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LAUNCH PROMOTION Save up to £13,369 DISCOVER THE
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MAIDEN VOYAGES BRAND NEW SHIP –
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SOUTH AMERICA & ANTARCTICA WITH
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BARBADOS & BEYOND IN
Ultra-Luxury
FREE WINE CONNOISSEURS SET - BOOK BY 24th march 2017
RO L N E WS : APRIL 2017
Cruise News Celebrity Cruises®– Taking Modern Luxury to The ®
Edge
In last month’s edition, we shared the news that Celebrity Cruises® will be adding a brand new class of ships to their fleet, with Celebrity Edge® launching in autumn 2018. We are now excited to announce that these brand new voyages are on sale this month. For more information and to be one of the first to book, please call our Cruise Specialists today!
Ambassador Update We are delighted to announce that we will have the following ROL Cruise Ambassadors on these Fred. Olsen cruises this year: Departure Date
Cruise
Ship
Duration
Ambassadors
05/04/2017
Mediterranean
Balmoral
17
John & Liz
22/04/2017
Rivers & Waterways
Balmoral
8
Ray & Sandra
24/04/2017
Croatia with Venice
Black Watch
25
Mike & Mavis
28/04/2017
Rivers of Spain & France
Braemar
14
Dave & Jenny
ship
19/05/2017
Monaco
Black Watch
16
John & Liz
Norwegian Cruise Line announced earlier this year that the 16th ship in their fleet will be the Norwegian Bliss.
31/05/2017
Danish Waterways
Braemar
10
Brian & Jenny
09/06/2017
Bermuda & Azores
Boudicca
26
Bill & Maggie
10/06/2017
Rivers of Spain & France
Braemar
14
Ray & Sandra
21/06/2017
German Waterways
Black Watch
9
Mike & Mavis
14/07/2017
Arctic Fjords
Black Watch
27
Ray & Sandra
16/07/2017
Scandinavian Capitals
Balmoral
14
John & Liz
16/04/2017
German Waterways
Braemar
10
Mike & Mavis
26/07/2017
Ships & Trips
Braemar
10
Mike & Mavis
14/08/2017
Fjords of Greenland
Boudicca
14
Brian & Jenny
11/09/2017
Islands of the Aegean
Braemar
28
Dave & Jenny
unveil
brand new Offering guests the freedom and flexibility to “imagine bliss” and create their ideal experience at sea, the wide range of accommodation will include luxurious suites in The Haven by Norwegian®, Studio Staterooms for solo travellers with virtual ocean views and new connecting staterooms - ideal for large groups and families travelling together. Guests staying in The Haven will experience incredible benefits, such as the services of a butler and a private concierge, as well as priority access to reservations, VIP embarkation and disembarkation, exclusive reserved seating in the ship’s theatre and much more. ₒ
Brand new features include the 180 Observation Lounge: a breathtaking experience, offering floor-to-ceiling windows that will be the perfect spot from which to take in the stunning sunset views, where guests can enjoy fine cocktails and spirits. Norwegian Bliss will homeport in Alaska for her inaugural summer season in 2018, before moving to Miami for the winter, where she will sail seven-day Caribbean sailings on a weekly basis. To book your place on Norwegian Bliss’ maiden transatlantic voyage from Southampton to New York, please turn to page 18
Plus, turn to page 46 to read our interview with Ray & Sandra Bu ttle Norwegian Bliss
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Horizons Hello and welcome to the April edition of Blue Horizons. In this edition we are delighted to present you with a selection of launch promotions and best-selling offers so that you can experience the difference on your next cruise holiday! On pages 4-7 you will find Cruise & Maritime Voyages incredible 2018 Buy One Get One Free launch promotion including savings of up to £13,369, free car parking and free on board spending money. Or, on pages 8-11 you can join Celebrity Silhouette® as she embarks on her maiden season from Southampton featuring fantastic added benefits and fares from only £899pp! On pages 44-45 experience a brand new all-inclusive promotion from Regent Seven Seas Cruises®. Voyage in ultra-luxury to South Africa at Christmas and take advantage of a free optional post-cruise Safari & Winelands tour, exclusive fares saving up to £1,100, included excursions and much more! If you enjoy the luxurious things in life, then head over to page 24 where you can cruise the Mediterranean with Silversea. Featuring Business Class flights, exclusive free on board spending money and all-inclusive luxury – this really is set to be popular. Make 2019 the year that you explore the very best that South America & Antarctica have to offer on pages 14-15. Enjoy savings, free on board spending money, included drinks plus the choice of free on board spend, free gratuities or free wi-fi as you join Celebrity Eclipse® on her maiden voyage to this ice kingdom. More exclusive deals can be found on pages 40-41 with our best-selling 2018 voyage from Reykjavík to Montréal with Silversea, with exclusive fares only available to book with ROL Cruise! Revel in the ultra-luxury all-inclusive lifestyle on board Silver Wind and take advantage of luxury hotel stays and an included Iceland Golden Circle tour. If you want to see all that the world has to offer then over on pages 42-43 you can embark on a festive Australian Circumnavigation with Oceania Cruises, which features free flights, exclusive free gratuities and wi-fi and a choice of on board spending money, free drinks package or free shore excursions! Plus, a bonus $50 on board spend courtesy of ROL Cruise. Turn to page 18 where you can cruise on board Norwegian Cruise Lines’ brand new ship, Norwegian Bliss as she embarks on her 2018 maiden voyage! This incredible offer includes a choice of benefits and an all-inclusive drinks package for all bookings – so please do not delay! For more brand new cruise experiences, turn to pages 32-33 for fantastic savings, exclusive free on board spending money, included shore excursions and free drinks and gratuities! The Emerald Waterways 2018 launch promotion will offer you all of this incredible added value plus, you will be able to experience the wonder of Europe’s rivers. The world is your oyster, and solo travellers should bear witness to it too – so why not turn to page 49 and enjoy a world cruise with Cruise & Maritime Voyages in 2018? Solo travellers book today and save 50% worth £16,000, enjoy free gratuities and free on board spending money or free travel insurance as you journey to the destination gems that the world has to offer. On page 48 solo travellers can take advantage of more-inclusive cruising with a selection of solo deals from Azamara Club Cruises® which include free drinks and free gratuities! Or turn to page 47 and enjoy incredible late offers from only £999 with Celebrity Cruises®, exclusive to ROL Cruise! Happy Cruising!
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Tobermory, Isle of Mull
Amsterdam, Netherlands
GRAND SCOTTISH LOCHS, GLENS & IRELAND
MAJESTIC FJORDLAND
7 NIGHTS DEPARTING 30TH MAY, 4 & 24TH AUGUST & 5TH OCTOBER 2018
14 NIGHTS DEPARTING 21 APRIL 2018 ST
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Embark Astoria and depart London Tilbury - Kirkwall, Orkney Islands - Stornoway, Isle of Lewis - Tobermory, Isle of Mull - Fort William, Scotland (overnight stay on board) - Belfast, Northern Ireland - Dublin, Ireland - Holy Loch, Scotland - Ullapool, Scotland Scrabster (for John O’Groats), Scotland - Lerwick, Shetland Islands - Invergordon, Scotland - Arrive London Tilbury
Embark Columbus and depart London Tilbury - Amsterdam, Netherlands - Eidfjord, Norway - Cruising Hardangerfjord Flåm, Norway - Cruising Sognefjord - Bergen, Norway Arrive London Tilbury
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OPS £7,699
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YOUR ROL CRUISE BUY ONE GET ONE FREE PRICES CABIN
Standard Inside 1 £1,019 FREE Standard Ocean View 6B† £1,329 FREE FREE upgrade to a Standard Ocean View Cabin (6P)^ Premium Ocean View 12 £1,959 FREE De Luxe Balcony DL £2,799 FREE Book a Junior Balcony Suite (JS) and receive FREE Car Parking# Junior Balcony Suite JS £3,149 FREE Half price Single Cabins available from £749
Dublin, Ireland
ICELAND & NORTHERN ISLES
BRITISH ISLES DISCOVERY
12 NIGHTS DEPARTING 6 JUNE 2018
12 NIGHTS DEPARTING 18TH JUNE, 8TH JULY & 31ST AUGUST 2018
TH
DEPARTURES FROM LIVERPOOL & CARDIFF ALSO AVAILABLE – PLEASE CALL FOR DETAILS Embark Columbus and depart London Tilbury - Amsterdam, Netherlands - Lerwick, Shetland Islands - Kollafjørður, Faroe Islands - Seyðisfjörður, Iceland - Akureyri, Iceland - Ísafjörður, Iceland - Reykjavík, Iceland - Arrive London Tilbury
Embark Columbus and depart London Tilbury - Amsterdam, Netherlands - Invergordon, Scotland - Portree, Isle of Skye Tobermory, Isle of Mull - Belfast, Northern Ireland - Dublin, Ireland - Cobh (for Cork), Ireland - St. Mary’s, Isles of Scilly - St. Peter Port, Guernsey - Honfleur, France - Arrive London Tilbury
YOUR ROL CRUISE BUY ONE GET ONE FREE PRICES
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Godafoss Waterfall
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St. Petersburg, Russia
Greenland
ARCTIC & GREENLAND EXPEDITION VOYAGE
BALTIC CITIES & ST. PETERSBURG 13 NIGHTS DEPARTING 11TH AUGUST & 12TH SEPTEMBER 2018
21 NIGHTS DEPARTING 28TH JULY 2018 Embark Marco Polo and depart Harwich - Lerwick, Shetland Islands - Tórshavn, Faroe Islands - Seyðisfjörður, Iceland - Akureyri, Iceland - Tasiilaq, Greenland - Cruise Prins Christian Sund - Narsarsuaq, Greenland - Sisimiut, Greenland - Kangerlussuaq, Greenland - Nuuk, Greenland - Qaqortoq, Greenland - Reykjavík, Iceland - Arrive Harwich
14 NIGHT ITINERARY ALSO AVAILABLE – PLEASE CALL FOR DETAILS Embark Columbus and depart London Tilbury - Copenhagen, Denmark - Gdynia, Poland - St. Petersburg, Russia (overnight stay on board) - Helsinki, Finland - Stockholm, Sweden - Warnemünde (for Berlin), Germany - Arrive London Tilbury
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Voyager Inside IG< £2,949 FREE £4,079 FREE Voyager Outside OG< Superior Ocean View 9 £5,039 FREE De Luxe Ocean View DL £7,139 FREE Book a Junior Suite (JS) or above and receive FREE Car Parking# Junior Suite JS £8,399 FREE De Luxe Suite DS £9,449 FREE Half price Single Cabins available from £3,149
Bergen, Norway
YOUR ROL CRUISE BUY ONE GET ONE FREE PRICES CABIN
Grade
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Québec, Canada
NORTH CAPE, WHITE SEA & MURMANSK
CANADA IN THE FALL
BRAND NEW ITINERARY
Embark Marco Polo and depart London Tilbury - Cobh (for Cork), Ireland - St. John’s, Newfoundland, Canada - Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada - Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island - Gaspé, Canada - Cruising St. Lawrence River - Montréal, Canada - Québec City, Québec, Canada (overnight stay on board) - Saguenay, Canada - BaieComeau, Canada - Havre-Saint-Pierre, Québec, Canada - Cap-auxMeulles, Canada - Cornerbrook, Newfoundland, Canada - Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada - Glengarriff, Ireland - Arrive London Tilbury
30 NIGHTS DEPARTING 5TH SEPTEMBER 2018
17 NIGHTS DEPARTING 19TH AUGUST 2018
Embark Marco Polo and depart London Tilbury - Kirkwall, Orkney Islands - Trondheim, Norway - Tromsø, Norway Honningsvåg, Norway - Archangel, Russia - Murmansk, Russia - Sortland, Norway - Bergen, Norway Arrive London Tilbury
YOUR ROL CRUISE BUY ONE GET ONE FREE PRICES CABIN
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Voyager Inside IG< £3,989 £5,519 Voyager Outside OG< Superior Ocean View 9 £6,839 De Luxe Ocean View DL £9,689 Book a Junior Suite (JS) or above and receive FREE Car Parking# Junior Suite JS £11,399 De Luxe Suite DS £12,829 Half price Single Cabins available from £4,279
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Barcelona, Spain
The Azores
DISCOVER THE MEDITERRANEAN
15 NIGHTS DEPARTING 22
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33 NIGHTS DEPARTING 5TH NOVEMBER 2018
SEPTEMBER 2018
Embark Magellan and depart Bristol Portbury - Lisbon, Portugal - Barcelona, Spain - Cannes, France - Rome (from Civitavecchia), Italy - Gibraltar - Cobh (for Cork), Ireland Arrive Bristol Portbury
Embark Marco Polo and depart London Tilbury - Amsterdam, Netherlands - Ponta Delgada, Azores - Horta, Azores St. John’s, Antigua - Philipsburg, St. Maarten - Basseterre, St. Kitts - Castries, St. Lucia - Mayreau, St. Vincent - Kingstown, St. Vincent - Bequia, St. Vincent - St. George’s, Grenada Bridgetown, Barbados - Funchal, Madeira - Lisbon, Portugal Arrive London Tilbury
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Voyager Inside IG £2,109 Voyager Outside OG< £2,909 Superior Ocean View 9 £3,599 Premium Ocean View 12 £4,199 Book a Junior Suite (JS) or above and receive FREE Car Parking#
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WHAT’S INCLUDED IN YOUR ROL CRUISE PACKAGE
INCREDIBLE BUY ONE GET ONE FREE LAUNCH PROMOTION – SAVE UP TO £13,369 ± FREE Car Parking for Junior Suites and above # FREE on board spend of up to £150 * Full board cruising on board your traditionally British ship including: - Full board cuisine, afternoon tea and late night snacks
Marco Polo Pool
- Welcome and farewell Captain’s drinks parties - Stylish cabarets and professional show entertainment - Guest speakers and daytime activities - Port taxes - The currency on board is pounds sterling, so you won’t be affected by any foreign exchange rate fluctuations EXCLUSIVE CRUISE MILES Earn up to 13,369 when booking this fantastic voyage, worth £133 off your next booking with ROL Cruise††
Please note, all departures are adults-only. Automatic gratuities of £5pp per night will be added to your on board account (£4pp per night on 28th July, 19th August, 5th September & 8th November 2018 departures). ±Maximum savings are based on 5th November 2018 departure. #Car Parking is for Junior Suite (JS) bookings and above. Booking conditions of South Quay Travel & Leisure Ltd t/a Cruise & Maritime Voyages (ATOL V994/4619) and Reader Offers Limited Agency terms of business apply. Please see back page for full terms and conditions.
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BRAND NEW PROMOTION
2018 NO-FLY cruise promotion
CELEBRITY SILHOUETTE’S® MAIDEN SEASON from Southampton
FREE
Classic Drinks Package++
PLUS CHOOSE FROM:
FREE $300 on board spend*
OR
FREE
unlimited Wi-Fi~
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gratuities≃
PLUS FREE CAR PARKING# - EXCLUSIVELY FROM ROL CRUISE
PLUS book a Suite and receive all added benefits and upgrade to a FREE Premium Drinks Package++
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FIRST DAY ON SALE Tallinn, Estonia
NORWEGIAN FJORDS 7 NIGHTS departing 30TH APRIL & 1st SEPTEMBER 2018 Embark Celebrity Silhouette® and depart Southampton
Day 2
Relaxing at sea
Day 3
Bergen, Norway Home to UNESCO World Heritage site, Bryggen, Bergen is a beautiful city, surrounded by hills and fjords. A short cable car ride offers stunning panoramic views, while 15th century Vågen Harbour has a lively atmosphere
Day 4
Ålesund, Norway
Day 5
Geiranger, Norway
Day 6
Stavanger, Norway
Day 7
Relaxing at sea
May 2018
N Y DE R AI R A M NE I IT
Day 1
TREASURES OF THE BALTIC 12 nights departing 7 th May 2018 Mon 7
Embark Celebrity Silhouette® and depart Southampton
Tue 8
Relaxing at sea
Wed 9
Kristiansund, Norway
Thu 10
Copenhagen, Denmark
Fri 11
Relaxing at sea
Sat 12
Tallinn, Estonia
Sun 13 - St. Petersburg, Russia Mon 14 (overnight stay on board) Tue 15
Helsinki, Finland Helsinki has a unique charm and offers something to suit all tastes, from magnificent architecture and superb shopping to fascinating museums and trendy bars
Wed 16 Relaxing at sea
Day 8 Arrive Southampton Itinerary is based on 30th April 2018 departure and ports of call may vary on other departure date
Thu 17
Skagen, Denmark
Fri 18
Relaxing at sea
Sat 19 Arrive Southampton
SCANDINAVIA & RUSSIA 14 nights departing 26th May, 23rd June & 4th August 2018 Embark Celebrity Silhouette® and depart Southampton Day 3 - Copenhagen, Denmark Day 4 (arrive pm – overnight stay on board) This is where old fairy tales blend with flashy new architecture and world-class design. Copenhagen, rich in culture and history, is a wonderful city for walking. Visit the harbour area and relax in an outdoor café or catch a canal boat tour of the city’s waterways Day 6 Tallinn, Estonia Day 7 - St. Petersburg, Russia Day 8 (overnight stay on board) Day 9 Helsinki, Finland Day 10 Stockholm, Sweden Day 12 Berlin (from Warnemünde), Germany Day 15 Arrive Southampton Day 1
Days not mentioned are spent relaxing at sea Itinerary is based on 26th May 2018 departure and ports of call may vary on other departure dates
YOUR INCREDIBLE ROL CRUISE FARES
YOUR INCREDIBLE ROL CRUISE FARES
YOUR INCREDIBLE ROL CRUISE FARES
Stateroom ROL CRUISE FARE from (PP)
Stateroom ROL CRUISE FARE from (PP)
Stateroom ROL CRUISE FARE from (PP)
£899 £1,229 £1,429 £1,759 £1,899 £2,999
Interior £1,349
Interior Ocean View Balcony Concierge Class AquaClass® Suite
Interior Ocean View Balcony Concierge Class AquaClass® Suite
Fares and availability are based on 30th April 2018 departure
Ocean View £1,849 Balcony £2,029 Concierge Class £2,349 AquaClass® £2,529 Suite £4,099
Just a deposit required to secure your preferred stateroom
Just a deposit required to secure your preferred stateroom
£1,549 £2,029 £2,259 £2,669 £2,849 £4,459
Fares and availability are based on 26th May 2018 departure
Just a deposit required to secure your preferred stateroom THEN NOTHING TO PAY UNTIL 2018
++The Classic Drinks Package is applicable to Ocean View Staterooms and above and to the first and second guest in the stateroom only. Offer is not valid on Z Y X XC XA or W staterooms and is not combinable with any other offer. Booking conditions of Celebrity Cruises® (ATOL 3088) and Reader Offers Limited Agency terms of business apply. Please see back page for full terms and conditions.
To book any of these magnificent cruises call today
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BRAND NEW PROMOTION St. Petersburg, Russia
ST. PETERSBURG DISCOVERY 14 nights departing 9th June, 7 th July & 21st July 2018
August 2018
N Y DE R AI R A M NE I IT
G IN 8 × U R 201 U P AT E C F E TH R LD O W
Embark Celebrity Silhouette® and depart Southampton
Day 1
ICELAND & IRELAND 14 nights departing 18th August 2018 Sat 18
Embark Celebrity Silhouette® and depart Southampton
Day 2
Bruges (from Zeebrugge), Belgium
Sun 19
St. Peter Port, Guernsey
Day 4
Copenhagen, Denmark
Mon 20
Cork (from Cobh), Ireland
Day 6
Stockholm, Sweden Enjoy the vibrancy of Stockholm where you will be impressed by some of the spectacular tourist attractions, ranging from the interesting architecture of the City Hall to the stunning natural beauty of the archipelago
Tue 21
Waterford (from Dunmore East), Ireland
Day 7
Tallinn, Estonia
Day 8 - Day 10
St. Petersburg, Russia (two night stay on board)
Day 12
Berlin (from Warnemünde), Germany
Day 15
Arrive Southampton
Days not mentioned are spent relaxing at sea Itinerary is based on 9th June 2018 and ports of call may vary on other departure dates
YOUR INCREDIBLE ROL CRUISE FARES
Wed 22 - Dublin, Ireland (overnight Thu 23 stay on board) Take a trip to the National Gallery and discover the works of Monet and Picasso, enjoy a Guinness in one of the friendly pubs or simply stroll around Dublin’s cultural quarter and soak up the charming heritage Sun 26
Akureyri, Iceland
Mon 27 - Reykjavík, Iceland Tue 28 (overnight stay on board) Thu 30
Belfast, Northern Ireland
September 2018 Sat 1
Arrive Southampton
Dates not mentioned are spent relaxing at sea
YOUR INCREDIBLE ROL CRUISE FARES
WESTERN MEDITERRANEAN 14 nights departing 9th September 2018 September 2018 Sun 9 Embark Celebrity Silhouette® and depart Southampton Wed 12 Gibraltar (arrive early pm) Fri 14 Nice (from Villefranche), France Nice is a diverse city with universal appeal. Explore the narrow streets of the Old Town, with its picturesque houses and daily flower and fruit markets. Or alternatively, enjoy spectacular views of the city and surrounding areas from Mont Boron Sat 15 Florence/Pisa (from La Spezia), Italy Sun 16 Rome (from Civitavecchia), Italy Mon 17 Ajaccio, Corsica Tue 18 Barcelona, Spain Thu 20 Lisbon, Portugal (arrive early pm) Sun 23 Arrive Southampton Dates not mentioned are spent relaxing at sea
YOUR INCREDIBLE ROL CRUISE FARES
Stateroom ROL CRUISE FARE FROM (PP)
Stateroom ROL CRUISE FARE FROM (PP)
Stateroom ROL CRUISE FARE FROM (PP)
Interior £1,599 Ocean View £2,129 Balcony £2,299 Concierge Class £2,719 AquaClass® £2,899 Suite £4,499
Interior £1,799
Interior £1,749
Fares and availability are based on 9th June 2018 departure
Ocean View
£2,279
Ocean View
£2,229
Balcony
£2,499
Balcony
£2,459
Concierge Class £2,919
Concierge Class
£2,869
AquaClass®
£3,099
AquaClass®
£3,049
Suite
£4,799
Suite
£4,659
Just a deposit required to secure your preferred stateroom THEN NOTHING TO PAY UNTIL 2018 ×Tickets to the World Cup are not included. ++The Classic Drinks Package is applicable to Ocean View Staterooms and above and to the first and second guest in the stateroom only. Offer is not valid on Z Y X XC XA or
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FIRST DAY ON SALE
CELEBRITY SILHOUETTE ® HIGHLIGHTS Lisbon, Portugal
FINEST FOOD Foodies, welcome to heaven! On every Celebrity Cruises® ship you will find a selection of awardwinning restaurants. Our favourite here at ROL Cruise is Qsine®, which offers a culinary journey filled with surprise and delight. Make sure you try specialities such as Sushi on Five – created by fourth-generation sushi chef, Yoshikazu Okada.
THE LAWN CLUB GRILL
CANARIES & AZORES 14 nights departing 23rd September & 7th October 2018 N Y DE R AI R A M NE I IT
Embark Celebrity Silhouette® and depart Southampton
Day 1
Day 4
Ponta Delgada, Azores Beautiful mountainous islands form the Azores archipelago where volcanic activity has resulted in breath-taking scenery including volcanic crater lakes and thermal springs. Cosmopolitan Ponta Delgada combines the traditional with the modern
CANARY ISLANDS & MADEIRA 13 nights departing 21st October 2018 October 2018 Sun 21
Tue 23
Embark Celebrity Silhouette® and depart Southampton Vigo, Spain Uncover an un-spoilt piece of Spain on the coast of the Ria de Vigo. A great destination for all, whether you enjoy spending time with nature, exploring the historic architecture or just want to top up your tan on the beach
Day 6
Funchal, Madeira
Wed 24 Lisbon, Portugal
Day 7
Santa Cruz, Tenerife
Fri 26
Arrecife, Lanzarote
Day 8
Las Palmas, Gran Canaria
Sat 27
La Palmas, Gran Canaria
Puerto del Rosario, Fuerteventura
Sun 28
Santa Cruz, Tenerife
Mon 29
Funchal, Madeira
Arrecife, Lanzarote
Wed 31
La Coruña, Spain
Day 12
Lisbon, Portugal
November 2018
Day 15
Arrive Southampton
Thu 1 Bilbao, Spain (arrive midday)
Day 9 Day 10
Days not mentioned are spent relaxing at sea Itinerary is based on 23rd September 2018 departure and ports of call may vary on other departure date
YOUR INCREDIBLE ROL CRUISE FARES
Sat 3
Arrive Southampton
Dates not mentioned are spent relaxing at sea
YOUR INCREDIBLE ROL CRUISE FARES
Stateroom ROL CRUISE FARE FROM (PP)
Stateroom ROL CRUISE FARE FROM (PP)
Interior £1,549 Ocean View £2,029 Balcony £2,259 Concierge Class £2,669 AquaClass® £2,849 Suite £4,459
Interior £1,499
Fares and availability are based on 23 September 2018 departure rd
Ocean View £1,929 Balcony £2,159 Concierge Class
£2,599
AquaClass®
£2,799
Suite
£4,099
Just a deposit required to secure your preferred stateroom THEN NOTHING TO PAY UNTIL 2018
Celebrity’s newest restaurant (available only on Celebrity Silhouette® and Celebrity ReflectionSM) celebrates the flavourful joys of outdoor grilling. The highlight of dining at the Lawn Club Grill is the opportunity to serve as your party’s “Grill Master,” by being paired with a Celebrity chef to assist in preparing the menu for your table over custombuilt, ventilated grills. In an openair setting with views of the ocean and Lawn Club, you can enjoy the freedom of al fresco dining, whilst being in control of roasting mouthwatering joints of meat and seafood to perfection.
THE ALCOVES Designed for secluded relaxation, the eight chic, cabana-style settings can cater for up to eight guests. A mere stone’s throw away from the lively Lawn Club, the Alcoves provide stunning views, ambient mood lighting, complimentary fresh fruit, chilled towels, complimentary water and all-day use of an iPad®
EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE -
What’s included in your ROL Cruise package FREE Car Parking for Balcony Staterooms and above# FREE Classic Drinks Package for Ocean View Staterooms and above++ PLUS CHOOSE FROM: - FREE $300 on board spend* - FREE unlimited Wi-Fi~ - FREE gratuities≃ PLUS book a Suite and receive all added benefits and upgrade to a FREE Premium Drinks Package++ Full board modern luxury cruising on board the award-winning Celebrity Silhouette® on her maiden season from Southampton Book with the top sales agent in the UK for Celebrity Cruises® EXCLUSIVE CRUISE MILES Earn up to 9,598 when booking one of these all-inclusive voyages††
W staterooms and is not combinable with any other offer. Booking conditions of Celebrity Cruises® (ATOL 3088) and Reader Offers Limited Agency terms of business apply. Please see back page for full terms and conditions.
To book any of these magnificent cruises call today
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BRAND NEW PROMOTION FIRST DAY ON SALE
EXPLORE THE MIDDLE EAST & INDIA
In Modern Luxury
Free
Classic Drinks Package++
PLUS CHOOSE FROM:
Free
$300 on board spend*
Free
OR
unlimited Wi-Fi~
OR
Free
gratuities≃
THE FESTIVE VOYAGE TO INDIA - FEATURING NEW YEAR’S EVE IN DUBAI 15 NIGHTS DEPARTING 18 TH DECEMBER 2017 DECEMBER 2017 Mon 18
Fly from London to Abu Dhabi, U.A.E (regional and premium class flights are available on request>)
Tue 19
Abu Dhabi, U.A.E Upon arrival, transfer to the port and embark Celebrity Constellation® for your 14 night cruise beginning with an overnight stay on board
Wed 20 Abu Dhabi, U.A.E (depart early pm) Thu 21
Muscat, Oman (arrive midday)
Mon 25
Cochin, India HCHRISTMAS DAYH OPTIONAL EXCURSION TO THE TAJ MAHAL AVAILABLE× Spend Christmas Day in the “Queen of the Arabian Sea,” Cochin – one of the finest natural harbours in the world. Stroll Fort Kochi Beach at sunset, framed by the Chinese fishing nets, visit St. Francis Church, where Vasco da Gama was buried, and take in a Kathakali dance performance that will leave you spellbound
Tue 26
New Mangalore, India
Wed 27
Goa (from Mormugao), India
Thu 28
Mumbai (formerly Bombay), India Mumbai, a metropolis of almost 18 million people, ranges from rich to poor, cosmopolitan to traditional, and always fascinating. You can explore everything from exclusive international boutiques to small ethnic markets, which include an exciting array of street foods
Sun 31
Dubai, U.A.E (arrive late am - overnight stay on board) HNEW YEAR’S EVEH Ring in the New Year aboard the coolest party afloat, mesmerised by the record-setting fireworks that light up downtown Dubai from the world’s tallest building, the Burj Khalifa
JANUARY 2018 Mon 1
Dubai, U.A.E (depart late night)
Tue 2
Abu Dhabi, U.A.E Disembark and transfer to the airport for your return flight to London (regional and premium class flights are available on request>)
YOUR INCREDIBLE ROL CRUISE FARES Stateroom
ROL CRUISE Fare FROM (pp)
Interior £2,069 Book an Ocean View Stateroom or above and enjoy a free Classic Drinks Package++ and your choice of benefit Ocean View £2,699 Book a Balcony Stateroom or above and enjoy free airport parking# Balcony £3,249 Concierge Class £3,849 AquaClass® £4,249 Suite £6,499 JUST A DEPOSIT REQUIRED TO SECURE YOUR STATEROOM
++The Classic Drinks Package is applicable to Ocean View Staterooms and above and to the first and second guest in the stateroom only. Offer is not valid on Z Y X XC XA or W staterooms and is not combinable with any other offer. ×Taj Mahal excursion can be visited on a Celebrity Cruises® excursion, is subject to availability and costs apply. Fireworks sightings are not guaranteed. Booking conditions of
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Blue Horizons | April 2017
EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE WHAT’S INCLUDED IN YOUR ROL CRUISE PACKAGE
Taj Mahal, India
Free Free
airport parking for Balcony Staterooms and above# Classic Drinks Package for Ocean View Staterooms and above++ PLUS CHOOSE FROM: - Free $300 on board spend* - Free unlimited Wi-Fi~ -
Free
gratuities≃
PLUS book a Suite and receive all added benefits and upgrade to a Free Premium Drinks Package++
Full board accommodation on board Celebrity Constellation® including: - Indulge in a range of restaurants offering sumptuous cuisine - Thrilling entertainment including electrifying shows in the main theatre – surreal feats of acrobatics, exclusive speciality acts, musicals, comedy shows and much more - The ambience is uniquely Celebrity. Warm and welcoming, sophisticated and stylish, reassuringly luxurious and spacious, yet comfortably relaxed H On 18th December 2017 departure, celebrate Christmas Day in India & spend New Year’s Eve in Dubai where you’ll have the opportunity to witness the record-setting fireworks display H Return scheduled flights from London (regional and premium class flights are available on request>) All overseas transfers
Plus Free
AIRPORT PARKING - EXCLUSIVELY FROM ROL CRUISE #
EXCLUSIVE CRUISE MILES Earn up to 12,998 when booking one of these fantastic voyages, worth £129 off your next booking with ROL Cruise††
ARABIAN SEA & INDIA 13 NIGHTS DEPARTING 6 TH DECEMBER 2017, 1 ST JANUARY & 10TH MARCH 2018 Day 1
Fly from London to Abu Dhabi, U.A.E (regional and premium class flights are available on request>)
Day 2
Abu Dhabi, U.A.E Upon arrival, transfer to the port and embark Celebrity Constellation® for your 12 night cruise
Day 6
New Mangalore, India
Day 7
Goa (from Mormugao), India
Day 8
Mumbai (from Bombay), India
Day 11
Muscat, Oman
Celebrity Constellation®
Day 12 - Dubai, U.A.E (overnight stay on board) Day 13 Dubai is a fascinating fusion of modern city and old world “souks,” or markets. Travel between the two by “abra,” traditional water taxis that cross Dubai Creek. The leading centre for business and tourism in the Middle East, Dubai offers a distinctive blend of modern city amenities and the ancient charm of Arabia Day 14
Abu Dhabi, U.A.E Disembark and transfer to the airport for your return flight to London (regional and premium class flights are available on request>)
Days not mentioned are spent relaxing at sea Itinerary is based on 6th December 2017 departure and ports of call may vary on other departure dates
YOUR INCREDIBLE ROL CRUISE FARES Stateroom
ROL CRUISE Fare FROM (pp)
Interior £1,399 Book an Ocean View Stateroom or above and enjoy a free Classic Drinks Package++ and your choice of benefit Ocean View £2,099 Book a Balcony Stateroom or above and enjoy free airport parking# Balcony £2,279 Concierge Class £2,399 AquaClass® £2,499 Suite £3,899 Fares and availability are based on 6th December 2017 departure JUST A DEPOSIT REQUIRED TO SECURE YOUR STATEROOM
Celebrity Cruises® (ATOL 3088) and Reader Offers Limited Agency terms of business apply. Please see back page for full terms and conditions.
To book any of these magnificent cruises call today
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AN EXCLUSIVE ROL CRUISE PROMOTION
THE MAIDEN 2019 VOYAGE TO SOUTH AMERICA & ANTARCTICA
FEATURING THE FALKLAND ISLANDS DRINKS PACKAGE
INCLUDED++
PLUS
FREE UP TO $500 BONUS ON BOARD SPEND*
OR
FREE
GRATUITIES
≃
OR
FREE
WI-FI~
BE THE FIRST TO SAIL ON BOARD CELEBRITY ECLIPSE® IN ANTARCTICA 14
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YOUR 18 NIGHT VOYAGE DEPARTS TH 17 & 31ST JANUARY 2019
EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE
WHAT’S INCLUDED in your ROL CRUISE Promotion BOOK AN OCEAN VIEW STATEROOM AND CHOOSE FROM THESE INCREDIBLE ADDED BENEFITS:
Day 1 Fly from London to Buenos Aires, Argentina (regional and premium class flights may be available on request>) Day 2 Buenos Aires, Argentina Upon arrival, transfer to a 5H hotel‡ for your two night stay including breakfast Day 3 Explore Buenos Aires at your leisure It is no surprise that, as the largest city of Argentina, capital Buenos Aires thrives with activity. As well as soaking up its endless natural beauty, vibrant local culture and cosmopolitan energy, Concierge Class Staterooms and above will receive complimentary tickets to a tango show, including dinner× so you can fully immerse yourself in local life Day 4 Transfer to the port and embark Celebrity Eclipse® for your 14 night Antarctic adventure Day 5 - Relaxing at sea Day 7 Day 8 Ushuaia, Argentina (depart late pm) Your inner adventurer will truly want to come out and play in the activity hub of Ushuaia. The sun shines for 18 hours a day which will give you ample opportunity to mull over the numerous activities at your fingertips; hiking, sailing, skiing, kayaking and even scuba diving are just minutes from town. For those who aren’t adventurers at heart, you can marvel at the snowcapped Martial Range Day 9 Cruising Cape Horn, Chile Day 10 Schollart Channel, Antarctica Paradise Bay, Antarctica Gerlache Strait, Antarctica Day 11 Elephant Island, Antarctica Day 12 Relaxing at sea Day 13 Stanley, Falkland Islands Discover an unpolluted environment that is teeming with wonders of wildlife and nature. You’ll get a first-hand experience of trout, whales, black browed albatrosses, elephant seals, sea lions and no fewer than five species of penguin – so make sure you take your camera Day 14 Relaxing at sea Day 15 Puerto Madryn, Argentina Day 16 Relaxing at sea Day 17 Montevideo, Uruguay Day 18 Buenos Aires, Argentina Disembark and transfer to the airport for your return flight to London (regional and premium class flights may be available on request>) Day 19 Arrive London Itinerary is based on 17th January 2019 departure and ports of call may vary on other departure date
To book this magnificent cruise call today
FREE up to $500 bonus on board spend* or FREE gratuities≃ or
FREE Wi-Fi~ SUITE BOOKINGS WILL RECEIVE ALL BENEFITS PLUS A FREE UPGRADE TO PREMIUM DRINKS++ EXCLUSIVE two night pre-cruise 5H hotel‡ stay in Buenos Aires including breakfast • 14 nights of modern luxury all-inclusive cruising on board Celebrity Eclipse® on her maiden voyage through South America and scenic Antarctica • Drinks Package INCLUDED for Ocean View Staterooms and above++ • EXCLUSIVE FREE tango show tickets and dinner package for Concierge Class Staterooms and above× • FREE stateroom upgrades^ • Return scheduled flights from London (regional and premium class flights may be available on request>) • All overseas transfers EXCLUSIVE CRUISE MILES Earn up to 18,998 when booking this fantastic cruise, worth £189 off your next booking with ROL Cruise††
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Celebrity Eclipse®
Your EXCLUSIVE ROL CRUISE Fares STATEROOM GRADE
Interior 12 Interior 9 FREE upgrade to an Ocean View Stateroom (8)^ Balcony 2D† Sunset Balcony SV FREE upgrade to a Concierge Class Stateroom (C3)^ Concierge Class C1 FREE upgrade to an AquaClass® Stateroom (A2)^ Sky Suite S2 Other suites and solo fares are available on request
ROL CRUISE FARE (pp)
£3,999 £5,099 £5,699 £6,299 £6,799 £9,499
Fares and availability are based on 17th January 2019 departure JUST A DEPOSIT REQUIRED TO SECURE YOUR PREFERRED STATEROOM THEN NOTHING TO PAY UNTIL 2018 Passengers who book an Ocean View Stateroom or above may choose from one added benefit where stated. ++The Classic Drinks Package is for Ocean View Staterooms and above and is applicable to the first and second guest in the stateroom only. The Classic Drinks Package does not include room service, in stateroom purchases, mini-bar items or souvenir glasses. Offer is not valid on Z Y X XC XA or W Staterooms and is not combinable with any other offer. Further terms and conditions apply. ×Dinner and Tango show tickets are subject to availability, are for Concierge Class Staterooms and above and will include round trip transfers. Please note whilst in Antarctica, this is scenic cruising only. Booking conditions of Celebrity Cruises® and Reader Offers Ltd Package Holiday booking conditions apply. Please see back page for full terms and conditions.
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THE ULTIMATE
FRED. OLSEN SAVE UP TO £1,700± Hamilton, Bermuda Oracle Team © USA photo Javier Salinas
Arctic Polar Bears
THE MAIDEN NO-FLY VOYAGE TO BERMUDA FOR THE AMERICA’S CUP
THE NO-FLY ARCTIC EXPLORATION FEATURING SPITSBERGEN & GREENLAND
26 NIGHTS DEPARTING 9TH JUNE 2017
27 NIGHTS DEPARTING 14TH JULY 2017
JUNE 2017 Fri 9
Embark Boudicca and depart Liverpool
Mon 12
Leixões (for Oporto), Portugal
Wed 14
Funchal, Madeira Funchal has a timeless charm, delightfully enhanced by a benign climate that fills this floating garden with the year round colours and perfumes of subtropical flowers and fruit
Fri 16
Ponta Delgada, Azores
Sat 17
Horta, Azores
Thu 22 - Sun 25
Hamilton, Bermuda (three night stay on board) Only the best teams will qualify for the prestigious and exhilarating America’s Cup yacht race, to challenge the holders of the trophy in the final showdown. There will be a varied and compelling programme of experiences on offer in Bermuda, both on shore and on water so that you are privy to the best of all the action happening throughout the event. Not only will you experience the event itself, but on non-race days you’ll be able to soak up the atmosphere and excitement of everyone involved and really get into the America’s Cup spirit
Fri 30
Lajes das Flores, Azores Lajes das Flores is the westernmost island of the Azores. The island is named for the abundance of flowers that flourish in its temperate climate. Hydrangeas, cannas and wild roses line the roads and define the boundaries of the terraced fields high in the volcanic mountains
JULY 2017 Sat 1
Praia da Vitoria, Azores
Wed 5
Arrive Liverpool
Dates not mentioned are spent relaxing at sea
JULY 2017 Fri 14 Embark Black Watch and depart Dover Sun 16 Bergen, Norway Mon 17 Skjolden, Norway Cruising Lustrafjord, Sognefjord, Nærøyfjord to Gudvangen Tue 18 Olden, Norway Cruising Nordfjord Wed 19 Cruising Rørvik, Cruising by Torghatten (Hat Mountain) Thu 20 Cross Arctic Circle 66°33’ (Norway), Cruising by Black Glacier, Svartisen, Cruising Trollfjord*** Fri 21 Tromsø, Norway Sat 22 Honningsvåg, Norway Cruising by North Cape & The Horn Mon 24 Pyramiden, Spitsbergen, Svalbard (depart early pm) Cruising Tempelfjorden & Tuna Glacier Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen, Svalbard (arrive late pm - overnight stay on board) Tue 25 Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen, Svalbard Thu 27 Cruising by Jan Mayen Island Fri 28 Cruising by Grimsey, Cruising Eyjafjörður, Cruising by Hrísey Akureyri, Iceland (arrive early pm - depart late evening) Sat 29 Cruising by Dinosaur Rock (Hvítserkur), Drangaskörð, Hornstrandir King & Queen Cliffs, Western Fjords (Ísafjarðardjúp) Sun 30 Reykjavík, Iceland AUGUST 2017 Tue 1 Cruising Prince Christian Sound, Torssukátak Wed 2 Narsarsuaq, Greenland Cruising Tunugdliarfik Fjord Thu 3 Nanortalik, Greenland Cruising Tasermuit Fjord Sun 6 Cruising by Mykines, Gásadalur, Tindhólmur & Drangarnir, Hestur Mon 7 Tórshavn, Faroe Islands Cruising Kollafjørður, Leirvíksfjørður & Djúpini, Cape Enniberg, Svínoyarfjørður Thu 10 Arrive Dover Dates not mentioned are spent relaxing at sea
YOUR ROL CRUISE SALE PRICES ROOM
GRADE
FULL PRICE (PP)±
YOUR ROL CRUISE SALE PRICES ROL CRUISE PRICE (PP)
ROOM
GRADE
FULL PRICE (PP)±
ROL CRUISE PRICE (PP)
Interior I
£3,199 £2,879
Interior I - £4,299
Ocean View
£3,599 £3,239
Ocean View
F
£4,699 £4,229
C
£5,699 £5,129
F
£4,399 £3,959
Superior Ocean View
Balcony BC
£6,099 £5,489
Balcony
Junior Suite
JS
£5,999 £5,399
Junior Suite
JS
£7,399 £6,659
Balcony Suite
BS
- £6,999
Superior Suite
SS
- £10,299
Superior Ocean View
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BC -
£7,299
OFFICIALLY THE WORLD’S number 1 AND MOST SUCCESSFUL RETAILER FOR
ADULTS-ONLY
CRUISE SALE FREE
DRINKS PACKAGE
ON BOARD SPEND OF UP TO
AVAILABLE++
£375
*
Yangon, Myanmar
EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE -
WHAT’S INCLUDED IN YOUR ROL CRUISE PACKAGE INCREDIBLE SAVINGS OF UP TO £1,700± FREE up to £375 on board spending money*
DISCOVER THE FAR EAST & MIDDLE EAST
All-inclusive Drinks Package available++
39 NIGHTS DEPARTING 16TH MARCH 2018 MARCH 2018 Fri 16 Fly from London to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Sat 17 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Upon arrival, transfer to Port Klang and embark Black Watch for your 38 night voyage Tue 20 - Yangon (from Thilawa), Myanmar (two night stay on board) Thu 22 A two night stay on board offers ample time to explore this metropolis of magic and unforgettable moments. See the magnificent splendour of the Shwedagon Pagoda, a golden shrine towering to a height of 326 feet; visit the Chaukhtatgyi Pagoda with its reclining 230-foot-long Buddha statue; or marvel at the Karaweik Hall, which was built in the shape of the mythical Karaweik bird Tue 27 Cochin, India Thu 29 Mumbai (formerly Bombay), India Formerly Bombay, the island city Mumbai is India’s biggest metropolis. Built on elegant colonial foundations, flashy skyscrapers and designer boutiques give this Bollywood city its cool, glitz and glamour APRIL 2018 Fri 6 Aqaba, Jordan (arrive early am – depart late night) Sat 7 - Sharm-el-Sheik, Egypt (overnight stay on board) Sun 8 Mon 9 Transit the Suez Canal Tue 10 Alexandria, Egypt Thu 12 Kusadasi, Turkey Fri 13 Athens (from Piraeus), Greece Athens is a magnificent city effortlessly combining the majesty of the ancient world with superlative modern architecture. The Acropolis – once the very centre of civilisation overlooks the city and from the Parthenon it is possible to see all of Athens Sun 15 Cruising the Strait of Messina Mon 16 Rome (from Civitavecchia), Italy Tue 17 Florence (from Livorno), Italy Fri 20 Málaga, Spain Tue 24 Arrive Southampton
Full board cruising on board Boudicca or Black Watch including: - All meals throughout your cruise - FREE tea and coffee throughout the day and early evening - All evening entertainment, including dancing and cabaret shows - Leisure facilities including gym, swimming pools and jacuzzis - The currency on board is pound sterling, so you won’t be affected by any foreign exchange rate fluctuation EXCLUSIVE CRUISE MILES Earn up to 20,598 when booking one of these fantastic voyages worth £205 off your next booking with ROL Cruise††
Boudicca
Dates not mentioned are spent relaxing at sea
YOUR ROL CRUISE SALE PRICES ROOM
GRADE
Interior I Ocean View F Superior Ocean View C Balcony BC Junior Suite JS Superior Suite SS
FULL PRICE (PP)±
ROL CRUISE PRICE (PP)
£3,999 £3,649 £4,549 £4,149 £5,549 £5,049 £6,699 £6,089 £6,849 £6,219 £9,049 £8,199
JUST A DEPOSIT REQUIRED TO SECURE YOUR PREFERRED ROOM To book any of these magnificent cruises call today
Black Watch
***Some elements of this voyage may be weather dependent. ~~The Enjoyment Promise excludes Party Nights and cruises of four nights or less. The promise only applies to bookings made for departures more than 12 weeks ahead; The Enjoyment Promise only applies to passengers who have contracted with FOCL and excludes cruises on vessels operated by FOCL but booked through 3rd party operators; Should you wish to invoke the Enjoyment Promise; you will need to inform Guest Relations within 48 hours of Sailing. FOCL will arrange and pay for a flight and/or transport back to the UK. FOCL will refund the cruise cost only but will not refund other costs. ++All-inclusive Drinks Package is applicable on selected cruises of more than five nights. Further terms and conditions apply. Booking conditions of Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines (ATOL 5016) and Reader Offers Limited Agency terms of business apply. Please see back page for full terms and conditions.
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Blue Horizons | April 2017
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Brand new Introducing Norwegian Bliss
ALL-INCLUSIVE DRINKS PACKAGE FOR ALL BOOKINGS++ + YOUR CHOICE OF FANTASTIC ADDED BENEFITs BRAND NEW SHIP – MAIDEN VOYAGE
Norwegian Bliss
The 2018 maiden voyage 12 NIGHTS DEPARTING 21ST APRIL 2018 APRIL 2018 Sat 21 Embark the brand new Norwegian Bliss and depart Southampton Sun 22 - Relaxing at sea Tue 24 Wed 25 Ponta Delgada, Azores The capital of São Miguel, Ponta Delgada offers so much to do and see. The ancient volcanic crater, spectacular Fire Lake and hot springs of Furnas Valley are all worth discovering Thu 26 - Relaxing at sea Sun 29 Mon 30 Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada MAY 2018 Tue 1 - Relaxing at sea Wed 2 Thu 3 Disembark New York, USA
Haven Courtyard Penthouse
Ponta Delgada, Azores
YOUR FANTASTIC ROL CRUISE FARES STATEROOM
GRADE
ROL CRUISE FARE (PP)
Inside ID £999 Book an Oceanview Stateroom or above and choose ONE added benefit Oceanview O8 £1,449 Balcony BF £1,529 Mini Suite MC £1,689 Book a Haven Suite and receive ALL THREE added benefits Haven Suite H8 £4,359 Haven Villa H4 £5,659 Please note, these are cruise only fares. Call our cruise specialists to add on flight from New York
JUST A DEPOSIT REQUIRED TO SECURE YOUR PREFERRED STATEROOM
Haven Observation Lounge
EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE - WHAT’S INCLUDED IN YOUR ROL CRUISE PACKAGE FREE all-inclusive Drinks Package for all bookings++
Book a Haven Suite and receive all three benefits
PLUS
Full board cruising on board the brand new Norwegian Bliss as she embarks on her maiden voyage
Book an Oceanview Stateroom or above and choose one additional added benefit: FREE speciality dining package‡‡ FREE Internet package~ FREE $200 on board spend*
EXCLUSIVE CRUISE MILES Earn up to 11,318 when booking this fantastic voyage worth £113 off your next booking with ROL Cruise††
Please note, ship exterior of Norwegian Bliss and on board images are renderings for illustrative purposes only. ‡‡Dining Package includes one main course per person, includes 18% gratuities and speciality service charge and can be used at select speciality restaurants only – please
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Honolulu, Hawaii
T h e Pa r a di s e I s l a n d s o f
Hawaii
FREE
SPECIALITY DINING PACKAGE‡‡ OR
FREE
GRATUITIES≃ OR
FREE
SHORE EXCURSION CREDIT* PLUS
FREE
Wi-Fi FOR SUITES~
YOUR ISLANDS OF HAWAII ITINERARY DEPARTS 8TH DECEMBER 2017, 19TH JANUARY, 23RD FEBRUARY & 13TH APRIL 2018 Day 1
Fly from London to Honolulu, Hawaii Upon arrival, transfer to a hotel‡ for your overnight stay
Day 2
Honolulu, Hawaii Transfer to the port and embark Pride of America for your seven night Hawaiian inter-island cruise
Day 3 - Day 4
Day 5
miles away the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is home to the active Kilauea Volcano
Kahului, Maui, Hawaii (overnight stay on board) A surplus of natural splendour and the genuine hospitality of its people have helped to make Maui Hawaii’s second most popular island. Explore the fascinating history of the town of Lahaina, plant yourself on a pristine beach, or play one of the world’s most beautiful golf courses
Day 6
Kona, Hawaii
Day 7 - Day 8
Nawiliwili, Kauai, Hawaii (overnight stay on board) On the “Garden Island,” nature is truly the star, from the dramatic mountains of Kokee to the cool rainforests of Haena. The tradition of the luau adds lively entertainment, unique to Hawaii
Day 9
Honolulu, Hawaii Disembark and transfer to the airport for your overnight flight to London
Day 10/11 Arrive London
Hilo, Hawaii Visit the town’s well-preserved historic buildings, which date back to the turn of the century and showcase Hawaii’s unique architecture. Just 30
Please note, due to flight timings and time difference, some guests may arrive Sunday or Monday. Flights will be confirmed nearer to the time of departure
WISH TO EXTEND YOUR STAY IN HAWAII? PLEASE CALL OUR CRUISE SPECIALISTS FOR MORE INFORMATION
YOUR FANTASTIC ROL CRUISE FARES STATEROOM
GRADE
ROL CRUISE FARE (PP)
Book an Inside Stateroom or above and choose ONE added benefit Inside ID £2,659 £2,859 Oceanview OK† Balcony BC £3,129 Book a Suite and receive ALL THREE added benefits PLUS FREE Wi-Fi~ Family Suite SJ £4,149 Owner’s Suite SB £5,999 Fares and availability are based on 8th December 2017 departure
Pride of America
JUST A DEPOSIT REQUIRED TO SECURE YOUR PREFERRED STATEROOM
EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE - WHAT’S INCLUDED IN YOUR ROL CRUISE PACKAGE Book an Inside to Balcony Stateroom and choose ONE added benefit from the following: FREE speciality dining package‡‡ FREE gratuities≃ FREE shore excursion credit* Book a Suite and receive ALL THREE added benefits PLUS FREE Wi-Fi for Suites~ Full board accommodation on the newly refurbished Pride of America, including:
- U p to 11 dining options, with two main dining rooms and a range of speciality restaurants – to suit every palate
- Nine bars and lounges to relax in
- A wide range of entertainment and leisure options
EXCLUSIVE CRUISE MILES
Earn up to 11,998 when booking this fantastic voyage worth £119 off your next booking with ROL Cruise††
ask for more details. ~Internet usage is limited to one log-in per stateroom and is capped at 250 minutes. Booking conditions of Norwegian Cruise Line® (ATOL 2752) and Reader Offers Limited Agency terms of business apply. Please see back page for full terms and conditions.
To book any of these magnificent cruises call today
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ALL-INCLUSIVE
T H E N O -F LY S U M M E R 2 01 8
DRINKS PACKAGE FOR ALL BOOKINGS++
BEST-SELLING PROMOTION
+
CHOOSE BETWEEN: • FREE speciality dining package‡‡ • FREE Internet package~ • FREE $200 on board spend*
+
FREE
CAR PARKING#
+
FREE
on board spend OF UP TO $50* Norwegian Jade
FRANCE & IBERIA
NORWAY & ICELAND
NORWEGIAN FJORDS
9 NIGHTS DEPARTING 25 APRIL & 16TH MAY 2018
14 NIGHTS DEPARTING 25 MAY & 3RD SEPTEMBER 2018
9 NIGHTS DEPARTING 8TH JUNE & 25TH AUGUST 2018
TH
Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 5 Day 6 Day 7 Day 8 Day 9 Day 10
TH
h BRAND NEW ITINERARY h
Day 1
Embark Norwegian Jade and depart Southampton Paris (from Le Havre), France Relaxing at sea Bordeaux (from Le Verdon), France Bilbao, Spain La Coruña, Spain Leixões, (for Oporto) Portugal Vigo, Spain Relaxing at sea Arrive Southampton
Day 3 Day 4 Day 5 Day 7 - Day 8 Day 9 Day 11 Day 12 Day 13 Day 15
Itinerary is based on 25th April 2018 departure and ports of call may vary on other departure date
Embark Norwegian Jade and depart Southampton Bergen, Norway Ålesund, Norway Lerwick, Shetland Islands Reykjavík, Iceland (overnight stay on board) Akureyri, Iceland Kirkwall, Orkney Islands Invergordon, Scotland Edinburgh (from Newhaven), Scotland Arrive Southampton
Days not mentioned are spent relaxing at sea Itinerary based on 3rd September 2018 departure and ports of call may vary on other departure date
Day 1
Embark Norwegian Jade and depart Southampton
Day 2
Relaxing at sea
Day 3
Stavanger, Norway (depart early pm)
Day 4 Hellesylt, Norway (depart mid-morning)
Geiranger, Norway (arrive late morning)
Day 5 Flåm, Norway Day 6 Ålesund, Norway Day 7 Bergen, Norway Day 8 Lerwick, Shetland Islands Day 9
Relaxing at sea
Day 10 Arrive Southampton Itinerary is based on 8th June 2018 departure and ports of call vary on other departure date
YOUR FANTASTIC ROL CRUISE FARES
YOUR FANTASTIC ROL CRUISE FARES
YOUR FANTASTIC ROL CRUISE FARES
STATEROOM
STATEROOM
STATEROOM
GRADE
ROL CRUISE FARE (PP)
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ROL CRUISE FARE (PP)
GRADE
ROL CRUISE FARE (PP)
Inside IE £1,199 Book an Oceanview Stateroom or above and choose ONE added benefit Oceanview OK† £1,439 Balcony BB £1,879 Mini Suite MB £2,079 Book a Suite or above and receive ALL THREE added benefits Suite SF £2,869 Haven Suite H5 £4,239
Inside IE £1,869 Book an Oceanview Stateroom or above and choose ONE added benefit Oceanview OK† £2,239 Balcony BB £2,759 Mini Suite MB £3,099 Book a Suite or above and receive ALL THREE added benefits Suite SF £4,299 Haven Suite H4 £5,759
Inside IF £1,299 Book an Oceanview Stateroom or above and choose ONE added benefit Oceanview OK† £1,499 Balcony BB £1,959 Mini Suite MB £2,229 Book a Suite or above and receive ALL THREE added benefits Suite SF £2,999 Haven Suite H5 £4,399
JUST A DEPOSIT REQUIRED TO SECURE YOUR PREFERRED STATEROOM
JUST A DEPOSIT REQUIRED TO SECURE YOUR PREFERRED STATEROOM
JUST A DEPOSIT REQUIRED TO SECURE YOUR PREFERRED STATEROOM
Fares and availability are based on 25th April 2018 departure
Fares and availability are based on 3rd September 2018 departure
Fares and availability are based on 8th June 2018 departure
EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE - WHAT’S INCLUDED IN YOUR ROL CRUISE PACKAGE FREE all-inclusive drinks package for all bookings++ PLUS BOOK AN OCEANVIEW STATEROOM OR ABOVE AND CHOOSE ONE ADDITIONAL ADDED BENEFIT: • FREE speciality dining package‡‡ • FREE Internet package~ • FREE $200 on board spend*
BOOK A SUITE OR ABOVE AND RECEIVE ALL THREE BENEFITS PLUS receive up to an additional $50 on board spend* PLUS FREE car parking for Balcony Staterooms and above# Full board accommodation on board Norwegian Jade
EXCLUSIVE CRUISE MILES
Earn up to 11,518 when booking one of these best-selling voyages worth £115 off your next booking with ROL Cruise††
‡‡Dining Package includes one main course per person, includes 18% gratuities and speciality service charge and can be used at select speciality restaurants only – please ask for more details. ~Internet usage is limited to one log-in per stateroom and is capped at 250 minutes. Booking conditions of Norwegian Cruise Line® (ATOL 2752) and Reader Offers Limited Agency terms of business apply. Please see back page for full terms and conditions.
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ACROSS 1 Amusement Charlie and Harry had in Madeira (7)
DOWN 1
Ref locates different living quarters (10)
5 On which one can be taken for a ride (7)
2 Main deity (7)
9 Epitaph on English city (5)
3 Is this why one needs eyes in the back of one’s head? (9)
10 Recently developed fortress on the Tyne (9) 11 Manage said ships’ companies leading with mechanism for keeping at a set speed (6,7) 13 Dexterity of the French within one’s vision (7) 14 Aware of rocky peak first in Canadian city (7) 16 Confined without bounds in this company (7) 19 Drove car, 16 across edition (7)
4 Design etched on previous floorcovering (7) 5
Is it tied to the front of the ship? (7)
6 Seat of learning (5) 7 A talk endlessly is able to be about a language closely related to Spanish (7) 8 Need to replace banker (4) 12 Where countries meet it is verging on insanity (10)
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15 River beast to block Dutch port (9)
24 Duty imposed at Alaskan port (9)
18 Disembark but not from a ship (7)
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19 Bodyworker Erasmus manipulated (7)
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17 Examination concerning doctors (7)
20 Algeria’s new insignia (7) 22 In favour of being taken up in Connecticut farm (5) 23 Sloping part of trampoline (4)
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ROL CRUISE FARE - SUITES FROM JUST A DEPOSIT REQUIRED TO SECURE YOUR SUITE
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Exclusive Free PRIVATE UK CHAUFFEUR TR ANSFERS**
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ALL DRINKS & GR ATUITIES≃ INCLUDED ++
DON’T MISS YOUR CHANCE TO SAIL ON Silver Muse DURING HER MAIDEN SEASON IN 2017
BUTLER SERVICE IN EVERY SUITE
ALL-INCLUSIVE
Ultra-Luxury CRUISING
ith this spectacular promotion, you can join the ultra-luxury Silver Muse during her maiden season as she escapes to the Caribbean for winter. Discover the charms and delights of this unforgettable area of the world which includes ample time to explore the paradise islands of the Caribbean sea. A world of possibility awaits on board Silver Muse, which will act as your personal haven during your 12 night voyage, as you indulge in the ultra-luxury lifestyle on board.
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Join Silver Muse during her maiden season Silver Muse will redefine ultra-luxury ocean travel, enhancing the small-ship intimacy and spacious all suite accommodations that are the hallmarks of the Silversea experience. Your time on board will be spent in the lap of luxury with incomparable dining experiences, spacious, all-suite accommodation, stunning lounges and restaurants and unforgettable cuisine including La Dame by Relais & Château. A staff-to-guest ratio of nearly 1:1 ensures that your every wish is fulfilled to the highest degree of attention - from the concierge to the butler, your every whim will be taken care of with style and finesse. Your all-suite accommodation is expertly designed and exquisitely appointed, not only that but you can savour the sense of well-being offered by the luxurious furnishings and modern amenities which offer an unprecedented level of relaxation. La Terrazza
La Dame
14 NIGHTS DEPARTING 5TH DECEMBER 2017 Begin your holiday in style as your EXCLUSIVE private UK Chauffeur transfers you to the airport** DECEMBER 2017 Tue 5 Fly from London to Barbados (regional and premium class flights may be available on request>). Upon arrival, transfer to a hotel‡ in Bridgetown for your overnight stay Wed 6 Bridgetown, Barbados Transfer to the port and embark the ultra-luxury Silver Muse for your 12 night maiden Caribbean voyage Thu 7 Castries, St. Lucia (depart late night) The island of St. Lucia is green, lush and mountainous, with golden sands and emerald seas. Peruse the wonderful range of textiles and mahogany on offer at the market or take a trip to the south of the island and behold the twin peaks of the Pitons Fri 8 Bequia, St. Vincent (depart late night) Sat 9 St. George’s, Grenada (depart early pm) Sun 10 Kralendijk, Bonaire (arrive early pm – depart late night) Mon 11 Willemstad, Curaçao (depart late night) Curaçao’s west coast boasts some of the best beaches in the Caribbean, many of which are perfect for divers. With its rich history dating back to the 16th century, capital Willemstad is a bustling city bursting with museums, old architecture and many parks Tue 12 Oranjestad, Aruba (depart late night) Thu 14 Samana, Dominican Republic (depart early pm) Fri 15 Grand Turk, Turks & Caicos Islands (depart early pm) Sun 17 Key West, Florida The southernmost point of the United States, Key West is home to many beautiful beaches. Meander down Duval Street for its numerous shops, bars and cafés, witness the island’s best architecture on a walking tour or simply soak up the year-round tropical climate Mon 18 Fort Lauderdale, Florida Disembark and transfer to the airport for your overnight flight to London (regional and premium class flights may be available on request>) Tue 19 Arrive London Dates not mentioned are spent relaxing at sea
Your EXCLUSIVE private UK Chauffeur will be awaiting your arrival to transfer you home**
Veranda Suite
Experience the Difference WHAT’S INCLUDED IN YOUR EXCLUSIVE ROL CRUISE PACKAGE
DON’T MISS your chance to sail on Silver Muse during her maiden season in 2017 COMPLIMENTARY private UK Chauffeur transfers** EXCLUSIVELY when booking with ROL Cruise 12 nights all-inclusive cruising on board the ultra-luxurious Silver Muse during her maiden season in 2017 - COMPLIMENTARY wines, Champagne and spirits served throughout the ship++ - COMPLIMENTARY in-suite dining and 24-hour room service - Butler service for every suite - Open-seating dining and gourmet menus inspired by Relais & Château - Enrichment programmes and sophisticated entertainment - All on board gratuities≃ - COMPLIMENTARY Wi-Fi~ - COMPLIMENTARY transportation into town in most ports of call Return flights (regional and premium class flights may be available on request>) and overseas transfers
~Wi-Fi access is tiered depending on grade of suite booked. Further terms and conditions apply. **Mileage is tiered and capped at 150 miles each way and are for Superior Veranda Suites and above only. ‡Hotel stay is for operational reasons only. Booking conditions of Silversea (ATOL 4681) and Reader Offers Limited Agency terms of business apply. Please see back page for full terms and conditions.
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AN EXCLUSIVE ROL CRUISE PROMOTION
The All-Inclusive Ultra-Luxury
Mediterranean CRUISE SALE
Exclusive Free
Exclusive
Free
UP TO $200 ON BOARD SPEND*
SAVINGS OF UP TO £1,900±
7 NIGHTS DEPARTING 21
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WI-FI & BUTLER SERVICE
MONTE CARLO TO BARCELONA
SEPTEMBER 2017
SEPTEMBER 2017 Thu 21
Fly from London to Athens on your Business Class flight>> Upon arrival, transfer to the port in Piraeus and embark Silver Spirit for your seven night all-inclusive ultra-luxury cruise
Fri 22
Monemvasia, Greece
Sat 23
Corfu, Greece
Sun 24
Kotor, Montenegro
Mon 25
Hvar, Croatia
Tue 26
Koper, Slovenia
Wed 27
Venice, Italy (overnight stay on board)
Thu 28
Venice, Italy Disembark and transfer to the airport for your Business Class flight to London>>
7 NIGHTS DEPARTING 16TH OCTOBER 2017 OCTOBER 2017 Mon 16 Fly from London to Nice, France on your Business Class flight>> Upon arrival, transfer to the port in Monte Carlo and embark Silver Spirit for your seven night all-inclusive ultra-luxury cruise, beginning with an overnight stay on board Tue 17 Monte Carlo, Monaco (depart am) Saint-Tropez, France (arrive midday – depart late night) Wed 18 Marseille, France Thu 19 Sète, France Fri 20 Alcúdia, Mallorca Sat 21 Valencia, Spain Sun 22 Barcelona, Spain (overnight stay on board) Mon 23 Barcelona, Spain Disembark and transfer to the airport for your Business Class flight to London>>
Your EXCLUSIVE Rol cruise fares SUITE
GRADE
Vista Suite Veranda Suite Veranda Suite Silver Suite Royal Suite Grand Suite Owner’s Suite
FULL FARE (pp)±
Your EXCLUSIVE Rol cruise fares
ROL CRUISE fare (PP)
£3,250 £2,899 £3,350 £2,999 £3,950 £3,549 £5,450 £4,899 £6,650 £5,979 SOLD OUT £9,350 £8,399
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£2,350 £2,099 £2,550 £2,289 £2,950 £2,649 £3,650 £3,279 £4,450 £3,999 £4,750 £4,269 £5,850 £5,259
JUST A DEPOSIT REQUIRED TO SECURE YOUR PREFERRED SUITE
Experience the Difference WHAT’S INCLUDED IN YOUR EXCLUSIVE ROL CRUISE PACKAGE EXCLUSIVE FARES ONLY WHEN YOU BOOK WITH ROL CRUISE SAVING UP TO £1,900± Business Class flights included for all bookings>> EXCLUSIVE FREE up to $200 on board spend for Veranda Suites and above* All-inclusive cruising on board the ultra-luxurious Silver Spirit, including: - Multiple restaurants with open seating dining and 24-hour in-suite dining at no extra cost
- Beverages throughout the ship and in-suite, including champagne, select wines and spirits++ - On board gratuities - Butler service in every suite - On board entertainment and enrichment lectures - FREE Wi-Fi throughout the ship~ EXCLUSIVE CRUISE MILES Earn up to 16,798 when booking one of these all-inclusive voyages, worth £167 off your next booking with ROL Cruise††
±Savings are based on 21st September 2017 departure. >>Business Class flight offer is subject to availability and can be modified or discontinued at any time without notice. Business Class flights are for the 1st and 2nd guests and airline baggage fees are not included. Deviations will be at an extra cost. Silversea reserves the right to select the air carrier, routing and departure airport from each gateway city. Please note due to flight schedules some voyages may require an overnight hotel stay at an extra cost. ~Free Wi-Fi includes unlimited internet access for guests booked in Medallion, Silver, Royal, Grand, and Owner’s suites. One hour internet access per guest/per day applies for those guests booked in Vista, Terrace, and Veranda suites. Selected suites will be guaranteed therefore suite number and grade will not be confirmed at time of booking. Booking conditions of Silversea (ATOL 4681) and Reader Offers Limited Agency terms of business apply. Please see back page for full terms and conditions.
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My Experience Aboard
ROL Cruise’s Lucy Barwood Head of Customer Experience, recounts her experience aboard the iconic Queen Mary 2 and provides her top tips on how you can get the most from your transatlantic voyage. A transatlantic crossing on board Queen Mary 2 is undoubtedly worthy of a place on your bucket list. Until a couple of years ago, it was on my list too, along with a gondola ride in Venice and seeing the Northern Lights. I haven’t ticked off the Northern Lights yet, but the Queen Mary 2 lived up to my every expectation and more. From the second she came into view as I approached the dock in Southampton and saw her towering over the terminal building, I knew it was going to be a special trip.
A home away from home choosing your stateroom When you’re booking a transatlantic crossing, the type of accommodation you choose is pretty important. My advice is to book early so that you have the pick of all the accommodation types. For me, a Balcony Stateroom was the obvious choice: I just loved having breakfast on my balcony each morning, and throwing the doors open to let the sea breeze blow through whilst getting ready for dinner in the evening or taking a nap. Although I opted for a Balcony, the Inside and Ocean View Staterooms are also well appointed and incredibly comfortable. Every room on board is very spacious and comes with all the mod-cons you’d expect from a modern-day ship. To my delight, my room also provided ample wardrobe space.
Exquisite cuisine – my pick of the best eateries on board Dining on board Queen Mary 2 was an experience in itself. I dined at the Britannia Restaurant most evenings, and really enjoyed the formal nights which at last gave me the opportunity to wear one of my glamorous dresses. The table was situated just below a huge and impressive tapestry of the ship, which stretched right up to the top level – it was quite a conversation starter!
13 decks of entertainment – don’t miss these experiences With a staggering 13 decks, Queen Mary 2 is an entertainment playground of dining, dancing, and socialising. I quickly came to realise that she’s a destination in herself, which is what makes her the perfect ship on which to cross oceans. A cruise like this is all about being on board, losing track of time and relishing in the lost art of relaxation.
my personal highlights were: 1. Stargazing at the planetarium
Queen Mary 2 was the first Cunard ship to receive a planetarium and it’s well worth a visit. I visited on multiple occasions during my trip – it was hugely relaxing and educational at the same time!
2. Pampering at the SpaClub
Cunard has remained loyal to the Canyon Ranch Spa brand since Queen Mary 2 first set sail and I loved it. The SpaClub is perfect for indulging in their signature massages, treatments, and facials. There are also sensory showers, an ice fountain, and a finish sauna. I’d recommend you try them all.
3. Learning new skills
The team on board work hard to ensure that your trip is as fulfilling and enriching as you please and there’s so much to choose from. My attempts at acting at the RADA workshop were laughable but fun at the same time; there were plenty of seminars and lectures from academics and politicians on board. I’m not much of a dancer myself but our friends we sat with at dinner had become quite the professionals from attending the daily dance classes. They definitively showed us a thing or two in the Queen’s Ballroom!
Saying goodbye to Queen Mary 2 For me, cruising the world with Cunard remains the single most incredible way to spend time away from home. The only way that these voyages could be topped is if we could stay on board forever. Failing this, I’d settle for bringing the crew home with us, to enjoy the White Star Service, the captivating show entertainment and the music that fills the air every evening.
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The No-Fly 2018
CHOICE PROMOTION
Santorini, Greece
TREASURES OF THE MEDITERRANEAN 17 NIGHTS DEPARTING 24TH MAY 2018 MAY 2018 Thu 24 Embark Queen Elizabeth and depart Southampton Mon 28 Palma de Mallorca, Spain Palma maintains the traditional rhythm of a Mediterranean city: busy food markets, open-air terraces for lazing and grazing and the Passeig del Born, perfect for a stroll under its canopy of trees Thu 31 Athens (from Piraeus), Greece Unique charm and a lively character wins over tens of thousands of visitors every year. Street markets, vinecovered taverns, souvenir stalls and ancient monuments are all part of Athens JUNE 2018 Fri 1
Ephesus (from Kusadasi), Turkey
Sat 2
Santorini, Greece Dazzling white houses cling to the edge of vertical, rocky cliffs against azure blue waters. Considered by many to be the site of the “Lost City of Atlantis”, this magical little island glimmers from the fading sun as many watch its decent from the numerous bars and cafés at the water’s edge
YOUR ROL CRUISE FARES Stateroom/SUITE Grade ROL CRUISE Fare (PP)
BRITANNIA RESTAURANT Inside IF £2,499 Inside GA £2,599 FREE upgrade to an Oceanview Stateroom (FC†)^ Balcony BF £3,449 Club Balcony A2 £4,749 PRINCESS GRILL Princess Suite P2 £5,399 QUEENS GRILL Queens Suite Q6 £6,599 Penthouse Suite Q3 £7,799 Grand Suite Q1 £14,399 Solo fares available from £3,999 JUST A DEPOSIT REQUIRED TO SECURE YOUR PREFERRED STATEROOM/SUITE, THEN NOTHING TO PAY UNTIL NEXT YEAR
Sun 3
Olympia (from Katakolon), Greece
Tue 5
Cagliari, Sardinia This historic city of Cagliari is situated in southern Sardinia, overlooking the Mediterranean. Stroll around the city centre, enjoy a drink in one of the piazzas, or explore the 13th century towers and fine museums
Full board accommodation on board Queen Elizabeth or Queen Mary 2 including:
Gibraltar
- Dance instruction and gentlemen host dancers
Thu 7
Sun 10 Arrive Southampton Dates not mentioned are spent relaxing at sea
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EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE - A stunning selection of White Star fine dining, bars and lounges - Lavish theatre productions, concerts and recitals
CHOOSE FROM: CAR PARKING# OR COACH TRANSFERS## OR UP TO $1,090 ON BOARD SPEND* PLUS
BONUS
UP TO $1,000 ON BOARD SPEND*
EXCLUSIVE CRUISE MILES Earn up to 28,798 when booking one of these incredible voyages, worth £287 off your next booking with ROL Cruise††
Queen Mary 2
NEW ENGLAND & CANADA 28 NIGHTS DEPARTING 16TH SEPTEMBER 2018 SEPTEMBER 2018 Sun 16 Embark Queen Mary 2 and depart Southampton
OCTOBER 2018
Sun 23 New York, USA To depart and arrive on board one of the world’s most extraordinary ships, Queen Mary 2, will ensure your holiday is a truly unforgettable one
Tue 2
Saguenay, Québec, Canada
Thu 4
Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada
Fri 5
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Tue 25 Rockland, Maine, USA HMaiden PortH
Sun 7
New York, USA
Thu 27 Corner Brook, Canada
Sun 14 Arrive Southampton
Fri 28
Dates not mentioned are spent relaxing at sea
Sept-Îles, Canada HMaiden PortH Renowned for its spell-binding scenery and rich heritage, in years past the region was an annual destination for European fishermen, who would travel to the waters around Sept-Îles for cod fishing and whaling
Sat 29 - Québec City, Québec, Canada (two night stay on board) Sun 30 Home to many of the city’s most famous sights, Upper Town’s Old City offers a dramatic view of the St. Lawrence River and the surrounding countryside. Ride the funicular for incredible panoramic views, take a walk through Terrasse Dufferin or visit the majestic Château Frontenac
WHAT’S INCLUDED IN YOUR ROL Cruise PACKAGE - Bowls, croquet and paddle tennis - Bridge and board games - Magnificent libraries - 24-hour room service - A variety of Cunard lectures and workshops
Mon 1 Québec City, Québec, Canada
YOUR ROL CRUISE FARES Stateroom/SUITE Grade ROL CRUISE Fare (PP)
BRITANNIA RESTAURANT Inside IF £4,499 Oceanview EF £4,199 Balcony DC £4,499 Balcony BB £5,999 Club Balcony A2 SOLD OUT PRINCESS GRILL Princess Suite
P1
£12,899
QUEENS GRILL Queens Suite Queens Suite Grand Duplex
Q6 Q5 Q1
£13,399 £13,699 SOLD OUT
JUST A DEPOSIT REQUIRED TO SECURE YOUR PREFERRED STATEROOM/SUITE, THEN NOTHING TO PAY UNTIL NEXT YEAR
Where stated passengers can choose one added benefit. Booking conditions of Cunard (ATOL 6294) and Reader Offers Limited Agency terms of business apply. Please see back page for full terms and conditions.
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THE CENTRAL MEDITERRANEAN DISCOVERY
Venice, Italy
ON BOARD SPEND
OF UP TO £450
*
CAR PARKING#
or
or
COACH TRANSFERS##
19 NIGHTS DEPARTING 11TH OCTOBER 2017 Wed 11 Embark Oriana and depart Southampton Seville (from Cádiz), Spain
Tue 17
Cruising Messina Strait
Messina, Sicily
Wed 18 Crotone, Italy Fri 20
Venice, Italy No trip to Venice would be complete without a Gondola ride down its famous waterways; alternatively, visit the sights on foot. Piazza San Marco is an excellent starting point, known as the ‘drawing room of Europe
Sat 21
Ravenna, Italy Once the western capital of the Roman Empire, Ravenna boasts an incredible eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Discover the city’s oldest mosaics at the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia; while the tomb of the revered Italian poet Dante within the Dante Museum is also well worth a visit
Sun 22
Split, Croatia
Mon 23
Kotor, Montenegro Lose yourself in Kotor amongst its maze of tiny alleys, medieval walls, bars, restaurants and shops
Tue 24
Corfu, Greece
Fri 27
Gibraltar
Mon 30
Arrive Southampton
Dates not mentioned are spent relaxing at sea
YOUR INCREDIBLE ROL CRUISE PRICES cabin
BONUS UP TO £850 * ON BOARD SPEND
EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE WHAT’S INCLUDED IN YOUR ROL CRUISE PACKAGE
OCTOBER 2017 Sat 14
PLUS
GRADE
ROL CRUISE PRICE (PP)
PF NE† EE CB B2 B1
£1,349 £1,849 £3,499 £5,149 £5,949 SOLD OUT
Inside Outside Deluxe Balcony Mini Suite Suite Suite
JUST A DEPOSIT REQUIRED TO SECURE YOUR PREFERRED CABIN
Enjoy your choice of: Up to £450 on board spend* How will you spend yours? In the spa? On a shore excursion? Or in one of the many bars? OR Car parking at the port# Saving £££s on your overall holiday cost OR Coach transfers to the port## So you can start relaxing before your holiday even begins PLUS, BONUS up to £850 on board spend* Full board accommodation on board Oriana including: - A uniquely British cruising experience - A range of tantalising restaurants offering culinary masterpieces to informal buffets - A choice of pools to relax and unwind in or simply soak up the sun on the spacious deck - Take part in one of the many on board activities including guest speakers, films, dance lessons and much more - Enjoy a myriad of bars and spectacular entertainment from music recitals to theatre shows The currency on board is pound sterling, so you won’t be affected by any foreign exchange rate fluctuation
EXCLUSIVE CRUISE MILES
Earn up to 11,898 when booking this fantastic voyage, worth £118 off your next booking with ROL Cruise††
Oriana
Please note, ship transiting Panama Canal image is Aurora. Where stated, passengers may choose one added benefit. Booking conditions of P&O Cruises (ATOL 6294) and Reader Offers Limited
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THE CARIBBEAN & PANAMA CANAL VOYAGE
Aurora
ON BOARD SPEND
OF UP TO £650
*
or
CAR PARKING#
or
COACH TRANSFERS##
35 NIGHTS DEPARTING 3RD JANUARY 2018
Sun 14
Mon 15 Wed 17 Fri 19 Sat 20 Mon 22 Tue 23 Thu 25 Sat 27 Sun 28
Embark Oceana and depart Southampton La Coruña, Spain St. John’s, Antigua Dazzling colours are everywhere in St. John’s, Antigua; from the colonial architecture, to the delicious tropical fruits on offer at the bustling local market Philipsburg, St. Maarten St. Maarten is harmoniously shared by the French and the Dutch; this gives the island two distinctive flavours to discover, with the quiet sophisticated French north, and lively, vibrant Dutch south Road Town, Tortola Falmouth, Jamaica Costa Maya, Mexico Roatan, Honduras Puerto Limón, Costa Rica Partial Panama Canal Transit Oranjestad, Aruba Castries, St. Lucia Bridgetown, Barbados Barbados offers a holiday paradise for all: beautiful beaches, inviting clear seas and rolling sugar cane fields, not to mention the duty-free shopping
FEBRUARY 2018
Sat 3 Ponta Delgada, Azores Wed 7 Arrive Southampton Dates not mentioned are spent relaxing at sea
YOUR INCREDIBLE ROL CRUISE PRICES cabin
BONUS UP TO £1,350 * ON BOARD SPEND
EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE WHAT’S INCLUDED IN YOUR ROL CRUISE PACKAGE
JANUARY 2018 Wed 3 Fri 5 Sat 13
PLUS
GRADE
ROL CRUISE PRICE (PP)
Inside
PF
£2,599
Outside
NC†
£3,399
Balcony
HE
£4,599
Mini Suite
C4
£7,299
Suite
B4
SOLD OUT
Enjoy your choice of: Up to £650 on board spend* How will you spend yours? In the spa? On a shore excursion? Or in one of the many bars? OR Car parking at the port# Saving £££s on your overall holiday cost OR Coach transfers to the port## So you can start relaxing before your holiday even begins PLUS, BONUS up to £1,350 on board spend* 35 night traditional British style cruise on board Oceana including: - Full board accommodation in your chosen cabin or suite - A range of tantalising dining options from Michelin-starred chefs to informal buffets - Ocean view gymnasium, spa, swimming pools and jacuzzis - Magnificent theatre with West-End style shows - Informative lectures on board - A choice of bars and evening entertainment venues hosting comedy, cinemas, nightclubs, piano recitals and theatre productions The currency on board is pounds sterling, so you won’t be affected by any foreign exchange rate fluctuations
EXCLUSIVE CRUISE MILES
Earn up to 14,598 when booking this fantastic voyage, worth £145 off your next booking with ROL Cruise††
JUST A DEPOSIT REQUIRED TO SECURE YOUR PREFERRED CABIN Agency terms of business apply. Please see back page for full terms and conditions.
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on
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(Non-Executive Director, Reader Offers Ltd)
One of my longstanding travel trade commitments is serving on ABTA’s Membership Committee, where we monitor member companies’ financial situation and the security provided to customers. We are very proud of the UK’s consumer protection record, with ABTA and ATOL ensuring possibly the best coverage of any country in the world. This was well demonstrated in 2016 when a large tour operator which had 30
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chosen to base itself under Spanish With their fleet development project of regulations ceased trading, leaving new expedition ships, Hurtigruten look many clients out of pocket. Recently set to dominate ice-pack sailings at we saw the sad demise of Voyages of both ends of the globe! However there Discovery and Swan Hellenic, but their are alternatives to the rather hands-on ABTA and ATOL coverage has ensured expedition style, with larger traditional the protection of customer payments. cruise ships offering Antarctic voyages, Arranging alternative holidays and albeit with no actual landings permitted helping with the repayment process – the maximum group size of 50, and has taken a lot of time for the Reader the need for specialist landing boats, Offers team – but we are so glad to be will always restrict able to help achieve a access ashore (turn the popularity positive outcome. to pages 14-15).
of cruises
In time, doubtless Closer to home, the sailing from UK other cruise lines will popularity of cruises offer products to suit ports continues sailing from UK ports the clients who had to grow continues to grow, so taken to the lost further fuelled by the brands. Their widerecent weakness of ranging itineraries reflected the remarkable breadth of sterling and international uncertainties. cruise choices now on offer – just look We are spoilt for choice here in Britain, through this edition to see ships sailing from the affordable Cruise & Maritime both Arctic and Antarctic waters, plus Voyages ships up to Cunard’s mighty the Atlantic, Indian and Pacific Oceans! transatlantic liner. Oh dear, where to go next?! Arctic itineraries really took off after Joanna Lumley’s Northern Lights show on TV, with enthusiasm to see the Aurora Borealis now on most people’s bucket list. Although sailings from UK ports are available, we chose to fly up to Bergen and join Hurtigruten for our memorable winter trip a few years back (see the opposite page).
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Day 1 Fly from London to Bergen, Norway Transfer to the port and embark your ship
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Day 2 Ålesund – Molde Enjoy the nature of the coastline as you sail towards Ålesund, a city renowned for its Art Nouveau architecture
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Day 3 The Royal City of Trondheim Explore the medieval city of Trondheim. Visit one of the many museums, or admire the colourful wooden houses
11 nights of full board cruising in a wonderfully carefree and relaxed environment
Day 4 Bodø – Svolvær (Lofoten Islands) Enjoy a special celebration as you cross the Arctic Circle and enter the realm of the magnificent Aurora Borealis
Enjoy sublime local cuisine in a stylish and relaxed restaurant
Day 5 Tromsø Known as the “Gateway to the Arctic” and surrounded by spectacular scenery, the snowy peaks provide a beautiful backdrop when the Northern Lights choose to appear
Gratuities are neither expected, nor required Return flights from London and all overseas transfers PLUS, book a Polar Outside Cabin or above and receive a FREE Digital Camera+
Day 6 Hammerfest – Honningsvåg (for optional excursions to the North Cape×) Enjoy an early stop in Hammerfest before arriving in Honningsvåg, gateway to the spectacular North Cape
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Day 7 Kirkenes The ship starts its southbound voyage revealing ports during the daytime that you passed at night on your journey north Day 8 Honningsvåg – Hammerfest – Tromsø Enjoy time in Tromsø, where you can admire The Arctic Cathedral whilst attending an optional midnight concert× Day 9 Harstad – Lofoten Islands Enjoy the stunning views of sheltered bays and glorious mountain landscapes wrapped in the cloak of a polar winter Day 10 Bodø – Rørvik – Seven Sisters mountain range Enjoy spectacular scenery of the picturesque Helgeland coast with its myriad islets and steep granite walls Day 11 The Royal City of Trondheim and Kristiansund Kristiansund is a historic town and Norway’s cod fishing capital, which anglers will cherish Day 12 Bergen Disembark and transfer to the airport for your flight to London Above is a selection of the ports of call visited. For a full itinerary please ask your cruise specialist
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ISES CRU ICES 8 1 20 17 PR AT 20
THE 2018
EUROPEAN RIVER CRUISE LAUNCH PROMOTION
SAVE £1,000 ±
EXCLUSIVE FREE ON BOARD SPEND OF
£200*
DRINKS++ & GRATUITIES
SHORE EXCURSIONS
INCLUDED
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7 NIGHTS DEPARTING 7 TH APRIL, 12TH MAY, 7 TH JULY, 15TH SEPTEMBER & 13TH OCTOBER 2018 OTHER DATES ARE AVAILABLE ON REQUEST
Day 1 Fly from London to Porto, Portugal (regional flights may be available on request>) Upon arrival transfer to the port and embark the award-winning Emerald Radiance for your seven night cruise. This evening, your Cruise Director will conduct an introductory talk EmeraldPLUS: Sunset illumination cruise (D) Day 2 Porto – Pinhão, Portugal Today enjoy a full day sailing the windy turns and twists of the Douro Valley. Your Cruise Director will host a lecture on board showcasing the history and wine culture of the region. Later, arrive in the village of Pinhão which is situated on a river bend surrounded by terraced hillsides producing some of the world’s best Port. Tonight your Captain will be delighted to host the welcome dinner and cocktail reception (B, L, D) EmeraldPLUS: On board art lesson & cooking demonstration EmeraldACTIVE: On board yoga lesson Day 3 Pinhão – Vega de Terrón, Portugal Today visit the marvellous Baroque village of Lamego and the picturesque Our Lady of Remedies Sanctuary. Alternatively embark on an EmeraldACTIVE guided hike through local vineyards before returning to your ship for lunch and an afternoon sailing to Vega de Terrón
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EmeraldPLUS: Join your barman for a lesson on how to make cocktails using port wine on board (B, L, D)
Day 4 Salamanca, Spain With its grand squares and medieval structures, a walking tour in Salamanca is more like stepping back in time. Here, you can enjoy this beautiful golden city with plenty of free time to explore independently (B, D) EmeraldPLUS: Local entertainment Day 5 Pocinho, Portugal This morning arrive in the picturesque village of Pocinho and embark on an excursion to the Coa Valley Museum or take part in an included EmeraldACTIVE canoeing experience. Later, return to your ship for lunch and enjoy your idyllic surroundings as you sail towards Regua EmeraldPLUS: This evening experience a rural dinner in the Régua area (B, L, D) Day 6 Regua, Portugal Wake up this morning in the former roman settlement of Regua. After a village tour, visit the Douro Museum for a look at wine making in the region (B, L, D) Day 7 Porto, Portugal Located at the mouth of the Douro River, Porto is a fascinating eclectic mix of modern and ancient architecture. Its most famous export is of course fortified wine, and the hillside across
from the city centre features numerous wine caves and tasting boutiques in the area of Vila Nova de Gaia. Sample the local fair in one of these specially adapted wine cellars and learn about the long-adapted craft of creating port (B, L, D) Day 8 Porto, Portugal After breakfast, disembark and transfer to the airport for your return flight to London (regional flights may be available on request>) (B) Meals are included as stated B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner
YOUR INCREDIBLE ROL CRUISE LAUNCH PRICES STATEROOM GRADE FULL PRICE (PP)±
ROL CRUISE PRICE (PP)
Emerald Stateroom
F
£1,745
£1,239
Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite
C
£2,445
£1,939
Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite
P
£2,645
£2,139
Owner’s Suite
SA
£3,545
£3,039
Emerald Riverview Suite
RA
£3,945
£3,439
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EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE WHATS INCLUDED IN your ROL CRUISE package
• INCREDIBLE LAUNCH SAVINGS OF £1,000± • Seven nights deluxe river cruising • E XCLUSIVE FREE on board spend of £200 * • COMPLIMENTARY wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner++ on board • All gratuities included • EmeraldPLUS & EmeraldACTIVE extra special excursions and activities
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• Included shore excursions×
Salamanca Cathedral. Castile and Leon, Spain
• A variety of on board evening entertainment • First-class service from English-speaking crew and knowledgeable guides • COMPLIMENTARY Wi-Fi on board~ • All port charges, airport taxes and transfers • Return economy flights from London, Manchester, Birmingham, Glasgow & Edinburgh (other regional flights may be available on request>) • Overnight hotel stay ‡ in Bucharest on Enchantment of Eastern Europe sailing
EXCLUSIVE CRUISE MILES Earn up to 7,178 when booking one of these fantastic voyages††
ENCHANTMENT OF EASTERN EUROPE
8 NIGHTS DEPARTING 24TH APRIL, 13TH MAY, 1ST JUNE, 7 TH SEPTEMBER & 2ND OCTOBER 2018 OTHER DATES ARE AVAILABLE ON REQUEST
Day 1 Fly from London to Budapest, Hungary (regional flights may be available on request>). Upon arrival, transfer to the port and embark your award-winning Emerald Star-Ship for your seven night cruise. This evening, join your fellow guests for drinks and dinner (D) Day 2 Kalocsa, Hungary This morning, sail out of Budapest towards Kalocsa, one of the oldest towns in Hungary, famous for the production of paprika. In the afternoon, visit a local Puszta Horse Farm and enjoy a performance showcasing the exceptional riding skills of Magyar horsemen. Tonight, you will be invited to the Captain’s Gala Dinner EmeraldPLUS: Visit to Puszta Horse Farm (B, L, D) Day 3 Osijek, Croatia Today, enjoy a guided tour before joining a local family for lunch. Later, enjoy an evening of sailing further down the Danube into Serbia EmeraldPLUS: Home-hosted lunch with a Croatian family (B, L, D) Day 4 Belgrade, Serbia Today, your included city tour takes in a visit to Tito’s Memorial, the impressive Fortress Kalemegdan and St. Sava Church which is the world’s largest Orthodox Cathedral. Alternatively, you can enjoy a guided bicycle tour of Belgrade as part of the EmeraldACTIVE program
EmeraldPLUS: Serbian folklore evening show (B, L, D)
Day 5 Kostolac, Serbia Today, you will embark on an incredible journey to the first and biggest architectural archaeological excavation in eastern Europe, the Viminacium Archaeological Excavation Site and Museum. Later, enjoy a cooking lesson on board as part of the EmeraldPLUS program (B, L, D) Day 6 Iron Gates – Vidin, Bulgaria Relax on board today as you sail through the narrow gorge between the European Alps and Carpathian Mountains known as the Iron Gates. Upon arrival in Vidin you will embark on a hike to Belogradchik, a town in Vidin Province (B, L, D) Day 7 Rousse – Veliko Tarnovo & Arbanasi, Bulgaria Today, you will arrive in Rousse and visit the impressive clif top town of Veliko Tarnovo, the former capital of the Bulgarian empire known once as the ‘city of the Tsars’. Later, visit the historic town of Arbanasi EmeraldPLUS: Choir concert in a church in Arbanasi EmeraldACTIVE: A guided hike to Ivanovo Church (B, L, D) Day 8 Giurgiu, Romania Disembark and travel by coach to Bucharest, Romania. Upon arrival enjoy a city tour taking in the enormous Palace of the Parliament;
Europe’s largest and heaviest civilian building, designed and constructed by former dictator Nicolae Ceausescu. Overnight stay at the Radisson Hotel‡ including breakfast (B, D) Day 9 Bucharest, Romania After breakfast transfer to the airport for your flight to London (regional flights may be available on request>) (B) Itinerary is based on 24th April 2018 departure and may operate in reverse on selected dates Meals are included as stated B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner
YOUR INCREDIBLE ROL CRUISE LAUNCH PRICES STATEROOM GRADE FULL PRICE (PP)±
ROL CRUISE PRICE (PP)
Emerald Stateroom
E
£2,095
£1,589
Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite
C
£2,645
£2,139
Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite
A
£2,895
£2,389
Grand Balcony Suite
S
£3,445
£2,939
Owner’s Suite
SA
£4,095
£3,589
Prices and availability are based on 24th April 2018 departure
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BRAND NEW LAUNCH PROMOTION - PLEASE DO NOT DELAY, FARES WILL INCREASE
THE 2018 LAUNCH PROMOTION
Magnificent Europe 5H ALL-INCLUSIVE LUXURY RIVER CRUISING ALL SIGHTSEEING EXCURSIONS INCLUDED ×
DRINKS++ & GRATUITIES INCLUDED
PRIVATE UK TRANSFERS INCLUDED**
LAUNCH FARES WILL INCREASE – PLEASE DO NOT DELAY
EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE WHAT’S INCLUDED IN your ROL Cruise package • Home-to-airport UK transfers by private car** • 1 4 nights of 5H all-inclusive river cruising on board your award-winning luxury river ship, including: - All meals and drinks on board++ - Gratuities included - Cruise Director & expert local guides - Freedom of Choice™ Sightseeing Inclusions. Let your curiosity come alive and tailor your holiday around your own interests – at no additional cost - Unique & exclusive Signature Experiences: > Explore Namedy Castle before dinner accompanied by a classical piano recital > A special village experience in Miltenberg
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> Soak up the spirit of the Habsburg Empire with a rail journey aboard the Majestic Imperator > Visit Vienna’s City Palace for a Cocktail Reception and private concert • COMPLIMENTARY bicycles on board • Butler service in selected suites • Return scheduled flights from London (regional flights are available on request>) • Overseas transfers, port charges and tips
EXCLUSIVE CRUISE MILES
Earn up to 11,878 when booking this fantastic voyage worth up to £118 off your next booking with ROL Cruise††
YOUR 14 NIGHT ALL-INCLUSIVE LUXURY RIVER CRUISE DEPARTS 16TH MARCH, 27TH APRIL, 9TH JUNE, 14TH SEPTEMBER, 10TH & 24TH NOVEMBER 2018 oth er dates ava i l a b l e o n req u est Day 1
Fly from London to Amsterdam, Netherlands (regional flights are available on request>) Upon arrival, transfer to your luxury river ship for your APT river cruise. This evening enjoy a Welcome Reception (D)
Day 2
Amsterdam, Netherlands Take a canal cruise and admire the city from a glass-top boat or journey to the picturesque village of Zaanse Schans. Enjoy some time to explore before returning to your ship. Later today, set off along the Rhine River, and enjoy a Gala Welcome Dinner as you cruise (B, L, D)
Day 3
Day 4
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Day 6
Cologne - Bonn - Andernach, Germany Choose to take a Cologne city tour, or enjoy a walking tour to sample local beers and snacks. Re-join your ship in Bonn and cruise to Andernach H Signature Experience - Enjoy an exclusive visit to Namedy Castle, then savour dinner in the ballroom, accompanied by a classical piano recital (B, L, D) Rüdesheim, Germany Dock in Rüdesheim and take a trip aboard the Winzerexpress mini-train to the town centre. Perhaps tour Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum or take in views over the Rhine Valley as you travel on a gondola to the Niederwald Monument (B, L, D) Miltenberg, Germany After breakfast witness the skilful art of glass-blowing on board H Signature Experience - Disembark in Miltenberg and sample the local fare during a special village experience (B, L, D) Würzburg, Germany Embark on a tour that will take you through the city to the magnificent Residential Palace or alternatively, take a journey along the Romantic Road, for a tour of medieval Rothenburg (B, L, D)
Day 7
Bamberg, Germany This morning your ship will arrive in World Heritage-listed Bamberg, explore the Old Town with a guide. Following your tour, re-join your ship to cruise onto the Main-Danube Canal (B, L, D)
Day 8
Nuremberg, Germany A historic city tour takes you to a selection of World War II sites. Back on board later this afternoon, sample some freshly baked gingerbread before continuing to cruise along the Main-Danube Canal (B, L, D)
Day 9
Regensburg, Germany On a guided tour taking in the city’s highlights, see such sites as the iconic Old Town Hall, the World Heritage-listed city centre, and the remains of the Romanesque fortress walls (B, L, D)
Day 10
Passau, Germany - Salzburg - Linz, Austria H Signature Experience - Today, enjoy a private rail journey aboard the Majestic Imperator from Passau
to Linz via Salzburg. Disembark in Salzburg where a city tour includes some of the sights from the classic film, The Sound of Music. Re-board the Majestic Imperator and be entertained by live music. Travel back through to Linz where you will re-join your ship for dinner (B, D)
Day 11
Melk - Dürnstein, Austria Take a guided tour of Melk Abbey or join a local guide for a tour of the town before riding a bicycle along the banks of the Danube River from Melk to Dürnstein. It is also possible to re-join your ship in Melk and cruise to Dürnstein instead. On arrival, roam Dürnstein’s cobblestone lanes (B, L, D)
Day 12
Vienna, Austria Explore the Ringstrasse, Vienna’s famous ringed boulevard and then embark on a guided walk to the impressive St. Stephen’s Cathedral H Signature Experience - Visit the Princely Family of Liechtenstein’s City Palace and attend an exclusive Cocktail Reception and a private concert featuring members of the Mozart Boys’ Choir (B, L, D)
Day 13
Vienna, Austria Tour Schönbrunn Palace or join an excursion to Bratislava, the diverse capital of nearby Slovakia. An alternative option is to visit the famed Spanish Riding School (B, L, D)
Day 14
Budapest, Hungary A guided tour offers a thrilling discovery of this grand, beautiful and historic city. After the Captain’s Farewell Dinner, enjoy a twilight cruise through the city – the perfect end to an unforgettable journey (B, L, D)
Day 15
Budapest, Hungary After breakfast, disembark and transfer to the airport for your flight to London (regional flights are available on request>) (B)
Itinerary is based on 10th November 2018 departure and itinerary may operate in reverse on select dates Meals are included as stated: B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner
Your ROL Cruise LAUNCH Fares SUITE
GRADE
Twin Window French Balcony Twin Balcony Twin Balcony Royal Suite
ROL Cruise FARE (PP)
E £2,589 C £3,489 T £3,789 P £4,189 RS £5,939
Fares and availability are based on 10 th November 2018 departure Please call for fares of other departure dates
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Vienna, Austria **Mileage is capped at 75 miles. Booking conditions of APT (ATOL 6781) and Reader Offers Limited Agency terms of business apply. Please see back page for full terms and conditions.
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FEATURING A 14 NIGHT PREMIUM IRRAWADDY RIVER CRUISE
Bagan, Myanmar
SECOND PASSENGER FLIes
FREE
>>
SAVE UP TO £1,100±
COMPLIMENTARY WINE, BEER & SOFT DRINKS++
ALL SIGHTSEEING EXCURSIONS INCLUDED×
YOUR 16 NIGHT BURMESE DISCOVERY DEPARTS 20 TH OCTOBER & 15 TH DECEMBER 2017, 12 TH JANUARY, 23 RD FEBRUARY & 9 TH MARCH 2018 FURTHER DATES ARE AVAILABLE - PLEASE CALL FOR MORE DETAILS Day 1 Fly from London on your FREE flight>> to Mandalay, Burma (Myanmar) (premium class flights are available on request>) Day 2 Mandalay, Burma Upon arrival, transfer to the premium RV Princess Panhwar for your 14 night river cruise. Enjoy lunch on board before leisure time. This evening, enjoy a welcome dinner and cultural show on board (L, D) Day 3 Mandalay, Burma Today, tour Mandalay, Burma’s last royal capital. Visit Mandalay’s Mahamuni Buddha Temple, where you may be able to add your own sheet of gold leaf to a statue of the Mahamuni Buddha. Later, go for a stroll along the U Bein Bridge (B, L, D) Day 4 Sagaing - Inwa In Sagaing, visit a silversmith’s workshop then explore the Soon U Ponya Shin and Kaunghmudaw pagodas. Later, you’ll arrive in Inwa, an ancient imperial capital. Enjoy a tour by horse-drawn cart and see the ‘Leaning Tower of Inwa’ (B, L, D) Day 5 Yandabo - Bagan Today tour Yandabo, the site of where the Treaty of the First Anglo-Myanmar War was signed. Yandabo is also famous for its terracotta pots, made from the riverbank clay. Back on board, catch your first glimpse of the archaeological site, Bagan. Spend the rest of the afternoon at your leisure. This evening, enjoy a puppet show on board (B, L, D)
Day 6 Bagan Today begins with a visit to the Ananda Temple, the best preserved of all Bagan’s temples known as the ‘Westminster Abbey of Burma’. After this, discover the Shwezigon Pagoda, one of Burma’s most significant religious sites, before a visit to the exciting Nyaung-U market. Later, visit Gubyaukgyi Temple, a 13th century ‘cave temple’ with an Indian-style spire, before heading to a lacquerware workshop and a local village (B, L, D) Day 7 Tantkyi Hill - Salay This morning, visit the Tant Kyi Taung Pagoda, encircled by 32 elephant statues. Then cruise to Salay, a colourful religious centre. Visit Yoke Sone Kyaung, the region’s oldest surviving wooden monastery (B, L, D) Day 8 Magwe Sail on to the sleepy delta town of Magwe today. Once here, head to the Mya Tha Lun Pagoda, located atop a hill overlooking the Irrawaddy River (B, L, D) Day 9 Minhla - Thayetmyo Today you’ll disembark in Minhla, the site of a significant battle during the Third Anglo-Burmese War. Take a boat to visit Minhla fort, built to keep the British forces out of Burma. Afterwards, continue on to Thayetmyo, and visit Burma’s oldest golf course (B, L, D) Day 10 Pyay (Prome) - Sri Ksetra Arrive in Pyay today and disembark for a guided tour. Take in a selection of gilded pagodas, including the Shwesandaw Pagoda, then travel to the ancient ruins at Sri Ksetra (B, L, D)
This tour is operated by Travelmarvel, part of the APT Travel group. >>Companion flies free offer only applicable to bookings when two passengers are travelling together in economy class from London Heathrow. This offers is applicable to new bookings only valid until 29th April 2017. Booking conditions of APT (ATOL 6781) and Reader Offers Limited Agency terms of business apply. Please see back page for full terms and conditions.
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G IN S R A U M T T G A IS LIN FE HR AI C S
RIVER CRUISE
Highlights
• Ascend Singuttara Hill and visit the 90m high Shwedagon Pagoda
• Go for a stroll along the famed U Bein Bridge near Amarapura
• Tour Inwa by horsedrawn cart and see the ‘Leaning Tower of Inwa’
• Explore Danuphyu where General Maha Bandula led a Burmese defensive during the First Anglo-Burmese War
• Visit Mahamuni Buddha Temple and perhaps add a sheet of gold leaf to the • Experience Bagan - one statue of the Mahamuni of the world’s most Buddha incredible archaeological sites • Visit Salay’s oldest surviving wooden • Visit the stunning monastery Shwezigon Pagoda
EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE WHAT’S INCLUDED in your ROL CRUISE Package
SECOND PASSENGER FLIES FREE>> SAVING UP TO £1,100± 14 nights on board the premium RV Princess Panhwar on an Irrawaddy River Cruise, including: - Local beer, soft drinks and international wine served with lunch and dinner++
Day 11 Myanaung Absorb wonderful views of the Akauk Mountains and their river-facing cliff carvings as you cruise to Myanaung. Here, a guided walking tour will take you past colonial houses, a Roman Catholic church and the local market (B, L, D)
- All tipping, taxes and port charges - Overseas transfers, plus luggage porterage in Burma - All sightseeing× and on board entertainment
Day 12 Ainteloge Arrive in Ainteloge today and set off on a guided walking tour, taking in colonial-style wooden houses and gardens (B, L, D)
- Services of a dedicated Tour & Cruise Director, as well as English speaking local guides
Day 13 Danuphyu Arrive in Danuphyu, a small town where the revered General Maha Bandula led a famous Burmese defensive against British troops during the First Anglo-Burmese War. Disembark to visit the Monastery of Maha Bandula and a home cherootmaking workshop (B, L, D)
Return flights from London (premium class flights are available on request>)
EXCLUSIVE CRUISE MILES
Earn up to 7,875 when booking this incredible voyage††
Day 14 Maubin Today arrive in Maubin. During a walking tour here, you’ll learn about Ba Maw, a prominent Burmese political leader, and also visit the bustling local market (B, L, D) Day 15 Yangon Explore the sights of Yangon including Sule Pagoda and Bogyoke Market. Visit the Reclining Buddha and marvel at the Shwedagon Pagoda at sunset, resplendent with a golden spire. This evening, enjoy a Farewell Dinner on board (B, L, D)
YOUR ROL CRUISE Fares SUITE
Grade
1st passenger price
2nd passenger price
French Balcony
C
£4,395 £3,289
Deluxe Balcony
B
£4,795 £3,689 £4,895 £3,789
Day 16 Yangon Disembark your ship and transfer to the airport for your return FREE flight>> to London (premium class flights are available on request>) (B)
Deluxe Balcony
A
Princess Suite
Princess
Day 17 Arrive London
Solo fares available from £4,739
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Meals are included as stated: B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner
Fares and availability are based on 15th December 2017 departure
Itinerary is based on the 15th December 2017 departure and itinerary may operate in reverse on selected dates
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Porto, Portugal
Cruising
Portugal’s River of Gold
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here is a saying in Portugal that women should be like sardines – short and stubby. It doesn’t sound too complimentary, but it’s not quite so bad when you discover that the Portuguese love their sardines. It’s one of many amusing local idioms I discovered when cruising the Douro River in Northern Portugal with Scenic last August. My favourite is that the climate is nine months of winter, three months of hell, the ‘hell’ being June, July and August when the thermometer can soar to 40 degrees Centigrade and beyond. It didn’t get that hot when I was there, but after a couple of surprisingly chilly days in Porto, Portugal’s second-largest city, as wind blew in from the Atlantic. The temperature picked up nicely as we glided along the Douro on Scenic Azure, past craggy cliffs and vineyards that are so steep they have to be tended by hand, and transited deep locks built between 1964 and 1985 to tame what had been a raging torrent. In the days before roads and railways the river was the only way for wine-growers to get their grapes to Porto. It took two to three days for their small wooden boats,
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called rabelos, to get down the river from Regua, in the heart of wine-growing country, but three weeks or more to get back as the vessels had to be pulled by men and oxen. By the time the Portuguese thought to build locks to make the river navigable, the wine growers were transporting their wares by road, but it was still money well spent because a local entrepreneur had an idea that the Douro would be perfect for river cruising. Given the number of boats now ploughing up and down the river, I think it can safely be said that he was right. Scenic only launched Scenic Azure in April last year. She is modelled on the company Rhine and Danube fleet but is quite a bit smaller (96 passengers instead of 169) and has been tweaked here and there to suit her Portuguese home. Table La Rive, an exclusive dining option for passengers in cabins and suites on Diamond Deck, has been renamed Table
New Cathedral Salamanca
d’Or (the Douro is known as the river of gold although bizarrely no one seems to know exactly why!). Many of the wines served on board are from Portugal and menus in Portobellos restaurant and the main dining room feature local dishes. Entertainment also has a Portuguese twist, with talks about local culture and traditions, language lessons and, one evening, a ceremonial opening of a bottle of vintage port (which I am happy to report we then drank!). Most important, in honour of those hot summers, there is a small swimming pool on the sun deck.
“...a guided tour showed there were many more reasons to love Porto...”
Ja n e Archer Jane Archer is one of the UK’s leading cruise journalists and the Daily Telegraph Travel’s cruise expert. She has been sharing her experiences with Blue Horizons’ readers for ten years.
While others dipped in its cool waters, I enjoyed the sun and scenery while sipping a spicy Bloody Mary or two – an indulgence you can afford on Scenic as unlimited drinks are included in the price, as are flights, transfers, all shore excursions and dining, gratuities and WiFi. In fact you don’t need to dip into your pocket for anything on board other than a treatment in the small spa.
jumping off point for tours to the Spanish city of Salamanca.
Mine was an 11-day cruise that started and ended in Porto, which one has to love if only because it gave its name to the famous fortified wine made from grapes grown in the Douro Valley.
Known as the Golden City because it is built in sandstone, it houses the oldest university in Spain, dating back to 1218, as well as Plaza Mayor, one of the country’s biggest squares.
Actually a guided tour showed there were many more reasons to love Porto, which has beautiful churches, imposing architecture and grand squares, but also a lovely lived-in feel. There were people, cafés and restaurants everywhere so hat’s off to Paula, our guide, who made sure no one got lost in the crowds with the help of Elisabete, one of three trainee cruise managers who accompanied the tours each day. All were from Portugal
It takes about two hours to get there but it is worth the long drive for the scenery, which passes through a national park, pretty hamlets and sprawling farmland, and to see Salamanca itself, which is real Spain, without wall-to-wall souvenir shops and English pubs.
Mateus Palace
“...I could have stayed people-watching in Porto for hours...”
We peeked inside the ‘old’ 12th century Romanesque cathedral and ‘new’ Gothicstyle basilica, which was started in the 16th century and took 250 years to build, entered the Santa Barbara Chapel where students took exams right up until the 19th century and tasted local Jamon Iberico (cured ham) on a tour of the market. The city is beautiful, the architecture stunning, but I have to admit that was the highlight of my day!
and travelling with us to learn the ropes from the Cruise Director. I could have stayed people-watching in Porto for hours, but we had to be back on board Scenic Azure for the afternoon sailaway, which meant cruising beneath the six bridges that connect the city with Gaia, where many of the famous port wine houses are based. The views were just fabulous. Once out of the buzzing big city, life on the Douro slowed down with trips to sleepy towns and medieval villages (Guimarães, where in 1128 Afonso I became the first king of Portugal; Regua, which has an excellent wine museum; the Mateus Palace, the manor depicted on bottles of Mateus rosé, which houses a priceless collection of books, furniture and reliquaries) until you reach Vega de Terron.
Market, Salamanca
This is another sleepy village but it is in Spain, not Portugal, and important because it marks the end of the navigational part of the Douro (river cruise boats have to turn around and sail the 130 miles back to Porto) and is the
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PLEASE DO NOT DELAY - LIMITED AVAILABILITY
THE BEST-SELLING 2018
Ultra-Luxury Voyage from Reykjavík to Montréal
Reykjavík, Iceland
All-Inclusive ULTRA-LUXURY CRUISING
LuxuryHOTEL STAYS Included ‡
Free
ICELAND GOLDEN CIRCLE TOUR×
YOUR 15 NIGHT VOYAGE FROM REYKJAVÍK TO MONTRÉAL DEPARTS 27 TH SEPTEMBER 2018 SEPTEMBER 2018 Thu 27 Fly from London to Reykjavík, Iceland (regional and premium class flights may be available on request>) Upon arrival, transfer to the Radisson Blu 1919 Hotel‡ for your two night stay, including breakfast Fri 28
Sat 29
Manicouagan River. Its landscapes have been shaped by glacial retreats and other natural phenomena
Mon 8
Québec City, Québec, Canada Québec City’s alluring setting atop Cape Diamond evokes a past of high adventure, military history and exploration. The historic heart of this community is the Old City, comprising the part of Upper Town surrounded by walls and Lower Town, which spreads out at the base of the hill from Place Royale
Tue 9
Montréal, Canada Disembark and transfer to the W Montréal Hotel‡ for your two night stay, including breakfast
Reykjavík, Iceland Explore Reykjavík at your leisure All bookings will receive a FREE Golden Circle tour× – with highlights including Nesjavellir, Gullfoss Waterfall, the Hot Springs of Geysir and Strokkur Reykjavík, Iceland Transfer to the port and embark the ultra-luxurious Silver Wind for your 10 night voyage, beginning with an overnight stay on board
Sun 30 Reykjavík, Iceland The beauty of Iceland’s capital city is astounding. Surrounded by waterfalls, volcanoes and glaciers, you’ll experience nature in all its glory coupled with the history and culture of the city itself
OCTOBER 2018 Wed 3
L’Anse aux Meadows, Canada
Thu 4
Corner Book, Newfoundland, Canada Hills fringe three sides of the city, which has dramatic views of the harbour and the Bay of Islands. Explorer Captain Cook charted the coast in the 1760s and a memorial to him overlooks the bay
Fri 5
Havre-Saint-Pierre, Québec, Canada Havre-Saint-Pierre is a tiny seaside port on the north shore of the Saint Lawrence River in Québec. During your time ashore, visit one of the world’s most amazing natural phenomena – the Mingan Archipelago – the largest group of erosional monoliths in Canada
Sat 6
Sept-Iles, Québec, Canada
Sun 7
Baie-Comeau, Québec, Canada Located in the Côte-Nord region of the province of Québec, Canada, the city of Baie-Comeau is nestled on the shores of the Saint Lawrence River near the mouth of the
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Wed 10 Montréal, Canada Explore this beautiful, cosmopolitan city at your leisure. Montréal is brimming with culture and boasts numerous architectural marvels. Each neighbourhood has its own unique charm, from traditional China Town, to St. Denis Street with its French influences and extravagant Plateau Mont-Royal, which offers panoramic views of the city Thu 11 Montréal, Canada Transfer to the airport for your overnight flight to London (regional and premium class flights may be available on request>) Fri 12
Arrive London
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Montréal, Canada
Silver Wind
Free
ALL DRINKS++ & GRATUITIES≃
WI-FI˜ & BUTLER SERVICE
Included
Experience the Dif ference WHAT’S INCLUDED IN YOUR EXCLUSIVE ROL CRUISE PACKAGE Two night pre-cruise stay at the Radisson Blu 1919 Hotel, Reykjavík, including breakfast‡ FREE Iceland Golden Circle tour for all bookings× 10 nights all-inclusive ultra-luxury cruising on board Silver Wind, including: - Gourmet menus inspired by Relais & Châteaux - COMPLIMENTARY in-suite dining and 24-hour room service - COMPLIMENTARY wines, Champagne and spirits served throughout the ship++ - Butler service for all suites - COMPLIMENTARY transportation into town in most ports of call - Enrichment programmes and sophisticated entertainment - All on board gratuities - FREE Wi-Fi throughout the ship~ Two night post-cruise stay at the W Montréal Hotel, including breakfast‡ Flights from/to London (regional and premium class flights may be available on request>) and overseas transfers
EXCLUSIVE CRUISE MILES Earn up to 24,998 when booking this exclusive voyage, worth £249 off your next booking with ROL Cruise††
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Vista Suite Veranda Suite Midship Veranda Royal 1 Suite Grand 2 Suite Owner’s 2 Suite Solo fares available from £6,999
VI VR DV R1 G2 O2
SOLD OUT £4,899 £4,999 £9,999 £11,599 £12,499
JUST A DEPOSIT REQUIRED TO SECURE YOUR PREFERRED SUITE
Butler Service for every Suite Unobtrusive and attentive, your butler creates an inviting refuge, anticipating your every wish to fashion a suite purely with you in mind, including: • Unpacking your luggage should you wish (including hanging up your clothes and setting your personal items, plus preparing and packing your luggage on request) • Chilling your preferred assortment of beverages • M aking your on board dinner reservations for your convenience • Ensuring your suite is immaculate at all times • Suggesting options for, and serving, your breakfast orders • Polishing and conditioning your shoes • Replenishing your ice bucket on a regular basis
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A B R A N D N E W e xc l u s i v e R O L C RUIS E P R O M O T I O N
The Festive Australian Circumnavigation in 5H Luxury
EXCLUSIVE FARES Saving up to £5,000±
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37 NIGHTS DEPARTING 18TH DECEMBER 2017 DECEMBER 2017
Mon 18 Fly from London to Sydney, Australia on your FREE overnight flight>> (regional and premium class flights may be available on request>) Tue 19 Sydney, Australia Upon arrival, transfer to a hotel‡ for your overnight stay Wed 20 Sydney, Australia Transfer to the port and embark Regatta for your 34 night Australian Circumnavigation Fri 22 Brisbane, Australia Sat 23 Fraser Island (from Kingfisher Bay), Australia (arrive midday) Mon 25 Townsville, Australia H CHRISTMAS DAYH Tue 26 Cairns, Australia (depart late pm) A perfect base to explore the world-famous Great Barrier Reef, Cairns is also home to exquisite fine dining, a multitude of nature and wildlife attractions and a relaxing, tropical climate Thu 28 Alotau, Papua New Guinea Fri 29 Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea Sun 31 H SPEND NEW YEAR’S EVE RELAXING AT SEAH
JANUARY 2018
Mon 1 Wed 3
Darwin, Australia Komodo Island, Indonesia (arrive midday) One of 17,508 islands that make up Indonesia, Komodo is home of the legendary Komodo Dragon. Famous for its unique pink sand beaches, unspoilt corals make it a divers’ paradise; while nature lovers will relish the national park with its large number of endemic species Thu 4 - Benoa, Bali, Indonesia (overnight stay on board) Fri 5 The paradise island of Bali is like no other. Lose yourself in the chaos of Kuta or visit Ubud, the heart of Bali, with its incredible rice fields and ancient monuments. The middle of the island is dominated by dramatic volcanoes of the central mountains and hillside temples such as Pura Luhur Batakaru, while North and West Bali are perfect for divers and surfers alike Mon 8 Exmouth, Australia Wed 10 Geraldton, Australia Thu 11 Perth (from Fremantle), Australia Fremantle is your gateway to the wonderful city of Perth. Relax as you watch
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Sat 13 Tue 16 Wed 17
Thu 18 Fri 19 Sat 20 Mon 22
Tue 23 Wed 24
the world go by on the long sandy beaches, or visit Swan Valley which is steeped in history and one of Australia’s oldest wine regions. Home to over 40 vineyards Esperance, Australia Kangaroo Island (from Penneshaw), Australia Adelaide, Australia A treat for all wine lovers, as a third of Australia’s wine is produced an hour or less from church-sprinkled Adelaide. Perhaps its best known is the gorgeous Magill Estate, a wonderful spot for a first-class tasting in the rolling South Australian countryside Cruising Bass Strait Melbourne, Australia Tasmania (from Burnie), Australia Eden, Australia Eden’s charming wildlife and scenery will appeal as soon as you set foot in this friendly destination. National parks, wilderness and beaches are in abundance and with origins as a whaling town, there’s no better spot to indulge in a bit of whale-watching Sydney, Australia Disembark and transfer to the airport for your overnight FREE flight>> to London (regional and premium class flights may be available on request>) Arrive London
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YOUR EXCLUSIVE ROL CRUISE FARES sTATEROOM
GRADE
FULL FARE (PP)±
Rol cruise fare (pp)
Inside
G
£10,003
£7,499
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C2
£10,793
£8,289
Veranda
B2
£11,523
£8,999
Penthouse Suite
PH3
£13,633
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£13,959
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Mid-sized elegant ships with a high staff to guest ratio to take care of your every need with exceptional service The Finest Cuisine at Sea™, served in a variety of distinctive open-seating restaurants, all at no additional charge Gourmet culinary programme created by world-renowned Master Chef Jacques Pépin
PLUS, your choice of one additional extra:
Acclaimed Canyon Ranch SpaClub ®××
- Free $1,000 on board spend*
Elegant casual ambiance; tuxedos and gowns are never required
- Free House Drinks Package – including wine, Champagne and beer by the glass with lunch and dinner++
Award-winning port-intensive itineraries featuring over 365 alluring destinations, overnight visits and extended evening port stays Best Service, Best Dining, Best Accommodation and Best Value for money at the Cruise Critic Awards
BEST VALUE IN UPSCALE CRUISING
- Five Free shore excursions× 34 night Australian Circumnavigation on board the elegant Regatta, including: - Multiple open-seating gourmet dining venues, at no additional charge - Complimentary soft drinks, bottled water and speciality coffees - Complimentary shuttle in most of the ports - 24-hour butler service in all suites
EXCLUSIVE CRUISE MILES Earn up to 22,918 when booking this incredible voyage, worth £229 off your
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Regatta
Where stated, passengers can choose from one added benefit. 5H refers to the cruise element of this package. Booking conditions of Oceania Cruises (ATOL 10527) and Reader Offers Limited Agency terms of business apply. Please see back page for full terms and conditions.
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A BRAND NEW ROL CRUISE EXCLUSIVE LAUNCH PROMOTION
The all-inclusive ultra-luxury voyage to
Sou t h A fr ic a at C h r i s tm as Seven Seas Explorer® is spaciously intimate, breathlessly elegant and perfectly staffed to offer Regent Seven Seas Cruises’ special brand of all-inclusive luxury. As Regent Seven Seas Cruises’ newest addition ever built, launched in summer 2016, Regent Seven Seas Explorer® is the most luxurious ship to sail the seven seas and sets a new standard in elegance and sophistication. Journey around South Africa at Christmas in spacious designer suites, indulge in a decadent treatment at the world-renowned Canyon Ranch SpaClub××®, enjoy a musical performance in a plush lounge, and delight in extensive gourmet dining throughout the day and night. 18 NIGHTS + YOUR 3 NIGHT POST-CRUISE LAND TOUR DEPARTS 20TH DECEMBER 2018 DECEMBER 2018
JANUARY 2019
Thu 20 Fly from London to Cape Town, South Africa on your FREE flight>> (regional and premium class flights may be available on request>)
Tue 1
HSpend New Year’s Day relaxing at seaH
Wed 2
Maputo, Mozambique HRecommended excursion: A Glimpse of MaputoH - Maputo’s rich history comes to light on this tour that includes the essential highlights of Mozambique’s bustling capital. Stop in Independence Square; view the French-Mozambican cultural centre, a splendid old colonial building; and stop at the Museum of Natural History to gain an insight into the city’s natural wonders
Fri 21
Sat 22
Cape Town, South Africa Upon arrival transfer to a hotel for your overnight stay. Concierge Suites and above will enjoy a luxury overnight stay‡ Cape Town, South Africa Transfer to the port and embark Seven Seas Explorer® for your 15 night cruise
Mon 24 Luderitz, Namibia HRecommended excursion: Walking Tour of LuderitzH - Stroll through colonial Luderitz and admire the spectacular architecture built during the town’s heyday at the beginning of the 20th century, when diamonds were discovered nearby Tue 25 - Walvis Bay, Namibia (overnight stay on Wed 26 board) HChristmas DayH HRecommended excursion: Scenic Walvis BayH - This tour is intended to give you a glimpse of the Walvis Bay area and surrounding Namib Desert. Experience the natural wonder of Dune No. 7 and enjoy a scenic tour of the town, stopping at the Walvis Bay Lagoon where you can view flocks of pelicans and other aquatic birds Fri 28
Cruising the Cape of Good Hope
Sat 29
Port Elizabeth, South Africa (arrive midday)
Sun 30 East London, South Africa Mon 31 Durban, South Africa (arrive midday) HNew Year’s EveH 44
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Richards Bay, South Africa
Sat 5
Mossel Bay, South Africa (depart early pm)
Sun 6
Cape Town, South Africa Disembark and transfer to the airport for your overnight flight to London (regional and premium class flights may be available on request>)
Mon 7
Arrive London
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Seven Seas Explorer®
Exclusive
fares saving up to
£1,100± UP TO 29
Free
SHORE EXCURSIONS×
Free
THREE NIGHT SAFARI & WINELANDS‡‡ TOUR FOR ALL BOOKINGS‡‡
Exclusive Free$500
ON BOARD SPEND* Cape Town, South Africa
YOUR OPTIONAL FREE THREE-NIGHT POST-CRUISE SAFARI AND WINELANDS LAND TOUR‡‡ Sun 6 Cape Town, South Africa Disembark Seven Seas Explorer® and embark on a half day tour to Cape Point en route to your hotel‡. This evening enjoy a welcome dinner at your hotel (D) Mon 7 Cape Town, South Africa This morning visit a local wine estate in Paarl and enjoy a cellar tour with the opportunity to taste some local wines. Enjoy a picnic lunch including live music before continuing to Stellenbosch. Spend some time here exploring on your own, before returning to your hotel (B,L) Tue 8 Cape Town, South Africa This morning meander through the scenic Hex River Valley to the Aquila game reserve. Here you will take part in a game drive where you may get to see Rhino, Buffalo, Giraffe, Lions and much more. Overnight at Cape Town hotel (B,L) Wed 9 Cape Town, South Africa Transfer to the airport for your overnight flight to London (regional and premium class flights may be available on request>) (B) Thu 10 Arrive London Meals are included on the tour as stated: B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner
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Freepre-cruise luxury hotel stay for Concierge Suites and above‡
All-inclusive cruising on board the most luxurious ship ever builtTM Seven Seas Explorer® including:
Freeshore excursionsx Freeunlimited beverages
• Up to 29 •
including fine wines and premium spirits++
Freepre-paid gratuities • FreeWi-Fi for all suites~ • Freethree night optional •
post-cruise Safari & Winelands land tour‡‡
Exclusive Free $500 on board spend*
Freereturn flights from London (regional and premium class flights may be available on request>) and overseas transfers EXCLUSIVE CRUISE MILES Earn up to 37,398 exclusive Cruise Miles worth up to £373 off your next booking with ROL Cruise††
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your EXCLUSIVE ROL CRUISE LAUNCH FARES SUITE GRADE FULL FARE (PP)±
ROL CRUISE FARE (pp)
Veranda Suite Concierge Suite Penthouse Suite Seven Seas Suite Explorer Suite Master Suite
£9,219 £10,329 £11,669 £13,499 £14,989 £18,699
H E C SS ES MS
£9,479 £10,619 £11,999 £13,899 £15,429 £19,249
Just a deposit required to secure your PREFERRED suite THEN NOTHING TO PAY UNTIL 2018 ×Free shore excursions exclude Regent Choice Excursions and private arrangements. Some shore excursions will be unsuitable for guests with mobility restrictions. Shore excursions are subject to availability and change, are capacity controlled and can be booked from 240 days before departure for Concierge Suites or higher and from 180 days for all other grades. Recommended excursions are for example purposes and are subject to change. ‡‡Free post-cruise land tour is subject to availability and change. Booking conditions of Regent Seven Seas Cruises® (ATOL 10297) and Reader Offers Limited Agency terms of business apply. Please see back page for full terms and conditions.
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Q: A: Q: A:
Q: Ray and Sandra
A:
Getting to know you An interview with Ray and Sandra Buttle – ROL Cruise Ambassadors
R
ay, 73, and Sandra, 61, are a retired couple who live in Colchester and travel the world aboard cruise ships as Ambassadors for ROL Cruise. We interviewed them both to understand more about how they came to be Ambassadors, what a typical day looks like and to hear about their favourite cruising memories.
Q: A:
How did you become an Ambassador for ROL and what appealed to you about it? RAY: “We heard that ROL were looking for couples to become Ambassadors to support their clients on specific Fred. Olsen cruises. We really liked the concept – combining our love for travel with meeting new people. We thought it was certainly a more active way of spending our retirement together!”
Q:
Before you became an ROL Ambassador, had you ever been on a cruise holiday?
A:
SANDRA: “We had only ever been on a couple of mini cruises together. One from Cyprus to the Holy Lands, and another from Miami; neither of us had ever cruised before on any of the large ocean cruise liners.”
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Can you recall your first cruise as ROL Ambassadors? SANDRA: “Our first cruise as Ambassadors was on the Solar Eclipse voyage in March 2015 and we have been on the go ever since! We usually spend two weeks here in England and then two weeks away on a cruise, although there are itineraries that take us further afield for longer periods of time; it really varies.”
Which places have you visited so far? RAY & SANDRA: “In the short time we have been working as ROL Cruise Ambassadors, we have been to Monaco, for the Grand Prix; the Caribbean and Amazon; the Seychelles, Mauritius and a 76 night cruise of Africa – that was an absolutely amazing experience. We’ve also been on some UK and Ireland tours, calling into Cork and up to the Shetlands – seeing your own local shores can be just as relaxing as being further afield.”
Tell me about a typical day for an Ambassador. RAY: “No day is ever the same!” SANDRA: “I think that’s one of the reasons why we love it actually! Typically sea days are what we call ‘desk days’. We get up for breakfast and go to the ROL desk for around 9am. We set up and are then available for guests to come and talk to us throughout the morning until around midday. Guests come and sit and chat to us about anything and everything. Ray is a great listener!”
What do your guests like about the ROL Ambassadors? SANDRA: “A lot of guests say that they really like and appreciate the service. For some guests it is invaluable. People do worry about organisation, being at the right place at the right time, or about general travel logistics. We often hear that guests feel reassured that we are on hand.”
What’s been your most memorable destination so far? SANDRA: “For me it has to be Cape Town – amazing scenery, a fabulous place to visit.” RAY: “I like the hustle and bustle of New York. We went in the winter and even though the weather was cold and damp, we still made the most of our visit. We were able to get the boat tour to Staten Island and Ellis Island, and of course enjoyed the local hospitality at some local bars and eateries.”
Q:
So when you’re not doing your ROL Cruise Ambassador roles, where can we find you?
A:
RAY & SANDRA: “Outside of cruising for us it’s family time, we spend as much time as possible having fun together before we are off on our travels again.”
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8 NIGHTS DEPARTING 29 APRIL 2017
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TH
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Tue 25 Nice (from Villefranche), France Fri 21 Fly from the Private Air Terminal near London Wed 26 Provence (from Toulon), Stansted to Rome, Italy> France Upon arrival, transfer to Thu 27 Sète, France a 4H hotel‡ for your Fri 28 Relaxing at sea overnight stay Sat 29 Ibiza, Spain Sat 22 Rome, Italy
Sat 29 Embark Celebrity Eclipse® and depart Southampton Relaxing at sea
MAY 2017 Mon 1
Bergen, Norway
Tue 2
Flåm, Norway
Wed 3
Geiranger, Norway
Thu 4
Ålesund, Norway
Fri 5
Stavanger, Norway
Sat 6
Relaxing at sea
Sun 7
Arrive Southampton
Transfer to the port in Civitavecchia and embark Celebrity Constellation® for your nine night cruise
Sun 23 Florence/Pisa (from Livorno), Italy Mon 24 Portofino, Italy
Sun 30 Palma de Mallorca, Spain Mon 31 Barcelona, Spain Disembark and transfer to the airport for your privately chartered flight to the Private Air Terminal near London Stansted>
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Grade
ROL CRUISE FARE (PP)
Interior
12
Ocean View
8
£999 £1,599
FREE upgrade to a Balcony Stateroom (2C)^ Concierge Class
C3
AquaClass®
A2
SUITES SOLD OUT!
£1,999 £2,399
YOUR EXCLUSIVE ROL CRUISE FARES STATEROOM
ROL CRUISE FARE from (PP)
Interior £1,399 Ocean View £1,689 Book a Balcony Stateroom or above and receive FREE $100 on board spend* Balcony £1,999 Concierge Class £2,069 AquaClass® £2,169 Suite £3,669
++The Classic Drinks Package is applicable to Ocean View Staterooms and above and to the first and second guest in the stateroom only. Offer is not valid on Z Y X XC XA or W staterooms and is not combinable with any other offer. >Flights are based on Private charter flights from London Stansted and are subject to availability at the time of booking. *On board spend is valid on 21st July 2017 departure, for Balcony Staterooms and above only. Booking conditions of Celebrity Cruises ® (ATOL 3088) and Reader Offers Limited Agency terms of business apply. Please see back page for full terms and conditions.
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FREE UP TO $625 ON BOARD SPEND*
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MORE INCLUSIVE++ CRUISING
Incredible solo offers from ROL Cruise Dubai to Athens 17 NIGHTS DEPARTING 26
TH
Canary Islands to the Caribbean
APRIL 2018
APRIL 2018 Thu 26 Fly from London to Dubai, UAE (regional and premium flights may be available on request>) Upon arrival, transfer to the port and embark Azamara Journey® for your 17 night cruise Fri 27 - Muscat, Oman (overnight stay on board) Sat 28 Mon 30 Salalah, Oman MAY 2018 Sat 5 Safaga, Egypt Sun 6 Aqaba, Egypt Mon 7 - Transit Suez Canal Tue 8 Wed 9 Jerusalem (from Ashdod), Israel Thu 10 Haifa, Israel Fri 11 Limassol, Cyprus Sun 13 Athens (from Piraeus), Greece Disembark and transfer to the airport for your flight to London (regional and premium flights may be available on request>)
18 NIGHTS DEPARTING 7TH NOVEMBER 2018 NOVEMBER 2018 Wed 7
Fly from London to Barcelona, Spain (regional and premium flights may be available on request>) Upon arrival, transfer to the port and embark Azamara Journey® for your 17 night cruise
Fri 9
Málaga, Spain
Sun 11
Arrecife, Lanzarote
Mon 12 Santa Cruz, Tenerife Tue 13
Santa Cruz, La Palma
Tue 20
Gustavia, St. Barts
Wed 21 San Juan, Puerto Rico Sat 24
Miami, Florida Disembark and transfer to the airport for your overnight flight to London (regional and premium flights may be available on request>)
Sun 25
Arrive London
Dates not mentioned are spent relaxing at sea SIMILAR ITINERARY OPERATING IN REVERSE AVAILABLE – DEPARTING 13TH OCTOBER 2018 ON BOARD AZAMARA QUEST®. PLEASE CALL FOR DETAILS
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grade
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Club Interior
12
£3,599
Club Ocean View
8
£4,129
Club Balcony
V3
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Suites
SOLD OUT
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YOUR INCREDIBLE ROL CRUISE SOLO FARES STATEROOM
Club Interior Club Ocean View Club Balcony Club Continental Suite Club Ocean Suite
grade
ROL CRUISE FARE
12 8 V3 N2 CO
£3,559 £3,999 £4,699 £5,769 £8,299
JUST A DEPOSIT REQUIRED TO SECURE YOUR STATEROOM
EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE WHAT’S INCLUDED IN YOUR ROL CRUISE PACKAGE FREE up to $625 on board spend* More inclusive cruising on board Azamara Journey ® including: - FREE select spirits, beers and wines as well as select bottled water, soft drinks, speciality teas and coffee++ - On board gratuities included - Intimate yet relaxed dining where no formal attire is required Return flights and overseas transfers EXCLUSIVE CRUISE MILES Earn up to 8,299 when booking one of these solo voyages††
Azamara Journey®
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Bangkok, Thailand
YOUR 121 NIGHT WORLD CRUISE DEPARTS 5TH JANUARY 2018 JANUARY 2018 Fri 5 Embark Columbus and depart London Tilbury for your 121 night world cruise Sat 6 Amsterdam, Netherlands Wed 10 Lisbon, Portugal Fri 12 Funchal, Madeira Sat 20 Bridgetown, Barbados Sun 21 St. George’s, Grenada Wed 24 Cartagena, Colombia HMAIDEN PORTH Thu 25 Panama City (from Cristobal), Panama HMAIDEN PORTH Fri 26 Full day time transit of the Panama Canal FEBRUARY 2018 Mon 5 Nuku Hiva, French Polynesia Wed 7 Papeete, Tahiti, French Polynesia (overnight stay on board) Thu 8 Papeete, Tahiti, French Polynesia Fri 9 Moorea, French Polynesia Sat 10 Bora Bora, French Polynesia Thu 15 Cross International Date Line Sat 17 Auckland, New Zealand Sun 18 Rotorua (from Tauranga), New Zealand HMAIDEN PORTH Mon 19 Bay of Islands, New Zealand HMAIDEN PORTH Fri 23 - Sydney, Australia (overnight stay Sat 24 on board) Wed 28 Cairns (from Yorkey’s Knob), Australia HMAIDEN PORTH MARCH 2018 Sun 4 Darwin, Australia Wed 7 Komodo, Indonesia Sun 11 Manila, Philippines Thu 15 - Shanghai, China (two night stay Sat 17 on board) HMAIDEN PORTH
FREE
Tue 20 - Hong Kong, China (overnight Wed 21 stay on board) Fri 23 Chân Mây, Vietnam Sun 25 Ho Chi Minh City (from Phú Mỹ), Vietnam Tue 27 Ko Samui, Thailand HMAIDEN PORTH Wed 28 Bangkok (from Laem Chabang), Thailand Sat 31 Singapore APRIL 2018 Sun 1 Kuala Lumpur (from Port Klang), Malaysia Mon 2 Penang, Malaysia Fri 6 Colombo, Sri Lanka Sun 8 Cochin, India HMAIDEN PORTH Tue 10 Mumbai, India HMAIDEN PORTH Sat 14 Dubai, UAE HMAIDEN PORTH Sun 15 Muscat, Oman Sun 22 Luxor (from Safaga), Egypt Mon 23 Petra (from Aqaba), Jordan Wed 25 Transit the Suez Canal Fri 27 Athens (from Piraeus), Greece Sun 29 Valletta, Malta MAY 2018 Wed 2 Gibraltar Sun 6 Arrive London Tilbury Dates not mentioned are spent relaxing at sea
YOUR INCREDIBLE ROL cruise solo prices CABIN Grade
FULL PRICE ROL CRUISE (PP)± PRICE
Single Superior Inside 5 Single Standard Ocean View 6BS† Single Standard Ocean View 7S Single Standard Plus Ocean View 8S Single Superior Ocean View 10
£22,709 £25,379 £27,389 £28,719 £32,059
£11,359 £12,689 £13,699 £14,359 £16,029
EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE -
What’s included in your ROL Cruise package INCREDIBLE savings of 50% worth up to £16,000± FREE on board spend of up to £500* OR FREE Travel Insurance when you book a Single Standard Plus Ocean View or above FREE gratuities when you book a Single Standard Ocean View or above≃
121 nights of full board cruising on board Cruise & Maritime Voyages’ newest flagship, Columbus, including: -A delicious selection of traditional British and international full board cuisine including afternoon tea and late night snacks -W elcome and Farewell Captain’s cocktail parties - Daytime activities, informative guest lecture programme and a wide range of leisure facilities to enrich your time on board -B ig show entertainment, cabarets and classical Interludes -P orterage of your luggage at the port and all port taxes -T he currency on board is pounds sterling, so you won’t be affected by any foreign exchange rate fluctuations EXCLUSIVE CRUISE MILES Earn up to 16,029 when booking this fantastic voyage, worth £160 off your next booking with ROL Cruise††
Please see back page for full terms and conditions. Travel insurance is included up to the age of 64 years, subject to status and then a further supplement will apply. Booking conditions of South Quay Travel & Leisure t/a Cruise & Maritime (ATOL 4619) and Reader Offers Limited Agency terms of business apply.
To book this magnificent cruise call today
FREE on 0800 251 1509
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Are you making the most of your Cruise Miles?
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Using Cruise Miles is the smarter way to make your cruise holidays work harder for you. Not only can you enjoy your well-earned cruise knowing that you’ve secured the best value deal, but as you are already a member of our exclusive rewards programme you can treat yourself to a host of added extras.
The more you earn – the more you save Cruise Miles Tips • Already booked your perfect cruise? If later on you choose to upgrade your cabin or flight, the Cruise Miles you have earned will increase, giving you more future savings. So why not treat yourself to that balcony cabin you’ve been admiring? It's not too late. • Remember to ask your Cruise Consultant what your Cruise Miles are worth and you can save money every time you book. • Choose to arrive for your cruise refreshed and ready to go, by using your Cruise Miles towards the cost of a pre-cruise hotel stay with one of our preferred partners; it could cost you absolutely nothing. • For every pound you spend with ROL Cruise you will earn 1 Cruise Mile. Many of our customers have enjoyed a cruise for next to nothing by accumulating their Cruise Miles for a significant saving. Cruise Miles can only be earned and redeemed when booking with ROL Cruise. If you are a regular cruiser and are a member of your preferred cruise line’s own membership scheme, rest assured that you will also earn any credits you are entitled to, even when booking with us.
We value your loyalty
Cruise Miles - the exclusive rewards programme only from ROL Cruise
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£££’s off your next cruise booking
or
FREE HOTEL STAYS
or
free regional flights and upgrades
or
FREE CABIN UPGRADES
or
free uk chauffeur transfers
Don’t let your Cruise Miles go to waste!
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free CAR PARKING
To find out how many Cruise Miles you have and what these could mean to you, call us on 0800 251 1509
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: LEMON SAUCE PUDDING
Lemon Sauce PUDDING Prep time - 30 mins COOK Time - 50 mins
serves 6
ingredients
M ET H O D
• 60g (2oz) unsalted butter, softened
1. Start by heating the oven to 160°C (gas mark 2-3). Meanwhile grease a deep 1.25l soufflé or ovenproof dish.
• 185g (6oz) sugar • 3 eggs, yolks & whites separated • 2tsp finely grated lemon zest • 40g (1¼ oz) self-raising flour • 185ml (6fl oz) milk • 80ml (3fl oz) lemon juice • Icing sugar, to dust
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2. Beat the butter, sugar, egg yolks and lemon zest together until light and fluffy. Fold in small amounts of the flour and milk, until all used, to make a smooth batter before stirring in the lemon juice. 3. In a separate bowl whisk the egg whites until they form soft peaks as you pull the whisk out.
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Gently fold the whisked egg whites into the batter. 4. Pour the batter into the greased dish. Place the dish in a deep roasting tin and carefully pour enough boiling water into the tin to come a third of the way up the sides of the dish. Carefully place in the oven and bake for about 50 minutes, or until the top is golden, firm to the touch and risen. 5. Dust with icing sugar and serve with cream.
BOOKING BONUS
When you make a new booking from this edition of Blue Horizons before 24th MARCH 2017, you’ll receive a FREE WINE CONNOISSEURS SET
Here’s how it works… • B ook any cruise featured in this edition of Blue Horizons between 1st - 24th March 2017
• S end the completed form opposite, together with your
ROL Cruise booking reference, to our Freepost address by 28th March 2017
• Y our Wine Connoisseurs Set will be processed and
ROL Cruise booking bonus Free Wine Connoisseurs Set ROL Cruise booking ref no: ...................................................................................................... Title................... Initial................. Surname.......................................................................................... Address........................................................................................... ............................................................................................................. ............................................................................................................. ............................................................................................................. ................................................ Postcode........................................ Tel No................................................................................................ Send to (no stamp required) Freepost RSLH-GBZG-LBZC, Blue Horizons Booking Bonus - Wine Connoisseurs Set (April 2017 edition), Reader Offers Limited, Lexden House, Colchester, Essex CO3 4DB
delivered to your door
This offer is applicable to new bookings made from the April 2017 edition of Blue Horizons. Any forms received after 28th March 2017 will not be valid for this promotion. This offer is valid for UK mainland addresses only, is subject to availability and is limited to one per booking per household. This offer is only open to Blue Horizons readers and is not combinable with any other Reader Offers Limited promotion. You must complete the form above to receive your Wine Connoisseurs Set. All forms will be processed on or after 28th March 2017.
Experience the Difference with ROL Cruise...
We have over 21 years’ experience
We’re with you all the way
We’ve been arranging cruise holidays for over 21 years, meaning we have an unrivalled ability to find you the ship, cabin, and offer that’s right for you – every time.
We have a team of dedicated ambassadors who escort many of our cruises every year. During your cruise, they’ll be available to answer questions, offer advice, and you’ll always be met with a smile. With ROL Cruise, you’ll even experience the difference when you’re on your cruises.
Our staff have over 800 years’ combined travel expertise We are passionate about travel and cruising, and this comes through in everything we do. We keep up to date with new destinations and ensure our staff are fully trained. They have experienced cruising for themselves too, and many of the articles on our blog have been written by our team here.
Cruise Miles - We recognise and reward your loyalty Every time you book with ROL Cruise, you’ll earn Cruise Miles. These Cruise Miles can be used on a future booking, enabling you to save money every time. Our loyalty programme is completely exclusive to ROL Cruise customers.
We’re independently owned Our advice is unbiased, and we work with many companies, so the choice is yours. We’ll always find the right cruise for you – we want you to have the time of your life.
We are the winners of so many industry awards We’re the proud winners of over 30 industry awards, received in the last five years alone. Many of these were voted for by the public – what better accolade could we ask for!
Bespoke itineraries We pride ourselves in providing exclusive tailor-made cruises. Just tell us where you would like to go, or your preferred dates, and we will work with you to create the perfect itinerary. These bespoke cruises give you the opportunity to stay at some of the finest resorts the world can offer.
To book, please call FREE on 0800 251 1509 We are open Monday to Sunday 8:30am – 8:30pm
www.rolcruise.co.uk
These offers apply to new bookings only. Fares and prices are per person based on two adults sharing a stateroom, cabin, room or suite, except singles. Staterooms, cabins, rooms, suites, flights, transfers, trains, hotels and tours are subject to availability at the time of booking. Transfers may be on a shared basis. Reader Offers Limited prices and fares may be withdrawn at any time. Prices and fares are capacity controlled and subject to change. Please note that some ports may be at anchor. All featured cruise lines and tour partners reserve the right to amend itineraries for operational reasons. Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed. >Regional and premium class flights are available on request, are subject to availability at time of booking, are at an extra supplement and regional flights may involve an overnight stay at an extra cost. Flights that are out of date range will be confirmed closer to time of departure. >>Free flights are subject to availability, for the first and second full paying guests only, are based on flights from London in economy class and further terms and conditions apply. ‡Hotel stays are applicable where stated and are on a room only basis unless otherwise stated. Where named hotels are unavailable, suitable alternatives will be provided. Hotel classifications are Reader Offers Limited ratings and applicable at time of going to print. *On board spend is applicable where stated, is per stateroom, cabin, room or suite based on two adults sharing and amount may be tiered depending on grade/voyage booked. On board spend is for use on the cruise element only. ≃Free gratuities do not apply to service charges relating to private dining, spa treatments or alcoholic beverages which will incur a compulsory service fee. ^Upgrades are as stated and are subject to availability. †Featured grade may have a partially restricted views or sheltered balconies. #Car Parking is applicable where stated for one parking space per booking and is subject to availability and further terms and conditions may apply. ##Coach transfers are subject to availability and from central pick up locations. Further terms and conditions apply. ~Wi-Fi service cannot be guaranteed. **Chauffeur transfers are applicable where stated and mileage may be tiered depending on grade booked. Additional mileage may be purchased at an additional charge. <Cabins, staterooms, rooms or suites are sold on a guaranteed basis. Therefore, cabin numbers/grades and dining times cannot be confirmed at time of booking. ×Excursions, tours and visas are subject to availability, may be at an extra cost and may not be suitable for guests with mobility restrictions. Some included visas may only be applicable for UK and EU passport holders and are subject to Government legislation. ××A charge may apply for speciality restaurants and on board facilities. ±Maximum savings are based on two adults sharing the highest grade advertised, unless otherwise stated, is based on the Reader Offers Limited fares/prices compared to the was/full fares/prices and savings have been applied to the advertised fares/prices. ++Complimentary or all-inclusive drinks may exclude some premium, finest or vintage brands, champagnes, cocktails, liquors and mini-bar products, and further terms and conditions may apply. ††Cruise Miles earning values are based on two adults sharing the highest grade advertised. Cruise Miles can only be redeemed on future bookings with Reader Offers Limited and normal Cruise Miles terms and conditions apply. E&OE.