Holland Cruises Offering: Free Upgrades, Up To 50% Savings & More
January 4, 2012 by admin
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Princess Cruises Balcony Bonus Sales End 31st January 2011
December 27, 2011 by admin
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Princess And Denial Are On Sale
May 22, 2011 by admin
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| Exceptional savings for a once-in-a-lifetime Alaska experience..
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| See spectacular mountains, wildlife and glaciers on an unforgettable Alaska cruise tour — Book today! | |||||
Experience the best of Alaska — and SAVE up to 50% — on select 2011 land & sea vacations that include Denali and Glacier Bay National Parks on every departure. This great offer is only available for a limited time, so book today to take advantage of these special fares! Princess Alaska land & sea vacations range from 10- to 13-nights. You’ll spend four to seven days exploring the Alaskan wilderness, including at least two nights in the Denali National Park area, plus scenic rail travel, overnights at Princess wilderness lodges and seven days cruising along Alaska’s picturesque coast. Start planning by calling or emailing us today!
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Princess Cruise Balcony Bonanza Sale
January 4, 2011 by admin
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Europe and Alaska boast some of the most picturesque coastlines in the world, and for a limited time, you can receive free balcony upgrades† on select 2011 Europe and Alaska cruises and cruisetours. Take in unlimited beauty — like the iconic cliffs of Santorini in the Greek Isles or calving glaciers in Alaska’s Glacier Bay National Park — from your own balcony! Look for our best value sailings in Europe and Alaska and save:
Hurry – with these savings, our best itineraries and staterooms are filling up fast! Begin planning your cruise today.
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Cruise Ideas For 2011
December 30, 2010 by admin
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Best Cruise Destinations for 2011
Ready to experience the world’s best cruise destinations in 2011? From the tropical island paradises of the Caribbean and Bahamas, mesmerizing wonders of Europe, breathtaking landscapes of Alaska, and beyond, here are our top choices for a completely unforgettable cruise vacation in the new year!
Travel to Top Island Paradises
In the Caribbean and Bahamas, you’ll discover complete relaxation, exhilarating adventures, unbelievable sightseeing, and much more during your island retreat to these best cruise destinations! On 7-night sailings with Royal Caribbean, you can enjoy exciting activities in gorgeous tropical climates – explore lush rainforests, snorkel in clear turquoise waters, visit Royal Caribbean’s private island, Labadee, and much more! Discover even more of the Caribbean on Celebrity Cruises for 7-nights, where you’ll have the chance to sail on the innovative Solstice class and enjoy a picnic or game of bocce ball on the freshly manicured Lawn Club deck. From visiting the Bacardi rum distillery in San Juan, deep-sea fishing, and beyond, you can experience everything the Caribbean has to offer with Celebrity Cruises. During 7-night Norwegian Cruise Line sailings, you can escape to another sunny getaway – the Bahamas – to see the world’s third largest barrier reef and enjoy thrilling island activities such as swimming with stingrays! With ‘Freestyle Cruising’, you can enjoy your sailing to one of these best cruise destinations while having the choice to do what you want, when you want, and wherever you want!
The Caribbean and Bahamas continue to be some of the world’s best cruise destinations, and as an Avoya Travel / America’s Vacation Center guest you can take advantage of these great cruise deals:
- Exclusive pricing and amenities valued at up to $100 with Royal Caribbean
- Free upgrade & coupon book for all guests on Norwegian Cruise Line sailings
- Free coupon book plus exclusive savings up to $100 with Celebrity Cruises
Discover Europe’s Spectacular Art, Culture, and More!
Filled with historic landmarks, distinguished culture, and more, it’s no surprise that travelers return to Europe’s incredible countries year after year. In 2011, immerse yourself in a traditional Italian experience at sea during 7-night MSC Cruises to Europe that visit Rome, Venice, Genoa, and beyond. Offering the perfect blend of European charm and modern Italian elegance, authentic Italian cuisine, and beyond, your vacation with MSC Cruises will truly be one-of-a-kind. Want to discover Europe’s hidden treasures while on an intimate cruise through some of the world’s most breathtaking rivers? During Uniworld River Cruises sailings for 7-nights, you can enjoy complimentary fine European wines, captivating and included shore excursions, and more while sailing through the heart of Europe’s finest cities. From Amsterdam, Paris, and beyond, you can experience Europe up close and personal during a river cruise, and save up to $1,600 on 2011 sailings! To travel Europe in complete luxury, you can enjoy 11-night Crystal Cruises sailings to many popular destinations, including the breathtaking Baltic region. From Copenhagen, Stockholm, Saint Petersburg, and beyond, you’ll see everything Europe has to offer with decadent Crystal Cruises sailings.
Alaska Cruise Wonders
Observe the splendors of Alaska’s breathtaking scenery and wildlife on a cruise vacation to discover why it is one of the year’s top destinations. During 7-night Alaska sailings with Celebrity Cruises, you can visit this region to enjoy incredible excursions at Alaskan ports-of-call – from a glacier helicopter tour, kayaking along coves, and more. Princess Cruises also offers incredible Alaska adventures, and during Princess Cruises Alaska sailings for 7-nights, you’ll have the chance to experience a true signature taste of Alaskan cuisine during an on-deck fish barbecues, a reindeer chili and rockfish chowder cook-off, and beyond while passing by jaw-dropping glaciers and frontiers. Looking to explore even more of this spectacular region? During 10-night Alaska sailings with Oceania Cruises, you can travel on board the popular Oceania Regatta to visit famed areas including Ketchikan, known as the ‘Salmon Capital of the World’ which also features the world’s largest collection of totem poles. Also in this top destination, you’ll have the chance to hike along Mendenhall Glacier on the outskirts of Juneau, the state capital, stroll the sidewalks of the authentic Gold Rush town of Skagway, and much more!
With Alaska cruise vacations only available during the Summer, now is your chance to reserve your space before it’s too late! And, for an added bonus, Avoya Travel / America’s Vacation Center guests can enjoy these amazing offers:
- Alaska Cruise Sale! Up to $1,000 in savings, $1,000 in shipboard credit & 2 for 1 fares with Oceania Cruises
- Exclusive pricing and amenities valued at up to $100 with Celebrity Cruises
Now is your chance to visit the world’s best destinations for 2011. Contact your Avoya Travel / America’s Vacation Center Personal Vacation Planner today!
Travel Smart and Cruises by Capt Bob is An Authorized Independent Affiliate of America’s Vacation Center.
For more information, call 800-308-3077 and mention Discount Code 9094# to speak with an AVC Personal Vacation Planner today!
Alaska And Cruise Lines Finally See Eye To Eye
December 12, 2010 by admin
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Cruise lines head back to Alaska
After sailing a-way from the State of Alaska, which seemed hell-bended to tax cruise ships out of their coastal waters, many cruise lines are now heading back to the ports of the land of the midnight sun with more ships, more sailings and more capacity.
Earlier this year, the Alaska legislature, on the heels of a terrible revenue and low-capacity season, voted to lower the previously raised head tax on cruise passengers. With the news of a new lower head tax , Princess Cruises announced it will be adding a fourth ship to it’s popular Voyage of the Glaciers run after two years of running at reduced capacity.
“We are particularly appreciative of the efforts of Governor Sean Parnell and the Alaska state legislature that have resulted in meaningful progress toward resolving the challenges facing Alaska’s recovery as a cruise destination,” said Princess President and CEO Alan Bucklew.
Today’s announcement by Norwegian Cruise Lines to position it ship, the Norwegian Jewel, on an inside passage itinerary from Seattle is the latest in a string of “Thanks for reducing the head tax” moves by the cruise lines. This year, joining the Norwegian Pearl , the Norwegian Jewel will sail Alaska’s inside passage, sailing to Glacier Bay from Seattle, replacing Norwegian Star that will sail to Bermuda for the first time from her new home in New York City.
As some cruise lines head back to Alaska, first timers are throwing in their lot by adding capacity to Alaska Cruise Market.
Disney Cruise Line is sailing North with Disney Wonder as the line doubles its size by adding Disney Dream debuting in January and Disney Fantasy in 2012. Another first-timer, Oceania Cruises will send their Regatta on a series of departures from San Francisco, Vancouver or Anchorage. Alaska is second most popular cruise destination in the world
Princess Cruises: See Alaska From Your Balcony StateRoom
December 3, 2010 by admin
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Great Fares To Alaska With Princess Cruises
November 15, 2010 by admin
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| *10-day cruisetour fare is based on cruisetour BAX, Coral Princess 9/10/11 departure; 7-day gulf cruise fare is based on Coral Princess 9/10/11 departure; 7-day inside passage cruise fare is based on Sapphire Princess 5/22/11 departure and 10-day cruise fare is based on Sea Princess 5/20/11 departure. $299 is the incremental per person fare to add 3 days on land to a 7-day cruise to create a 10-day cruisetour. Purchase of entire cruisetour is required. Fares for other dates may vary. Fares apply to minimum lead-in categories on a space-available basis at time of booking. Fares are per person, non-air, cruise- or cruisetour-only, based on double occupancy and apply to the first two passengers in a stateroom. These fares do not apply to singles or third/fourth-berth passengers. Fares may remain at discounted level after this promotion. Government fees and taxes of up to $115 per person are additional, are subject to change and may be higher for Canadian residents. Princess reserves the right to impose a fuel supplement of up to $9 per person per day on all passengers if the NYMEX oil price exceeds $70 per barrel, even if the fare has already been paid in full. This offer is capacity controlled and may not be combinable with any other public, group or past passenger discount, including shipboard credits. Offer is not transferable and is only available to legal residents of the 50 United States, Canada, Puerto Rico, Mexico and the District of Columbia who are 21 years or older and receive this offer. Fares quoted in U.S. dollars. Ask about our optional air add-on program. See the applicable Princess Cruises brochure or princess.com for terms, conditions and definitions that apply to all bookings. Please reference promotion code: R3Y.
**Up to $100 USD Cash Back per stateroom refers to an onboard credit, applies to all 2011 Alaska cruises and cruisetours and varies according to category booked and sailing duration. Passengers booked in an Interior or Oceanview stateroom on a 7-day voyage will receive an onboard credit of $25 per stateroom; passengers booked in an Interior or Oceanview stateroom on a 10-day voyage or cruisetour will receive an onboard credit of $50 per stateroom; passengers booked in a Balcony stateroom or above on a 7-day voyage will receive an onboard credit of $50 per stateroom; and passengers booked in a Balcony stateroom or above on a 10-day voyage or cruisetour will receive an onboard credit of $100 per stateroom. Reservations must be made and deposited between November 17-19, 2010. Deposits made under this promotion are non-refundable and non-transferable. Offer is applicable to first/second-berth passengers only. Third/fourth-berth passengers are not eligible. Passengers with single occupancy will receive the per stateroom credit amount. Onboard credit may be used on a single voyage only and expires at the end of that voyage. Prior to disembarkation, please visit the Passenger Services Desk onboard to redeem any unused onboard credit. Offer is not transferable, is not combinable with other select offers or other onboard credits and applies to legal residents of the United States or Canada who are 21 years or older. Onboard credit is quoted in U.S. dollars. Void where prohibited by law. © 2010 Princess Cruises. Ships of Bermudan Registry. |
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Princess Denali Tours Return For Second Season
September 10, 2010 by admin
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Princess Alaska Family Cruise-Tours Return for Second Season
Published on: September 10, 2010

After a popular debut last year, Princess Cruises is again offering Alaska cruise-tours designed for families. These tours incorporate features not usually included in a cruise-tour package, such as the opportunity to learn about dog mushing at the Iditarod Headquarters, pan for gold, take an interactive tour of Denali National Park, and a campfire experience.
The 12-night family cruise-tours include a seven-night “Voyage of the Glaciers” cruise plus a five-night land tour. The land segment also features such family-friendly extras as daily breakfast, a visit to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, and a dinner-theater performance. At sea, Princess’ offers a Junior Ranger program for children in Glacier Bay National Park.
The cruises are aboard Diamond Princess or Coral Princess, and the land itinerary includes stays at three of Princess
’ wilderness lodges — one night at Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge, two nights at Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge and two nights at Fairbanks Princess Riverside Lodge. The tours are offered on 34 departures with both northbound and southbound itinerary options.
Fares start at $1,648 per person for the first and second berths and $1,246 per person for the third and fourth berth passengers. For more information on Alaska-Denali Tours please call your Avoya Travel Representative today at 1-800-308-3077.
Travel Smart and Cruise By Capt Bob is an Independent Affiliate of Avoya Travel-American Express. An Authorized Independent Affiliate of America’s Vacation Center.
Norwegian Star: Alaska Cruises
There’s no better way to see Alaska and the Inside Passage than with us, especially from your own private balcony. Start your Alaska cruise from Seattle and get ready for amazing views and wildlife like nowhere else. Watch for orcas. Go dogsledding. Or pan for gold. On board relax in the Mandara spa and watch the scenery glide by.
Hello and Welcome Aboard:
I have a group cruise to Alaska, inside passage, on the Beautiful NCL Star departing August 27, 2011 from Seattle. We have blocked 25 Balcony staterooms on Deck 10 at a price of $1089.00 per person plus tax and port fees. Marlene Varga (I take the Lead Member) is sponsoring this cruise and is offering to all interested parties the chance to go along. If you have sailed the inside passage of Alaska you know the beauty of what this cruise has to offer or if you wanted to cruise the Alaska Inside passage this is your opportunity, plus by joining this group you get a group rate discount ( NCL’S regular balcony stateroom price per person is $1499.00 per person plus tax and port charges). Call today at 1-360-687-9579 or out of state 1-800-308-3077 and mention Marlene Varga Group Cruise.
Many Thanks Bob Foster
Travel Smart/Avoya Travel-American Express
Norwegian Star
Built for Freestyle Cruising, the Norwegian Cruise Lines Norwegian Star was debuted in 2001 and offers guests options galore. Featuring 13 dining choices, this large Norwegian ship lets passengers choose whichever cuisine strikes their fancy, whenever they decide to eat, and provides the flexibility to eat with whoever they want to. Activities and “relaxtivities” abound onboard the Norwegian Star ship from spinning and yoga classes to rejuvenating spa treatments. In the evenings, nothing caps off a day of sightseeing and exploring various ports of call like a bubbly celebration in Gatsby’s Champagne Bar. The staff is friendly and helpful, the ship is spacious and full of excitement, and the staterooms provide a perfectly comfortable retreat. The Norwegian Star cruise ship’s award-winning Garden Villas offer the most freedom of all with their overall space. Named the 2008 Travel Weekly Magellan Award Gold Winner, the Norwegian Star’s Garden Villas proudly boast up to 5,000 sq. ft. of space, three bedrooms, a private garden and sun deck, hot tubs, and a grand piano. The Norwegian Star is a shining example of the Norwegian Cruises Freestyle experience, and with itineraries to Alaska, it is one of the top ways that travelers are enjoying their dream vacations.
Vacation Itinerary & Map7-Day Sawyer Glacier, Round-trip Seattle

Please Note:
- Disembarkation usually begins 2 hours after docking.
- Due to security reasons, all guests must be on board 2 hours before sailing.
- Itineraries are subject to change at any time without notice.
- Check your specific sailing for exact departure and arrival times. All times are local to the port.
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Ketchikan Its Tlingit Indian name, Kach Khanna, means “spread wings of the eagle.” Chances are you’ll see one of these magnificent birds perched atop a Sitka tree. Thanks to its abundant rainfall, Ketchikan is surrounded by some of the world’s most lush wilderness. Featured Shore Excursions
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Juneau Juneau has been called “Alaska’s peak experience,” certainly due in part to its unparalleled glacier viewing from such places as Tracy Arm Fjord, the Juneau Icefields and Glacier Bay National Park. Kayak up one of the area’s many protected waterways, go flightseeing, tour historic downtown or try your hand at panning for gold. Featured Shore Excursions
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Skagway In a single year from 1896 to 1897, this remote town along the Inside Passage grew from a few tents to a city of 20,000 gold seekers. Today, travelers come in search of other riches – to experience yesteryear along Skagway’s charming boardwalk lined with buildings that replicate those Gold Rush days. Featured Shore Excursions
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Prince Rupert The deepest port in North America, Prince Rupert serves as Canada’s gateway to Alaska and the Queen Charlotte Islands. Don’t miss the totems of the Haida and Tsimpsean Indians in the beautiful city parks with spectacular views of the Pacific. Featured Shore Excursions
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