember 15, 2009 12 days Lisbon to Ft. Lauderdale. Fares from $2,765.
Caribbean GetawaySeabourn SpiritDecember 16, 2009 5 days from Ft. Lauderdale to St. Thomas. Fares from $1,349.
Panama, Belize & Costa RicaSeabourn LegendNovember 23, December 7, 2009 14 days between Ft. Lauderdale and Caldera, Costa Rica. Fares from $3,599.
Caribbean TapestrySeabourn OdysseyNovember 28, 2009 12 days round trip from Ft. Lauderdale. Fares from $3,999.
Four new special-value segments have been created for the Bon Voyage Event.
Contact us
for details.
MediterraneanSeabourn PrideOctober 8 - 15, 2009 7 days from Lisbon to Barcelona. Fares from $2,899.
MediterraneanSeabourn PrideOctober 15 - 24, 2009 9 days from Barcelona to Piraeus (Athens). Fares from $3,499.
MediterraneanSeabourn OdysseyOctober 17 - 23, 2009 6 days from Istanbul to Valletta, Malta. Fares from $3,499.
MediterraneanSeabourn OdysseyOctober 23 - 31, 2009 8 days from Valletta, Malta to Malaga, Spain. Fares from $4,499.
 
Seabourn's Yachting Collection
Locations Ship Dates Days
Italian Idyll Seabourn Spirit SEP 12, OCT 3 or OCT 17, 2009 7 days
Venice, Italy to Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy Special Fares from $2,999
Corfu & Croatian Isles Seabourn Spirit SEP 19, 2009 7 days
Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy to Venice, Italy Special Fares from $3,299
Dalmatian Gems Seabourn Spirit SEP 5, 2009 7 days
Round-trip Venice, Italy Special Fares from $3,299
Cote D'Azur & Spanish Isles Seabourn Legend SEP 12 or OCT 10, 2009 7 days
Monte Carlo, Monaco to Barcelona, Spain Special Fares from $2,999
The Yachtsman's Riviera Seabourn Legend SEP 19, 2009 7 days
Barcelona, Spain to Monte Carlo, Monaco Special Fares from $3,299
Monte Carlo, Monaco to Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy Special Fares from $3,299
Sardinia, Corsica & Cote D'Azur Seabourn Legend SEP 5 or OCT 3, 2009 7 days
Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy to Monte Carlo, Monaco Special Fares from $2,999
Aegean Odyssey Seabourn Odyssey SEP 19, 2009 7 days
Istanbul, Turkey to Pireaus (Athens), Greece Special Fares from $3,449
Greece & Dalmatian Delights Seabourn Odyssey SEP 26, 2009 7 days
Pireaus (Athens), Greece to Venice, Italy Special Fares from $3,449
Grand Mediterranean II Seabourn Pride OCT 8, 2009 16 days
Lisbon, Portugal to Pireaus (Athens), Greece Special Fares from $5,999

Step aboard any one of our yachts Seabourn Pride, Seabourn Spirit, Seabourn Legend or the new Seabourn Odyssey and you'll enjoy a sophisticated and luxurious journey like no other.

Seabourn Odyssey Itineraries
From the Mediterranean to the Greek Isles, to tropical playgrounds in the Caribbean, there's never been a better time to go yachting with Seabourn. Enjoy exceptional savings on Seabourn Odyssey, the world's most exciting new yacht, now up to 65% off.
LocationsDatesDaysItinerary
Adriatic & Greek Isles AUG 1, SEP 5 or OCT 3, 2009 7 days Venice, Italy to Pireaus (Athens), Greece Special Fares from $2,749
Greek Isles & Turkey AUG 8, SEP 12 or OCT 10, 2009 7 days Pireaus (Athens), Greece to Istanbul, Turkey Special Fares from $2,749
Aegean Odyssey JUL 18 or SEP 19, 2009 7 days Istanbul, Turkey to Pireaus (Athens), Greece Special Fares from $2,999
Greece & Dalmatian Delights JUL 25, AUG 29 or SEP 26, 2009 7 days Pireaus (Athens), Greece to Venice, Italy Special Fares from $2,999
Black Sea Discoveries JUL 8, 2009 10 days Round-trip Istanbul, Turkey Special Fares from $6,996
Black Sea & Turkish Treasures AUG 15, 2009 14 days Istanbul, Turkey to Pireaus (Athens), Greece Special Fares from $9,795
Caribbean Tapestry NOV 28 or DEC 10, 2009 12 days Round-trip Fort Lauderdale, Florida Special Fares from $3,499
Seabourn Sojourn Itineraries
Date Days Locations
Jun 20, 2010 14 Days Midsummer Nights Round-trip Dover, United Kingdom
Jul 27, 2010 12 Days Scandinavia & Russia Round-trip Copenhagen, Denmark
Jul 25, 2010 12 Days Scandinavia & Russia Sail & Stay Round-trip Copenhagen, Denmark
Jul 27, 2010 26 Days Grand Voyage Copenhagen Round-trip Copenhagen, Denmark
Aug 8, 2010 14 Days Norwegian Fjords & Scotland Round-trip Copenhagen, Denmark
Aug 6, 2010 14 Days Norwegian Fjords & Scotland Sail & Stay Round-trip Copenhagen, Denmark
Aug 8, 2010 26 Days Grand Voyage Copenhagen Round-trip Copenhagen, Denmark
Aug 22, 2010 12 Days Scandinavia & Russia Round-trip Copenhagen, Denmark
Aug 22, 2010 12 Days Scandinavia & Russia Sail & Stay Round-trip Copenhagen, Denmark
Aug 22, 2010 24 Days Grand Voyage Copenhagen Round-trip Copenhagen, Denmark
Sep 3, 2010 12 Days Scandinavia & Russia Round-trip Copenhagen, Denmark
  Come and join Terry Brennan,  President of Williamsburg Travel  American Express, on a special sailing on the all suite  Seabourne Sprirt, sailing round trip from St Thomas December 2 – 9, 2009. In addition to an American Express Cocktail Reception, there will also be an Intimate Shoreside Experience, only for this group! Caribbean, visiting Deshaies, Antigua, St. Barts, St. Martin and Prickly. Live your dream on board ship as your every whim is indulged by the staff, nearly one staff member per guest.   Enjoy the open bar, the in-suite bar and refrigerator stocked with your preferred beverages, and the numerous dining options, all included in your cruise price, with no tipping required or expected.  It is luxury at its finest! The Seabourn Suite, Category A, your wonderful accommodations, is priced at the remarkably low rate of $1951.45 per person! Don’t Delay!  Call and reserve your Suite today!

Prices are based on availability and can change without notice. Contact one of our Luxury cruise experts and find the right Seabourn Luxury Cruise package for you.

Azamara Quest Cruise Lines

August 14, 2009 by Jack Kennard  
Filed under Luxury Cruises

Azamara Quest

Azamara Quest is the new, deluxe cruise experience for discerning travelers who long to reach out-of-the-ordinary destinations and indulge in amenities and service unparalleled on the high seas. Azamara is a branch of Celebrity Cruises, Inc.

Panama Canal Azamara Cruises consists of two intimate ships, Azamara Journey and Azamara Quest. Each can carry 710 fortunate guests and because they are smaller and sleeker than larger cruise ships, they can sail to ports that others simply cannot reach.

In addition to offering a more personalized experience, these ships have recently undergone a $17.5 million revitalization with new European bedding and soft goods, flat screen televisions, new veranda decking and furniture, and wireless internet service in all staterooms and public areas. Plus, 93% of the staterooms offer ocean views and 68% have a private veranda.

The unique offerings of Azamara Quest are beyond compare: bird

  • Butler service is provided in every stateroom
  • Shore excursions, are designed to let you become part of the fabric of life in each destination, instead of merely being an observer.
  • An enrichment programs offer everything from culinary to photographic explorations.
  • Two specialty restaurants provide the finest cuisine at sea.
  • Live entertainment can be enjoyed nightly.
  • And a level of service offered is unmatched.

Michael's ClubSoak up the sounds of a grand piano as you share an intimate nightcap in this locale. The rich tones and deep, welcoming chairs of Michael's Club make it the ideal place to savor a single-malt scotch or late-evening cordial.

Martini Bar The sophisticated Martini Bar offers 20 variations of this famous libation. Gather with friends to warm up the evening before dinner or celebrate all in this trendy hot spot before heading over to the disco.

Online@Celebrity Cruises We know that you will want to share your cruise experience with your friends and family before you return home. Visit our onboard Internet stations and send an email.

AquaSpa by Elemis Relax in our impressive AquaSpa and let us transport you to a whole new world with treatments inspired by rituals from exotic cultures. Discover a state of complete tranquility as you experience the most luxurious spa afloat.

Azamara specials to Europe
DatesDaysLocationsInsideOcean ViewVerandaSuite
9/16/09 10VCE/BCN -$1,949 $2,599-
9/26/0911BCN/VCE- $1,899- $3,049
10/7/09 10VCE/ROM -$2,199 -$4,999
Reduced Air Specials
10/7/0910VCE/ROM ---$6,699
10/17/0914ROM/ATH ---$7,999
Onboard Credit
Receive an Onboard Credit when you book a Veranda or Suite between August 1 and 31, 2009.
Destination & Dates Nights Destanations
Ancient Empires
November 14, 2009
14 Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy; Sorrento, Italy; Chios, Greece; Istanbul, Turkey; Ephesus (Kusadasi), Turkey; Bodrum, Turkey; Fethiye, Turkey; Antalya, Turkey; Limassol, Cyprus; Alexandria, Egypt; Athens (Piraeus), Greece
Southeast Asia
February 20, 2010
14 Singapore, Singapore; Bangkok (Klong Toey), Thailand; Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam; Hue (Danang), Vietnam; Hanoi (Halong Bay), Vietnam; Hong Kong, China

Book a veranda at Oceanview pricing
LocationNightsDateVeranda Stateroom Starting from
Western Mediterranean109/16/09 $2599
Ancient Empires1410/31/09 $1699
Ancient Empires1411/14/09$1,549
Athens to Singapore 2411/28/09$2,499
Asia 1412/22/09$2,499
Asia141/23/10 $2199
Asia143/6/10$2,599
Singapore to Athens244/9/10$2,699

Each Azamara Quest itinerary has several days at sea.

Azamara Quest is a very small ship, 710 passengers. Ask about fuel or other charges and fees. Prices are based on availability and can change without notice. These are just some of the Azamara itineraries provided by Azamara Cruise Lines.

Shop online with Azamara or contact one of our cruise specialist and find the right luxury cruise & tour package for you.

Mediterranean

August 2009
14 Night Best Of Italy Cruise
Rome, Sorrento, Taormina Sicily, Ravenna, Venice, Dubrovnik Croatia, Olbia, Sardinia, Florence, Rome (civitavecchia)

August 2009
14 Night Black Sea Cruise
Rome (civitavecchia) Italy, Sorrento Italy, Santorini Greece, Ephesus (kusadasi) Turkey, Chios Greece, Istanbul Turkey, Sinop Turkey, Yalta Ukraine, Sevastopol Ukraine, Odessa Ukraine, Varna Bulgaria, Athens

Sempember 6th 2009
10Nt Eastern Med & Adriatic Coast Cruise
Athens, Mykonos, Greece, Ephesus (kusadasi), Bodrum Turkey, Delphi Greece, Sarande Albania, Split Croatia, Ravenna Italy, Koper Slovenia, Venice Italy

September 26th, 2009
11 Night Western Mediterranean Cruise
Barcelona Spain, Monte Carlo Monaco, Portofino Italy, Florence Italy, Rome (civitavecchia) Italy, Sorrento Italy, Split Croatia, Ravenna Italy, Koper Slovenia, Venice

November 14th, 2009
14 Night Ancient Empires Cruise
Rome (civitavecchia), Italy 6:00 PM 15-Nov Sorrento Italy, Istanbul Turkey, Ephesus (kusadasi)- Bodrum - Fethiye and Antalya Turkey, Limassol Cyprus, Alexandria Egypt, Athens (piraeus) Greece

November 28th, 2009
24 Night Athens To Singapore Cruise
Athens (piraeus) Greece, Alexandria Egypt, Suez Canal (passage), Dubai United Arab Emirates, Mumbai (bombay) India, Cochin India, Penang Malaysia, Port Kelang Malaysia, Singapore

December 22, 2009
18 Night Southeast Asia Cruise
Singapore, Bangkok(klong Toey) Thailand, Ho Chi Minh City Vietnam, Hue (danang) Vietnam, Hanoi (halong Bay) Vietnam, Canton (guangzhou) China, Hong Kong China

More itineraries coming soon.

Azamara Quest is a very small ship, 710 passengers. Prices are based on availability and can change without notice. These are just some of the Azamara itineraries provided by Azamara Cruise Lines. Shop online with Celebrity or contact one of our cruise specialist and find the right luxury cruise & tour package for you.

QM2 Transatlantic Cruises

July 1, 2009 by Jack Kennard  
Filed under Luxury Cruises

Carnival Queen Mary 2
Queen Mary 2, QM2, It was a more civilized era, the golden age of luxury cruises.

Crossing the ocean was a grand event unto itself, the very embodiment of sophistication and privilege. And traveling Cunard was what one naturally chose for such a voyage.

Qm2 Cunard's glorious ocean liners were floating palaces of art deco splendor and Edwardian excess, surrounding guests with every comfort and luxury.

Cunard Line is proud to announce that Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter James Taylor and his band will perform during Queen Mary 2’s June 19 eastbound Transatlantic Crossing. Sailing from New York to Southampton, England, Taylor will headline two Cunard Command Performances in the ship’s Royal Court Theatre during the six-day journey. (Space is still available to book this very special voyage!)

The Kennedy Center Chamber Players Nigel Boon

Cunard, the Official Cruise Line of the National Symphony Orchestra, is pleased to announce that members of The Kennedy Center Chamber Players, as well as the Director of Artistic Planning for the National Symphony Orchestra, Nigel Boon, will be joining the September 8, 2009 Transatlantic Crossing on-board QM2.

The Kennedy Center Chamber Players, a group of National Symphony Orchestra principals, has earned extraordinary praise since its debut in 2003. Described by the Washington Post as “a new must-see chamber ensemble,” the group will delight Queen Mary 2 guests with their outstanding performances.

Mr. Boon will also be available to share stories from his extensive career in music publishing, production, marketing and management. These special appearances will be presented as part of Cunard’s award-winning enrichment program, Cunard Insights.

Your clients can reserve a place now on the September 8, 2009 Transatlantic Crossing or the 24-day Grand Mediterranean Highlights voyage to enjoy this musical adventure.

QM2 was the quintessence of luxury travel, and getting there was truly half the fun. Caribbean Choices You may have been to the Caribbean before, but when you sail through these sparkling waters with QM-2, you´ll understand the difference of a voyage aboard Cunard´s classic ocean liners. Queen Mary 2 tempts you this fall on a 10-day Southern Caribbean Calypso itinerary. Pool area Sail round-trip from Fort Lauderdale and delight in the welcoming culture of the islands in Curaçao, Grenada, Barbados and other charming ports of call.

Or embark on an 8-day Caribbean Adventure from New York to Fort Lauderdale that stops in stunning St. Kitts, as well as Grenada and Bonaire. Boston Symphony Orchestra

To celebrate the partnership between Boston Symphony Orchestra and Cunard Cruise Lines: The Boston Symphony Chamber Players will perform aboard the magnificent QM2 on her Transatlantic Crossing from New York to Southampton on September 4–10, 2008.

September 8, 2009 – Eastbound
The Kennedy Center Chamber Players
As part of our ongoing mission to support artistic excellence in the performing arts, Cunard has formed a partnership with the National Symphony Orchestra. Guests onboard the September 8, 2009 Crossing will delight in performances by The Kennedy Center Chamber Players, a group of National Symphony Orchestra principals. Joining the engagement will be Nigel Boon, Director of Artistic Planning.

He brings with him a long and prolific background in music publishing, production, marketing and management.

30% Savings on Transatlantic
Join Queen Mary-2 on a classic 6-day Transatlantic Crossing and take advantage of extraordinary savings - with unprecedented Welcome Aboard fares.
Transatlantic Crossing: 6 days Ports include: New York and Southampton
East Bound July 6 July 30 August 23 September 8 October 9 November 5 West Bound July 24 August 17 August 29 September 26 October 23 November 11
OnBoard Credit
(perPerson) 6-8 day Voyages 9+ day Voyages
Grils $150 $300
Balcony $100 $200
Oceanview Inside $50 $100
Wherever you decide to sail, you’ll be able to enjoy your onboard credit for a luxurious spa treatment, to shop in the wonderful Cunard boutiques, enjoy a fine bottle of Champagne or however you choose.

Prices are based on availability and can change without notice. Be sure to ask about taxes, fuel charges and extra fees. Contact one of our cruise experts and find the right Queen Mary 2 or Cunard Cruise package for you.

QM2 Queen Mary 2 Itinerary 2009 Dine on the QE2 in the Britannia.Queen Mary 2 QM2, It was a more civilized era, the golden age of sea travel.
  1. 12-Jul-09, 6 days Westbound Transatlantic Southampton, New York
  2. 18-Jul-09, 6 days Eastbound Transatlantic New York, Southampton
  3. 24-Jul-09, 6 days Westbound Transatlantic Southampton, New York
  4. 30-Jul-09, 6 days Eastbound Transatlantic New York, Southampton
  5. 30-Jul-09, 8 days Eastbound Transatlantic New York, Southampton, Hamburg
  6. 30-Jul-09, 24 days Grand Northern Splendors New York, Southampton, Hamburg, Oslo, Stavanger, Bergen, Hellesylt, (for Shore Excursions) Geiranger, Ålesund, Hamburg, Southampton, New York
  7. 7-Aug-09, 8 days Northern Splendors Hamburg, Oslo, Stavanger, Bergen, Hellesylt, (for Shore Excursions) Geiranger, Ålesund, Hamburg
  8. 15-Aug-09, 8 days Westbound Transatlantic Hamburg, Southampton, New York
  9. 17-Aug-09 Mon, 6 days Westbound Transatlantic Southampton, New York
  10. 23-Aug-09, 6 days Eastbound Transatlantic New York, Southampton
  11. 29-Aug-09, 6 days Westbound Transatlantic Southampton, New York
  12. 4-Sep-09, 4 days Labor Day Getaway New York, Saint John (New Brunswick), New York
  13. 8-Sep-09, 6 days Eastbound Transatlantic New York, Southampton
  14. 8-Sep-09, 24 days Grand Mediterranean Highlights New York, Southampton, Lisbon, Gibraltar, Rome (Civitavecchia), Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Monte Carlo, Barcelona, Southampton, New York
  15. 14-Sep-09, 12 days Mediterranean Highlights Southampton, Lisbon, Gibraltar, Rome (Civitavecchia), Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Monte Carlo, Barcelona, Southampton
  16. 26-Sep-09, 6 days Westbound Transatlantic Southampton, New York
  17. 2-Oct-09, 7 days Splendours of Autumn New York, Newport, Boston, Bar Harbor, Saint John (New Brunswick), Halifax
  18. 9-Oct-09, 6 days Eastbound Transatlantic New York, Southhampton
  19. 9-Oct-09 Fri M932A 20 days Grand Around the British Isles New York, Southhampton, Edinburgh (South Queensferry), Glasgow (Greenock), Liverpool, Cork, Cherbourg (for Normandy), Southhampton, New York
  20. 15-Oct-09 Thu M933 8 days Around the British Isles Southampton, Edinburgh (South Queensferry), Glasgow (Greenock), Liverpool, Cork, Cherbourg (for France), Southampton
  21. 23-Oct-09 Fri M934 6 days Westbound Transatlantic Southampton, New York
  22. 29-Oct-09 Thu M935 7 days Splendours of Autumn New York, Newport, Boston, Bar Harbor, Saint John (New Brunswick), Halifax, New York
  23. 5-Nov-09 Thu M936 6 days Eastbound Transatlantic New York, Southampton
  24. 11-Nov-09 Wed M937 6 days Westbound Transatlantic Southampton, New York Spa on the QM2
  25. 17-Nov-09 Tue M938 13 days Caribbean Delights New York, Cristobal, Curaçao, Grenada, Barbados, St. Kitts, Tortola, New York
  26. 30-Nov-09 Mon M939 10 days Connoisseur's Caribbean New York, St. Maarten, Barbados, Grenada, St. Lucia, St. Thomas, New York
  27. 10-Dec-09 Thu M940 10 days Connoisseur's Caribbean New York, St. Maarten, Barbados, Grenada, St. Lucia, St. Thomas, New York
  28. 20-Dec-09 Sun M001 15 days Caribbean Celebration New York, Grand Turk, Tortola, Curaçao, Grenada, Barbados, St. Lucia, Dominica, St. Kitts, St. Thomas, New York
Queen Mary 2 Itineraries for 2011

If you´re looking for an option to join the Cunard World Cruise in 2011 with Queen Mary 2, but haven´t the time for a full voyage, consider one of these Liner Cruises.

These wonderful shorter sailings range from 38 to 80 days, focusing on specific regions of the World. It´s a great way to participate in the excitement and legacy of the world´s greatest cruises, on the most magnificent cruise ship of them all.

1/13/1123New York to Cape Town New York, Ft. Lauderdale, Barbados, Salvador, Rio de Janeiro, Montevideo, Cape Town (overnight)
Join Queen Mary 2 for the first part of her 2011 World Voyage to incredible Cape Town, where you’ll enjoy an overnight stay, with Caribbean and South American ports en route.
2/5/1117Cape Town to Sydney CAPE TOWN, Durban, Mauritius (Port Louis), Perth (Freemantle), Adelaide, Sydney.
Departing from the Cape of Good Hope, you’re bound for relaxed days sailing southern seas — including visits to Durban, Perth, Adelaide and the isle of Mauritius.
2/22/1125Sydney to Hong KongSydney (overnight), Christchurch (Lyttelton), Auckland, Guam, Tokyo (Yokohama), Nagasaki, Beijing (Xingang), Shanghai, HONG KONG (overnight)
On this cruise, the gems of the Pacific Rim await you including Auckland, Guam, Tokyo, Beijing and Shanghai. You´ll also be treated to overnight stays in Sydney and Hong Kong.
3/19/1115Hong Kong to Dubai Hong Kong, Nha Trang, Bangkok (Laem Chabang), Singapore, Phuket, Mumbai, DUBAI.
One of the most exotic of all Queen Mary 2´s segments, this voyage includes highlights from fascinating Vietnam and Thailand to incredible India and modern Dubai.
4/3/1123Dubai to New YorkDubai, Safaga (for Luxor/Karnak), Sharm El Sheik, Suez (for Cairo & Giza shore excursion drop off), Transit the Suez Canal, Rome (Civitavecchia), Monte Carlo, Barcelona, Southampton, New York
Visit several ports in Egypt and see the country´s most famous antiquities before visiting Mediterranean shores. A Transatlantic Crossing concludes your sailing.
4/19/117Southhampton to New YorkSouthhampton, New York

Silversea Cruises

May 6, 2009 by Jack Kennard  
Filed under Luxury Cruises

All- inclusive luxury

50% Savings – All Suites – 39 Worldwide Voyages

For a limited time, savvy travellers can take advantage of unprecedented booking incentives on diverse itineraries exploring virtually every nook and corner of the globe … from the Arctic to the Antarctic … from Australia to Zanzibar.

The ultra-luxury cruise company has expanded its popular Silver Sailing programme to itineraries that encompass all seven continents — and also boosted the savings available on many of these voyages to 50%, with 39 worldwide voyages offering 50% savings in all suite categories.

Plus, an array of Silver Sailing voyages offer additional perks such as free or reduced air programmes … and US$1,000 Onboard Spending Credits.

Featured Itineraries for 2009
50% Savings on all Suite Categories
$1000 onboard spending credit
and free or specially priced airfare
Date Days Departures / Arrivals Ship Itineraries Savings
Sept 19 8 London to Reykjavik Silver Cloud Northern Europe 50% $3,747
Oct 19 10 New York to Barbados Silver Cloud Caribbean 50% $3,397
Dec 4 16 Buenos Aires to Santiago Silver Cloud South America 50% $6,697
Aug 14 7 Venice to Athens Silver Wind Mediterranean 50% $3,597
Sept 15 9 Rome to Barcelona Silver Wind Mediterranean 50% $4,647
Oct 8 10 Athens to Istanbul Silver Wind Mediterranean 50% $4,897
Jul 20 12 San Francisco Roundtrip Silver Shadow Alaska 50% $4,747
Aug 18 7 Seward to Vancouver Silver Shadow Alaska 50% $2,647
Aug 25 9 Vancouver to Vancouver Silver Shadow Alaska 50% $3,397
Oct 28 9 Ft. Lauderdale to Barbados Silver Shadow Caribbean 50% $3,047
Aug 8 7 Rome to Monte Carlo Silver Whisper Mediterranean 50% $3,497
Sept 12 7 Istanbul to Athens Silver Whisper Mediterranean 50% $3,497
Oct 17 7 Monte Carlo to Athens Silver Whisper Mediterranean 50% $3,297
Dec 3 16 Singapore to Sydney Silver Whisper The Far East 50% $6,347
Jul 4 10 Tromso to Longyearbyen Prince Albert II Arctic 50% $3,247
Nov 1 11 Santiago to Ushuaia Prince Albert II Chilean Fjords 50% $3,297
Nov 29 11 Ushuaia to Ushuaia Prince Albert II Antarctica 50% $4,397

Silversea announces 50% savings on all suite categories for 39 worldwide
itineraries, including the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, Alaska, the Caribbean,
South America, Africa, Australia and Transatlantic voyages.

50% Savings are also available on all suite/stateroom categories for select Silversea Expeditions to the Arctic and Antarctica.

This special 50% Savings opportunity may even be combined, where applicable, with Silversea’s FREE & specially priced air and $1,000 on-board spending credit offers.

Silversea Distinctions

  1. Intimate, elegant ships – extraordinary space per guest ratio
  2. Superlative service – crew to guest ratio of nearly 1 to 1
  3. All ocean-view accommodation – including spacious suites with private verandas
  4. Butler service in premium suites
  5. Open-seating restaurants – no assigned dining time, no assigned table
  6. Gourmet menus by Relais & Châteaux – Silversea’s Preferred Culinary Partner
  7. Enrichment hosts and sophisticated entertainment

All-Inclusive Amenities

  1. Fares include all onboard gratuities
  2. Complimentary beverages served throughout the ship – including fine wines, champagnes, spirits, bottled water and soft drinks
  3. Complimentary 24-hour room service
  4. Complimentary shoreside events (select voyages)
  5. Complimentary guided expeditions (Prince Albert II)
  6. Complimentary transportation into town in most ports of call

Crystal Cruise Line

January 13, 2009 by Jack Kennard  
Filed under Luxury Cruises

Crystal Cruises

Venice to Barcelona
June 14th, 2009 14 days
Sail on a memorable 14-day combo cruise and tour the picturesque cities of Sorrento, Barcelona, Dubrovnik and Rome. Plus, you will enjoy savings of up to $1,500 per person ($3,000 per couple), all part of our Europe 15 Year Award-Winning Celebration!

Athens to Rome
May 31st, 2009 7 days
You can sail on a historic Mediterranean cruise next summer and enjoy new low fares from just $2,995 or receive a savings of up to $1,010 per stateroom. This is a perfect opportunity to receive tremendous value on a luxury European vacation.

Book any 2009 Europe, Trans-Atlantic and Crystal Symphony Asia cruise by March 31, 2009 and save 20% on most 2010 voyages. Take advantage of great fares on 2009 and guarantee 2010 savings today!

China & Japan:

Enjoy an inclusive three-night pre- or post-cruise Extended Land Program on voyages 9207 and 9208 in Beijing with visits to some of Asia’s most legendary sights.

Journey to the Forbidden City, the world of The Last Emperor. Between the 15th and early 20th centuries, this magnificent complex, containing 210 acres of pavilions, gardens and courtyards, was home to 24 emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties.

Next, visit the Tiananmen Square, which was originally designed and built in 1651, it was enlarged to approximately one hundred acres and cemented over 1958 to accommodate large gatherings of more than one million people.

Enjoy a fascinating rickshaw tour of the historic Hutong districts and savor a spectacular dinner and performance at the Great Hall of the People.

Explore the Great Wall – a 47-mile journey through the countryside to one of mankinds most impressive creations. In addition, adventure to the landscape gardens of the Summer Palace (the garden was originally known as the Garden of Clear Ripples and served as testimony to China’s scientific and technological achievements.

On board luxurious Crystal Symphony, each of these voyages includes enriching Experiences of Discovery featuring a Mind, Body and Spirit Theme Cruise with instruction in yoga, Pilates and Tai Chi and expert guest lectures including a wellness seminar from the Cleveland Clinic.

Also enjoy new fitness equipment including spin bikes and Kinesis™ machines. For fashion enthusiasts, marvel at the Fashion & Style Theme Cruise including fashion shows, themed diners and cocktails parties, plus movies and documentaries celebrating the exciting world of fashion.

Crystal Cruises

South East Asia:

Discover South East Asia and receive a two- category upgrade! Plus, when you travel with your friends and family you will receive 1 free berth for every 10 full-fare guests.

Tour the bustling, dynamic streets Ho Chi Minh City that include street markets, shops, cafes and delight in the richness of its culture.

Marvel at the gleaming temples and savor the delicious Thai cuisine in Bangkok with an overnight stay that allows you to explore the city’s nightlife.

Venture through the modern city of Singapore that glistens with wealth and celebrate the exotic beauty of the city’s old mosques and temples.

On board your six-star ship, golf enthusiasts will treasure our Golf Theme Cruise (V9209) featuring the instruction of golf teaching professionals.

Plus, enjoy up to seven evening dining options, including open seating specialty restaurants featuring the cuisine of world-renowned restaurateurs Nobu Matuhisa and Piero Selvaggio.

Experience the simple luxury and award-winning service of the World’s Best. Call us for details!

Prices are based on availability and can change without notice. Contact one of our Luxury cruise experts and find the right Luxury Cruise package for you.

Queen Victoria

January 12, 2009 by Jack Kennard  
Filed under Luxury Cruises

Queen Victoria
Queen Victoria

Cunard is pleased to announce the 2009 itinerary for Queen Victoria.

Following her sold-out Inaugural, Holiday, and maiden World Cruise, the newest ocean liner, Queen Victoria will sail the length and breadth of Europe for summer 2008.

There she will sail 14 unique itineraries, from the stunning Norwegian Fjords, to historic St. Petersburg, Russia and into the legendary Mediterranean and Aegean Seas.

Queen Victoria will spend her first summer based in the sunny Mediterranean, with an array of exciting itineraries to some of the most enchanting ports of call in the region.

Many of Queen Victoria´s voyages begin and end in different classic Mediterranean destinations, such as the Ancient Wonders of the Mediterranean voyage which embarks in Rome and concludes in Athens. Or Greek Isles & Aegean Shores which sails from Venice to Istanbul.

Several voyages include overnight stays in some of the world’s most charming cities, including Barcelona, Venice, and Istanbul.

OnBoard Credit
(perPerson) 6-8 day Voyages 9+ day Voyages
Grils $150 $300
Balcony $100 $200
Oceanview Inside $50 $100
Wherever you decide to sail, you’ll be able to enjoy your onboard credit for a luxurious spa treatment, to shop in the wonderful Cunard boutiques, enjoy a fine bottle of Champagne or however you choose.

Cunardia, Cunard Museum
Destined to become one of Queen Victoria´s most captivating features, Cunardia enlightens and entertains visitors with heartfelt anecdotes and artifacts dating from Cunard´s Queens of the 20th century.

Retired Commodore Ronald Warwick serves as Honorary Curator and oversees an abundance of Cunard memorabilia and vintage souvenirs, including Queen Mary´s log book and her historic zigzag clock. This vital timekeeping device alerted navigators as to when to change course during the operation known as zigzagging — a tactic designed to confuse WWII U-boats.

Fine Dining
From afternoon tea to cocktails and dining, Queen Victoria is Cunard’s showcase on tradition. Aboard Queen Victoria, you will find the grand tradition of cocktails and dining as an anticipated event.

As you move through the day, they will be a wide array of
culinary and cocktail venue choices, ranging from the Commodore Club, the Golden Lion Pub and the Queens Room to favorites like the Veuve Clicquot Champagne Bar and Todd English.

Queens Room, Afternoon Tea
Cunard’s formal ballroom, the Queens Room on Decks Two and Three, is the setting for one of the most civilized customs: traditional afternoon tea served by white-gloved waiters. Reminiscent of a grand ballroom in a large country house, the dramatic double-height space features gleaming crystal chandeliers and specially commissioned murals. A variety of musicians, including a harpist and string quartet, will perform in the Queens Room on a rotating basis.

Dining

The Britannia Restaurant
is a strikingly elegant space featuring a soaring double-height ceiling offset by cornices and intimate groupings of tables that belie the room´s magnificent size. Inspired by the dining car of the famed Golden Arrow that linked London to Paris, the restaurant´s Art Deco design influences are captured in its original artwork, wall sconces and a combination of authentic finishes that include polished wood, bronze mirror and gold leaf.

The Commodore Club
on Deck 10 captures the essence of Old World liner elegance. Showcasing murals of past Cunard liners in custom porthole displays, as well as two intricate ship models at the entrance, the room’s nautical atmosphere is further highlighted by wood inlaid flooring with a compass design. Hot and cold canapés are served while live music plays in the background from late afternoon through early evening, making the club an ideal retreat for cocktails with an ocean view.

Cafe Carinthia
on Deck Two mirrors the style and sophistication of a traditional French patisserie. An elegant space highlighted by Art Deco elements in shades of gold, blue and rich bronze, the café is poised to be a guest favorite from early morning until well past sun down. Fresh baked croissants, Danish, muffins and a wide selection of coffees (including cappuccinos, espressos and lattes) and premium Wedgwood teas are served.

The Golden Lion Pub and Churchill’s Cigar Lounge
represent the epitome of tradition. The Golden Lion Pub replicates a traditional English pub right down to its tabletop blackboard menus advertising the day´s pub fare, including fish and chips and Shepherd´s Pie. Guests enjoy a wide selection of ales and can keep current on the latest news and sports on plasma screen televisions in Cunard´s signature pub. A quiet colonial ambiance defines the 11-seat Churchill’s, a wood-paneled cigar lounge adjacent to the Commodore Club on Deck 10 where a vast selection of cigars and an array of Armagnac, Cognac, Port, Madeira and Scotch set a refined and elegant tone.

The Todd English Restaurant
aboard Queen Mary 2, Queen Victoria will also boast one of the celebrated chef´s eponymous restaurants. An intimate and stylish alternative to your primary experience in one of the ship´s main dining rooms, Todd English affords Queen Victoria guests an opportunity to experience the cuisine of one of America´s leading chefs in a setting of refined elegance. Waterford crystal, Wedgwood china, Gainsborough silverware and Hepp cutlery add the finishing touches to what will be one of the ship´s most sought-after fine dining experiences.

Best Deals Available, as of Jan 12
Destinations Days Date Inside Outside Balcony Princess Grill
Norwegian Fjords 7 May 20 $1695 $1695 $1995  

Prices can change without notice. Be sure to ask about other fees, taxes or fuel charges. Contact one of our cruise specialist and find the right Cunard cruise package for you.

Queen Victoria’s Itinerary

  1. 20-Apr-09, 12 days Mediterranean Medley Southampton, Barcelona, Monte Carlo, Rome (Civitavecchia), Sardinia (Alghero), Mallorca (Palma), Gibraltar, Southampton
  2. 2-May-09, 4 days Spring Adventure Southampton, Cherbourg (for Normandy), Rotterdam (for Amsterdam), Brussels/Bruges (Zeebrugge), Southampton
  3. 6-May-09, 14 days Mediterranean Treasurers Southhampton, Vigo (for Santiago de Compostela), Lisbon, Mallorca (Palma), Barcelona, Cannes, Rome (Civitavecchia), Corsica (Ajaccio), Gibraltar, Southhampton
  4. 20-May-09, 7 days Norwegian Wonders Southampton, Stavanger, Hellesylt (for Shore Excursions), Geiranger, Alesund, Bergen, Southampton
  5. 27-May-09, 14 days Baltic Splendours Southampton, Brussels/Bruges (Zeebrugge), Bremerhaven, Kristiansand, Copenhagen, Stockholm, Helsinki, St. Petersburg (overnight), Tallinn, Gothenburg, Southampton
  6. 10-Jun-09, 13 days Mediterranean Explorer Southampton, Barcelona, Cannes, Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Rome (Civitavecchia), Sardinia (Alghero), Mallorca (Palma), Gibraltar, Southampton
  7. 23-Jun-09, 14 days Land of the Midnight Sun Southampton, Stavanger, Hellesylt (for Shore Excursions), Geiranger, Honningsvag , North Cape (Scenic Cruising), Ny Alesund (Spitsbergen), Tromso, Andalsnes, Bergen, Southampton
  8. 7-Jul-09, 13 days Geysers & Glaciers Southampton, Reykjavik, Grundarfjordur, Akureyri, Ålesund, Hellesylt (for Shore Excursions), Geiranger, Flaam/Sognefjord, Stavanger, Bergen, Southampton
  9. 20-Jul-09, 14 days Mediterranean Treasurers Southampton, Vigo (for Santiago de Compostela), Lisbon, Palma, Barcelona, Cannes, Rome (Civitavecchia), Corsica (Ajaccio), Gibraltar, Southampton
  10. 3-Aug-09, Baltic Splendours Southampton, Brussels/Bruges (Zeebrugge), Bremerhaven, Kristiansand, Copenhagen, Stockholm, Helsinki, St. Petersburg (overnight), Tallinn, Gothenburg, Southampton
  11. 17-Aug-09, Mediterranean Medley Southampton, Barcelona, Monte Carlo, Rome (Civitavecchia), Sardinia (Alghero), Mallorca (Palma), Gibraltar, Southampton
  12. 29-Aug-09, Gallic Getaway Southampton, Cherbourg (for Normandy), Rotterdam (for Amsterdam), Brussels/Bruges (Zeebrugge), Southampton
  13. 2-Sep-09, 16 days Mediterranean Adventure Southampton, Malaga (for Granada), Cephalonia, Dubrovnik, Venice, Split, Corfu, Gibraltar, Southampton
  14. 18-Sep-09 24 days Autumn Colours Southampton, New York, Newport, Boston, Portland, Bar Harbor, Saint John (New Brunswick), Halifax, Quebec City, St. John’s (Newfoundland), Southampton
  15. 12-Oct-09, 10 days Iberian Serenade Southampton, Vigo (for Santiago de Compostela), Tenerife (Santa Cruz de Tenerife), Gran Canaria (Las Palmas), La Palma, Madeira (Funchal), Southampton
  16. 22-Oct-09 , 4 days Gallic Getaway Southampton, Cherbourg (for Normandy), Rotterdam (for Amsterdam), Brussels/Bruges (Zeebrugge), Southampton
  17. 26-Oct-09, 12 days Mediterranean Mosaic Southampton, Barcelona, Monte Carlo, Rome (Civitavecchia), Corsica (Ajaccio), Mallorca (Palma), Gibraltar, Southampton
  18. 7-Nov-09, 16 days Wonders of the Mediterranean Southampton, Malaga (for Granada), Palermo (Sicily), Dubrovnik, Venice, Split, Corfu, Gibraltar, Southampton
  19. 23-Nov-09, 12 days Canary Islands Explorer Southampton, Madeira (Funchal), La Palma, Tenerife (Santa Cruz de Tenerife), Gran Canaria (Las Palmas), Lanzarote, Lisbon, Vigo (for Santiago de Compostela), Southampton
  20. 5-Dec-09, 4 days Gallic Getaway Southampton, Cherbourg (for Normandy), Rotterdam (for Amsterdam), Brussels/Bruges (Zeebrugge), Southampton
  21. 9-Dec-09 Wed V923 10 Winter Wonderland Southampton, Hamburg, Stavanger, Oslo, Copenhagen, Brussels/Bruges (Zeebrugge), Southampton
  22. 19-Dec-09, 16 days A Festive Celebration Southampton, La Coruna (for Santiago de Compostela), Lisbon, Seville (Cadiz), Gibraltar, Lanzarote, Gran Canaria (Las Palmas), Tenerife (Santa Cruz de Tenerife), La Palma, Madeira (Funchal), Southampton

Cunard liners continue to inspire crowds all over the world — with 168 years of legacy and tradition, the only way to travel to Europe in luxury is on one of The Most Famous Ocean Liners in the World!

Regent Seven Seas

November 24, 2008 by Jack Kennard  
Filed under Luxury Cruises

Oasis of the Seas
Seven Seas Navigator
April 14, 2010
This Spring enjoy 2-for-1 Fares plus additional bonus savings of $1000 free Roundtrip Air and free Unlimited shore excursions.
Suite Categories 2-for-1 fare pp including $1000 savings
Grand Suite $4765
Master Suite $4565
Itinerary
Date Ports
April 14 Ft Lauderdale Fl.
April 15 Princess Cays, Eluthera, Bahamas
April 16 Cruise the Atlantic Ocean
April 17 Cayo Levantado, Dominican Republic
April 18 Road Harbor, Tortola
April 20 Philipsburg, St. Maarten
April 21 St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands
April 22 San Juan, Puerto Rico
April 23 Grand Turk, Turks & Caicos
April 24 Cruise the Atlantic Ocean
April 25 Ft. Lauderdale Fl.

Prices are based on availability and can change without notice. Contact one of our Luxury cruise experts and find the right Luxury Cruise package for you.