Latest deals from MSC Cruises

Last-minute deals from MSC Cruises for December –  do something different this festive season.

Mediterranean: For a pre-Christmas boost try an 11-night eastern Med sailing aboard MSC Sinfonia. Departing December 8 2014 from Genoa, the ship visits Civitavecchia, Heraklion, Istanbul, Valletta, Messina, and Genoa. Prices start at £599 per person, including return flights from London with British Airways and transfers.

Caribbean: Guests can indulge themselves on a two-week trip around the Caribbean aboard MSC Divina – and grab a free upgrade to a balcony cabin. Operating out of Miami the 14-night Caribbean itinerary, departing December 13 2014, calls at Falmouth, George Town, Cozumel, Great Stirrup Cay, Philipsburg, and San Juan. With free upgrade a balcony cabin starts at £1,339 per person including return flights to Miami with British Airways from London, transfers, plus Fantastica onboard experience (free room service and option of breakfast in cabin).

Dubai: MSC Orchestra (above) heads to Dubai for the first time this winter for seven-night cruises of the UAE. Departing December 20 2014, the sailing calls at Abu Dhabi, Khor Al Fakkan, Muscat, Khasab, and Dubai. Prices start at £1,149 per person, including return flights from London, Manchester or Glasgow with Emirates and transfers.

All prices are per person and, unless stated, are based on two sharing. Remember that kids cruise free with MSC Cruises (paying only flights and port taxes).

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Cruise to the Holy Land this autumn on Celebrity Constellation

Embark on a cruise into history with a tour of Istanbul, Israel, Malta and Italy this October with Celebrity Cruises. Join Celebrity Constellation on a 12 night Holy Land cruise from £999 per person (based on two people sharing a balcony stateroom).

Price includes return flights from London Heathrow, transfers, one night pre-cruise hotel accommodation and a 11-night cruise departing from Istanbul and calling at Kusadasi (Turkey), Haifa, Ashdod, Valletta, and Naples before arriving in Rome for the return flight home; meals and entertainment onboard the ship and all relevant cruise taxes/fees.

Price based on 25 October departure.

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CroisiEurope take Belle de l'Adriatique set to Athens and Istanbul

Cruising further east: CroisiEurope's MS Belle de l'Adriatique

CroisiEurope is introducing a new Athens-Istanbul itinerary for winter 2014/15 onboard the 200-guest MS Belle de l’Adriatique, which spends the summer based in Dubrovnik. Between November and March the vessel - a cross between an ocean-going cruise ship and a river boat -  will offer an eight-day cruise on the Aegean and Marmara Seas, exploring the incredibly rich culture and heritage of this region. 

Starting in Athens, the cruise will take in Patmos, Kusadasi and Pergamon before finishing in Istanbul. Highlights will include the Acropolis, Cape Sounion and the Bosphorus and Dardanelles Straits. There will be a choice of excursions available such as the Monastery of Saint John the Theologian in Patmos, the ancient Greek ruins of Ephesus and Pergamon, and the Basilica Cistern, Galata Tower, Grand Bazaar and Spice Market in Istanbul. On board, a guest lecturer will enhance the guest experience by giving talks about the destinations visited and placing them within historical context.

Prices for this eight-day cruise start from £926 per person for accommodation in an outside cabin with all onboard meals, complimentary beer and wine at lunch and dinner as well as open bar throughout the voyage (not including Champagne, special wines or fine brandies), onboard entertainment and port taxes.

Book a November, December or January cruise before 30 October to receive a discount of £170 per person.

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Head east for late Mediterranean sun, advises Bolsover Cruise Club

It’s not too late to sail away on a Mediterranean cruise, says Bolsover Cruise Club. who have confirmed that there is good availability this autumn for tours of the warmer Eastern Mediterranean.

Here are three deals for October still available to book through Bolsover Cruise Club:

Celebrity Reflection

Departs: 6 October 2014 for 11 nights. Flights: Return from Manchester to Rome.

Route: Rome, Santorini, Istanbul, Ephesus, Athens, Mykonos and Naples.

Prices: Inside £999; Ocean view £1,299; Balcony £1,879.

Celebrity Silhouette (Above )

Departs: 18 October 2014 for 14 nights. Flights: Return from Birmingham to Rome.

Route: Rome, Valletta, Argostoli, Jerusalem (Ashdod, overnight in port), Haifa, Ephesus, Athens, Catania  and Naples.

Prices: Inside £1,125; Ocean view £1,425; Balcony £1,535.

Cunard, Queen Elizabeth

Departs: 31 October 2014 for 7 nights. Flights: Return from London to Venice.

Route: Venice, Korcula, Heraklion, Rhodes, Ephesus and Athens.

Prices: Inside £799; Outside £849; Balcony £999.

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Istanbul and Skagway - two of CLIA captain's favourite ports

Day two of CLIA's  Cruise Captains and their favourite ports. 

Istanbul, Turkey – Captain John Westgarth-Pratt, Thomson Cruises

“My current favourite has to be a sunrise arrival in Istanbul, Turkey.  As this huge city split between two continents awakes, the morning layers of mist lift from the surface of the Bosphorous.  The sunrise over the Asiatic side also illuminates the minarets and grand domes of the Haghia Sophia and the Blue Mosque.

“The ship’s course then alters slightly to place the towering Bosphorous suspension bridge straight ahead, leaving the Maiden’s Tower close to starboard – then the ship swings 180° to port through the strong strait currents and morning ferry traffic. A slow approach is then made to enter the Golden Horn estuary and berth starboard side alongside the Salipazari terminal in the very heart of the city. There really is no better way to enjoy and appreciate the dramatic skyline and architecture of Istanbul than arriving by sea at dawn.”

 Skagway, Alaska – Captain Daniel Green, Regent Seven Seas Cruises

“What I really enjoy is nature and one time, so my favourite port has got to be Skagway, Alaska.  The last time I visited, we were accompanied by some killer whales on the approach. I slowed the ship and we cruised alongside each other for a long time.  The sight was breath-taking and forms some of my best memories at sea". 

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Term-time cruises for parents, with voyages from £1,099 per person

With the school term well underway Cruise 1st has packaged up some of its best deals from Celebrity Cruises for this year and 2015 especially for the grown-ups. Whether it’s a Caribbean voyage, an eastern Mediterranean adventure or a New York and Bermuda trip, there are bargains to be had outside the school term.

Under £1,100

15 nights stay and cruise with Celebrity Cruises’ Celebrity Eclipse: New York and Bermuda special – £1,099 per person

Departing 9 November 2014 from Southampton, guests can enjoy six nights onboard Celebrity Cruises’ Celebrity Eclipse (Above) and indulge in treatments at the Canyon Ranch SpaClub or relax at the ice-topped Martini Bar and Crush. On arrival in the States, guests will then spend two nights exploring the bright lights of New York City followed by another night at sea before arriving at Kings Wharf in Bermuda. 

Price is based on two sharing a deluxe ocean view stateroom with veranda. The cruise is on a full board basis and also includes flights from Miami to London Heathrow. Manchester and Birmingham airports are available at a supplement of £60 per person and includes a free coach transfer to Southampton.

Under £1,200

10 nights stay and cruise with Celebrity Cruises’ Celebrity Equinox: Eastern Mediterranean with Athens stay and tour – £1,199 per person

Departing 10 June 2015, guests will spend three nights in Athens and enjoy a city tour before stepping onboard Celebrity Cruises’ Celebrity Equinox for a seven night tour of the Mediterranean. Highlights include the quintessential Greek island of Santorini and Istanbul the cosmopolitan capital of Turkey. Additional highlights include the Greek islands of Mykonos and Rhodes, as well as Kusadasi in Turkey.

Price is based on two sharing an interior room on a full board basis. Price also includes return flights to Athens from London Heathrow.

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Door-to-Door With Fred Olsen

Here's something to add to the New Year 'Inbox' of great cruise incentives as part of the big 'Wave' season of sales - Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is offering guests on longer-duration 2014/15 cruises a complimentary ‘door-to-door’ transport service.

 

The initiative, which is available on bookings made up to February 28, will be applicable on a selection of 21 longer cruises with Fred. Olsen in 2014/15, for guests who live within 250 miles of the departure port.

Cruise itineraries included in the new ‘Free Door-to-Door Transport’ offer are:

• Braemar’s 22-night ‘Venice & the Beauty of the Adriatic’ cruise, from Southampton on  September 13. Guests on this cruise will stop first in Gibraltar, before moving onto Valletta, Bari, Split, Venice, Ravenna, Dubrovnik, Trapani, Cartagena and Lisbon, before returning to Southampton. Prices start from £1,799 per person.
• Boudicca’s 28-night ‘Empires of the Mediterranean & the Black Sea’ cruise, from Liverpool on  October 11. Leaving Liverpool behind, guests will arrive in Tangier, before cruising onto Valletta, Varna, Odessa, Sevastopol, Istanbul, Izmir, Piraeus, Thira, Catania, Almeria and finally Gibraltar. Prices start from £2,285 per person.

Fred. Olsen’s new ‘Free Door-to-Door Transport’ enhancement is also available on a number of exotic fly-cruises. 

More info:  call 0800 0355 242 or visit www.fredolsencruises.com.

 

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Voyages to Antiquity's Big Med Savers

At World of Cruising we like to have a good geographical spread of voyages. And, after the recent run of Arctic/Antarctic/Norway features, we thought you might need warming up a bit, so here are a couple of nice cruises in the sunny Mediterranean for you, courtesy of Voyages to Antiquity.

Take your pick from either one - and benefit from a generous £600 per cabin saving if you book this month:

Monumental Sicily, Herculaneum & Pompeii, Classical Greece and more: This 17-day cruise tour takes passengers from Istanbul to Rome, and from historical era to historical era. Shore excursions are included in 10 of the 11 ports visited, plus there is a choice of included sightseeing in five of them - Izmir, Athens, Nauplia, Taormina and Sorrento. It sails May 8, with prices from £2,595

Jerusalem and the Treasures of the Aegean: This new itinerary provides ample time to explore the iconic city of Jerusalem before setting sail for the Crusader strongholds in the Southern Mediterranean and some of the finest Roman and Hellenistic remains in Europe. It lasts 17 days and covers 11 ports, including three nights in Jerusalem, sailing on April 2 and with prices from £2,345pp.

For both these cruises, book by December 31 for cabin savings up to £600 and a single supplement of just 15 per cent.

More info: 0845 4379737 or visit http://www.voyagestoantiquity.com.

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Saga's 2015 Gallipoli Anniversary Commemoration

On April 25, 1915, the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps landed in Anzac Cove. For eight months it was the base for army troops during the Battle of Gallipoli, where thousands of lives were lost on both sides. On April 25, 2015, Saga Cruises' Saga Sapphire will be anchored off the cove and a commemorative service on board will mark the 100th anniversary of the Gallipoli Campaign.

There will also be visits to the Gallipoli battlefield and the Greek island of Lemnos, near the entrance of the Dardenelles, which acted as the muster point for the landings. The World War One theme continues with musical acts ‘to entertain the troops’, from tea dances to singers evoking the wartime era, plus fundraising activities for the Royal British Legion.

Passengers will also be invited to join the ship’s War Literature Club – a chance to read and discuss poetry, novels and letters from World War One, accompanied by an expert on this literary genre. The all-inclusive cruise also offers passengers the chance to discover the architectural wonders of Greece and its islands. There will be an overnight stay in Piraeus, with ample time to visit Athens and explore its ancient treasures.

Iraklion, Crete's largest city, offers a maze of historical delights, including the 16th century Venetian Koules Fortress and Fountain of the Lions built in 1628.

Saga Sapphire departs Southampton on April 5, 2015, for 31-nights visiting El Ferrol, Cartagena and Palma, Spain; Tunis, Tunisia; Piraeus, Syros, Thessaloniki and Lemnos, Greece; Canakkale, Istanbul, Anzac Cove, Turkey; Iraklion, Crete; Valletta and Gibraltar.

Prices are  from £3,499pp, including VIP door-to-door chauffeur service, all meals, drinks (house-branded spirits), entertainment, 24-hour room service, travel insurance and cancellation cover.

More Info: call 0800 056 8986 or visit saga.co.uk/cruises.

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New Offerings For Oceania's Culinary Classes

Oceania Cruises has unveiled its new 2014 curriculum for the Bon Appétit Culinary Center on board its mid-sized luxury cruise ships Marina and Riviera. More than 20 different classes are offered, ranging from regional cuisines to the secrets of home-made pasta, with each session expanding guests’ knowledge and appreciation of local flavours.

Take your pick from these five voyages that all feature the new Culinary Center offerings:

French Classics: At the centre of the gastronomic sphere, French cooking methods and techniques are the benchmark for culinary standards worldwide. In this class, gourmands master several fundamental French techniques and prepare elegant dishes that can be recreated at home.

On Riviera, May 5, Historic Holy Lands; 10 Days, Istanbul to Athens

Italian Family Table: This class celebrates the cuisines and speciality dishes of the many regions visited by Oceania Cruises. Students learn techniques and recipes that have been passed down for generations and shared around family tables in the fabulous Italian destinations visited, which include Portofino, Amalfi, Tuscany and Sicily.
 

On Riviera, June 1, Venetian Revelations; 10 Days, Barcelona to Venice

Viva España: Guests are transported to the tapas bars of Spain, learning how to host a tapas party, complete with sangria and delicious, authentic Spanish dishes. Exciting arrays of tapas are prepared with recipes by Oceania Cruises’ chefs discovered on journeys to San Sebastián, Barcelona and Andalucía.

On Riviera, September 1, Flavours of Europe; 7 Days, Rome to Barcelona

Modern Nordic: The fresh, inventive dishes of restaurants including Copenhagen’s Noma and Geranium have changed the way the world views Nordic cuisine. Inspired by Oceania’s Baltic travels, the line’s chefs have developed a class devoted to favourite recipes of the region.

On Marina, June 7, North Sea Coasts; 7 Days, London to Copenhagen

Magical Morocco: With a special emphasis on tagine recipes, this class teaches guests the basics of Moroccan cooking, one of the most popular cuisines today. Highlights are the spices and ingredients of the Moroccan pantry and how to utilise them for flavourful dishes.

On Marina, September 24, Tapestry of Cultures; 10 Days, Lisbon to Rome

More info: www.oceaniacruises.com or call on 0845 505 1920.

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Early Debut For Regal Princess

Princess Cruises has announced that the new Regal Princess will make her debut next year earlier than originally announced, with two additional Mediterranean sailings added to her maiden schedule in May. 

The ship’s first voyage, which was previously scheduled for June 2, will now be May 20, with the choice of two additional week-long Mediterranean cruises travelling between Venice and Athens. The new voyages are:

• May 20, (new maiden voyage) – Seven-day cruise from Venice to Athens including stops in Corfu, Mykonos and an overnight call in Istanbul.
• May 27, six-day cruise from Athens to Venice including calls to Kusadasi (for Ephesus), Santorini, Katakolon (for Olympia) and Dubrovnik.

Both voyages can be combined into a 13-day Grand Adventure or added on to the previously announced June 2 cruise for a full 20-day Mediterranean escape.

To ensure passengers previously booked on Regal Princess’ maiden voyage continue to have the option to sail on the ship’s first cruise, each of these passengers will automatically receive a duplicate booking on the new May 20 maiden voyage. They have until November 15 to decide if they want to take the new cruise instead of, or in addition to, their existing reservation.

Regal Princess will join sister ship Royal Princess in Europe next summer, as Princess Cruises’ two newest and largest ships sailing in the fleet. Regal will sail her inaugural season in the Mediterranean on a series of 12-night Grand Mediterranean cruises between Venice and Barcelona while Royal will sail her first season to Scandinavia & Russia featuring an overnight in St Petersburg.  

Like her sister, Regal Princess will offer its 3,560 passengers a variety of enticing features, including a soaring atrium, the social hub of the ship; a dramatic over-water SeaWalk, a top-deck glass-bottomed walkway extending more than 28ft beyond the edge of the vessel; plush private poolside cabanas; the Princess Live! television studio; a dedicated pastry shop; a special Chef’s Table Lumiere, a private dining experience that surrounds diners in a curtain of light; and balconies on all outside staterooms.

More Info: visit www.princess.com.

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Explore The Ancient Med With Fred!

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ guests can escape the chill of the autumn and head for sunnier climates and warmer waters on Black Watch’s 28-night ‘Ancient Monuments of the Mediterranean’ voyage, departing from Dover on October 19. A history-lover and sightseer’s dream, this cruise uncovers ancient lands and some of the best-known architectural wonders in the world.

The first port of call is Lisbon, Portugal’s bustling capital. Here, guests can expand their knowledge of the Alcobaca Cistercian Monastery, or discover the history of Alcobaca and its connection to medieval Portugal at this World Heritage Site, before exploring the charming little town.

Black Watch then visits La Goulette (for Tunis) in Tunisia; the medina is its historic heart, with a network of alleys, souks and the Eighth Century Al-Zaytuna Mosque, a direct contrast to the palm trees and café terraces of the new town. Close-by are the ruins of Carthage and Sidi Bou Said, quite possibly Tunisia’s most beautiful village.

Next stop is Izmir, in Turkey, before reaching iconic Istanbul. Ornately-decorated buildings rub shoulders with art galleries, museums, restaurants and boutiques. Guests can visit the Topkapi Palace, or take a tour of the Byzantine heritage of the city, taking in some of the impressive monuments and mosques; a highlight is the Basilica Cistern, a huge underground reservoir built in 532 AD.

After calling at Canakkale, where guests can join a tour to the fabled city of Troy, Black Watch makes its first call in Greece at Volos, which boasts many exquisite finds from the early 20th Century and modern archaeological excavations at the Volos Archaeological Museum and Makrinitsa. The voyage then heads to Greece’s main commercial port of Piraeus, which has practically melded with Athens. The awe-inspiring Parthenon, sitting atop the Acropolis, Cape Sounion, Corinth and Delphi – with its impressive Temple of Apollo – make this one of the most historically-significant destinations on this cruise.

Next up are Kalamata and Itea, before reaching Corfu. Here, guests can relax on a tour to the Achilleion and Corfu Old Town, where the beautiful Greek countryside teems with orange, lemon, cypress and olive groves.

Black Watch then continues to Valletta, the cosmopolitan capital of Malta, known for its fortifications, architectural appeal and Grand Harbour. Guests can also gain a better understanding of the vital role Malta played in the two World Wars by visiting the Malta at War and National War Museums.

The final destination is Gibraltar, with a tour to the must-see World War II tunnels, which were excavated between 1939 and 1944, as an extension to the Great Siege Tunnels of 1779 to 1783. In total, these stretch for more than 30 miles. Black Watch then sets sail on her return voyage to Dover.

Guests on this cruise can take advantage of Fred. Olsen’s great-value ‘all-inclusive’ drinks upgrade package at just £10 per person, per night, and enjoy their holiday in style without any budget worries. Prices for this cultural cruise start from £1,372 per person (subject to availability), based on two adults sharing an inside, twin-bedded cabin, and include all accommodation, all meals and entertainment on board, and port taxes.

For further information on Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, visit www.fredolsencruises.com or call 0800 0355 150 (Mon-Fri, 8am-8pm; Sat, 9am-5pm; Sun, 10am-4pm).

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Extend Your Summer With Saga

Enjoying the late-summer sunshine? Well, grab a late deal with Saga Cruise and you can sail through autumn and winter in warmer climes. Cruises are departing from October to November with some fabulous prices – including many twin cabins for single travellers at no extra cost.

Take your pick from:
 

Legends of Antiquity
Discover the ancient ports of Istanbul, Rhodes, Kos, Crete and Monemvasia aboard Quest for Adventure, departing on October 10. Guests will also be able to immerse themselves in some of the Med’s other intriguing sights, such as of Delphi, Heraklion and Olympia, with guest speaker archaeologist Ann Birchall. Fly from Gatwick to Istanbul, returning from Malta on this 14-night cruise, with prices from £2,099 per person.

Africa and the Solar Eclipse 
Sail on this epic voyage to witness the total eclipse of the sun from a prime viewing point on the chic Saga Sapphire as she sails off the coast of West Africa, plus save £400 on this 28-night cruise departing from Southampton on October 18. Prices are from £3,299pp.

Classic Mediterranean cities 
Visit some the most beautiful cities in Europe on a Saga Ruby classic cruise. Rome, Florence (above), Barcelona and Lisbon are included in an itinerary that offers a chance to soak up Europe’s rich history. Guests can also save up to 27 per cent off the full fare on this 15-night cruise departing from Southampton on October 10. Prices are from £2,149pp.

Portugal, Madeira and the Azores 
Sandy beaches and lush scenery will be yours on Saga Ruby’s all-inclusive cruise to Lisbon, Gibraltar, flower-filled Funchal and the stunning Azores. Guests may even see dolphins along the way. Save up to £300 on this 15-night cruise departing on November 8, with prices now from £2,104.

All prices include a VIP door-to-door chauffeur service, cabin guarantees, all gratuities, 24-hour room service and travel insurance. 

For more info, visit http://travel.saga.co.uk/holidays/ocean-cruises.aspx, or consult the UK's leading cruise-agent specialists, The Cruise Line, on this link.

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New Offers From Oceania

                              

We love it when some really tempting new 'latest offers' roll into our Inbox - and here is a great example, courtesy of Oceania Cruises.

Take your pick from this selection of three specially-priced stylish voyages:

August 6: 10-night Mediterranean cruise, now £1319pp
Take the family on an educational voyage during the school holidays, spending three full days (2 nights) in Haifa, and an itinerary that starts in Athens and also visits Crete, Limassol, Rhodes, Kusadasi (for the great site of Ephesus), arriving into Istanbul, for a final day in the city. Oceania's ‘Sacred Sanctuaries’ cruise on board luxury 1,250-guest Riviera now costs from £1,319 (was £3,040), saving £1721pp, plus a $300 per stateroom on board credit.

August 22: 21-night `Ultimate Panama Canal’, now £3,039pp

Oceania's magnificent sailing from San Francisco to New York visits Mexico, Guatemala, Costa Rica, the Panama Canal and the Caribbean before reaching the Big Apple, and now has a £1,724pp saving off the lead-in fare of £3,039pp, plus $300 on board credit per stateroom and free internet throughout the sailing. The cruise is on board the 650-guest mid-sized luxury ship Regatta.

October 6: Autumn Colours, now £2,039pp
Oceania is offering $300 per stateroom onboard credit and a whopping saving of £2,173pp off its 12-night `Colours, Coasts and Coves’ sailing from New York to Montreal on board Regatta, taking in all the magnificent autumn foliage of Canada and New England as well as a series of enchanting ports of call.

All prices includes return flights, all meals, no supplement for speciality dining restaurants and complimentary bottled water and soft drinks.

For bookings, follow this link to The Cruise Line, the UK's luxury cruising specialists.

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Seadream's Spectacular Summer Specials

True luxury all-inclusive line SeaDream Yacht Club has announced the introduction of exceptional new fares applying to a selection of five Mediterranean voyages in July and August – an ideal opportunity for those wishing to try the SeaDream experience for the first time.

The five, 7-night voyages offering these stunning fares - representing up to 65% savings on the standard published fares - are as follows:

• 27 July: sailing aboard SeaDream II from Venice-Dubrovnik, from only £2,750 per person
• 3 August: sailing aboard SeaDream I from Athens round-trip, from only £2,419 per person
• 3 August: sailing aboard SeaDream II from Dubrovnik-Rome, from only £2,750 per person
• 10 August: sailing aboard SeaDream I from Athens-Istanbul, from only £2,750 per person
• 10 August: sailing aboard SeaDream II from Rome round-trip, from only £2,750 per person

All the voyage-only fares quoted above are based on 2 people sharing a Yacht Club Deck 2 sea-view stateroom, and include: accommodation, all meals on board, complimentary champagne and open bar, wines with lunch and dinner, together with gratuities, use of recreational and water sports toys (subject to local conditions) and Government, port and handling fees. Must be booked this week.

 
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Great Summer Offers From Oceania

Oceania Cruises are featuring some superb new cruise bargains this summer, including the Panama Canal as well as the Baltic and the Mediterranean.

Choose from:

Aug & Sept: Baltic cruises with free gratuities, from £1,332pp
Receive free gratuities and a $200 onboard credit per stateroom when booking the 10-night `Baltic Odyssey’ cruise from Stockholm to Copenhagen on August 24. On mid-sized luxury  ship Marina, prices offer a massive saving of £1,753pp. The $200 credit is also offered on the September 3 sailing in reverse from Copenhagen to Stockholm, with prices from £1,319pp.

July 13: 12-night cruise, Venice to Istanbul, £1,819pp

This ‘Paths of the Byzantines’ sailing from Venice to Istanbul on board 1,250-guest Riviera calls into Slovenia, Croatia, the Greek Islands and mainland Turkey. The price was was £4,004 and also includes a $200 onboard credit per stateroom.

August 6: 10-night Mediterranean cruise, now £1,319pp
Take the family on an educational cruise during the school summer holidays, spending three full days (2 nights) in Haifa, and an itinerary that starts in Athens and also visits Crete, Limassol, Rhodes, Kusadasi (Ephesus) and Istanbul, for a final day in the city. The ‘Sacred Sanctuaries’ voyage on Riviera was £3,040 and represents a saving of £1721pp, as well as including a $300 per stateroom onboard credit.

August 22: 21-night Ultimate Panama Canal, £3,039pp
Oceania's magnificent 21-night sailing from San Francisco to New York visiting Mexico, Guatemala, Costa Rica, through the Panama Canal, the Caribbean and on to New York now has a £1,724pp saving off the lead-in fare of £3,039pp, plus $300 onboard credit per stateroom and free internet throughout the sailing.

For bookings, follow this link to The Cruise Line, the UK's luxury cruising specialists. 

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Great Offers From Oceania

It's bargain time at the World of Cruising Inbox today, with the latest array of special offers dropping in from Oceania Cruises. And very tempting they are, too...!

 

Aug & Sept: Baltic cruises with free gratuities, from £1,332pp

Free gratuities AND a $200 onboard credit per stateroom is on offer with this 10-night 'Baltic Odyssey’ cruise from Stockholm to Copenhagen on August 24 on board mid-sized luxury ship Marina. Prices now from £1,329pp (was £3,082pp, saving £1,753pp). The $200 onboard credit is also offered on the September 3 sailing in reverse from Copenhagen to Stockholm with prices from £1,319pp (saving £1,694pp).

Venice to Istanbul, now from £1,819pp, + $200 on board credit
Oceania has a saving of £2,185 off its 12-night ‘Paths of the Byzantines’ sailing from Venice on 1,250-guest Riviera. Departing on July 13, it calls into Slovenia, Croatia, the Greek Islands and mainland and Turkey. The price of £1,819 (was £4,004) includes a $200 on board credit per stateroom.

10-night Mediterranean cruise, £1,319pp, + $300 on board credit
Take the family on an educational cruise during the school summer holidays, spending three full days (2 nights) in Haifa, and an itinerary that starts in Athens and also visits Crete, Limassol, Rhodes, Kusadasi (Ephasus), arriving into Istanbul, for a final day in the city. This ‘Sacred Sanctuaries’ voyage on Riviera now costs £1,319pp (was £3,040) and includes a $300 per stateroom onboard credit. 

 

All prices include return flights, all meals, no supplement for speciality dining, complimentary bottled water and soft drinks.

 

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Sample A SeaDream In The Med (And Save)

SeaDream Yacht Club - rated by the authoritative Berlitz Guide to Cruising as the ‘Best Boutique Cruise Line in the World’ (for 11 successive years) - has announced the introduction of exceptional fares for two Mediterranean voyages next month, providing an ideal opportunity for those wishing to try the SeaDream experience for the first time.

The two 7-night voyages offering these stunning fares - representing significant savings on the standard published fares - are:

June 22, sailing aboard SeaDream II from Monte Carlo to Rome, calling at Pampelonne Beach, St Tropez; Calvi and Bonifacio, Corsica; Amalfi, Sorento and Capri, Italy.
 

June 29, sailing aboard SeaDream I from Istanbul to Athens, calling at Kepez and Kusadasi, Turkey; Patmos, Parikia, Santorini and Hydra, Greece.

The "Book Today" inclusive voyage-only fares applying to both of the sailings is now at a special rate from only £2,199 per person, which represents almost a 65% saving on published brochure fares (based on 2 people sharing) and includes: accommodation in a luxury Yacht Club Deck 2 sea-view stateroom, all meals on board, complimentary champagne and open bar, wines with lunch and dinner, gratuities, use of recreational and water sports toys (subject to local conditions) and Government, port and handling fees.

For bookings, follow this link to The Cruise Line, the UK's luxury cruising specialists.

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