In this issue:
Inside the Brave New World of
River Cruising
YOUR VACATION DESTINATION GUIDE OCTOBER 12, 2019
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Inside the Brave New World of River Cruising
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ew destinations…more experiential itineraries…active adventures for all ages… river cruising is evolving at rapid-fire speed. “Rather than appealing solely to more seasoned travellers in their 60s and 80s, river cruises now entice passengers from every demographic,” says Marlene Dube, Maritime Travel Advisor, Park Lane, Halifax, NS. In just the past few months, Maritime Travel advisors have been sailing on more river cruise lines than we can count. Thanks to their firsthand experience, you can count on them to point you in the right direction when it comes to the best river cruise for you. Here’s a quick snapshot of some of their top picks for this season.
MARLENE'S PICK: 8-DAY CHATEAUX, RIVERS & WINE WITH VIKING RIVER CRUISES Chateaux, Rivers & Wine River Cruise Viking Longship Forseti
Fr
$
4799
per person, tax included Cat. F • Fixed Window • June 6/20 • 7 nights • Cruise Only Viking River Cruises Roundtrip Bordeaux including Pauillac, Bourg, Libourne, Saint-Emilion & Cadillac — Extras only from — $350USD Shipboard Credit per stateroom + Complimentary Bottle of Wine!
“I recommend this itinerary to clients who have already sailed the popular rivers of Europe like the Danube or the Rhine. You will have spectacular views of the picturesque French countryside dotted with grand chateaux and endless rows of perfectly groomed grape vines. Thanks to the small size of the Viking ships and the relaxed ambiance, everyone mingles and makes some great new friends.” Recommended for you by
Marlene Dube
Park Lane - Spring Garden Rd. Halifax, NS 902-429-7883 mdube@maritimetravel.ca
Sample like a chef Receive 10%* off 2020 Europe & Britain trips + Save $50** p.p. on applicable Trafalgar trips FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT YOUR MARITIME TRAVEL ADVISOR TODAY! Save $50 per person on all new Trafalgar 2020 trips. Valid on new bookings, land only and must be booked and paid in full between September 24, 2019 and December 18, 2019. Valid on Trafalgar 2020 trips 7 days or longer for travel before December 31, 2020. Combinable with 10% early payment discount where available. Offer is combinable with all brochure discounts except Custom Group Discounts and any show offers/coupons. Not valid on Mediterranean cruises or mini stays. Other conditions apply. MUST QUOTE promo code PPTMTTF20 at time of booking. TICO #W1583987.
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“My river cruise with AMA Waterways was magical. I was blown away by both the food and the top-notch service. I really enjoyed the shore excursions in the towns and cities we visited and I would do another river cruise with AMA—either in Europe or further afield—in a heartbeat.” Recommended for you by
Julie Corbett
Gateway Mall 138 Main Street, Sussex, NB 506-433-3377 jcorbett@maritimetravel.ca
Steeped in legend and myth, the Rhine is one of Europe’s longest rivers, highly revered for its beauty. It originates in Switzerland and flows 776 miles to the North Sea in the Netherlands. The UNESCO-designated Rhine River Valley is home to more fairytale castles than anywhere else in the world.
Captivating Rhine AmaStella
$ Fr
4278
per person + $231 taxes pp Cat. D • Fixed Window • July 13/20 • 7 nights • Cruise Only AMA Waterways Amsterdam to Basel including Cologne, Rudesheim, Ludwigshafen, Speyer, Heidelberg, Strasbourg, Riquewihr & Freiburg — Extras only from — $100USD Shipboard Credit per stateroom!
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TRACY'S PICK: 8-DAY DANUBE DREAMS WITH AVALON WATERWAYS
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JULIE'S PICK: 8-DAY CAPTIVATING RHINE WITH AMA WATERWAYS
“Meander along the tranquil Danube River on this 8-day journey into the heart of Central Europe. The splendid capitals and charming towns of Hungary, Slovakia, Austria and Germany are yours to discover!” Recommended for you by
Tracy McCully
Kings Place Fredericton, NB 506-458-8969 tmccully@maritimetravel.ca
Celebrated in song and prose, the legendary Danube flows through nine countries—from Germany’s Black Forest to the Black Sea—providing glimpses of ancient monasteries, Gothic cathedrals, quaint villages, bustling capital cities, and world-class vineyards.
Danube Dreams Illumination
Fr
$
4267
More great cruise adventures await in our Cruising Guide!
per person + $238 taxes pp Cat. D • Fixed Window • April 23/20 • 7 nights • Cruise Only Avalon Waterways Deggendorf to Budapest including Passau, Linz, Melk, Durnstein, Vienna & Bratislava — Extras only from A Savings of $100 per couple! Prepaid Gratuities!
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Treasured Islands— Spotlight on Curaçao
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ewitching and welcoming, Curaçao beckons with its unspoiled amenities and uncrowded attractions. Our own Maritime Travel Advisor Deanne
Chisholm, Port Hawkesbury, NS, is just back and makes these recommendations—one resort-based and the other by cruise ship.
“Curaçao is such a unique destination. This island has so much to offer, including lively culture, amazing beaches and the beautiful city of Willemstad. I would definitely recommend this island to clients looking for adventure, but also needing the creature comforts.”
Recommended for you by Deanne Chisholm Port Hawkesbury Centre Port Hawkesbury, NS 902-625-3017 dchisholm@maritimetravel.ca
Save $260 with a minimum four-night stay at Hard Rock Hotel Cancun and Hard Rock Hotel Riviera Maya. Hard Rock Hotel Cancun and Hard Rock Riviera Maya are the ultimate beachfront celebrity playgrounds where the typical all-inclusive vacation has been transformed into a rock star paradise, which reflects their Mexican setting and cosmopolitan flair. Book by: December 20, 2019 (11:59 p.m. MT) Travel: Now - December 20, 2019 Participating hotels: Hard Rock Hotel Cancun, Cancun + Hard Rock Hotel Riviera Maya, Riviera Maya
Book your WestJet Vacations package through your Maritime Travel Advisor today. Photo : Hard Rock Hotel Cancun Advance booking required. Non-refundable and non-transferable. Offer limited and subject to availability. Offer subject to change and expire without notice. New bookings only. Package price will automatically reflect the discount when searching for qualified vacations. Other restrictions may apply. A minimum 4-night stay is required. This offer may be combined with any other offer. Offer is applicable to all room categories. Ontario travel agents are covered by TICO. Mailing address: 6085 Midfield Road, Toronto ON L5P 1A2. TICO registration number: 50018683.
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With fun-filled appeal for singles, couples and families of all ages, Sunscape Curaçao offers its trademark Unlimited-Fun® in a delightful location overlooking the crystal-clear waters of the Caribbean.
Sunscape Curaçao Resort, Spa & Casino 4H
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154832
per person + $450.68 taxes From Halifax via Toronto • April 13-20/20 • Air Canada Vacations — Extras only from A Savings of $100 per couple!
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CRUISE-BASED CURAÇAO EXPERIENCE: SOUTHERN CARIBBEAN CRUISE WITH CELEBRITY CRUISES This seven-night Southern Caribbean cruise spends a full day in port at Willemstad, the welcoming and upbeat capital city of Curaçao. One of the most exciting dive destinations on the planet, Curaçao boasts no fewer than 60 worldrenowned diving sites.
Southern Caribbean Cruise Summit
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$
2243
per person + $89 taxes Cat. 2C • Balcony • April 11/20 • 7 nights • Cruise Only • Celebrity Cruises Roundtrip San Juan including St. Kitts & Nevis, Aruba, Curaçao & Bonaire — — Extras only from $100USD Shipboard Credit for 1st & 2nd Guest! Specialty Dining for Two!
See the South differently with our packages Punta Cana
Varadero
Occidental Punta Cana 4 1/2★ Superior Room Preference Club Feb 20, 22 Halifax
Paradisus Varadero 5★ Adults Only 18+ • Paradisus Jr Ste Mar 6 Moncton
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Barceló Maya Colonial 4 1/2★ Superior Room Prestige Class Mar 5, 12 Moncton
Grand Bahia Principe Jamaica 4 1/2★ Jr Ste Sup Ocean View Royal Golden Mar 8, 22 Halifax
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*Maritime Travel Fall offer: Book by Nov 30, 2019, for travel from Nov 1, 2019 to May 31, 2020 and save $100 per couple ($50 per person) on all 7 night or longer Transat South all inclusive packages and Florida packages over $2000 per couple ($1000 per person) before taxes. Applicable savings are based on the regular package price and calculated before taxes and fees and reflected in system prices. Offer cannot be combined with any other promotion. Not applicable on air only, cruise packages, groups, child rates and last-minute bookings (21 days prior to departure). Flights are from Halifax and Moncton via Air Transat in Economy Class. Prices shown are per person, based on double occupancy (adult) in room category indicated above, including applicable taxes and fees. Space and prices are subject to availability at time of booking and subject to change without prior notice. Prices were valid at time of print. Travel Agency fees may apply. For full descriptions and terms and conditions, refer to transat.com or contact your Maritime Travel Advisor. Transat is a division of Transat Tours Canada Inc., and is registered as a travel wholesaler in Ontario (Reg #50009486) with offices at 191 The West Mall, Suite 800, Etobicoke, ON M9C 5K8.
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RESORT-BASED CURAÇAO EXPERIENCE: SUNSCAPE CURAÇAO RESORT, SPA & CASINO
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Applicable to new bookings only. Savings of 30% is applicable to select hotels and departure dates. Savings were calculated comparing current price to originally published rate . Offers are subject to change or can be withdrawn at any time without prior notice. Seats are subject to availability and are capacity controlled. Flights are with Sunwing Airlines, Travel Service and TUI Airways. For full booking terms and conditions visit Sunwing.ca. 27 Fasken Drive Toronto. Ont. M9W 1K6 Reg# 2476582 | 15957 84th Avenue, Unit #305, Surrey BC, V4N 0W7. British Columbia License #39606 | #4276176
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Love is…
A romantic beach holiday, of course!
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hat’s the secret of a fabulous romantic getaway? “Turquoise seas, white sand, gourmet food and a lavish allinclusive resort,” says Jane Hunt, Maritime Travel Advisor, Clayton Park, Halifax, NS. Of course, it helps to have a great travel advisor who has seen the best properties first-hand and can recommend the one that’s just right for you. Pick up a copy of our own Maritime Travel Recommended Resorts for Weddings and Honeymoons for more ideas on top destinations for romance. In the meantime, check out these romance-ready retreats, each inspected and recommended by our own Maritime Travel destination wedding specialists.
ROMANTIC RETREAT: JAMAICA— GRAND BAHIA PRINCIPE
ROMANTIC RETREAT: RIVIERA MAYA, MEXICO— SECRETS AKUMAL “One of the most stunning resorts on the Riviera Maya. You can enjoy endless sunny days on the sugar-fine sands before retiring to your beautifully decorated guest room, ordering room service, or planning a night of fine dining and entertainment. Ask me for details!” Recommended for you by Clayton Park Shopping Center Halifax, NS 902-457-9222 jhunt@maritimetravel.ca If you and your partner love snorkelling, this is one of the top resorts in the area for this.
Secrets Akumal 5H
2058
71
Lydia Parris
— Extras only from A Savings of $100 per couple!
Spread among three cove-style beaches, this resort offers watercentered experiences for all tastes, from rambling pool areas and beachfront watersports to a lovely clothing-optional beach.
Grand Bahia Principe 4½H
per person + $410.29 taxes Direct from Halifax • April 15-22/20 • Transat
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Recommended for you by Mayflower Mall Sydney, NS 902-564-0600 lparris@maritimetravel.ca
Jane Hunt
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“I had a lovely time here on a romantic getaway with my husband and I’d definitely return! There’s plenty of beach for everyone, the rooms are large with four-poster beds, the river-style pool is gorgeous and the food is great.”
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129558
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