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		<title>Queen Victoria</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 22 Jul 2011 17:31:17 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Few ships can have the same blend of elegance and grace found on Queen Victoria. Her expansive double- and triple-height public spaces and restaurants, will be reminded of a more genteel era. You&#8217;ll also discover grand venues like the Royal Court Theatre with private boxes, a Library with spiral staircase and The Grills featuring an [...]]]></description>
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  <p>Few ships can have the same blend of elegance and grace found on Queen Victoria. Her expansive double- and triple-height
  public spaces and restaurants, will be reminded of a more genteel era.
</p><p>
  You&#8217;ll also discover grand venues like the Royal Court
  Theatre with private boxes, a Library with spiral staircase and The
  Grills featuring an outdoor terrace, private lounge and al fresco
  dining in The Courtyard.</p>
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<h3>Fine Dining</h3>
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<p>
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.
</p><p>
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.
</p><p>
<strong>Queens Room, Afternoon Tea </strong>
</p><p>
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.
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<p style="margin-top:24px"><strong>The Britannia Restaurant</strong>
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.
</p><p>
<strong>The Commodore Club</strong>
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.
</p><p>
<strong>Cafe Carinthia</strong>
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.
</p><p>
<strong>The Golden Lion Pub</strong> and <strong>Churchill's Cigar Lounge</strong>
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.
</p><p>
<strong>The Todd English Restaurant</strong>
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.
</p>
<h3>&nbsp;</h3>
<p>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 <strong> The Most Famous Ocean Liners in the World!</strong>
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<tr>
    <td class="t" colspan="4">Queen Victoria Itinerary 2012</td>
  </tr>
<tr>
    <th>Days / Nights <br />Itinerary</th>
    <th>Date</th>
    <th>Nights</th>
    <th>Ports</th>
</tr><tr>
<th scope="row">Panama Canal Explorer</th>
<td>January 4, 2012</td>
<td>15</td>
<td><strong>Los Angeles California</strong>, At Sea(2 days), Manzanillo, Acapulco, Mexico, Huatulco, Mexico, Puerto Quetzal Guatemala, At Sea, Puntarenas Costa Rica, At Sea, Panama Canal Panama, At Sea, Aruba, At Sea (2 days), <strong>Fort Lauderdale Florida</strong></td>
</tr><tr>
<th scope="row">Hawaiian Adventure</th>
<td>February 14, 2012</td>
<td>14</td>
<td><strong>Los Angeles California</strong>, At Sea (4 days), Hilo Hawaii, Honolulu Oahu, Nawillwili Kauai, Lahaina Maui, At Sea (4 days0, Ensenada, Mexico, Los Angeles, California, United Sta</td>
</tr><tr>
<th scope="row">Panama Canal Treasures</th>
<td>February 28, 2012</td>
<td>17</td>
<td><strong>Los Angeles California</strong>, At Sea (2 days), Manzanillo, Acapulco Mexico, Huatulco Mexico, At Sea, Puntarenas, Costa Rica, At Sea, Panama Canal Panama, At Sea (3 days), St. Thomas USVI, At Sea (3 days), <strong>New York America</strong></td>
</tr><tr>
<th scope="row">Mediterranean Delights</th>
<td>April 21, 2012</td>
<td>14</td>
<td><strong>Southampton England</strong>, At Sea (2 days), Gibraltar Great Britain, At Sea, Alghero Italy, Rome (Civitavecchia) Italy, Florence/pisa (Livorno) Italy, Monte Carlo Monaco, Barcelona Spain, At Sea, Lisbon, Portugal, At Sea (2 days), <strong>Southampton England</strong></td>
</tr><tr>
<th scope="row">Spring Getaway</th>
<td>May 5, 2012</td>
<td>3</td>
<td><strong>Southampton England</strong>, Brussels/bruges (Zeebrugge) Belg, Paris (Le Havre) France, <strong>Southampton England</strong></td>
</tr><tr>
<th scope="row">St Petersburg and Baltic Explorer II</th>
<td>June 29, 2012</td>
<td>14</td>
<td><strong>Southampton England</strong>, At Sea, Kristiansand Norway, Oslo Norway, Copenhagen Denmark, At Sea, Stockholm Sweden, Helsinki Finland, St. Petersburg Russia (2 days), Tallinn Estonia, At Sea (2 days), <strong>Southampton England</strong></td>
</tr><tr>
<th scope="row">Mediterranean Gems</th>
<td>July 21, 2012</td>
<td>13</td>
<td><strong>Southampton England</strong>, At Sea (2 days), Seville (Cadiz) Spain, At Sea, Barcelona Spain, Cannes France, Rome (Civitavecchia) Italy, At Sea, Alicante Spain, Gibraltar Great Britain, At Sea (2 days), <strong>Southampton England</strong></td>
</tr><tr>
<th scope="row">Fjords and Waterfalls</th>
<td>August 17, 2012</td>
<td>7</td>
<td><strong>Southampton England</strong>, At Sea, Stavanger, Flaam Norway, Olden Norway, Bergen Norway, At Sea, <strong>Southampton England</strong></td>
</tr><tr>
<th scope="row">Voyage to the Ancient Wonders</th>
<td>November 22, 2012</td>
<td>21</td>
<td><strong>Southampton England</strong>, At Sea, Vigo, Spain, At Sea (2 days), Mallorca (Palma) Spain, At Sea, Valletta, Malta, At Sea, Rhodes Greece, At Sea, Cairo/giza (Alexandria) Egypt, Port Said Egypt, At Sea, Athens (Piraeus) Greece, Olympia (Katakolon) Greece, At Sea (2 days), Malaga, At Sea (2 days), <strong>Southampton England</strong></td>
</tr><tr>
<th scope="row"> Northern Adventure </th>
<td>December 13, 2012</td>
<td>7 </td>
<td><strong>Southampton England</strong>, At Sea, Gothenburg Sweden, Copenhagen Denmark, At Sea, Hamburg Germany, At Sea, <strong>Southampton England</strong></td>
</tr><tr>
<th scope="row"> Canary Islands Celebration </th>
<td>December 20, 2012</td>
<td>16 </td>
<td><strong>Southampton</strong>, Amsterdam (2 days), Zeebrugge, Le Havre,
<strong>Southampton</strong> </td>
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		<title>Cancun All Inclusive Resort Packages</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 09 May 2011 14:45:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jack</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Many of Cancun's star rated hotels and resorts offer all-inclusive vacation packages. Shop Online with American Express contact a Cancun Expert call 770 261-8605 or 800 541-9075 There's plenty of shopping in Cancun. Mayan ruins to explore Beautiful eco-parks All-inclusive packages Splendid white beaches Cancun Cancun is for singles, the adventurous and recreational travelers. Not [...]]]></description>
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<p style="text-align:center"><strong>Many of Cancun's star rated<br />
hotels and resorts offer all-inclusive vacation packages.</strong></p>
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Online with American Express</a> <br /> contact a Cancun Expert <br />call 770 261-8605 <br />or 800 541-9075 </div>
<p style="text-align:center;margin-top:7px;">There's plenty of shopping in Cancun.</p>
<ul class="circle">
<li> Mayan ruins to explore</li>
<li> Beautiful eco-parks</li>
<li> All-inclusive packages</li>
<li>Splendid white beaches</li>
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<h3>Cancun</h3>
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<p>Cancun is for singles, the adventurous and recreational travelers. Not far from Atlanta or Miami, with almost 2 million visitors yearly
and for good reason: activities for everyone, fourteen miles of
white beaches and the turquoise colors of the ocean are unforgettable.
</p><p>
<a href="http://www.xcaret.net/">Xcaret</a> is
one of the dive eco parks displaying some of the most colorful
fish you will most likely ever see. Also featuring seafood banquets,
dolphins, snorkeling and dive instruction.
</p><p>
In the markets you
still see many reminders of the Mayans that once lived in the
Yucatan Peninsula. Many of the markets provide a selection of
silver, blankets, rugs and tapestries.
</p><p>
There are plenty of Cancun day trips: Such as Chichen Itza, Cozumel,
and Tulum to choose from. </p>
<p><strong>Chichen Itza</strong><br />
Chichen Itza is said to be the most impressive
Mayan site, the pyramids make a great photo background,
and the observatory and sacrificial well will give you
plenty to talk about back home.
</p><p>
<strong>Tulum</strong> <br />
Tulum is believed to have been a vacation getaway for the Mayan Kings. The ruins overlooks the Caribbean Sea with jungles on either side. The market place is a great place to check out your bargaining skills.
</p><p>
<strong>Cozumel</strong><br />
Cozumel just 20 miles off the coast from and is said to be Jacques Costeau's favorite diving location. The island is about 90% undeveloped and teaming with plenty of wildlife. Try reef diving at the National Park or Chankanab Lagoon, and be sure not to miss The Botanical Gardens.
</p><p>
<strong>Most All inclusive Packages Include</strong> </p>
<ul>
<li>Round Trip Airfare</li>
<li>Round Trip airport to hotel Transfers</li>
<li> includes meals and drinks (ask about bar brands)</li>
<li>Select your Accommodations</li>
<li>Select between 3 to 7 days stay</li>
<li>Accommodation tax</li>
</ul>
<h2>Cancun All inclusive Resorts and Hotels</h2>
<h3>Riu Palace Las Americas</h3>
<p><img src="http://cruiseandvacationexperts.com/images/cancun/riu-palace.jpg" alt="Riu Palace Hotel in Cancun." width="260" height="180" border="0" style="float:left;margin:1px 12px 21px 0%;border:none;" />
 Outdoor pools, gardens, terraces, and immaculate grounds and walkways are designed with beauty and precision. As you plan your next getaway, place the Riu Palace Las Americas
on your vacation short list, see you at the Riu!</p>
      <p> Deep in the heart of Cancun, Riu offers a majestic ten-story pearl-white all-inclusive resort packages with the dial set to high, located in the sizzling center of everything for which Cancun is famous.</p>
<h3>Gran Caribe Real Resort and Spa</h3>
        <img src="http://cruiseandvacationexperts.com/images/mexico/cancun-real-resorts.jpg" alt="Gran Caribe Real all inclusive Resort Spa. " width="260" height="180" style="float:left;margin:1px 12px 21px 0%;border:none; " /> <p> Continental Plaza features  Mediterranean architecture, deluxe rooms and suites in the main hotel tower and 26 separate villa units. Ask about <strong>all-inclusive packages</strong>.</p>
<p>This family boutique hotel is on the Isla Cancun, between the sparkling Caribbean beach and Nichupte Lagoon, in the heart of the shopping, dining and nightlife.</p>
<p> Across the street from the Plaza Flamingo shopping center, 30 minutes from the airport and offering 638 rooms.</p>
<h3>Riu Caribe</h3>
        <img src="http://cruiseandvacationexperts.com/images/cancun/riu-caribe.jpg" alt="All inclusive resort" width="260" height="180" border="0" style="float:left;margin:1px 12px 21px 0;" />
  <p> This hotel has 500 deluxe oceanview rooms and suites and provides every guest with a  view of the Caribbean Sea and <strong>all-inclusive</strong> options.</p>
<p> Full functional spa, Jacuzzi and tennis court.</p>
<p> Conveniently located in the middle of the hotel zone, in the heart of Cancun, the resort is within minutes of shopping, golf, discos and restaurants.</p>

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		<pubDate>Mon, 09 May 2011 14:29:19 +0000</pubDate>
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Located just south of Cancun, on 80 miles of beautiful shoreline, Riviera Maya is more than an exotic name.</p><p>There&lsquo;s so much to experience on this mystical piece of the Mexican Caribbean.
</p>

<p>
Just a few miles from Playa del Carmen, the Riviera Maya&acute;s shopping and dining center, and home to the most popular beach, are Playa del Secreto, Playa Paraiso and Punta Maroma. </p><p>Long stretches of white sand, popular with sea turtles and crabs, visitors a wealth of peace and tranquility.
</p>
<h2 style="clear:both">Our Preferred Hotel &amp; All Inclusive Resorts</h2>
<h3>Sunscape Puerto Aventuras</h3>
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Get away from it all with first-class fun in the sun at Sunscape Puerto Aventuras.
Sunscape has it all, and it&acute;s all included. Sunny beaches. Shady palm groves.
Wild water sports. </p><p>Awesome entertainment. Clubs and activities for kids of all ages.
</p><p>
Spectacular dining and best of all, no worries, no reservations, and no
wristbands. Escape to Sunscape Puerto Aventuras and have an amazing time with family, friends and loved ones. </p>

<h3>The Royal Playa del Carmen</h3>
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Mexico This uniquely elegant resort is sure to become one of Playa del Carmen&acute;s most recognized properties.</p><p> Built in the majestic style of upscale Mexican Architecture, it is perfectly located on a beautiful stretch of beach, in the very heart of this quaint fisherman&amp;s village.
</p><p>
Combining luxury with comfort and relaxing atmosphere with the well known Real Resorts service.
</p><p>
The Royal Playa del Carmen will be distinguished for its unique warm and personalized service.</p>

<h3>Playacar Palace</h3>
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Located on the pristine beach of Playa del Carmen, this beautiful hotel is within walking distance from The Playacar Spa &amp; Golf Club and the charming town of Playa del Carmen.</p><p> This property offers 208 beautifully-appointed rooms, all with a double Jacuzzi and 24 hour room service. </p><p>Activities include a beautiful outdoor pool with swim up bar, lit tennis court, non-motorized watersports and unlimited selected tours.
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<h3>Xpu-Ha Palace</h3>
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For those travelers looking for a different kind of vacation, Xpu-Ha Palace is the ultimate adventure for ecological and nature lovers.</p><p>
Rediscover Xpu-Ha Palace once again! This resort has been recently redesigned to offer a more intimate and personalized experience to guests.
</p><p>
Now guests benefit from Xpu-Ha&acute;s new layout, allowing them to easily access the estuary waters for snorkeling or kayaking, interact with the onsite animals or just relax by the meandering pool.
</p><p>
Immersed in the lush vegetation of the Riviera Maya, this 37-acre, 144 room property offers an oasis of peaceful seclusion. Designed in harmony with its backdrop, the eco friendly resort invites guests to linger in its bungalow style accommodations; all with double Jacuzzis.
</p><p>
Numerous areas harboring many species of wildlife, 2 restaurants, snack bars, spa treatment room, an expansive 6725 square foot pool and a kid&acute;s club are some of the amenities of the new Xpu-Ha Palace.
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		<title>Crystal Cruise Line</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 21 Mar 2011 16:05:39 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Alaska 2011 Itinerary 2-for-1 fares $1,000 per couple “All-Inclusive. As You Wish.” spending credits FREE air with transfers Up to $2,000 per couple savings in Penthouse &#038; Verandah staterooms August 1,2011 12 San Francisco, Cruising the Pacific Ocean, Victoria, British Columbia, British Columbia, Cruising the Inside Passage, Juneau Alaska, Skagway Alaska, USA, Cruising Glacier Bay, [...]]]></description>
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2-for-1 fares<br />
$1,000 per couple “All-Inclusive. As You Wish.” spending credits<br />
FREE air with transfers<br />
Up to $2,000 per couple savings in Penthouse & Verandah staterooms
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<td>August 1,2011</td>
<td>12</td>
<td>San Francisco, Cruising the Pacific Ocean, Victoria, British Columbia, British Columbia, Cruising the Inside Passage, Juneau Alaska, Skagway Alaska, USA, Cruising Glacier Bay, Sitka Alaska, Ketchikan Alaska, Cruising the Pacific Ocean, San Francisco, California, USA 
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<td>August 13, 2011</td>
<td>12</td>
<td>San Francisco California, Cruising the Pacific Ocean, Victoria British Columbia Canada, Cruising the Inside Passage, Sitka Alaska, Juneau Alaska, Skagway Alaska, Cruising Glacier Bay, Ketchikan Alaska, Cruising the Pacific Ocean, San Francisco, California
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<td class="t" colspan="3">Crystal Itineray 2011</td>
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<th>Ship</th><th>Date</th><th>Ports of Call</th>
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<th scope="row">Crystal Serenity</th><td>October 1, 2011</td><td>
<strong>Venice, Italy</strong> (overnight), Venice, Italy, Cruising the Adriatic Sea, Dubrovnik, Croatia, Cruising the Adriatic Sea, Sicily/Taormina, Italy, Sorrento, Italy, Rome/Civitavecchia, Italy, Florence/Livorno, Italy, Monte Carlo, Monaco (overnight), Monte Carlo, Monaco, Cruising the Mediterranean Sea, <strong>Barcelona, Spain</strong></td>
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<th scope="row">Crystal Serenity</th><td>November 5, 2011</td><td>
<strong>Istanbul, Turkey</strong> (overnight), Istanbul, Turkey, Cruising the Dardanelles, Kuşadasi, Turkey, Mykonos, Greece, Athens/Piraeus, Greece, Santorini/Thíra, Greece, Cruising the Mediterranean Sea, Kotor, Montenegro, Dubrovnik, Croatia, Venice, Italy (overnight), <strong>Venice, Italy</strong></td>
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<th scope="row">Crystal Serenity</th><td>November 16, 2011</td><td>
<strong>Venice, Italy</strong> (overnight), Venice, Italy, Dubrovnik, Croatia, Cruising the Mediterranean Sea, Tripoli, Libya, Sicily/Catania, Italy, Naples, Italy, Rome/Civitavecchia, Italy, Florence/Livorno, Italy, Cruising the Mediterranean Sea, Barcelona, Spain (overnight), <strong>Barcelona, Spain</strong></td>
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<th scope="row">Crystal Serenity</th><td>November 27, 2011</td><td>
<strong>Barcelona, Spain</strong>, Valencia, Spain, Cruising the Mediterranean Sea, Malaga, Spain, Cadiz/Seville, Spain, Casablanca, Morocco, Cruising the Atlantic Ocean, Canary Islands/Las Palmas, Spain, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain, Madeira/Funchal, Portugal,Cruising the Atlantic Ocean,	<strong>Lisbon, Portugal</strong> » </td>
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<th scope="row">Crystal Serenity</th><td>December 21, 2011</td><td>
<strong>Miami, Florida, USA</strong>, Cruising the Atlantic Ocean, Cozumel, Mexico, Grand Cayman/George Town, British West Indies, Cruising the Caribbean Sea, Panama Canal and Gatun Lake, Cartagena, Colombia, Cruising the Caribbean Sea, Antigua/St. John's, West Indies, St. Barts/Gustavia, French West Indies, Cruising the Caribbean Sea, Turks &amp; Caicos/Grand Turk, UK, Cruising the Atlantic Ocean, <strong>Miami, Florida, USA</strong></td>
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<td class="t" colspan="2">Luxury in Mexico</td>
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<td class="d" colspan="2">March 31, 2011 - Cruise only fares start at just $1,995 for this ten-day tropical getaway. 

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<th>Los Angeles/San Pedro, California, USA </th><td> 
  <p>Spectacular natural surroundings combined with the vitality of a creative and artistic community make Los Angeles one-of-a-kind. Sunshine, majestic palm trees and the sandy beaches of the Pacific share the spotlight with L.A.'s glamorous movie industry and its world-famous celebrities. </p>
  <p>Formally founded in 1781, it is now one of the world's largest metropolitan centers. Although there will not be any shore excursions offered in Los Angeles due to our limited time in port, you may contact our onboard Shore Excursion staff for helpful hints or suggestions on things to do while you are ashore. </p></td>
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<th>Apr 1, Friday -
Apr 2</th><td> <p>Saturday Cruising the Pacific Ocean <br /> 
  Your Day at Sea
  Enrich. Entertain. Escape.
  Adjust your compass  and design your day  as you wish:  pamper yourself at the Feng Shui-inspired Crystal Spa, work out at our state of the art fitness center; teach yourself something new with complimentary language lessons by Berlitz or piano instruction with Yamaha;   watch recently-released movies in the Hollywood Theater, shop our luxury boutiques, or simply relax by one of our tranquil pools. </p>
  <p>From Tai Chi and yoga to PGA golf instruction and paddle tennis on full-size courts, today is all  you. As evening arrives, dine on the  cuisines of Nobu Matsuhisa, Piero Selvaggio and Crystal’s own acclaimed chefs, enjoy special wine-makers dinners, lavish Broadway-style productions, intimate lounges, a pulsing dance club and our action-packed Crystal Casino.</p></td>
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<th>Apr 3, Sunday Puerto Vallarta, Mexico </th><td>  
  <p>Embraced by rugged tropical mountains on one side and the beautiful Banderas Bay on the other, Puerto Vallarta is second only to Acapulco when it comes to the Mexican Riviera. White stucco houses are capped with red-tile roofs and surrounded by bougainvillea-lined cobblestone streets.  </p>
  <p>Nearby, sophisticated restaurants, luxury hotels, smart boutiques and lively nightclubs bear testament to the changes wrought on this quiet seaside city since the 1960s. Life here has never been quite the same since the filming of the movie "Night of the Iguana" and the worldwide publicity accorded the romance of its stars, Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor. Puerto Vallarta brims with life.  Explore cobblestone streets and picturesque alleyways filled with the scents and bustling energy of Mexico.</p></td>
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<th>Apr 4, Monday Mazatlán, Mexico </th><td>  
  The massive lighthouse of El Faro welcomes you to the thriving seaport of Mazatlán. Located on a peninsula just south of the Tropic of Cancer, this fast-developing resort is a fishing and sportsperson's paradise. Supposedly there are as many fishing boats as tennis courts here! Offshore, scores of sailfish and marlin frolic in the temperate waters while para-sailors drift lazily overhead. Mazatlán offers a rich diversity of activities. Feel free to shop at the colorful market and folk art shops, explore the charming town plaza, relax at a fine resort hotel or try your luck sportfishing. </td>
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<th>Apr 5, Tuesday Loreto, Mexico</th><td> 
  <p>Sitting on the east coast of Baja, Loreto provides all the diversions of a small, seafront town, including diving, kayaking and fishing. There is also a chance to play a game of tennis at the Tennis Center or a round of golf on the greens carpeting a special spot by the Sea of Cortez. </p>
  <p>Then there is the excursion of boating five miles from shore to the Islas Coronado, where you can spot sea lions basking in the sun.
    
    All these features make Loreto an appealing destination on  Crystal Cruises. </p>
  <p>Loreto was founded in 1697 as the head of the Jesuit missions to California and for 130 years, served as the territory's capital. Stop in the original mission church and wander through the small museum next door and learn more about Baja's missionary history. </p></td>
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<th>Apr 6, Wednesday La Paz, Mexico </th><td> 
  <p>Cradled between the stark sands of Baja and the fertile waters of the Sea of Cortez, La Paz offers a host of challenging opportunities. Dubbed "the World&acute;s largest fish trap," the area is home to over 800 species of fish and 2,000 species of invertebrates. Giant manta rays and whales navigate the depths while dolphins and sea lions frolic on the surface. </p>
  <p>Deep sea fishing, diving and sightseeing boats are available for charters. </td>
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<th>Apr 7, Thursday Cabo San Lucas, Mexico </th>
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    <p>Cabo San Lucas is nestled on the southernmost tip of the Baja Peninsula, where the cool currents of the Pacific Ocean meet the warm waters of the Sea of Cortez. Commanding rock formations, timeless desert and a translucent sea provide a compelling introduction to this tranquil resort town. </p>
    <p>Here, mile upon mile of golden sandy coves dot the shoreline while marlin and sailfish frolic in the waters offshore. Laze on a deserted beach, explore the undersea world or discover bustling shops and markets for tempting treasures such as silver, jewelry and wooden sculptures.</p>    </p></td>
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<th>Apr 8, Friday Cruising the Pacific Ocean </th><td><p>Your Day at Sea
  Enrich. Entertain. Escape.<br />
Adjust your compass  and design your day  as you wish:  pamper yourself at the Feng Shui-inspired Crystal Spa, work out at our state of the art fitness center; teach yourself something new with complimentary language lessons by Berlitz or piano instruction with Yamaha;   watch recently-released movies in the Hollywood Theater, shop our luxury boutiques, or simply relax by one of our tranquil pools. </p>
<p>From Tai Chi and yoga to PGA golf instruction and paddle tennis on full-size courts, today is all  you. As evening arrives, dine on the  cuisines of Nobu Matsuhisa, Piero Selvaggio and Crystal’s own acclaimed chefs, enjoy special wine-makers dinners, lavish Broadway-style productions, intimate lounges, a pulsing dance club and our action-packed Crystal Casino.</p></td>
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<th>Apr 9, Saturday San Diego, California, USA </th><td> 
  <p>From the old Gas Lamp Quarter to the Horton Plaza, named after the former owner of the present city area, San Diego combines history with progress. </p>
  <p>Bordered on one side by the graceful Pacific Ocean lapping its shores and the hot desert plains on the other, this magical city is a festive and colorful attraction for tourists and locals. Close by lies graceful La Jolla, Spanish for the jewel, and Solana Beach, a beach community located near charming Del Mar. </p>
  <p>Whether you venture into Old Town, the original site of this city, or one of its gorgeous parks, you'll come to understand why San Diego has established itself as one of the most popular destinations in the United States.</td>
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<th>Apr 10, Sunday Los Angeles/San Pedro, California, USA</th><td> <p>Departure </p></td>
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<blockquote>Prices are based on availability and can change without notice. Contact one of our <a href="http://cruiseandvacationexperts.com/travel-club/">Luxury cruise experts</a> and find the right Luxury Cruise package for you.</blockquote>
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<th>Ship</th><th>Date</th><th>Ports of Call</th>
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<th scope="row">Crystal Serenity</th><td>October 1, 2011</td><td>
<strong>Venice, Italy</strong> (overnight), Venice, Italy, Cruising the Adriatic Sea, Dubrovnik, Croatia, Cruising the Adriatic Sea, Sicily/Taormina, Italy, Sorrento, Italy, Rome/Civitavecchia, Italy, Florence/Livorno, Italy, Monte Carlo, Monaco (overnight), Monte Carlo, Monaco, Cruising the Mediterranean Sea, <strong>Barcelona, Spain</strong></td>
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<th scope="row">Crystal Serenity</th><td>November 5, 2011</td><td>
<strong>Istanbul, Turkey</strong> (overnight), Istanbul, Turkey, Cruising the Dardanelles, Kuşadasi, Turkey, Mykonos, Greece, Athens/Piraeus, Greece, Santorini/Thíra, Greece, Cruising the Mediterranean Sea, Kotor, Montenegro, Dubrovnik, Croatia, Venice, Italy (overnight), <strong>Venice, Italy</strong></td>
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<th scope="row">Crystal Serenity</th><td>November 16, 2011</td><td>
<strong>Venice, Italy</strong> (overnight), Venice, Italy, Dubrovnik, Croatia, Cruising the Mediterranean Sea, Tripoli, Libya, Sicily/Catania, Italy, Naples, Italy, Rome/Civitavecchia, Italy, Florence/Livorno, Italy, Cruising the Mediterranean Sea, Barcelona, Spain (overnight), <strong>Barcelona, Spain</strong></td>
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<th scope="row">Crystal Serenity</th><td>November 27, 2011</td><td>
<strong>Barcelona, Spain</strong>, Valencia, Spain, Cruising the Mediterranean Sea, Malaga, Spain, Cadiz/Seville, Spain, Casablanca, Morocco, Cruising the Atlantic Ocean, Canary Islands/Las Palmas, Spain, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain, Madeira/Funchal, Portugal,Cruising the Atlantic Ocean,	<strong>Lisbon, Portugal</strong> » </td>
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<th scope="row">Crystal Serenity</th><td>December 21, 2011</td><td>
<strong>Miami, Florida, USA</strong>, Cruising the Atlantic Ocean, Cozumel, Mexico, Grand Cayman/George Town, British West Indies, Cruising the Caribbean Sea, Panama Canal and Gatun Lake, Cartagena, Colombia, Cruising the Caribbean Sea, Antigua/St. John's, West Indies, St. Barts/Gustavia, French West Indies, Cruising the Caribbean Sea, Turks &amp; Caicos/Grand Turk, UK, Cruising the Atlantic Ocean, <strong>Miami, Florida, USA</strong></td>
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		<title>Getaway packages</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 21 Jan 2011 09:22:10 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Make it a 3 or 4 day weekend and have some fun. Here are some great golf or romantic getaways. Amelia Island Plantation Just a 6 hour drive or a quick flight from Atlanta, Amelia Island Plantation is offering golf and spa packages. Some of the getaway packages include unlimited golf, spa treatments, and check [...]]]></description>
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<p style="clear:both;text-align: center; font-weight: bold; color: #939;">Make it a 3 or 4 day weekend and have some fun.<br />
Here are some great golf or romantic getaways.</p>
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<p style="margin-top:24px"><strong>Amelia Island Plantation</strong><br />
Just a 6 hour drive or a quick flight from Atlanta, Amelia Island Plantation is offering golf and spa packages. Some of the getaway packages include unlimited golf, spa treatments, and check out the Bausch &amp; Lomb Tennis Championships or Mother's Day specials.
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<strong>Tbyee Island Getaway</strong><br />
For a quiet romantic getaway Tybee Island near Savannah, offers a great location in walking distances to the beach and some of Georgia's best seafood.
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<strong>Litchfield Plantation</strong><br />
For a wedding, some romance, or just some time alone together. There is no place like Litchfield Plantation. Located on Pawley's Island just north of Charleston makes it an easy drive with lots of stops worth seeing. There is also 7 golf courses within a 10 minute drive.
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