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Dear Cruiser, With the warmer months of summer behind us and winter around the corner, it is the perfect time to think about your next cruise holiday. Of course the warm shores of the Canaries and Caribbean are always tempting in the winter months but why not consider an exotic voyage to Japan, China or Australia this winter – we have some incredible cruises with added city stays and cultural tours to enhance your holiday. New ships from Southampton in 2015 If you are looking to get organised for next summer, then make it a cruise to remember on board one of the new ships sailing from Southampton. P&O Cruises new modern classic ship Britannia offers a contemporary twist on traditional cruising. And, Royal Caribbean’s Anthem of the Seas showcases a host of new innovations – this is the new generation of cruising. For a limited time only Plan ahead and save on a huge range of cruises. With FREE Flights, FREE On Board Spend, FREE Upgrades and most popular of all FREE Drinks and Tips there has never been a better time to book. Offers end on the 30th of September, call today to secure your cruise. What our Cruise Experts have to say This month our Cruise Experts share their favourite ports of call and cruises of the summer. Elizabeth tells us all about the wonderful shore excursions on offer in Ketchikan, Alaska. Karen lets us into the secret of why Lake Garda is the perfect accompaniment to a Mediterranean cruise and Abby and Rita share their experience of Ruby Princess and how they really did “come back new”. Book with a Cruise Expert Our Cruise Experts are knowledgeable and passionate about cruising. They will offer you ideas, expert advice and what’s more they are experts at finding the best deals. Your perfect cruise is just a phone call away Yours sincerely
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Itinerary: Gibraltar – Cartagena – Rome – La Spezia – Marseille – Cadiz – Lisbon – Vigo
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Ruby Princess
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Rita and I were very lucky to be given the opportunity to sail aboard Ruby Princess for 5 nights as part of Princess Cruises Academy at Sea.
Ruby Princess is an absolutely beautiful ship and the moment you walk on board you are made to feel very welcome and special. The heart of the ship ‘The Piazza’ is very grand and beautiful, with a choice of bars, coffee shop, street entertainers and a really great atmosphere. Have a glass of wine at Vines Bar, relax with a coffee at The International Café or sip a cocktail at the Crooners Bar.
Our Cabin We were located an ocean view stateroom on deck 5 only a few seconds walk to the heart of the ship. Our cabin was very reasonably sized and we were both very impressed with the separate space for luggage and wardrobe space. As ‘Elite’ members whilst on-board we had our own Cabin Steward. Thomas was extremely helpful and friendly. Our room was serviced twice a day and he delivered fresh fruit each day and canapés before our formal evening. Thomas delivered our daily ‘Princess Patter’ which gave so much information about the port we were visiting and the activities on board that day.
Entertainment The entertainment on board was fantastic and very varied. Our first night whilst in Liverpool, was a Beatles tribute act, they were fab. We also watched a show called ‘Once upon a dream’ with video effects instead of set change which was incredible. The performers were excellent and the same standard as a “Broadway” show. We also enjoyed ‘Mentalist’ a show where they read minds which was very interesting and something a bit different. Every night after the show we hit the dancefloor in “Skywalkers” nightclub, it is a great place to socialise and let your hair down. One of my highlights was ‘Movies Under The Stars’. To watch a film outside with a cosy blanket, complimentary hot chocolate, warm cookies and fresh popcorn was a rare but fantastic experience.
Revitalisation We visited ‘The Sanctuary’ which is an adult only relaxation venue, with comfy beds and where you will find The Lotus Spa. Access costs around $20 for ½ day or $40 for a full day and you can book a wide variety of treatments which were reasonably priced. We loved to relax on the pool deck, the pools are all heated and we made good use of the hot tubs. My favourite was the pool situated right at the back of the ship where you could look out at the beautiful views. Lotus Spa has a massive gym which has all the modern equipment. I only used the gym once... The food was much more tempting!
SHIP REVIEW >> RUBY PRINCESS Food, Glorious Food The food was absolutely out of this world and the service was excellent. We dined most evenings in Da Vinci’s, one of three main dining restaurants. One of our favourite dishes was a parmesan basket filled with pasta it was INCREDIBLE! We had the same waiters each night and they were very attentive and knew what we were drinking without having to ask. It’s the little touches, that make your holiday! We also ate in one of the ships speciality restaurants ‘Sabatini’s’ which was honestly the best restaurant I have ever dined in, with a real “Italian” vibe and excellent views. Andreas, the manager hosted our table and I was very privileged to sit with him. Not only was he so enthusiastic and passionate about Princess Cruises after having worked with them for 25 years but he was also very handsome! The cover charge for “Sabatini’s” restaurant was $25 per person which was great value.
Behind The Scenes Finally we were given the opportunity to see ‘behind the scenes’. We were able to get a tour from the executive chef around the kitchens and he explained how much food they need and how they have been awarded best hygiene at sea. We were taken up to the Bridge where second in command explained everything you need to know about sailing a ship. It was an amazing experience. Overall we had the BEST cruise ever and met some amazing people! I would recommend Princess Cruises for families and couples of all ages. Princess Cruises aim is for you to ‘Come Back New’ – we certainly did!
Abby Duncan and Rita Gray Cruise Experts
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Itinerary: Cadiz – Barcelona – Cannes – Rome – Naples Sardinia – Gibraltar
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On board Britannia NEW SHIP Sailing from Southampton 27 Jun 2015 | 7 nights
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Itinerary: Bergen – Olden – Flaam – Stavanger
Itinerary: Barbados – Antigua – St Maarten – Tortola – Grand Turk – St Kitts – St Lucia – Barbados
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On board Celebrity Constellation® Fly Cruise – Ask about regional departures 13 Oct 2014 | 13 nights Itinerary: Stay – 1 night in Istanbul – Cruise – Istanbul – Burgas – Varna, Bulgaria – Sochi, Russia (overnight) – Trabzon, Turkey – Sinop, Turkey – Bosphorus Strait (cruising) – Istanbul (2 nights in port) – Stay – 1 night in Istanbul
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Itinerary: Madeira – Tenerife – Gran Canaria Lanzarote – Vigo
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Itinerary: Bergen – Alesund – Geiranger – Stavanger
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Itinerary: Reykjavik (overnight) – Akureyri – Klaksvik – Geiranger Alesund – Olden – Stavanger
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SEPTEMBER ‘PICK OF THE PORTS’ Ketchikan The Gateway to Alaska Ketchikan, USA is the first city you reach in Alaska when sailing from Vancouver on an Alaskan Cruise. The Misty Fjords by Sea Plane I can recommend visiting the Misty Fjords, an area of natural beauty inland from Ketchikan, made over the centuries by the natural forces of water over the cliffs. As you can imagine it gets its name from the clouds overhead and this is why you travel by sea plane as you can go under the clouds and land on one of the many lakes in the area. Abundant wildlife Depending on the time of year, you can see all kinds of wildlife including “CRITTERS”– that’s bears to you and me. The largest concentration of Fishing Canneries in the USA and my favourite, the National Emblem of America the Bald Eagle. They are magnificent as they fly past your balcony as they did ours no more than 4 feet from us and if they are in the trees all you need to look out for is their white heads which look like golf balls. Ancient traditions In Ketchikan they have a very proud tradition of lumber felling, don’t miss the great excursion to the Saxman Native Village & Lumberjack Show, or if you’re lucky there may be a show in town you can go along and see some of these skills still being practised today. Ketchikan is a fascinating port of call on an Alaskan cruise, a very unique part of the world. Elizabeth Walker, Luxury Cruise Manager
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WHERE WILL YOUR CRUISE TAKE YOU? Lake Garda This beautiful lake simply has something for everyone. My family and I spent one week enjoying the beautiful scenery, food and wine of this region before embarking on our cruise from Venice. Where to stay Within a short transfer from Verona and Venice. I would recommend staying along the east bank of the river which is perfect for cycling, walking and relaxing. The shores of the lake are studded with pretty harbour towns with cobbled streets and charming little boutiques not to mention the irresistible gelato shops offering the best ice–cream I have ever tasted, in flavours you can only imagine (raspberry and ginger and lemon and basil were our favourites). Places to visit We did have a car but the bus and ferry service allows you to choose a different town each day and go and explore. The resorts do not feel commercialised although some are busier than others. We spent a day up in the mountains walking in Tinagle having crossed the Lake by ferry. You must take a trip to Verona and wander the streets looking for Romeo and Juliet’s balcony. Don’t miss the breath–taking Amphitheatre in the centre of the city where the opera is performed each evening. A stay in Lake Garda is the perfect accompaniment to a week cruising round the Eastern Mediterranean from Venice. Perfecto! Karen Stewart, Head of Cruise Product
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On board Norwegian Jade Fly Cruise – Ask about regional departures Apr – Oct 2015 | 14 nights Itinerary: Stay – 7 nights in Lake Garda on half board basis Cruise – Venice – Corfu – Santorini Island – Mykonos – Olympia - Venice
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On board Caribbean Princess Sailing from Southampton 23 May 2015 | 7 nights
On board Caribbean Princess Sailing from Southampton May, Jul & Aug 2015 | 14 nights
Itinerary: Brussels – Copenhagen (overnight) – Helsingborg – Oslo
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Itinerary: Copenhagen – Stockholm – Helsinki – St Petersburg (overnight) – Tallinn – Gothenburg
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Itinerary: Cadiz – Almeria – Cannes (evening in port) – Nice Barcelona – Malaga
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Itinerary: Killybegs – St Johns – St Pierre et Miquelon – Sydney, Nova Scotia – Corner Brook – Red Bay, Labrador – Belfast
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Itinerary: Stornoway– Torshavn – Eskifjordur – Akureyri – Isafjordur – Reykjavik – Heimaey – Circumnavigate Surtsey – Dublin
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FAMILY CRUISING In my opinion there is no better holiday for families. We took our first cruise in 2007 with our two daughters then aged 12 and 7. My youngest, Sophie, now at the ripe old age of 14 proudly boasted whilst on P&O Ventura in July that this was her 13th cruise! Where else can you expect to bump into Shrek? Every new ship brings new innovations and you will be amazed at the facilities to be found on board i.e. rock climbing walls, ten pin bowling alleys, water parks and slides, ice rinks, mini golf and sports courts. The list is endless. You will even find the Dreamworks Experience on some Royal Caribbean ships and Nickleodeon on some Norwegian Cruise Line ships. Apart from Disney, where else can you expect to bump into Shrek or Spongebob Square Pants and enjoy character breakfasts with them? Complimentary Kids Clubs What sets a cruise holiday apart from a land based holiday is the complimentary kids clubs. The staff hold qualifications in education and recreation so you know that your children are in safe hands. The clubs are split into age groups and typically would consist of; 3-5 year olds where they will enjoy things like outdoor play, glove puppet shows and creative play. 6-8 year olds activities of games and sports challenges and talent shows 9-11 year olds will enjoy scavenger hunts, music, games consoles, discos and arts and crafts.
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THE PERFECT HOLIDAY OPTION Teens can “chill out” and meet new friends from around the globe From my experience travelling with teens is where cruise holidays excel as a normal land holiday doesn’t usually cater for this age group. Teens are taken up to the age of 17 and depending on the amount of teens on board may be split into younger and older teens. On some ships they have their own sunbathing areas and indoors they have game consoles, DJ booths and ‘chill out’ areas. The clubs arrange things like teen discos, pool parties at night and talent shows which usually run until around 1am Babies, Tots and Night Nursery Parents would accompany their child when using the soft play areas. Some cruises cater for younger children particularly well with a fully supervised night nursery for 5’s and are available from 6pm until approximately 2am. They will give you a pager should they need to contact you. You would normally pay a fee for this service but on P&O child friendly ships this is free of charge and on a first come first served basis. Travelling as a family you can spend as much or as little time together as you wish. My girls can’t wait to go to their clubs and will eat early so that they can be there at 7pm every night. Perfect for mum and dad to enjoy dinner in peace then watch a show or two after! Our Cruise Experts have a wealth of knowledge and cruise for their own holidays - they will steer you in the right direction to choose the right cruise ship for your family. Angela Lafferty – Product Executive
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BULLET TRAIN EXPERIENCE Mount Fuji
JEWELS OF CHINA & JAPAN 19 April 2015 (May–Aug dates & itineraries available) 12 nights On Board Diamond Princess A unique and captivating itinerary awaits you with our new Far East cruise holiday. You’ll begin with 2 nights in Hong Kong where ancient traditions blend with towering skyscrapers and endless shopping facilities. You’ll then board Diamond Princess for a cruise to fascinating ports in Taiwan and Japan before arriving in vibrant Tokyo where you’ll spend 2 nights in this wonderful city. The best place to see the city including views of Mount Fuji is from the 69th floor of the observatory of Japan’s tallest tower, The Yokohama Landmark Tower. We’ve even included a bullet train experience. Our new cruise holiday offers a great mix of the modern and traditional architecture and cultures.
Yokohama Landmark Tower
Price includes • Return flights from UK (Call about regional departures) • 2 nights stay in Hong Kong on room only basis • 7 night cruise on board Diamond Princess on full board basis • 2 night stay in Tokyo on room only basis – FREE • Mount Fuji tour – FREE • Transfers
YOUR ITINERARY Fly: UK/Hong Kong
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Stay: 2 nights in Hong Kong Cruise: Hong Kong – Taipei, Taiwan – Kagoshima, Japan Osaka, Japan – Tokyo, Japan Stay: 2 nights in Tokyo – FREE Fly: Tokyo/UK
£1459
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LAS VEGAS STAY San Francisco
CALIFORNIA DREAMING October 2014, March, April, October, November 2015* 14 nights On Board Star/Grand Princess Explore the West Cost of America and Las Vegas all in one fabulous itinerary! Experience the bright lights of Las Vegas strip; visit the famous casinos take in a show or tour the Grand Canyon before flying to San Francisco to embark on your cruise of the Pacific West Coast. This incredible itinerary visits exciting destinations such as Santa Barbara, Los Angeles and San Diego. The excitement doesn’t end there as you complete your holiday with a stay in San Francisco. An action packed holiday not to be missed!
Las Vegas
Price includes • Return flights from UK (Call about regional departures) • 3 night stay in Las Vegas on room only basis – FREE • 7 night cruise on board Star/Grand Princess on full board basis • 3 night stay in San Francisco on room only basis
YOUR ITINERARY Fly: UK/Las Vegas Stay: 3 nights in Las Vegas Fly: Las Vegas/San Francisco Cruise: San Francisco – Santa Barbara – Los Angeles San Diego – Ensenada – San Francisco Stay: 3 nights in San Francisco Fly: San Francisco/UK *Ship varies on date of travel: Star Princess – Oct 2014, Mar, Apr 2015, Grand Princess – Oct, Nov 2015
INTERIOR FROM ONLY
£1529
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OCEANVIEW FROM ONLY £1599PP BALCONY FROM ONLY £1799PP MINI–SUITE FROM ONLY £1949PP *price based on 11 Mar 2015 on board Star Princess flying from Glasgow. Transfers are not included, these are optional.
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AUTUMN COLOURS OF THE CAPITAL September & October 2015 14 nights On Board Regal Princess This irresistible tailor–made holiday brings you two cultural city breaks in Washington and New York, a rail journey and cruise taking in the breath taking scenery of the Canadian and New England countryside in one exhilarating trip. We have chosen this particular cruise on board new Royal Princess when the scenery in New England is at its best.
Price includes • Return flights from UK (Call about regional departures) • 3 night stay in Washington on room only basis – FREE • Washington to New York rail (Business Class) – FREE • 3 night stay in Manhattan on room only basis • 7 night cruise on board on Royal Princess on full board basis • Monuments by Moonlight Night tour – FREE • Entry to Empire State Building – FREE Bar Harbour
YOUR ITINERARY Fly: UK/Washington
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Stay: 3 nights in Washington Train: Amtrak train from Washington to New York Stay: 3 nights in New York Cruise: New York – Newport, Rhode Island Boston, Massachusetts – Bar Harbour, Maine Saint John, New Brunswick – Halifax – New York Fly: New York/UK
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BALCONY FROM ONLY £2449PP MINI–SUITE FROM ONLY £2759PP *price based on 11 Oct 2015 flying from Glasgow. Transfers are not included, these are optional
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RIDE Venice Gondola’s
VENICE & GRECIAN SPLENDOURS April – September 2015 10 nights On Board Norwegian Jade With 3 nights in Venice, one of the world’s greatest cities, there’s plenty time to explore the great architecture and picturesque canals. You’ll stay in Venice where you can wander through the enchanting narrow streets or take a gondola ride and gaze upon Venice’s fabulous sights. Then, set sail on a scenic cruise through the Greek Isles and ancient cities on the Adriatic coast. Enjoy ports of call such as the traditional villages of Mykonos, ancient Olympia in Katakolon and the Old Town of Dubrovnik. It’s easy to see why this is one of our most popular cruise and stay itineraries.
Old Town in Dubrovnik
Price includes • Return flights from the UK (Call for regional departures) • 3 night stay in Venice on bed and breakfast basis – FREE • 7 night cruise on board Norwegian Jade on full board basis • Transfers • Gondola Ride – FREE
YOUR ITINERARY Date
Fly: UK/Venice Stay: 3 nights in Venice – FREE Cruise: Venice – Corfu – Santorini – Mykonos – Katakolon – Venice OR Venice – Dubrovnik – Athens – Kusadasi – Split – Venice Fly: Venice/UK
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*Prices based on 22 Apr, 20 May, 03 Jun, 22 Jul, 26 Aug & 23 Sep 2015.
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FREE DRINKS & GRATUITIES*
FREE UPGRADE** FROM OCEAN VIEW TO BALCONY RipCord by iFly®
ORLANDO MAGIC October 2014 – April 2015 15 nights On Board Allure of the Seas® Discover all that Orlando has to offer with this unique cruise and stay package. Home to some of the best theme parks in the world you can enjoy an action packed week staying in the heart of it all before joining one of the world’s largest cruise ships Allure of the Seas® for a 7 night cruise around the Caribbean – the perfect way to relax and unwind after all the excitement of Orlando.
Price includes • Return flights from the UK (Call about regional departures) • 7 night stay in Orlando on room only basis • 7 night cruise on board Allure of the Seas® on all-inclusive basis • FREE Drinks & FREE Gratuities when you book before 30 Sep 2014. • Car hire
Allure of the Seas® innovative features: • RipCord by iFly® • SeaPlexSM • North Star • Fabulous entertainment Theatre, Comedy Acts, DJ’s, Live Music • Rock Climbing, Ice Rink, FlowRider® & more
YOUR ITINERARY Fly: UK/Orlando
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Stay: 7 nights in Orlando Cruise: Fort Lauderdale – Labadee, Haiti – Falmouth, Jamaica – Cozumel, Mexico – Fort Lauderdale Fly: Orlando/UK
£1659
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OCEAN VIEW FROM ONLY £1789PP BALCONY FROM ONLY £1789PP *Price based on 23 Nov 2014, flying from Glasgow. Itinerary may vary depending on date. Free drinks & gratuities is valid for new bookings made before 30 Sep 2014 on board the Allure of the Seas®. **Balcony upgrade is available on selected sailings.
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ROCKY MOUNTAINEER & ALASKA May – Sep 2015 14 nights On Board Norwegian Sun Alaska is a holiday of great discoveries. You’ll overnight in Vancouver before embarking on your Alaskan voyage, stop at historic ports, get close to glaciers, fjords and marine wildlife such as a humpback whales and bald eagles. You’ll then join Rocky Mountaineer, one of the world’s most luxurious trains for a journey through the Canadian Rocky Mountains, you’ll also enjoy stays in the most beautiful of mountain towns such as Kamloops and Banff. Let us take you to places untouched by time.
Rocky Mountaineer
Price includes • Return flights from UK (Call about regional departures) • Stay 1 night in Vancouver • Cruise 7 nights on board Norwegian Sun on full board basis • Stay 1 night in Vancouver • 2 days on board Rocky Mountaineer on Red Leaf basis • Stay 1 night in Kamloops • Stay 2 nights in Banff • Stay 1 night in Calgary • Transfers
YOUR ITINERARY Fly: UK/Vancouver Stay: 1 night in Vancouver Cruise: Vancouver – Inside Passage – Skagway – Juneau – Ketchikan – Inside Passage – Vancouver Stay: 1 night in Vancouver Embark: Rocky Mountaineer train Stay: 1 night in Kamloops Disembark: Rocky Mountaineer train Stay: 2 nights in Banff Stay: 1 night in Calgary Fly: Calgary/UK
INTERIOR FROM ONLY
£2579
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OCEANVIEW FROM ONLY £2579PP BALCONY FROM ONLY £2899PP *Price based on 17 May 2015. Hotel stays are on room only basis.
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ADD 7 NIGHT LUXURY STAY IN BALI Bali
THAILAND, JAVA & BALI 01 Feb 2015 17 nights On Board Azamara Quest Immerse yourself in the exotic splendours of the Far East. Relax in the aqua marine waters and white sand beaches of Ko Samui or for a memorable day go elephant trekking. With 3 days in Bangkok you’ll have plenty time to explore the floating markets, royal temples and bustling nightlife. Visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites at the Borobudur Temple and Prambanan, considered to be the world’s most beautiful Hindu temple. Complete your trip in Bali, see the stunning temples and volcanoes of the north and the vibrant arts in the southern port of Benoa. Make the most of your holiday – Why not extend your stay in Bali for 7 nights?
Singapore
Price includes • Return flights from the UK (Call for regional departures) • 1 night stay in Singapore on room only basis • 14 nights on board Azamara Quest on all–inclusive basis • Transfers
YOUR ITINERARY Fly: UK/Singapore
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Stay: 1 night in Singapore Cruise: Singapore – Ko Samui, Thailand – Bangkok (2 nights in port) – Semarang, Indonesia – Celukan Bawang, Indonesia – Lombok, Indonesia – Benoa, Bali (overnight) Fly: Bali/UK ADD BALI STAY: Luxury Villa on bed & breakfast basis 7 nights from only £399pp 26
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VIBRANT VIETNAM 27 Feb 2015 17 nights On Board Celebrity Millennium® This cruise and stay holiday combines a 1 night stay in Hong Kong where you can visit the colonial buildings and amazing Buddha temples before embarking Celebrity Millennium for a 14 night Vietnam cruise. During this oriental cruise you will visit stunning destinations including Ho Chi Minh City, Hue/Danang and Halong Bay. This really is the perfect way to explore Vietnam!
Hong Kong
Price includes • Return flights from UK (Call about regional departures) • 1 night stay in Hong Kong on room only basis – FREE • 14 night cruise on board Celebrity Millennium® on full board basis • FREE Drinks & FREE Gratuities when you book before 30 Sep 2014. • Transfers
YOUR ITINERARY Fly: UK/Hong Kong Stay: 1 nights in Hong Kong – FREE Cruise: Hong Kong – Taipei, Taiwan – Hualien, Taiwan – Kaohsiung, Taiwan – Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam – Hue/Danang, Vietnam - Hanoi, Vietnam (overnight) – Hong Kong (overnight)
OCEAN VIEW FROM ONLY
£1959
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BALCONY FROM ONLY £2099PP
Fly: Hong Kong/UK * Free drinks and gratuities on ocean view and above, book before 30 Sep 2014.
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TRIP OF A LIFETIME Rio De Janeiro
THE CARIBBEAN, BRAZIL & RIO CARNIVAL 22 Jan 2015 27 nights On Board Ms Maasdam This really is a fascinating cruise itinerary, taking in the best of the Caribbean and South America. Setting sail from Fort Lauderdale, you’ll slip into the rhythms of the islands, where the beaches seem endless, the rum punch flows and the locals are warm and welcoming. From the tropical shores of the Caribbean, you’ll cross the Equator to breath taking South America, where you’ll visit ports bursting with energy and diverse culture. This cruise tour ends with the infectious energy of Rio De Janeiro, soak up the atmosphere and join in the colourful parades at the world famous Rio Carnival.
Rio Carnival
Price includes • Return flights from the UK (Call for regional departures) • 1 night stay in Fort Lauderdale on room only basis • 23 night cruise on board ms Maasdam on full board basis • 2 night stay in Rio De Janeiro on bed and breakfast basis • Transfers
YOUR ITINERARY Fly: UK/Fort Lauderdale
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Stay: 1 night in Fort Lauderdale Cruise: Fort Lauderdale – Key West, Florida – Georgetown – Aruba – Curacao – Bonaire – Trinidad – Tobago – Devils Island – Cross the Equator – Belem, Brazil – Recife, Brazil – Maceio, Brazil – Vitoria, Brazil – Ilhabela, Brazil – Rio De Janeiro Stay: 2 nights in Rio De Janeiro Fly: Rio De Janeiro/UK
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OCEAN VIEW FROM ONLY £3289PP BALCONY FROM ONLY £5295PP
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FREE DRINKS & GRATUITIES* Rome
ROME & ALLURING MEDITERRANEAN May – Oct 2015 10 nights On Board Allure of the Seas® Cruise from Rome for 7 nights on board the amazing Allure of the Seas®, one of the world’s most innovative ships. Explore, experience and immerse yourself in the seven neighbourhoods on board, Allure of the Seas® is a destination in itself. When you do have time to step ashore you’ll visit mediterranean gems like Naples, La Spezia, for Florence/Pisa, bustling Barcelona and Palma. Then discover the magnificence of Rome – take a stroll along the Via Condotti, toss a coin in the Trevi fountain and explore the Colosseum.
Price includes • Return flights from the UK (Call about regional departures) • 7 night cruise on board Allure of the Seas® on all–inclusive basis • 3 night stay in Rome on bed and breakfast basis – FREE • FREE Drinks & FREE Gratuities when you book by 30 Sep 2014. • Transfers
Provence, Marseilles
YOUR ITINERARY
INTERIOR FROM ONLY
Fly: UK/Rome Cruise: Rome – Naples – Barcelona – Palma – Provence, Marseilles – La Spezia, Florence/Pisa – Rome Stay: 3 nights in Rome Fly: Rome/UK *Price based on 15 Oct 2015. Itinerary may vary depending on date. Free drinks and gratuities is valid for new bookings made by 30 Sep 2014.
£1219
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CENTRAL PARK VIEW FROM ONLY £1539PP BALCONY FROM ONLY £1679PP
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FREE TOUR San Francisco
GOLDEN GATE & MEXICAN RIVIERA Oct 2014 – Apr 2015 14 nights On Board Star Princess A great winter city and sun combo! Starting in San Francisco on the scenic West Coast, you’ll have three nights to explore “everyone’s favourite city”. Shop in the downtown boutiques, take a few snaps at Golden Gate bridge, ride on the cable cars and sail to Alcatraz before boarding Star Princess. Sail to Mexico’s sun–drenched vistas, relax, sip a margarita and visit colourful ports of call like Cabo San Lucas and Puerto Vallarta. This Mexican cruise holiday will leave you with memories you’ll never forget.
Price includes • Return flights from UK (Call for regional departures) • Stay 3 nights in San Francisco on room only basis – FREE • Tour – Golden Gate Bay – FREE • Cruise 10 nights on board Star Princess on full board basis Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
YOUR ITINERARY Fly: UK/San Francisco
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Stay: 3 nights in San Francisco Cruise: San Francisco – Cabo San Lucas, Mexico – Loreto, Mexico – La Paz, Mexico – Puerto Vallarta, Mexico – San Francisco Fly: San Francisco/UK
£1299
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OCEANVIEW FROM ONLY £1419PP BALCONY FROM ONLY £1689PP *Price based on 11 Nov 2014, flying from Glasgow. Transfers are not included.
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GUIDED TOURS INCLUDED Yangtze River
IMPERIAL JEWELS OF CHINA May – Oct 2015 | 14 nights On Board Viking Emerald This phenomenal itinerary presents China’s key highlights in just 12 days. Explore cosmopolitan Shanghai, China’s most cutting–edge, modern city. Cruise the legendary Yangtze between Wuhan and Chongqing through the scenic Three Gorges and wildly beautiful Lesser Gorges. Tour the Three Gorges Dam, an engineering marvel that has changed the face of China. Visit the necropolis at Xian, where you encounter thousands of Terracotta Warriors. In Beijing, explore imperial treasures like the Forbidden City and the Great Wall, and walk through historic Tiananmen Square, the world’s largest public venue. The hospitality of distinctive hotels and the fabulous Viking Emerald round out an amazing trip.
Terracotta Warriors
Price includes • Return flights from UK (Call for regional departures) • 2 nights stay in Beijing • Tours of Great Wall, Tiananmen Square & Forbidden City • 1 night stay in Xian • Tour of Terracotta Warriors
• 5 night cruise on the most scenic stretch of the Yangtze River • Complimentary wine, beer & soft drinks with lunch & dinner on board • 1 night stay in Shanghai • All Meals • Transfers
YOUR ITINERARY Fly: UK/Beijing Stay: 2 nights in Beijing Fly: Beijing/Xian Stay: 1 night in Xian Fly: Xian/Chongqing Cruise: Chongqing – Shibaozhai – Three Gorges – The Three Gorges Dam – Jingzhou – Shanghai Stay: 1 night in Shanghai Fly: Shanghai/UK
VERANDA STATEROOM FROM ONLY
£3895
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JUNIOR SUITE FROM ONLY £4795PP *Price based on 26 Jun 2015. Itinerary may operate in reverse.
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Europe’s Newest Luxury River Cruise Fleet NEW ship innovations: – Swimming pool which converts to cinema – Floor to ceiling window with open–air cabin system which allows you to enjoy your balcony, whatever the weather
Balcony cabin with floor to ceiling window
Exceptional Emerald Value: With Emerald Waterways, all your delicious meals, wonderful onshore experiences, travel and transfers within Europe are included in the price of your holiday. And while other operators can charge as much as £440 per couple for tipping on a 15–day cruise, Emerald take care of that for you too.
It’s amazing what’s included: – Return flights with no regional supplements* – Spacious accommodation on board Europe’s newest river cruise fleet – A river view from all staterooms and suites – All meals and a collection of excellent highlight dinners at Reflections Restaurant – The option to enjoy a light breakfast and lunch, alfresco on The Terrace – Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks to accompany lunch and dinner – Tea and coffee available at all times throughout your cruise – Bottled water restocked daily in your cabin – Included shore excursions on almost every cruise day – A first–class service from an English speaking crew – Knowledgeable local guides at each destination – Complimentary WiFi onboard the ship *Return flights with no regional supplement – Return flights included from a choice of 5 UK airports.
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Jewels of the Rhine
Highlights of Netherlands & Belgium
On board Emerald Waterways Fly Cruise – Ask about regional departures Mar – Oct 2015 | 7 nights
On board Emerald Waterways Fly Cruise – Ask about regional departures 06 Apr 2015 | 7 nights
Itinerary: Amsterdam (overnight) – Cologne – Koblenz – Rüdesheim Mannheim – Black Forest – Basel
Itinerary: Amsterdam (overnight) – Antwerp – Bruges – Veere Arnhem – Volendam – Amsterdam
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Danube Delights
Enchantment of East Europe
On board Emerald Waterways Fly Cruise – Ask about regional departures May – Dec 2015 | 7 nights
On board Emerald Waterways Fly Cruise – Ask about regional departures Apr – Jul 2015 | 9 nights
Itinerary: Nuremberg – Regensburg – Passau – Melk – Vienna Bratislava – Budapest
Itinerary: Budapest – Kalocsa – Vukovar – Belgrade – Iron Gate Svishtov – Silistra – Bucharest – Snagnoy – Bucharest
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*Price based on 23 Jul 2015.
*Must book before 30 Sep 2014 to receive £500 saving. Savings is already included in advertised fare. Prices based on river view cabin.
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So what are you waiting for? Time to choose a voyage.
Classic Mediterranean Cities & Villages On board Azamara Quest® Fly Cruise – Ask about regional departures 08 Sep 2015 | 7 nights
What’s Included: – Return flights – 7 night cruise on board Azamara Quest® on More Inclusive basis including: Select standard spirits, international beers & wines – Gratuities – Soft drinks, speciality coffees & teas – Self Service Laundry
Itinerary: Barcelona - Monte Carlo - Portovenere - Florence/Pisa (Livorno) Rome (Civitavecchia) - Mahon, Menorca - Barcelona
FIRST PASSENGER FROM
£1929
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Temples, Dragons & Beaches On board Azamara Quest® Fly Cruise – Ask about regional departures 10 Dec 2015 | 13 nights
What’s Included: – Return flights – 1 night stay in Singapore – FREE – 10 night cruise on board Azamara Quest® on More Inclusive basis including: Select standard spirits, international beers & wines – Gratuities – Soft drinks, speciality coffees & teas – Self Service Laundry
Itinerary: Stay –1 night in Singapore – FREE – Cruise – Singapore – Semarang – Celukan Bawang – Komodo – Lombok Island – Bali (overnight)
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£2879
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£2169
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Explore Your World with Oceania Cruises Best–Value in Premium Cruising – Elegant mid–sized ships – Luxurious yet country club ambiance – Spacious suites and staterooms FREE LISBON STAY
Mediterranean Shores On board Marina Fly Cruise – Ask about regional departures 28 Oct 2014 | 9 nights
What’s Included: – Return flights – 7 night cruise on board Marina on full board basis – Unlimited soft drinks, speciality teas & coffees – 2 night stay in Lisbon, bed & breakfast basis – FREE – Private transfers
Itinerary: Cruise – Rome – Florence/Pisa, Livorno – Monte Carlo – Provence, Marseilles – Barcelona – Cartagena – Cruising Straits of Gibraltar – Lisbon – Stay –2 nights in Lisbon – FREE
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Mayan Mystique On board Riviera Fly Cruise – Ask about regional departures 11 Jan 2015 | 14 nights Itinerary: Stay – 3 nights in Miami – FREE – Cruise – Miami – George Town – Cozumel – Belize City – Santo Thomas – Roatan – Costa Maya – Key West – Miami
INTERIOR FROM
What’s Included: – Return flights – 3 night stay in Miami, room only basis – FREE – 10 night cruise on board Riviera on full board basis – Unlimited soft drinks, speciality teas & coffees – Private transfers
£2399
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Itinerary: Rouen (2 nights in port) ~ Hornfleur ~ La Pallice
Scandinavian Cities
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£409
Itinerary: Amsterdam – Brunsbuttel – Holenau – Wismar – Helsingborg – Copenhagen (overnight) – Oslo
European Explorer
08 Oct
7
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MSC Magnifica
Itinerary: Zeebrugge – Amsterdam (overnight) – Hamburg – Le Havre, Paris
Venice Stay & Cruise
08 Oct
10
Fly UK
Norwegian Jade
Itinerary: Stay – 3 nights in Venice – Cruise – Venice – Dubrovnik – Athens – Kusadasi – Split, Croatia – Venice
Barcelona Stay & Cruise
10 Oct
9
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Norwegian Epic
Itinerary: Stay – 2 nights Barcelona – Cruise – Barcelona – Naples/Pompeii – Rome – Florence/Pisa – Cannes – Majorca
Med & Black Sea
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Boudicca
Itinerary: Tangier – La Valletta – Varna – Odessa - Constanza – Istanbul (overnight) – Izmir – Athens – Santorini – Catania – Almeria – Gibraltar
Canaries
14 Oct
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Emerald Princess
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Celebrity Eclipse®
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Itinerary: Madeira – Tenerife – Gran Canaria – Lanzarote – Vigo
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Queen Elizabeth
Itinerary: Rome – Corfu – Kotor – Dubrovnik – Venice (overnight) – Korcula – Valletta – Messina – Naples – Rome
Orlando Stay & Cruise
23 Nov
15
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Freedom of the Seas®
Itinerary: Stay – Orlando 7 nights – Cruise – Fort Lauderdale - Cococay – St Thomas – St Maarten – Fort Lauderdale
Canary Islands Adventure
30 Nov
12
Southampton
Queen Mary 2
Itinerary: Madeira – St Cruz De La Palma – Gran Canaria- Lanzarote – Lisbon
Canary Islands
04 Dec
12
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Norwegian Spirit
Itinerary: Stay – 2 nights Barcelona – Cruise - Barcelona – Casablanca – Madeira – Tenerife – Lanzarote – Malaga – Barcelona
Eastern Caribbean
05 Dec
15
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Ventura
Itinerary: Barbados (overnight) – Grenada – St Lucia – Dominica – St Kitts – St Maarten – Tortola – Curacao – Bonaire – Barbados
Danube Delights
06 Dec
7
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Emerald Waterways
Itinerary: Nuremberg – Regensburg – Passau – Melk – Vienna – Bratislava – Budapest
Atlantic Coast
09 Dec
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MSC Orchestra
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Southampton
Oceana
Southampton
Balmoral
Itinerary: Lisbon – Madeira – Tenerife (overnight)– Gran Canaria – Lanzarote – Gibraltar (overnight)
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Itinerary: Madeira – St Cruz De La Palma – Gran Canaria – Lanzarote – Lisbon
Christmas Canaries
£1299
Arcadia
Itinerary: Dubai – Abu Dhabi – Khor Fakkan – Muscat (Oman) – Khasab – Dubai
Christmas Canaries
£1199
Southampton
Itinerary: Vigo – Oporto – Seville – Malaga – Gibraltar – Lisbon
United Arab Emirates
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NEW – 2016 World Cruise Programme FREE Up to £2200 on board spend World Voyage South America & Japan Adventure On board Arcadia Sailing from Southampton 11 Jan 2016 | 115 nights Itinerary Highlights: 6 Maiden calls:
– 32 Destinations – 19 Countries – 39,287 nautical miles
– Hilo, Hawaii – Hawaiian Island – Jeju–do, South Korea – Port Stanley, Falklands Islands – Tauranga, New Zealand – Alotau, Papau New Guinea – Panama Canal Transit – The best of China & Japan – See Japan in Cherry Blossom season – Extensive scenic cruising, Cape Horn, Chilean Glaciers
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Benefits – FREE Shuttle Bus* – FREE up to £2200 On Board Spend – Past passengers receive double On Board Spend until 30 Nov 2014
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World Voyage The First Full Circumnavigation Since 2009 On board Queen Mary 2 Sailing from Southampton 10 Jan 2016 | 120 nights Itinerary Highlights: 11 Maiden calls:
– 39 ports – 27 Countries – 41,000 nautical miles
– Amber Cove, Dominican Republic – Rio De Janeiro, Brazil – Ushuaia, Argentina – Queen Mary 2 – First time crossing the South Pacific – Polynesian paradise islands of Papeete – Wellington, New Zealand – Halong Bay, Vietnam – Sihanoukville, Cambodia – Scenic cruising in the Beagle Channel and Magellan Straits
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Benefits – FREE Shuttle Bus* – FREE up to $3600 On Board Spend – FREE Gratuities – Past passengers receive additional On Board Spend until 30 Nov 2014
£12,799
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CARIBBEAN & AMERICAN ADVENTURE 06 Jan 2016 50 nights On Board Oriana Your adventure begins in Southampton from where you sail for the islands that nestle in the azure waters of the Caribbean Sea. Seven nights and six Islands later, you’ll realise that there is as much that defines each island as there is that unites them. As you make your way north, you follow the coastline of Colombia, Costa Rica, Honduras and Mexico. Next it’s time for the highlight of this cruise – a whole slice of American pie, served with southern charm in New Orleans and a little piece of Florida sun shine on the side. A truly mouth – watering combination. The islands you visited at the start of your cruise are rivalled in beauty by Bermuda and Madeira, with precede your arrival home and punctuate ten hedonistic days at sea. This is your time to absorb all that you’ve seen and done for the 50 glorious nights and to reminisce with friends you’ve discovered along the way.
Price includes • Sailing from Southampton • Cruise 50 nights on board Oriana on full board basis • FREE Up to £950 on board spend* • Transfers
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YOUR ITINERARY Cruise: Southampton – Tenerife – Barbados – Guadeloupe – Antigua – St Lucia – Curacao – Aruba – Cartagena, Colombia – Puerto Limon, Costa Rica – Roatan, Honduras – Santo Tomas de Castilla, Guatemala – Costa Maya, Mexico – Progreso, Mexico – New Orleans – Key West – Miami – Port Canaveral – Charleston – Bermuda – Madeira – Southampton
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SCOTLAND’S CRUISE CENTRE
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EXOTIC ESCAPES
& TROPICAL SHORES Inspirational Journeys created for you by our Cruise Experts
In this edition – Golden Gate & Mexican Riviera – The Caribbean, Brazil & the Rio Carnival – World Cruise 2016 – Caribbean & America Adventure – Jewels of Japan
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