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Princess Cruise/Tours The Ultimate Alaska Vacation
Cruise or Land Tour? Princess Cruises offer the best of both!
Discovering Hawaii
Every Day Is Valentine’s Day On Windstar Cruises
Fitness has become a major part of the Cruise Experience
Cruise The Exotic Galapagos Islands And Experience Nature Like Never Before
Memories For Sail
The Ultimate Five Star River Cruise To Italy
3 & 4 Night California Wine Country Cruises
Princess Cruise/Tours The Ultimate Alaska Vacation
Alaska Cruise/Tour programs offer the most extensive variety of ways to see this magnificent state. The cruise tours are designed to give visitors more of what’s important to them in Alaska- Mt McKinley and Denali National Park for example. These destinations continue to attract those who do not want to be rushed through Alaska’s number one land attraction. These exciting journeys spend more time in the Denali area and offer wonderful lodging facilities purpose-built to highlight the wilderness. In addition there are domed train cars that transport you while providing a window to Alaska second to none.
For those who want to explore deeper into the undiscovered Alaskan Wilderness, only a cruise tour offers this unique vacation experience.
These tours, many of which are combined with the traditional 7-day cruise are the ultimate Alaska vacation. The season for these cruise tours is May to September. The average temperature in Alaska during these months is 60 degrees, with daylight hours making up 16 hours of a 24-hour day.
Cruise or Land Tour? Princess Cruises offers the best of both!
Europe, Alaska China and South America are destinations that vacationers often struggle with the cruise versus land tour question. For passengers on Princess Cruises the cruise/tour has answered the question with great reviews.
With visits to some of the most famous cities in the world with overnight stays in places such as Venice and Barcelona, passengers can enjoy the tradition and culture of these incredible cities by day, and the pampering services of Princess’ Personal Choice cruising in between. But, the ships can sail only so far, and many of the treasures are found well beyond the shoreline. With cruise/tour options, Princess passengers can visit wonderful cities and regions that can’t be reached by sea.
Guests can enjoy Cruise/Tours in Europe for example that provide vacationers with the delights of such places as Florence, Athens, and Monte Carlo, but they can also explore Madrid, Zermatt, or the Avignon region of France. They can choose to sail on the Danube or take a ride on the Eurostar train through the Channel Tunnel.
Princess launched its cruise/tour program in Alaska, and now offers these convenient land/sea vacation packages all over the world.
Discovering Hawaii
DOES YOUR FAMILY DREAM VACATION INCLUDE THE DESIRE TO TRAVEL TO AN EXOTIC FAR OFF LAND WITH BEAUTIFUL WHITE SANDY BEACHES, TROPICAL BREEZES, FASCINATING NATIVE CUSTOMS, EXOTIC FOOD AND AN ENDLESS CHOICE OF ACTIVITIES FOR EVERYONE? WELL IF THE ANSWER IS YES HAWAII IS YOUR DREAM VACATION. HAWAII IS EASY TO GET TO, AND VERY AFFORDABLE. THERE ARE CRUISES OR LAND PACKAGES TO HAWAII THAT PROMISE THE FUN FANTASY AND VACATION VALUE TO ANSWER YOUR DREAMS.
ISLAND HOPPING IS A VERY POPULAR WAY TO EXPERIENCE THE DIVERSITY OF ISLAND LIFE IN HAWAII. KAUAI IS THE SMALLEST AND OLDEST ISLAND IN HAWAII AND IT IS KNOWN FOR ITS SLOWER RELAXED PACE. THE BEACHES ARE REVERED AND WELL PROTECTED BY THE LOCALS. VACATIONING THERE YOU CAN SEE WHY WHEN YOU VIEW THE TECHNOCOLOR LIVING CORAL REEFS AND THE TROPICAL FISH SWIMMING IN AND OUT OF EVERY CREVICE ALONG THE REEF. THE NAPILI COASTLINE CAN ONLY BE SEEN FROM A HELICOPTER OR ZODIAC BOAT. THE LATTER REWARDS YOU WITH AN AFTERNOON OF CRUISING IN AND OUT OF OCEAN CAVES; THE LOCALS Call ONE CAVE THE BLUE ROOM. THIS CAVE HAS A LAVA TUBE GOING FROM THE SEA FLOOR UP TO THE TOP OF THE CAVE, WHEN SUNLIGHT STREAMS INTO THE CAVE IT ILLUMINATES THE CAVE IN A NEON BLUE GLOW.
BY LAND OR SEA HAWAII IS THE PERFECT DREAM VACATION.
Every Day Is Valentine’s Day On Windstar Cruises
On board Windstar, the course of true love is always smooth. The relaxed attitude, beautiful surroundings and unsurpassed pampering service help you to see that. And whether you are sailing through the dazzling blue lagoons of Tahiti or dancing under the stars in the Caribbean, it is impossible to not fall hopelessly in love all over again. All Windstar cruises offer romance Under Sail an unforgettable way to celebrate a wedding, a birthday or even another month together- in carefree Windstar luxury.
Couples can celebrate a new marriage with a romantic “Picnic for Two” on the beach. If the special occasion happens to be an anniversary, dancing under the stars with Bora Bora as a backdrop will surely rekindle the fire. Perhaps London, colorful Copenhagen or the glorious Amalfi Coast is just the right romantic getaway to say I Love You.
On the way, you can pamper yourself with a massage, celebrate with friends over a gourmet dinner, or kick back and let dinner come to you courtesy of 24-hour room service.
Of course there is no more romantic expression of love than renewing wedding vows. Windstar Cruises ship captain can preside over the ceremony at sea, with an exotic destination as the backdrop. From special pampering on board to exclusive shore excursions for two, count on Windstar to offer an experience that will be cherished heart and soul. With ships that have billowing sails, sleek lines, intimate size and service that makes you feel as if you are the only guests on board it is no wonder Windstar was voted “ The Most Romantic Cruise Line”.
FITNESS HAS BECOME A MAJOR PART OF THE CRUISE EXPERIENCE
FOR THOSE WHO WISH TO STAY ACTIVE DURING THEIR VOYAGE, THE CRUISE SHIPS ARE ANSWERING THE CALL. CRUISELINES ARE EXPANDING THEIR FITNESS OPTIONS, INCLUDING A MORE EXTENSIVE MENU OF EXERCISE CLASSES, MORE FITNESS INSTRUCTORS AND GYM SUPERVISION, SPECIALIZED FITNESS OPPORTUNITIES SUCH AS PERSONAL TRAINING AND CONSULTATION SESSIONS, AND HEALTH AND NUTRITION SEMINARS.
THE EXERCISE OPTIONS INCLUDE AEROBICS, BODY CONDITIONING AND POWER WALKING, BUT ALSO ADDS NEW SPECIALIZED CLASSES ON MANY LINES. THE SPECIALIZED CLASSES INCLUDE YOGA, PILATES, PULSE CYCLING AND ONE ON ONE TRAINING. ANOTHER CHANGE ON MANY OF THE SHIPS IS EXTENDED HOURS.
SPAS SUCH AS THE LOTUS SPA PROGRAM ON PRINCESS CRUISES IS A GREAT EXAMPLE OF THE OVERALL WELL BEING THEME MOST CRUISE SHIPS HAVE EMBRACED. THE SPA OFFERS ATMOSPHERE AND TREATMENTS BASED ON ANCIENT THERAPIES AND RITUALS FROM THE FAR EAST. LOTUS SPA HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE A SERIES OF UNIQUE SPA AND BEAUTY TREATMENTS INCLUDING CHAKRA STONE THERAPY, ASIAN LOTUS RITUAL MASSAGE, LIME AND GINGER SALT GLOW, AND WILD STRAWBERRY BACK CLEANSE. THE SPA HAS BEEN SO WELL RECEIVED THAT PRINCESS IS EXPANDING IT FLEETWIDE. CRUISING IS THE PERFECT VACATION FOR FUN, RELAXATION AND EXERCISE. CALL YOUR LOCAL CRUISE HOLIDAYS STORE FOR ALL THE INFORMATION ON EXERCISE AT SEA.
Cruise The Exotic Galapagos Islands And Experience Nature Like Never Before
Cruise/Tours that combine a week’s cruise in the exotic Galapagos Islands on the luxury sailing yacht Lili Marleen with stays in Quito, Lima and Machu Picchu are one of the most exciting vacation experiences available.
The all-inclusive 7 night cruises of the Galapagos aboard the Lili Marleen depart weekly from Quito, Ecuador. Peter Deilmann a premier River Cruise Line offers this nature cruises as part of 10-and14-night cruise/tours that also visit Ecuador and Peru. Departures from the U.S. are on Thursdays.
The cruise programs feature morning and afternoon nature walks on north Seymour, Bartolome, Santiago, Genovesa, Fernandina, Isabela, Santa Cruz, and Espanola islands.
Guided nature walks are offered from Pinnacle rock, James Bay, Darwin Bay, Punta Espinoza, Elizabeth Bay, Punta Moreno, Puerto Ayora, Gardiner Bay and other island points, with snorkeling available at six locations.
The Lili is the largest sailing yacht in the Galapagos, and she provides every amenity for passenger comfort. The ship’s lounge features plush furnishings, maritime paintings and fine hardwood finishes. Passengers can enjoy the view from a comfortable deck chair on the sun deck; relax with a drink at the outdoor Lili’s Bar or with a book from the ship’s library.
The Lili accommodates 48 passengers in 24 deluxe outside twin cabins. The cabins have burled wood finishes, pastel upholstery, wall-to-wall carpeting, radio, telephone and generous storage space. The tiled bathrooms are equipped with bathrobes and hairdryers.
The 10-night cruise/tour includes 7 night cruise, all meals on board, excursions and guides, three nights in Quito (two before and 1 after the cruise) at the deluxe Marriot and Hotel with breakfast.
Memories For Sail
Every day more and more people are discovering the all-inclusive pleasures of a cruise vacation. More families, couples, honeymooners and groups of friends are sailing away on the vacation of their lives. The hassles of an ordinary vacation are completely eliminated in one convenient package. You don’t have to worry about packing and unpacking or expensive surprises at restaurants and hotels. Your cruise price includes all of your food, on board activities, nightly entertainment and accommodations to some of the most exciting and exotic places in the world.
There is one aspect of a cruise vacation that distinguishes it from all other vacations. That is the voyage itself. A cruise transports you from port to port in a pampered luxurious floating resort. You do what you like, eat what you like, sleep as long as you like and then you are someplace new. It is an experience no land vacation can offer.
On this floating resort you will find all the things a fine resort has to offer and more. You can just lie back and be completely pampered. Or go non-stop. It is no wonder that more people are taking cruise vacations than ever before. As a matter of fact cruises have a higher percentage of satisfied customers than any other vacation experience.
There are cruise vacations to suit everyone. The choices are incredible. There are ships with rock climbing walls, ships with Las Vegas style revues, and ships with fitness centers, spas and special health conscious menus. There are river cruises, barge cruising, 100 passenger cruises and 3400 passenger cruises. There are cruises with special children programs and ships for adults only. There is a vacation for every taste.
The cruise experts at Holiday Cruises and Tours will make your vacation planning easy. They know Cruises. Whether it is Alaska, Hawaii Europe, The Caribbean, South America, Mexican Riviera or Australia, Holiday Cruises and Tours can reserve the perfect cabin on the best ship at the best price.
The Ultimate Five Star River Cruise To Italy
Peter Deilmann Cruises offers several options for selling its river cruises and shore excursions in Italy- one is cruise/tours. Deilmann has three different cruise-tours to Italy for 2003 that combine a 7 night Casanova cruise together with London, the Orient Express, Rome, Florence or Lake Como.
The 12-day deluxe “Best of Northern Italy” cruise-tour begins with three nights on Lake Como at the luxurious Villa d’Este in Cernobbio or similar deluxe hotel. The tour continues to Venice for the seven-night cruise on the Casanova and includes shore excursions to Bologna, Ferrara, and Verona from nearby river ports and the islands of Burano, Murano, Torcello and luncheon at the Cipriani. The final night of the cruise is in Venice aboard the ship.
There are eight departures on this 10-night program. Deilmann also offers pre- and post-cruise packages to Rome, Florence and Pisa and arranges air transportation and transfers between airports and ships.
3 & 4 NIGHT CALIFORNIA WINE COUNTRY CRUISES
FROM THE EARLY DAYS OF THE CALIFORNIA GOLD RUSH, PRIVILEGED TRAVELERS TOOK TO THE RIVERS THAT RADIATE INTO CENTRAL CALIFORNIA FROM SAN FRANSISCO BAY. AS THE ERA OF THE AUTOMOBILE AND FREEWAYS ROSE, TRAVEL ON THE NAPA, SAN JOAQUIN AND SACRAMENTO RIVERS ALL BUT FADED INTO MEMORY. BUT NOW IT’S BACK!
TRAVEL ON THE NORTHERN CALIFORNIA’S RIVERWAYS REMAINS A PEACEFUL AND ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY DELIGHT. CRUISE WEST OFFERS UP-CLOSE AND CASUAL STYLE. THE SMALL SHIP EXPERIENCE IS PERFECT FOR CRUISING RIGHT FROM SAN FRANSISCO’S VIBRANT SEAFRONT UP THE NAPA RIVER FOR AN EXPORATION OF THE WINE COUNTRY’S FINEST ESTATES. WINE EXPERTS FROM THESE ESTATES ARE INVITED ON BOARD TO SHARE THEIR TALES, INSIGHTS AND FINEST WINES.
DAILY-SHARED ADVENTURES ABOARD THE SPIRIT OF ENDEAVOUR MAKES FOR A UNIQUE INTIMATE EXPERIENCE. EVERYONE SHARES A SINGLE SEATING AT DINNER. THE ATMOSPHERE IS INFORMAL AND FLEXIBLE ON THE 102 GUEST SPIRIT OF ENDEAVOUR.
