Posts tagged: Europe

National Cruise Vacation Week

By , October 17, 2011

What is National Cruise Vacation Week (NCVW)?

The National Cruise Vacation Week is the largest consumer vacation promotion in the Travel Industry. 26 CLIA Member Cruise Lines and thousands of Member Travel Professionals are committed to offering outstanding values on the vacation alternative that consistently delivers the highest degree of Customer Satisfaction

What are Traditional NCVW Events?

CLIA Member Travel Agencies hosting these events have the NCVW logo next to their listing. Events take place at an physical location such as the agency’s office, restaurants, conference centers…the possibilities are truly endless. Events vary in size and scope, depending on the hosting agency. Contact the agencies you’re interested in to find out more information about their event.

What is Virtual NCVW?

Travel Agencies and Agents participating in Virtual NCVW have a microsite within the NCVW website. Virtual participants are indicated by the laptop icon. You can preview videos from up to seven Cruise Lines and learn about the specialties of these Virtual NCVW participants. Visit their link to learn about the fabulous offers available for you.

CRUISE LINE OFFERS

Amawaterways Up to Double Savings plus 1 category upgrade & transfers
American Cruise Lines Complimentary Shore Tours + $500 per stateroom savings
Avalon Waterways  Save up to $2,000 per couple
Azamara Club Cruises  Up to $500 onboard spending credit per stateroom
Carnival Cruise Lines Up to $300 cash back per stateroom
Celebrity Cruises Up to $400 per stateroom shipboard credit
Costa Cruises Contact your CLIA travel agent
Crystal Cruises  Additional $100 per person savings
Cunard Line Select voyages 2 for 1
Disney Cruise Line $50 per stateroom onboard credit
Holland America Line Offer to come
Hurtigruten Up to $200 per person onboard credit
Louis Cruises FREE one category upgrade & $100 per person onboard credit
MSC Cruises Up to a $200 per cabin shipboard credit
NCL Reduced deposit and up to $250 onboard credit
Oceania Cruises 2 for 1 cruise fares with free aifare plus up to $5,000 Bonus Savings
Paul Gaugin Cruises Up to $200 per cabin shipboard credit
Princess Cruises Onboard discounts worth up to $325 & reduced deposit of $100, per person
Regent Seven Seas Up to $200 per person shipboard credit
Royal Caribbean Up to $200 onboard credit
SeaDream Yacht Club $100 per stateroom spa credit
Seabourn Cruise Line Value Fares available offering low prices
Silversea Cruises $200 per suite savings certificate
Uniworld River Cruises $100 savings offer combinable with most other offers
Windstar Cruises $200 per stateroom shipboard credit
Offers are samples and may change without notice; in addition they have restrictions that have been established by each individual cruise line. CLIA (Cruise Lines International Association) is not responsible for any errors, misprints or lack of availability of offers. Contact your CLIA Travel Professional for full offers, details and disclaimers.

 

Volcanic Eruption in Gimsvotn, Iceland

By , May 24, 2011

Seriously amazing footage of the Icelandic Volcano, Gimsvotn erupting on May 21, 2011.

Volcanic Eruption in Grimsvotn, Iceland May 21 2011 from Jon Gustafsson on Vimeo.

AMA Waterways Wine Cruises

By , May 12, 2011


 

 

 

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Vineyards of the Rhine & Mosel

Starring Anthony Dias Blue:
 
National Wine, Food & Lifestyle Personality

U.S. Departure: Oct. 13, 2011
Embarkation Date: Oct. 14, 2011
7-night cruise from Amsterdam to Luxembourg
  
Receive $200 shipboard credit per stateroom

Starting from
For a 7-Night Cruise $2,599
Per Person

Add 3 nights Paris
$780
Per Person

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Vineyards of the Rhine & Mosel 

Starring Christopher Silva:
CEO of St. Francis Winery & Vineyards

& Hosted by Kristin Karst: 
AmaWaterways, Executive V.P.


U.S. Departure: Nov. 9, 2011
Embarkation Date: Nov. 13, 2011 

7-night cruise from Luxembourg to Amsterdam
  

Receive $200 shipboard credit per stateroom

Starting from
For a 7-Night Cruise $1,999
Per Person

Add 3 nights Paris
$780
Per Person

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The Romantic Danube

Starring Samantha Ford-Collins:
Senior Wine Educator with Sterling Vineyards
& Jilly Goolden: British Wine Critic, Journalist, and TV Personality

& Hosted by Bruce Rosenberg:
AmaWaterways, V.P. of Marketing

U.S. Departure: Nov. 10, 2011
Embarkation Date: Nov. 14, 2011
7-night cruise from Vilshofen to Budapest 
     
Receive $200 shipboard credit per stateroom

Starting from
For a 7-Night Cruise
$1,999
Per Person

Add 3 nights Prague
$690
Per Person

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The Romantic Danube
President’s Cruise

Starring Stefen Soltysiak: Certified Wine Expert Director of Fine Wines, Rodney Strong Vineyards
Christopher Sawyer: World-Famous Sommelier,  Wine Educator, Journalist, Critic, Public Speaker

Hosted by Rudi Schreiner:
AmaWaterways, President

U.S. Departure: Nov. 20, 2011
Embarkation Date: Nov. 21, 2011
7-night cruise from Budapest  to Vilshofen 

Receive $200 shipboard credit per stateroom

Starting from
For a 7-Night Cruise $1,999
Per Person

Add 3 nights Prague
$690
Per Person

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The Enchanting Rhine
President’s Cruise

Starring Terri Rolleri: Representing Ferrari-Carano wineries, leading producer of world class wines

& Hosted by Rudi Schreiner:
AmaWaterways, President

U.S. Departure: Nov. 7, 2011
Embarkation Date: Nov. 12, 2011

7-night cruise from Basel to Amsterdam

Receive $200 shipboard credit per stateroom

Starting from
For a 7-Night Cruise $1,999
Per Person

  Add 2 nights Zurich & 2 nights Lucerne 
$920
Per Person

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Europe’s Rivers & Castles 

Starring Barry Wiss:
Certified Wine Expert & Vice President  of Trinchero Family Estates

& Hosted by Gary Murphy:
AmaWaterways, V.P. of National Accounts

U.S. Departure: Nov. 3, 2011
Embarkation Date: Nov. 6, 2011

7-night cruise from Nuremberg to Luxembourg 

Receive $200 shipboard credit per stateroom

Starting from
For a 7-Night Cruise
$2,099
Per Person

Add 2 nights Prague & 3 nights Paris
$1240
Per Person

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Dates listed are U.S. and Canadian departure dates. $200 shipboard credit is per stateroom, this offer is not combinable with any other promotions or discounts. This promotion is valid for new bookings only made by 5/31/2011. All itineraries listed and hosts are subject to change. Visit AmaWaterways.com for updated information. Cruise prices listed do not include land programs, port charges of $133 per person or gratuities. Roundtrip air, taxes and fuel surcharges are additional. Prices listed are in Cat. E  and are based on double occupancy. To upgrade to a higher category, add per person, Cat. D: $189, Cat. C: $549, Cat. B: $749, Cat. A: $849, Cat A+:1099 and Jr. Suite: $1799. AmaWaterways reserves the right to correct any errors. Prices are in U.S. Dollars. CST #2065452-40.

 

 

We’ve Got You Covered: Flights and Cruise to Europe

By , April 21, 2011

Royal Caribbean International(R)

Globus Family of Brands Exclusive Offer

By , April 21, 2011

Vacation.com Exclusive: Globus Family for Brands Exclusive offers for Vacation.com Agents Only!

Save $200pp on any 2011 Globus Europe land only vacation*
Promo code: PRMM023Booking Window:  March 23 – April 30, 2011

The dream of European travel is easily turned into splendid reality with our broad range of Europe vacation packages across a continent of distinctive cultures. When it comes to experiencing Europe, we take you there in a variety of new ways. To truly experience a desirable place is to do it at the most desirable pace.

*Book a 2011 Globus Europe land only vacation to receive $200 off per person.  In order to receive the offer, booking must be made and discount applied between March 23 and April 30, 2011 for travel between April 1 and December 31, 2011.  Not combinable with other offers, EXCEPT Journeys Club coupon and child discounts.  Applies to new 2011 bookings only, and offer will not be applied to pre-existing bookings. Offer reliant on space availability and may be withdrawn at any time.  Full cancellation penalties will apply.  Additional restrictions may apply.

Save $800pp on select 2011 Europe Avalon Waterways vacation*
Promo code: PRMW0019Booking window:  March 23 – April 30, 2011

APPLICABLE DEPARTURES:

The Legendary Danube 2011 – 11 days from Prague to Budapest
From the splendor of Prague to the Gypsy violins of Budapest, you’ll treasure every moment of this memorable Danube River cruise. Enjoy guided sightseeing in Prague, Nuremberg, medieval Regensburg, Passau, Vienna, and Budapest. Sail through the fascinating Main Danube Canal, attend a beer tasting in Regensburg, tour Melk’s splendid Benedictine Abbey, and experience the music, art, culture, and historical sites in romantic Vienna—a memorable vacation!
Departures:  WNB 703, WNB 717, WNB 731, WNB 821, WNB 721, WNB 818

The Blue Danube Discovery 2011 – 13 days from Budapest to Prague
The delightful Danube sets the stage for this incredible journey. Begin in Budapest, Hungary, with two overnights, guided sightseeing, and a visit to imposing Fishermen’s Bastion. Board your river cruise vessel and sail westward, with guided sightseeing in magical Vienna, Passau, and medieval Regensburg. Also take a guided walk in Dürnstein that shows off the baroque Stiftskirche, visit the Benedictine Abbey and enjoy a wine tasting in Melk, and participate in a beer tasting in charming Nuremberg. Disembark your ship and travel to the “Golden City” of Prague for a final three overnights, guided sightseeing, and plenty of free time
Departures: WBN 627, WBN 711, WBN 725, WBN 829, WBN 715, WBN 812

*Book a select 2011 Europe Avalon Waterways vacation to receive $800 off per person on the cruise/land only price.  Offer available on select dates of select cruises listed above.  Royal and Avalon Suites excluded.  Booking must be made, under deposit, and discount applied between March 23 and April 30, 2011 for travel at select times in 2011.  Applies to new 2011 bookings only, and offer will not be applied to pre-existing bookings.  Offer reliant on space availability and may be withdrawn at any time.  Not combinable with any other offer other than Journeys Club coupons.  Full cancellation penalties will apply.  Additional restrictions may apply.

Save $150pp on 2011 Monograms Europe vacations of six or more nights*
Promo code: PRMS15Booking window:  March 23 – April 30, 2011

When it comes to seeing Europe, there’s no better way to go than on a Monograms independent vacation. Marvel at Rome’s incomparable Sistine Chapel or admire artistic masterpieces in Paris’ Louvre Museum. Cruise the canals of Venice—or the canals of Amsterdam… and that’s just the start!

*Book a 2011 Monograms Europe vacation of six or more nights to receive the $150 per person discount off the land price.  Must be booked, under deposit and discount applied between March 23 and April 30, 2011 for travel commencing by December 31, 2011. Not combinable with other offers, including child discounts EXCEPT Journeys Club coupon.  Applies to new 2011 bookings only, and offer will not be applied to pre-existing bookings. Offer reliant on space availability.  Full cancellation penalties will apply.  Additional restrictions may apply.

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Exclusive Amenities from Norwegian Cruise Line

By , April 21, 2011

Norwegian Cruise Line

Ten select NCL 2011/2012 cruise vacations with special fares & exclusive guest amenities

Ship

Sail Date Itinerary Days Amenity per Stateroom
Norwegian Epic 10/23/2011 Repo – Transatlantic – Barcelona to Miami 13 $100 OBC + Bottle of Wine
Norwegian Gem 11/13/2011 Bahamas – Round-trip New York 7 $50 OBC + Bottle of Wine
Norwegian Jade 11/26/2011 Europe – Round-trip Rome 11 $100 OBC + Bottle of Wine
Norwegian Gem 11/27/2011 Bahamas – Round-trip New York 7 $50 OBC + Bottle of Wine
Norwegian Epic 12/10/2011 Eastern Caribbean – Round-trip Miami 7 $50 OBC + Bottle of Wine
Norwegian Epic 1/28/2012 Eastern Caribbean – Round-trip Miami 7 $50 OBC + Bottle of Wine
Norwegian Epic 2/18/2012 Eastern Caribbean – Round-trip Miami 7 $50 OBC + Bottle of Wine
Norwegian Epic 3/31/2012 Eastern Caribbean – Round-trip Miami 7 $50 OBC + Bottle of Wine
Norwegian Pearl 4/1/2012 NEW! Western Caribbean – Round-trip Miami 7 $50 OBC + Bottle of Wine
Norwegian Epic 4/7/2012 Eastern Caribbean – Round-trip Miami 7 $50 OBC + Bottle of Wine

Booking Information: To receive these offers Special Fare Promo Code and Amenity Promo Code must be manually applied to the reservation. The amenity offer is limited to the first 32 bookings on each cruise departure.

Terms and Conditions: Booking Window: 04/01/11 – Capacity Controlled .Offer is for new individual FIT Reservations only, in U.S. Dollars. Offer applies to select sailing(s), may vary by ship/sailing date. Offer excludes Suites and Villas categories. Singles paying 200% of the rate are eligible. Government taxes & fees, and onboard service charges are additional. Guests, who cancel and rebook, must accept this promotion’s Terms and Conditions. IMPORTANT NOTICE: NCL reserves the right to charge a fuel supplement without prior notice should the closing price of West Texas Intermediate Fuel increase above $65 per barrel on the NYMEX (New York Mercantile Exchange Index).  In the event a fuel supplement is charged, NCL will have sole discretion to apply the supplementary charge to both existing and new bookings, regardless of whether such bookings have been paid in full.  Such supplementary charges are not included in the cruise fare.  The fuel supplement charge will not exceed $10.00 per passenger per day. Offers are based on availability, are capacity controlled, apply to selected sailings and combinability with other offers is subject to change or cancellation at any time per Norwegian discretion. Other restrictions may apply. Norwegian is not responsible for typographical errors or omissions. Ship’s registry: BAHAMAS and UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. ©2011 NCL Corporation Ltd. Eligible sailings updated 4/7/2011.

Enjoy Onboard Credit on NCL Freestyle Cruises

By , April 20, 2011

Norwegian Cruise Line

When you have thousands of choices, all of them right, that’s Freestyle Cruising®

It’s your vacation and you should have the freedom to enjoy it on your terms. Dress up or down. Sleep in or catch a sunrise from your own private balcony. Take in some never-before-seen entertainment at sea. Even eat somewhere different every day, on your own schedule. Whether you’re on board or on shore, you can do as much or as little as you please. It’s all up to you. And the best part – no matter what you choose, you can’t go wrong. With our expert staff and crew totally committed to taking care of all the details, it won’t be long before you’ll see exactly why Freestyle Cruising is such an easy, carefree cruise experience.

When you can lose track of time and not miss a thing, that’s the freedom of Freestyle Cruising on Norwegian Cruise Line.

This exceptional offer is available only through Distinguished Cruise & Travel.
Contact us today at 800-644-8820.

7-day Sawyer Glacier from Seattle
Norwegian Star
Balcony starting at $1,399
Departing 5/21/11 – 9/10/11
7-day Bahamas from Florida
Norwegian Jewel
Balcony starting at $849
Departing 6/11/11 – 12/31/11
7-day Bermuda
Norwegian Dawn
Balcony starting at $799
Departing 6/3/11 – 9/23/11
7-day Eastern Caribbean from Miami
Norwegian Epic
Balcony starting at $899
Departing 11/5/11 – 12/31/11
7-day Western Caribbean from Miami
Norwegian Pearl
Balcony starting at $699
Departing 10/16/11 – 12/25/11

Take advantage of our resort expertise!
Contact us today at 800-644-8820
and ask about our inexpensive trip protection plans!

Terms and Conditions:
Fares are per person, cruise only booked by May 20, 2011. Offer applies to 5 – Days or longer 2011 sailings. Offer is for new FIT bookings only. Offer excludes studio, inside and oceanview staterooms. Lead fare of $1,399 applies to 8/27/11 sailing aboard Norwegian Star. Lead fare of $849 applies to 9/3/11 sailing aboard Norwegian Jewel. Lead fare of $799 applies to 9/4/11 sailing aboard Norwegian Dawn. Lead fare of $899 applies to 12/3/11 sailing aboard Norwegian Epic. Lead fare of $699 applies to 10/30/11 sailing aboard Norwegian Pearl.Onboard Credit amount is per stateroom, in U.S. Dollars, based on category booked and will be applied to the 1st and 2nd guest in the stateroom. Onboard Credit has no cash value and is not transferable; may not be used toward Service Charges.  Singles paying 200% are entitled to full onboard credit value. Guests who cancel and rebook must accept this promotion’s Terms and Conditions. Cancellation fees are applicable based on the booking/sailing date and accommodations; Norwegian strongly recommends the purchase of Travel Protection on all bookings. Onboard service charges are additional and will be automatically added to onboard account.  Government taxes and fees are additional.  IMPORTANT NOTICE: NCL reserves the right to charge a fuel supplement without prior notice should the closing price of West Texas Intermediate Fuel increase above $65 per barrel on the NYMEX (New York Mercantile Exchange Index).  In the event a fuel supplement is charged, NCL will have sole discretion to apply the supplementary charge to both existing and new bookings, regardless of whether such bookings have been paid in full.  Such supplementary charges are not included in the cruise fare.  The fuel supplement charge will not exceed $10.00 per passenger per day.  Offer based on availability, are capacity controlled, apply to selected sailings and combinability with other offers is subject to change or cancellation at any time per Norwegian discretion. Other restrictions may apply.  Norwegian is not responsible for typographical errors or omissions.  Ships’ registry: BAHAMAS and UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. ©2011 NCL Corporation Ltd.

Vacation Code: 3532

American Express


Cunard’s Royal Celebration Sale

By , April 20, 2011

CUNARD®

Cunard's Royal Celebration Sale  Fall Voyages  25-29 April - Save up to 60% off Early Booking Fares* - On Board Credit up to $300^ - Reduced Deposit*

Pass along special savings with Cunard’s
Royal Celebration Sale: 25-29 April

This month is an especially grand time for celebration. On 21 April, Her Majesty The Queen celebrates her 85th birthday just before her grandson, His Royal Highness Prince William, marries Kate Middleton in what is sure to be a spectacular Royal Wedding on 29 April. To celebrate, Cunard will be extending special savings in an unprecedented 5-Day Sale on all September through December 2011 voyages.

During this special Royal Celebration Sale, you can save up to 60% off Early Booking Fares*. Plus, receive On Board Credit up to $300 per stateroom^ and a Reduced Deposit.* Cunard’s Royal Celebration Sale offers you the perfect opportunity to return to the elegance of a Cunard voyage, or to discover it for the first time.

7-Day Transatlantic Crossings from $899*
12-Day Mediterranean Voyages from $999*
Americas Voyages from $2,385*

Up to $300 in On Board Credit per stateroom^

Stateroom category

2- to 8-day voyages

9+ day voyages

Inside/Oceanview

$50 per stateroom

$100 per stateroom

Balcony

$100 per stateroom

$200 per stateroom

Princess Suites/Queens Suites

$150 per stateroom

$300 per stateroom

^On Board Credit offer based on: Inside/Oceanview (Categories C1-D8), Balcony (Categories AA-B5), Princess/Queens Suites (Categories Q1-P4). All values are per stateroom, based on double occupancy. Singles paying the single supplement earn the equivalent of the per stateroom On Board Credit.

*Save up to 60% off Early Booking Fares offer is based on typical savings in Balcony Staterooms (Category A4 – Obstructed) on 7-day Transatlantic Crossings. Savings for other voyages and categories will vary. Early Booking Fares are initial offering fares and may not have been in effect in the past 90 days. Intermediate discounts may have been taken and fares may remain at a discounted level after this promotion. Fares quoted in U.S. Dollars and are per person, non-air, based on double occupancy. Offer applies to the first two guests in a stateroom and does not apply to exclusive occupancy or third/fourth-berth guests. This promotion is available for new bookings only, subject to availability, is capacity controlled and applies to select categories. Government fees and taxes of up to $284.03 are additional, per person and may be higher for Canadian residents and are subject to change. Fare shown INCLUDES a fuel supplement of $9.00 USD per person, per day (maximum $300 USD per person). This fuel supplement amount is subject to change. This offer may not be combinable with any other promotion, savings programme or public, group or past guest discount, including On Board Credit. Offer may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Ask about our applicable air add-on programme. See the applicable 2011 Cunard brochure or cunard.com for terms, conditions and definitions that apply to your reservation. Certain restrictions apply. Please reference promotion code: R3D. Deposits made under this promotion are immediately non-refundable and non-transferable. Reduced Deposit refers to 50% payment of the standard deposit, equivalent to 12.5% of the voyage fare. Ships’ registry: Great Britain. ©Cunard 2011

The CUNARD logo and logotype are registered trademarks of Carnival plc, an English Company trading as Cunard Line and QUEEN MARY 2 are a trademark owned by CUNARD. All rights reserved in the United States and other countries.

7 Day Sale

By , April 14, 2011

7 Day Sale

The Kahala Hotel & Resort
Hawaii: Kahala

The Kahala Hotel & Resort

1 Night from $626 $414 Per Room (tax included)
Save up to $850 per 4 night stay

The Duke Hotel Rome
Europe: Rome

The Duke Hotel Rome

1 Night from $367 $300 Per Room (tax included)
Save up to $267 per 3 night stay

Coming Next Week…

The Fiji Orchid

South Pacific: Fiji

LEGAL DISCLAIMER:
Offers are subject to availability at time of booking and may change or be discontinued at any time without notice. All prices were current at the time this e-mail was published. For details view our terms & conditions
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Heart of Europe Circle Tour

By , October 27, 2010

15-day tour of Germany, Austria, Italy, Switzerland, France, Belgium, & Holland

Tour Price $2290 p.p.d.o.

If you’re looking for a great value on a panoramic tour of Europe, this is it! Traveling round trip Frankfurt, you will tour seven popular countries. See the Bavarian capital of Munich, medieval Rothenburg, the Alpine splendor of Innsbruck, Verona of Romeo & Juliet fame, Lucerne in the Swiss Lake District, exciting Paris, Flemish Antwerp, the Dutch lowlands, and the vineyard-lined Rhine River. An optional excursion to romantic Venice, Italy is also available. 22 meals are included. BOOK BY 12/15/10.Circle Tour Map

2011 Departures

March 28; April 13; May 4, 11, 16 & 25; June 2, 9 & 29; July 13; August 1; September 7, 19 & 26; October 3 & 17; November 2

Tour with Air is $2890 to $4240

Price depends on departure city & date. *$160 p.p air taxes/fees additional.

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