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Archive for June, 2009
Sail this five-night cruise to the Western Caribbean for some fun in the sun this summer or fall. Cruise fares aboard Royal Caribbean’s Enchantment of the Seas range from between $299 and $439 per person, depending on the dates you sail. The peak-travel summer season carries the heftier price tags, while the fall dates sport lower rates. Sailing roundtrip from Ft. Lauderdale, you’ll visit two popular ports — Grand Cayman and Cozumel — and enjoy two relaxing days at sea. Sometimes five nights is all you need to rejuvenate, and at these rates it’s even more tempting to do just that.
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Sail one of Princess Cruises’ jewels this fall to the Mexican Riviera. Sapphire Princess has seven-night sailings in September, October and November that start from just $394 per person. Cruise roundtrip from Los Angeles and visit key ports of the region — Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlan and Cabo San Lucas. Select sailings, when booked through Cruise.com, also come with a $75 shipboard credit. Use your extra spending credit to indulge in some cool and creamy gelato, wine and sushi at Vines or so much more onboard this romantic Princess ship.
Don’t dress up like ghosts and goblins this year for Halloween — pack your bags and play the role of a tourist on these fun October cruises. Norwegian Pearl, still a fairly new ship, sails seven-night cruises roundtrip from Miami starting from $459 per person on the 24th of the month. Visit Samana, St. Thomas, Tortola and Great Stirrup Cay, the line’s private island destination port, and instead of collecting candy see how many pretty seashells you can pick up on this trip that starts from just $66 per night.
Hold off, and cruise after the tourist season in Europe has passed to save the big bucks. Take this Eastern Mediterranean cruise aboard MSC Poesia in mid-October that starts from $564 per person. The weather is sure to be nice, probably even more so than it will have been in the hot, humid summertime. Sail roundtrip from Venice to visit Bari, Katakolon, Izmir, Istanbul and Dubrovnik.
7-Night Bermuda Cruise from $599
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Are you craving a visit to a far-off, warm beach-y place? This summer, why not make the voyage to Bermuda — inside cabins on this cruise start from $599 per person. Norwegian Spirit sails roundtrip from Boston this September and docks at King’s Wharf for three nights. This is an excellent opportunity to spend some time and really get acquainted with a cruise port. You’ll have plenty of time to explore historic and scenic sights, get your fill of the island’s culinary selections and enjoy the beautiful pink-sand beaches and turquoise waters of Bermuda.
7-Night Alaska Cruise from $444
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Alaska cruise fares continue to be more affordable than ever this year, and this particular offer, at under $65 per night, proves that point. Sail this seven-night cruise aboard Holland America’s Statendam starting from $444 per person. This is a unique itinerary that sails from Seward to Vancouver, and calls on the popular ports of Juneau and Ketchikan and the offbeat port of Haines. Now, be sure to pack those binoculars in your suitcase, because this cruise also includes scenic glacier cruising in both College Fjord and Glacier Bay.
As if you needed more incentive to book a suite with butler service, a private lounge and pool, priority shore tour bookings and restaurant reservations, and free beverages, MSC Cruises is offering $400 onboard credit per stateroom for passengers who book Yacht Club accommodations on MSC Fantasia or MSC Splendida. The offer is available on seven-night Mediterranean cruises departing from Barcelona between now and September 6, 2009. Although you’ll spend quite a bit for the privilege of staying in one of these cabins (fares start at $5,790 per person), you’ll definitely feel like you’re in an oasis of luxury in the midst of a mainstream mega-ship.
Book your autumn cruise this week to take advantage of discounted fares and extra perks. Fares for inside cabins on Azamara Quest’s 14-night Mediterranean cruise to Italy, Greece, Turkey and Egypt start from $1,449 per person or you can book a balcony for the price of an outside cabin. Plus, if you book by June 30, you’ll receive $100 to $250 onboard credit per cabin, based on category booked. These rates are quite good for an upscale line with terrific service, delicious food and an action-packed itinerary.
Book your autumn cruise this week to take advantage of discounted fares and extra perks. Fares for inside cabins on Azamara Quest’s 14-night Mediterranean cruise to Greece, Turkey, Egypt and Italy start from $1,519 per person and $1,249 for seniors ages 55 and up. Travelers over 55 can also find discounted fares on outside cabins and suites, while younger travelers can book a balcony for the price of an outside cabin. Plus, everyone benefits with $100 to $250 onboard credit per cabin, based on category booked. You must book by June 30 to take advantage of this offer.
Hold off, and cruise after the tourist season in Europe has passed to save the big bucks. Take this Eastern Mediterranean cruise aboard MSC Poesia in mid-October that starts from $519 per person. The weather is sure to be nice, probably even more so than it will have been in the hot, humid summertime. Sail roundtrip from Venice to visit Bari, Katakolon, Izmir, Istanbul and Dubrovnik. Treat yourself to a cabin with a balcony since fares start at just $704 per person.