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On behalf of the entire team at My Cruises, I’m thrilled to share with you The Unmissable Edition! This edition is brimming with articles set to inspire you to discover your next favourite adventure. We are so excited about the future of cruising and can’t wait to share it with you – in these pages and onboard. You’ll also unveil your personal cruising style. Alongside these stories, you’ll find a carefully curated selection of our Unmissable Sale cruise holiday packages. In true My Cruises style, these journeys are overflowing with Bonus Value and exclusive inclusions you won’t find anywhere else like hotel stays, cabin upgrades, beverage packages, specialty dining and more. Plus, you can secure your incredible journey with a low deposit so you can book now and sail later. This is your chance to be the first to book your 2024 and 2025 journeys, ensuring you get your preferred cabin onboard. We’ve been recognised as the CLIA #1 Cruise Agency in Australia, so we are carrying that energy into 2024 to bring you the best cruise itineraries yet!
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MUST-DO MEDITERRANEAN
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THE FUTURE OF CRUISING
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UNVEIL YOUR PERSONAL CRUISING STYLE
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ONE CONTINENT, TWO WAYS
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NEXT LEVEL LUXURY CRUISING
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ALOHA! CHOOSE YOUR HAWAIIAN ADVENTURE
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THE MY CRUISES DIFFERENCE
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Why You Need to Cruise Norway with My Cruises and Norwegian Cruise Line Each year, thousands of adventurers journey to the northernmost stretches of the globe in hopes of witnessing the shimmering, kaleidoscopic show of the northern lights. But did you know that a cruise holiday offers some of the best chances of spotting the aurora borealis in its full brilliance? Tick the northern lights off your bucket list on this exclusive Norway sailing, specially curated by My Cruises in partnership with Norwegian Cruise Line. Here’s everything you need to know about this once-in-a-lifetime holiday.
Exclusively Designed Itinerary A land of deep blue fjords, fairytale towns and snow-capped peaks, a cruise to Norway is a holiday you’re unlikely to forget. My Cruises has worked exclusively with Norwegian Cruise Line to design a unique cruise itinerary, perfect for those who dream of ticking the Northern Lights off their bucket list. That’s right, this Norwegian Cruise Line sailing cannot be booked anywhere else. Like every good European adventure, this dream holiday begins in London. A two-night pre-cruise hotel stay ensures plenty of time to wander along the River Thames, catch a show on the West End, tuck into a traditional pub meal and hit up London icons, like Buckingham Palace, Big Ben and Tower Bridge. You’ll then spend 12 nights exploring Norway’s most enchanting ports of call onboard the recently refurbished Norwegian Star. Expect to soak in misty mountain vistas in Bergen, trace Viking history in Haugesund, sail along majestic fjords in Stavanger and sample fresh seafood delicacies in Alesund. Meanwhile, late-night stays 04
in the Arctic cities of Tromso and Alta offer a chance to spot the celestial hues of the northern lights.
Prime Viewing Opportunities Chasing the northern lights from the comfort of a cruise ship has its perks. After all, being out at sea helps avoid artificial light on land, which can dull the colours and vibrancy of the polar lights. Plus, your ship can take you to remote areas perfect for viewing the northern lights, that other modes of transport simply cannot reach. You can also trust that My Cruises has timed this journey to ensure your best chance at glimpsing the aurora borealis in all their mystical glory. This sailing departs in early October, considered one of the best times for a northern lights sighting, thanks to clearer skies and darker nights. Another bonus to cruising in October is that there’s still plenty of sunlight during the day to enjoy outdoor activities and admire the crisp tones of Norway’s autumnal foliage. Better yet, the chances of seeing the northern lights will be at an all-time high next October. This is because 2025 marks a solar maximum, a time when auroral displays are at their most active and vibrant. While the aurora borealis is known for its elusiveness, this sailing may just be your best shot at catching the lights until the next solar maximum, which won’t occur for another 11 years.
Experience Freedom at Sea You’ll be setting sail onboard Norwegian Star, the perfect ship from which to explore Norway. With a maximum capacity of 2,348 passengers, this fully refurbished ship never feels crowded, yet there’s still plenty to keep you occupied onboard. Days at sea are spent pampering at the world-class Mandara Spa, being wowed by Broadway-style entertainment and sipping cocktails at the adults-only Spice H20 beach club. Dining options are also aplenty, with flavours from Italy, Brazil, France and Japan all on offer. Plus, when booking your Norwegian Cruise Line sailing with My Cruises, you’ll gain exclusive access to the Free at Sea benefits. Savour unlimited cocktails with your onboard beverage package, treat yourself to an extraspecial meal with your specialty dining package, tick off bucket list moments with your shore excursion credit and share your wow-worthy northern lights photos with your loved ones back home with onboard wifi. Cruising has never felt more free.
Exclusively sold by My Cruises, a Northern Lights sailing like this doesn’t come around often. Call our Cruise Experts on 1300 924 585 to secure your cabin on this limited time offer.
Chasing
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THE NORTHERN LIGHTS EXCLUSIVE NORTHERN LIGHTS DISCOVERY Alta
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14 NIGHT FLY, STAY, CRUISE HOLIDAY WITH $4000 BONUS VALUE This exclusive package includes return international flights, a two-night London city stay, a 12-night Northern Lights discovery cruise onboard Norwegian Star with late-night departures from Tromso and Alta, plus enjoy onboard beverage, specialty dining and wifi packages and a US$350 shore excursion credit. EXCLUSIVE OFFER FROM
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DEAL CODE MC-30442 | SAIL DATE 10 OCT 25
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UNDECIDED ON WHERE TO TRAVEL IN 2024? OUR CRUISE EXPERTS HAVE ROUNDED UP THIS YEAR’S HOTTEST CRUISE HOLIDAY DESTINATIONS.
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Trust that you’ll never forget a cruise holiday to the Last Frontier – after all, many of Alaska’s most impressive sights are best seen from the water. Get set for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, where days are spent admiring vast icy landscapes, immersing in fascinating native culture and spotting exquisite wildlife, such as humpback whales, bald eagles and grizzly bears.
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Land of pizza, pasta and gelato, what’s not to love about Italy? Set sail here in 2024 for a holiday filled with grand art and architecture, timeless natural scenery and some of the best food and wine on Earth. Hit up Italian icons, like the Colosseum in Rome, the winding canals of Venice or the Duomo in Florence, or cruise off the beaten path to spots like Naples, Amalfi and Sicily.
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Striking architecture, sublime cuisine and sun-drenched beaches all await in Spain. Every Spanish escapade should start in Barcelona, where you can hit the Gaudi trail and sample traditional tapas at La Boqueria Market. Delve deeper into Spanish splendour by choosing a voyage that also visits spots like Seville, Valencia and the Balearic Islands.
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From misty blue fjords to snow-capped mountain peaks, there’s no shortage of awe-inspiring scenery in Norway. Outdoor lovers will find themselves in heaven here, with hiking, fishing, wildlife watching and kayaking among the many adventures on offer. For your chance to witness the celestial skies of the northern lights, time your cruise journey for the cooler months.
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If you want to reach the cultural heart of Europe, swap the mega cruise liner for a more intimate river ship. Embark on a river cruise journey in 2024 to wind leisurely down historic waterways, such as the Rhine and Danube, visiting bucket list cities like Budapest and Vienna, along with centuries-old towns that appear straight out of a fairytale.
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NEW ZEALAND
Make 2024 the year you journey across the ditch to New Zealand, a country of dramatic mountain peaks, delectable fine wine and sacred Maori culture. Opt for an itinerary that sails to Fiordland National Park, home to the magical fjords of Milford Sound, or set your sights on Auckland, the perfect starting point for any New Zealand quest.
Prepare to bask on idyllic beaches, sample seafood fresh from the sea and uncover ancient myths on a voyage to Greece. Explore the archaeological treasures of Athens before setting sail to those oh-so-dreamy islands, where powder-white buildings and bougainvillea blooms pop against the surrounding cobalt waters. Talk about postcard-perfect!
Home to lush emerald forests, turquoise ocean waters and fiery volcanoes, the Hawaiian Islands define tropical paradise. Immersing yourself in the spirit of Aloha is made easy on a cruise holiday, as you can explore multiple islands while only having to unpack once. If your kind of holiday involves surf, sand and sea, a Hawaiian cruise is a must-do.
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With eclectic culture, diverse landscapes and mouthwatering fare, the Land of the Rising Sun is one of contrasts. Only in Japan can you have your fortune read at an ancient shrine, order ramen from a vending machine and ascend to the top of a futuristic skyscraper – all in a single day. Plan your voyage for the spring to witness the pretty pink hues of the coveted cherry blossom season.
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Who says that you can’t enjoy a bucket list cruise holiday in your home country? Sail from Sydney for front-row views of the iconic Harbour or voyage southward to Tasmania and South Australia to spot local wildlife and sip world-class wine. For the ultimate discovery at home, why not consider a cruise discovery that circumnavigates our Great Southern Land?
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MEDITERRANEAN Legendary landmarks, astonishing art and architecture, breathtaking beaches and crave-worthy cuisine – what’s not to love about the Mediterranean? This corner of the globe is an endless treasure trove of bucket list destinations, from the storied cities of Barcelona, Rome and Athens to off-the-beaten-path gems like Sicily and Corfu. In fact, with so many heavenly destinations dotted along the southern European coast, it’s no surprise that a cruise holiday is the perfect way to explore the Mediterranean.
Whether you dream of hopping the sun-kissed Greek Isles or eating your way through Italy, our handcrafted cruise holidays include flights, hotel stays and scenic rail journeys, allowing you to discover the best that the Mediterranean has to offer. Browse the following packages to find your must-do Mediterranean odyssey.
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Venice
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A TASTE OF ITALY AND THE GREEK ISLANDS
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SAILING ONBOARD NORWEGIAN BREAKAWAY
14 DAY FLY, STAY & CRUISE HOLIDAY WITH $4000 BONUS VALUE
ITALY Milan
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Naples/Pompeii Corfu
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Athens
This exclusive package includes return international flights, city stays in Venice and Barcelona and a 10 night cruise onboard Norwegian Breakaway with onboard beverage, dining and wifi packages and a shore excursion credit.
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GREECE MALTA
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15 DAY FLY, STAY & CRUISE HOLIDAY WITH $4000 BONUS VALUE
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This exclusive package includes return international flights, city stays in Milan and Rome and a 10 night cruise onboard Norwegian Epic with onboard beverage, dining and wifi packages and a shore excursion credit.
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DEAL CODE MC-3066 | SAIL DATE 11 OCT 25
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THE FUTURE OF
Cruising
TRAVEL IS CONSTANTLY EVOLVING, AND NEVER SO QUICKLY AS IT IS TODAY. THE HIGH PRIORITY ON EVERYONE’S RADAR IS TO SEIZE EVERY OPPORTUNITY TO ENJOY LIFE WHILE WE CAN. We can’t deny our insatiable desire to see more, do more, and experience more. So, as travel and cruising becomes more prevalent in all our lives, what should we expect to see in the coming years? Advancements are happening at sea, so jump aboard - ship’s about to get real. Set sail with us into the future of cruising. With 44 new ships to hit the water by 2028, we know that cruising is on more people’s radars than ever!
CARE ABOUT THEIR TRAVEL ECO-IMPACT
SUSTAINABLE CRUISING A global survey of travellers revealed that 51% are conscious about the sustainability of their journeys. The future of cruising asks for eco-awareness and action. By offering a la carte dining instead of buffet options, Virgin Voyages is reducing food waste. Setting a new standard is Hurtigruten with hybrid powered, plastic-free ships. MSC has introduced the cleanest marine fuel available and state-of-the-art water treatment facilities. Royal Caribbean has committed to OceanScope, sharing data on ocean and marine life to research and create change.
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Cruise ships are embarking on a whole new journey at sea: wellness. Expect floating hotels to transform into premium floating retreats. Cunard offers seaweed bathing rituals and a meditation room. Uniworld is saluting the sun with twice-daily yoga classes, meditation, and organic food. Virgin Voyages invites you to work up a sweat with fitness rooms like Build, Burn, Bike, and Balance. Celebrity Cruises provides 120 sea-spa treatments, hot yoga sessions, restorative light therapy, and the Crystalarium for healing meditation!
For life-long learners who are looking for bucket list moments, expedition cruising ticks all the boxes. A once-in-a-lifetime experience, this type of cruising is garnering attention from explorers, hikers, photographers, artists, environmentalists, and those wanting more from their holiday. My Cruises curates perfectly packaged expedition cruises with Hurtigruten that will change your life. Discover fantasy lands like Greenland, Iceland, Antarctica, and more. Come face to face with puffins in the North Atlantic or witness grizzly bears among the breathtaking mountainous backdrops of Alaska.
The future of cruising promises passengers thrilling adventures, hard-to-reach locations, off-track destinations, private tours, in-depth cultural experiences, private islands, specialist tour guides, privileged access, and exclusive natural landmarks. Norwegian Star invites guests to witness the iconic northern lights on a Discovery Cruise from Southampton. Princess Cruises offers off-beat path tours to unique attractions, where guests are treated as VIPs. If you’re ready to bond over bucket list experiences, cruising is the perfect way to see more, do more, and experience more, on your agenda.
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ONBOARD TECH Swiping your phone as a keycard to your cabin or suite? Sure! Shaking your phone for champagne? Yes, please. Uninterrupted wifi? Check. Digital wallet wristbands? Done. Technology is revolutionising the cruise experience and savvy cruise lines are already onboard. Norwegian Cruise Line takes tech to the next sea level by offering interactive initiatives, high-speed internet, and digital signage. Royal Caribbean is equipping their ships with tablet check-in, wristbands for guests, and a robotic bartender.
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OCEAN COLLECTION
RIVER COLLECTION
MY CRUISES’ CRUISING COLLECTIONS
Endless horizons, salty breeze, and the gentle lull of the water. Forget long airport queues and hours spent in the car – once you step onboard your voyage, simply relax and decide which exciting experience to try first. Ocean cruises deliver the perfect blend of entertainment, dining, and activities while you’re on your way to incredible destinations. Enjoy multiple ports, islands, towns, and cities, without the challenge of navigating your way there alone. At My Cruises, our CLIA-accredited Experts take the hard work out of finding your dream holiday. Unpack, unwind, and reconnect.
Meander your way through the world’s most iconic waterways on a river cruise journey, with luxurious staterooms, unsurpassed views, exceptional service, and sumptuous cuisine. Explore the romantic riverbanks of Europe, unearth the exotic delights of the Mekong, or step back in history along the Nile. At My Cruises, we’ve curated packages brimming with Bonus Value inclusions, like flights, preand post-cruise discoveries, luxury upgrades, scenic rail journeys and so much more. Get closer to undiscovered gems and bucket list destinations with an intimate and immersive river cruise.
EXPEDITION COLLECTION
LUXURY COLLECTION
TOURING COLLECTION
Unleash your inner explorer with My Cruises’ Expedition Collection, where every voyage is the expedition of a lifetime. Set your spirit free in pinnacle adventure travel whilst cruising in premium comfort. From off-duty destinations to secret gems, the Expedition Collection takes you to places you’d never see otherwise. Step onto ice playgrounds and fantasy lands like Greenland, Iceland, Antarctica, Northwest Passage, Norwegian Coast, and Alaska. Follow your curiosity with onboard lectures, activities, and excursions, plus My Cruises’ exclusive inclusions. Find yourself at the edge of the Earth.
If you’re looking for sophistication, our Luxury Collection offers a range of unmissable discoveries. Enjoy enhanced onboard experiences, including destinationinspired dining, personalised butler service, signature cabaret shows, and restorative wellness programs. When selecting an Exclusive Luxury Collection package, you’ll also receive bonus inclusions to elevate your journey, including return flights with fullservice airlines, premium private transfers, and five-star hotel stays. Your most indulgent cruise experience awaits.
When you book one of our guided tours, you’ll travel with an expert tour guide, stay in centrally located accommodation, and enjoy bucketlist experiences. From Canada and Alaska to South Africa, Japan, and beyond, we have an incredible tour discovery to suit you. For the ultimate adventure of land and sea, My Cruises also offers a range of tour and cruise holiday combos, allowing you to explore new destinations on a guided tour before relaxing onboard your ship while traversing the world’s most iconic oceans and rivers.
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DISCOVER MORE ON AN OCEAN AND RIVER COMBO It’s no secret that cruising is one of the best ways to explore Europe. After all, a cruise holiday lets you hit many of the region’s most sought-after destinations on a single trip, without having to navigate multiple hotel bookings and transportation between cities. You’ll quickly find that the hardest part of planning a European voyage is deciding whether to embark on an ocean or river cruise. Our opinion? Do both.
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VISIT EUROPE’S ICONIC CITIES
Whether you’re interested in visiting historic cities across the Mediterranean or the colourful capitals of Scandinavia, many of Europe’s most iconic destinations are located along the coast. Embark on an ocean cruise to sip Bellinis in Italy one day and uncover ancient ruins in Greece the next.
GET OFF THE TOURIST TRAIL
Meanwhile, river cruising allows you to experience the cultural heart of Europe. Discover bucket list cities, along with charming villages that appear straight out of a storybook. Spend more time exploring these destinations with overnight stays and complimentary shore excursions, such as walking tours and cooking classes.
Find your every craving satisfied when choosing an ocean and river cruise combo. Enjoy endless dining options onboard your ocean ship, from decadent buffets to specialty steakhouses. On the other hand, a river cruise will tempt your tastebuds with regionally-inspired dishes, accompanied by local wine and beer.
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BE WOWED BY EXCITING ENTERTAINMENT Enjoy an impressive line-up of nightly entertainment onboard both your ocean and river ship. While ocean cruises are famous for glitzy casinos and Broadway-style shows, river cruise lines often bring local musicians, singers and dancers onboard for a more intimate evening of entertainment.
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GREEK ISLANDS, ITALY & EUROPEAN RIVER CRUISE DISCOVERY
EUROPEAN PEARLS | RHINE RIVER, GREEK ISLANDS & BEYOND NETHERLANDS
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SAILING ONBOARD NORWEGIAN EPIC & AVALON WATERWAYS
SAILING ONBOARD NORWEGIAN EPIC & AVALON WATERWAYS
23 DAY FLY, STAY & CRUISE HOLIDAY WITH $4000 BONUS VALUE
22 DAY FLY, STAY & CRUISE HOLIDAY WITH $4000 BONUS VALUE
This exclusive package includes return international flights, city stays in Milan, Venice and Athens, an 8 day Rhine River cruise onboard Avalon Waterways and a 10 night cruise onboard Norwegian Pearl with onboard beverage, dining and wifi packages and a US$400 shore excursion credit.
This exclusive package includes return international flights, an 8 day Rhine River cruise onboard Avalon Waterways, city stays in Milan and Rome, a Lake Como sightseeing tour and a 10 night cruise onboard Norwegian Epic with onboard beverage, dining and wifi packages and a US$400 shore excursion credit.
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DEAL CODE MC-30396 RIVER CRUISE SAILS 13 MAY 25 OCEAN CRUISE SAILS 24 MAY 25
DISCOVER THE ULTIMATE EUROPEAN GETAWAY
There are endless discoveries to be made in Europe, and a single cruise journey often provides only a glimpse at what this vast continent has to offer. By combining an ocean and river cruise, you can tick both iconic coastal cities and fabled riverside towns off your bucket list in one seamless journey.
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Hawaii
CHOOSE YOUR HAWAIIAN CRUISE ADVENTURE
FAMOUS FOR ITS GLORIOUS GOLDEN BEACHES, EPIC SURF BREAKS AND TECHNICOLOUR CORAL REEFS, NOTHING SAYS ‘ON HOLIDAY’ QUITE LIKE THE SOFT BREEZES AND WARM SUN OF HAWAII. TURN YOUR CLOCKS TO ISLAND TIME WITH MY CRUISES’ EXCLUSIVE COLLECTION OF HEAVENLY HAWAII ESCAPES. Four Islands, One Holiday
Transpacific Tripping
Travelling from island to island in ultimate style, there’s no doubt that a cruise holiday is the best way to explore Hawaii. Norwegian Cruise Line’s Pride of America is the only ship based in Hawaii year-round, offering action-packed sailings that visit four islands in seven days – with overnight stays in Maui and Kauai. From marvelling at dramatic lava formations on the Big Island to chasing hidden waterfalls on Kauai to basking on Maui’s sun-drenched shores, an islandhopping cruise allows you to do it all. This is how you Hawaii.
Go even further on a transpacific journey with Celebrity Cruises. Setting sail from Honolulu, you’ll have plenty of time to tick Hawaiian icons like Waikiki Beach and Diamond Head off your bucket list before hopping onboard Celebrity Edge for an epic odyssey across the Pacific Ocean. En route to Sydney, dive into the crystalline turquoise lagoons of Tahiti and connect with Maori culture in Tauranga, New Zealand. Plus, more days at sea offer a chance to soak up the cutting-edge experiences offered onboard Celebrity Edge, a ship brimming from bow to stern with revolutionary features. Prepare to feast at 29 Michelin-inspired dining venues and take in sublime sea views from the industry-first Magic Carpet.
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TROPICAL HAWAIIAN ISLANDS ESCAPE KAUAI
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Honolulu HAWAII
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SAILING ONBOARD PRIDE OF AMERICA
11 NIGHT FLY, STAY & CRUISE HOLIDAY WITH $4000 BONUS VALUE This exclusive package includes return international flights, a hotel stay in Waikiki, a 7 night Hawaiian Islands cruise onboard Pride of America with onboard beverage, dining and wifi packages and a shore excursion credit. EXCLUSIVE OFFER FROM
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DEAL CODE MC-29577 SAIL DATE MULTIPLE 2024 & 2025 DATES AVAILABLE
HAWAII TO SYDNEY ADVENTURE IN 2024 HAWAII Honolulu (Oahu) EQUATOR
FRENCH POLYNESIA Raiatea
TAHITI Papeete Moorea SOUTH PACIFIC OCEAN
AUSTRALIA Sydney
NEW ZEALAND Bay of Islands Auckland
Tauranga
SAILING ONBOARD CELEBRITY EDGE
20 NIGHT FLY, STAY & CRUISE HOLIDAY WITH $3000 BONUS VALUE This exclusive package includes includes flights to Honolulu, a hotel stay in Honolulu and an 18 night Transpacific cruise onboard Celebrity Edge with onboard beverage and wifi packages. EXCLUSIVE OFFER FROM
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DEAL CODE MC-27720 | SAIL DATE 03 OCT 24
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Luxury
CRUISING Consider gin and tonic at sunset, a marble bathroom in your spacious suite, and a level of butler service that anticipates your every need. This is only the icing on the world’s most luxurious cruise ships. High net-worth travellers value more immersive, experiential, and meaningful travel than ever before. They don’t just want to be pampered, they want to have a memory and a story to tell beyond their travels. When you’re ready to splurge on luxury, cruise lines are now incorporating never-before-seen luxury elements into their journeys that take your experience to the next level. Bespoke Experiences
Hard-to-Reach Destinations
Escaping the every day, Cunard’s Shore Experiences Team is creating enriching, tailored, transformative bespoke experiences that tailor your time onshore. Expect once-in-alifetime moments like lobster fishing in the Atlantic, brunching in a French chateau, exploring Copenhagen by canal, or Portuguese tile painting in Lisbon. If you’re looking for something out of the ordinary, a tailor-made tour, or a privately guided experience, Cunard crafts onshore immersion on your unique itinerary, resulting in a customised voyage that’s perfect for you.
Luxury is also about being able to access hard-to-reach destinations or providing VIP access to places, structures, and areas not widely available. Think private access and intimate explorations. Luxury vessels travel beyond the beaten path, allowing you to discover more than most would in overnight stays and land excursions. It’s about ticking off the bucket list whilst also venturing beyond your wildest imagination to places untouched, undiscovered, or unknown. The intimate size of Regent Seven Seas’ ships means they can reach ports of call larger ships could only dream of.
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CULINARY EXCELLENCE With menus crafted by some of the world’s most revered chefs, discover selections to suit every taste, from plantbased meals to perfectly aged steaks and everything in between. Regent Seven Seas experiences invite you to glean wisdom from masters in the culinary arts with hands-on cooking classes, speaker series, vineyard tours, market visits, and Sommelier tastings. Oceania’s cruise ships are also known to have The Finest Cuisine at Sea with their popular Dom Perignon Experience, while Silversea’s S.A.L.T. (Sea and Land Taste) is designed by culinary experts to integrate food, culture, and destinations.
BUTLER SERVICE Silversea Cruises and Crystal Cruises are the only cruise lines in the world to offer 24/7 personalised butler service in every suite. Polite and attentive butlers will cater to any request, whether that’s unpacking your suitcase, restocking your tailored in-suite mini bar, or making dinner reservations. When a staff member recalls your name, the experience is not only customised, but also friendly, warm, and memorable. Step aboard one of Seabourn’s luxurious vessels and you’ll feel as though you’re stepping aboard your own private yacht. Oceania and Regent Seven Seas also provides luxury 24-hour butler service for exclusive suites.
SPACIOUS SUITES To us, luxury means space to sprawl out on your plush bed, relax on a lounge with an excellent read, or order undisturbed in-room dining at your own table with a view. Onboard Silversea, each ship boasts all-suite, all-ocean view accommodation with 85% of the rooms offering private verandas. Over on Regent Seven Seas, get that never-crowded feeling at the most luxe hotel at sea, where you’ll experience the freedom of lavish, personal space and supreme comfort, allowing you to see the world from beautiful, airy, calming spaces.
SLOWING DOWN For some, luxury is about being able to truly switch off from everyday life. The slower pace of life is a luxury for most in today’s busy always-on world. Many are taking cruise holidays to escape the demands of technology, break mobile phone habits, and enhance mindfulness. A cruise can liberate you from the barrage of news cycles, emails, and social feeds. When cruising with Oceania, you’ll soften into a relaxing pace that makes the experience that much more enjoyable – and there’s never any need to rush or worry about crowds or wait in long lines. Avalon Waterways offers intimate cruise spaces with immersive, local itineraries and a mindful approach to travel. Expect uninterrupted quality time and true relaxation – pure luxury.
LUXURY SUNSETS OF THE GREEK ISLES, ITALY & FRENCH RIVIERA MONACO
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Provence Monte Carlo (Marseille) Florence
Barcelona
Saint Tropez
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Rome Naples/Pompeii
Syracuse (Sicily)
Mykonos Athens
TURKEY Kusadasi
Santorini
GREECE SAILING ONBOARD OCEANIA MARINA
16 NIGHT FLY, STAY, CRUISE HOLIDAY WITH $4000 BONUS VALUE This exclusive package includes return international flights, city stays in Barcelona and Athens, a 12 night Mediterranean cruise onboard Oceania Marina with a US$800 shore excursion credit, free champagne, and more.
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