Introduction to Panama Connection

Set sail from Miami on this Citiescapes Cruise, and discover the picturesque Panama Canal. Cruise through the Caribbean and enjoy a spectacular daytime passage through the Panama Canal, before you visit some highlights of the Pacific. Finally you cruise into Los Angeles, a fitting end to a fabulous cruise.

Itinerary

Day 1: Miami, USA:

On arrival in Miami you will be transferred to your hotel for a 1 night stay. Take some time to enjoy the vibrant sights and sounds of the city

Day 2: Miami, USA: Sail 16.00

After a morning at leisure you will be transferred to the port to board Norwegian Star, operated by NCL Freestyle Cruising. After settling in to your stateroom head out on deck to enjoy the sights of the city from the water as you leave on your cruise.

Day 3: Cruise the Caribbean

Your first day onboard is spent cruising through the pristine blue waters of the Caribbean. Take some time to enjoy the many onboard facilities available on Norwegian Star, or just sit back and relax.

Day 4: Cruise the Caribbean

Continue your cruise through the Caribbean today, en route to your first port of call, Cartagena, Colombia. While onboard you are sure to find something to entertain you, with a huge variety of activities onboard.

Day 5: Cartagena, Colombia: Arrive 07.00 Depart 15.00

Go back to the swashbuckling era at the mighty Fort Bocachica or to La Popa Monastery for a spectacular view. Cartagena was once a favored destination of pirates and adventures, now is now a bustling seaport.

Day 6: Cruise the Panama Canal

It’s not like us to take short cuts, but when it comes to the Panama Canal we make an exception. The highlight of our amazing Panama Canal voyage is the 40 mile daytime transit through cuts, massive locks and across tropical lakes between the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans. Find a space on deck, relax and watch the spectacular scenery as you float by.

Day 7: Cruise the Pacific

After leaving the Panama Canal behind you find yourself cruising in the Pacific, as you cruise to your next port of call, Puntarenas. Take some time to pamper yourself in the onboard spa, enjoy one of the many great shows, or sit back and watch the world go by.

Day 8: Puntarenas, Costa Rica: Arrive 07.00 Sail 16.00

Costa Rica is an eco-friendly blend of beaches, volcanoes and rain forests. Its great surfing and the beautiful beaches encourage slothfulness in all species. Keep an eye out for Poison Dart Frogs, Howler Monkeys and White Hawks.

Day 9: Cruise the Pacific

Leave eco-friendly Costa Rica behind, and cruise north in to Mexico today. You have some time to enjoy the onboard facilities before arriving in Huatulco.

Day 10: Huatulco, Mexico: Arrive 08.00 Depart 16.00

Huatulco sits at the foothills of the Sierra Madre and Pacific coast are 20 miles of unspoiled beaches. Or why not explore the secret coves and hidden lagoons of Bahia de Huatulco. You can also shop in the town of La Crucesita and the exciting Tangolunda Bay.

Day 11: Acapulco, Mexico: Arrive 08.00 Sail 17.00

This has to be one of the world’s most famous beach resorts, where the action continues around the clock. By day, the horseshoe-shaped bay is the place to see and be seen, while evenings light up with nightclubs, bars and fabulous restaurants. Don’t miss the cliff divers of La Quebrada, soaring off 136-foot-high cliffs into Pacific Ocean waves – it’s extra spectacular at night.

Day 12: Cruise the Pacific

Your penultimate port of call, Cabo San Lucas, is a days cruise away. Enjoy yourself onboard, with many great things to do.

Day 13: Cabo San Lucas, Mexico: Arrive 07.00 Depart 14.00

Right at the tip of the Baja Peninsula, Cabo San Lucas has beautiful beaches, crystal-clear seas and a rugged coastline with fantastic rock formations. It’s the perfect place to relax, so take a stroll along the beach, a boat ride to Land’s End, try your hand at water sports, or set out on a sports fishing adventure – the coastal waters are rich in billfish.

Day 14: Cruise the Pacific

Your last day onboard is spent cruising into Los Angeles. Sit back and reflect on your adventure and all the magnificent sights you have seen.

Day 15: Los Angeles, USA: Arrive 08.00

You arrive in Los Angeles in the early morning, with disembarkation starting after breakfast. You will be transferred to the airport for your flight home to Dublin, via Paris.

Day 16: Dublin, Ireland

You arrive back in Dublin today after your return flight.

Price inclusions

• Flight from Dublin to Miami, via Paris
• Airport transfer to the hotel
• 1 night in a centrally located hotel
• Transfer to the port to board Norwegian Star
• 13 nights onboard Norwegian Star, based on 2 sharing an inside stateroom
• Meals onboard on a full board basis
• Entertainment onboard
• Return transfer to the airport
• Flight from Los Angeles to Dublin, via Paris
• Taxes and charges of €300

Booking remarks

• Inclusive of taxes and service charges as indicated
• Non refundable or transferrable booking deposit of 10% per person
• Full payment due on confirmation
• 2% surcharge if balance is paid by credit or charge card
• Optional Insurance €48 (conditions apply)
• Upgrade to ocean view stateroom from €280 pp
• Single supplement from €700
• Service charge (gratuities) of €55 pp are not included
• Drinks onboard not included.
• Prices are correct at time of going to press, flight supplements may apply depending on availability of negotiated airfares.

Accommodation details

Norwegian Star

Yes, we’ve got that too.

We’re not kidding when we say we’ve got everything onboard. Norwegian Star was built for NCL Freestyle Cruising, with a long list of options for every Tom, Dick and Jane out there. You’ll have 13 superb choices for dining, with tempting selections that range from Asian fusion and French Mediterranean to all-American. We’ve got a wide array of staterooms and suites to accommodate however you choose to spend your time on board, so treat yourself with a no-rules, freedom filled cruise north to Alaska’s pristine waters or south to the Mexican Riviera.

Norwegian Star Highlights

• Gather at Gatsby’s Champagne Bar for a sunset toast or try the international selection of beers at our outdoor Bier Garten.
• How about a massage, facial or body wrap at the Barong Spa. Or try a spinning or yoga class at the Fitness Center.
• Our 5,750-square foot rooftop Garden Villas are the ultimate in luxury with three bedrooms, private garden and sundeck, hot tub and baby grand piano.

Accommodation
Inside Stateroom: Located on Decks 4 & 5, this stateroom has 2 lower beds and a sitting area. Facilities include a tv, fridge, safe and a bathroom with shower and hair dryer.

Ocean View Stateroom: Located on deck 8, this stateroom has two lower beds, a sitting area and a picture window or porthole (with obstructed view). Facilities include a tv, fridge, safe and a bathroom with shower and hair dryer.

Dates and Prices

Date	Price	Cabin
04 Dec 2010	€2,499	Inside
04 Dec 2010	€2,779	Outside
04 Dec 2010	€3,199	Single

Introduction to the New York to Bahamas Cruise

Set sail from the vibrant metropolis of New York to the delightful shores of the Bahamas on this Citiescapes Cruise. After spending a night in heart of New York, board Norwegian Gem, and discover Port Canaveral, Nassau and Great Stirrup Cay, Norwegian Cruise Lines private island. This promises to be a delightful cruise and should not be missed.

Itinerary

Day 1: New York, USA:

On arrival in New York you will be transferred to your hotel for a 1 night stay. Take some time to enjoy the vibrant sights and sounds of the city

Day 2: New York, USA: Sail 16.00

After a morning at leisure you will be transferred to the port to board Norwegian Gem, operated by NCL Freestyle Cruising. After settling in to your stateroom head out on deck to enjoy the sights of the city from the water as you leave on your cruise.

Day 3: Cruise the Atlantic

Your first day onboard is spent cruising down the American East Coast, away from New York and on to your first port of call, Port Canaveral, Florida. Take some time to enjoy the many onboard facilities available on Norwegian Gem, or just sit back and relax.

Day 4: Port Canaveral (Orlando), USA: Arrive 12.00 Depart 22.00

Port Canaveral, Florida is the gateway to many delightful sights, including the many theme parks of Orlando and the famous Kennedy Space Centrr. Forget fly-cruise, think space-cruise, as Port Canaveral is just minutes from Kennedy Space Center, where you can spend a fascinating day following the progress of the space race. An hour’s drive brings you to Orlando and all the theme park fun and excitement you can handle, while nature lovers may prefer an airboat adventure on the protected wetlands of the Everglades.

Day 5: Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas: Arrive 11.00 Sail 18.00

The Island Resort of Great Stirrup Cay is owned by Norwegian Cruise Line and is private to Norwegian Cruise Line guests. Home to sandy beaches, palm trees and clear waters in a peaceful cove… and you, for one day of sheer beachside indulgence. Snooze the day away in a hammock, enjoy an island barbecue, take out a kayak or sailboat and check out the local inhabitants – schools of madly colourful fish – on a guided snorkelling tour over the reef.

Day 6: Nassau, Bahamas: Arrive 08.00 Depart 18.00

Although Columbus passed this way, it was the British who made their mark on New Providence island building forts to protect their possessions from pirates. Some things don’t change and you could still find treasure snorkelling for pearls at Pearl Island; but some things do and on aptly named Paradise Island, discover Atlantis, one of the most fantastic resort hotels imaginable.

Day 7: Cruise the Atlantic

Leave the Bahamas and the Caribbean behind today as you start your cruise North, heading for your final port of call, New York City. After your time enjoying the Caribbean, this gives you a perfect chance to enjoy the restaurants, games and activities onboard, or just sit back and watch the world go by.

Day 8: Cruise the Atlantic

Your final day onboard sees you continuing your cruise back to New York. Take this time to pick up some onboard souvenirs, pamper yourself in the spa and salon and enjoy a delicious meal in one of the many fabulous restaurants.

Day 9: New York, USA: Arrive 09.00

You arrive back in New York in the early morning, with disembarkation starting after breakfast. Enjoy some last minute shopping in New York before your transfer to the airport and your return flight to Dublin.

Day 10: Dublin, Ireland

You arrive back in Dublin in the early morning after your overnight flight from New York.

Price inclusions

• Direct flight from Dublin to New York
• Airport transfer to the hotel
• 1 night in a centrally located hotel
• Transfer to the port to board Norwegian Gem
• 7 nights onboard Norwegian Gem, based on 2 sharing an inside stateroom
• Meals onboard on a full board basis
• Entertainment onboard
• Return transfer to the airport
• Flight from New York to Dublin
• Taxes and charges of €164

Booking remarks

• Inclusive of taxes and service charges as indicated
• Non refundable or transferrable booking deposit of 10% per person
• Full payment due on confirmation
• 2% surcharge if balance is paid by credit or charge card
• Optional Insurance €48 (conditions apply)
• Upgrade to ocean view stateroom from €90 pp
• Single supplement from €650
• Service charge (gratuities) of €55 pp are not included
• Drinks onboard not included.
• Prices are correct at time of going to press, flight supplements may apply depending on availability of negotiated airfares.

Accommodation details

Norwegian Gem

A Real Treasure

Introducing Norwegian Gem, an exciting ship that offers all the things you love about NCL – all the restaurants, the bars and lounges, and the freedom to enjoy your cruise, your way. On board Norwegian Gem you’ll find yourself wondering what to do next – nap, bowl a few games, get a good workout or just whatever you choose.

Norwegian Gem is a very entertaining ship with big production shows in the Stardust Theatre, dancing in the Spinnaker Lounge and the super-cool Bliss Ultra Lounge. When it’s time to retire for the evening, Norwegian Gem’s wide array of accommodation is sure to impress. All staterooms have a TV, refrigerator, safe, hair dryer and a bathroom with shower.

Norwegian Gem Highlights

Eat: 11 restaurants offering everything from steakhouses, French bistros and Japanese sushi bars to the delightful main dining rooms.

Drink: 9 bars and lounges onboard, with sports bars, cafes, champagne bars, nightclubs and more.

Play: Countless ways to keep entertained, including the swimming pools, sports and fitness centres, libraries, the show lounge and the Body Waves Spa. Children will have a ball with their own activities from toddlers to teenagers.

Staterooms:

Inside Stateroom: Located on Decks 4 & 5, this stateroom has 2 lower beds and a sitting area. Facilities include a tv, fridge, safe and a bathroom with shower and hair dryer.

Ocean View Stateroom: Located on deck 5, this stateroom has two lower beds, a sitting area and a picture window. Facilities include a tv, fridge, safe and a bathroom with shower and hair dryer.

Dates and Prices

Date	Price	Cabin
26 Nov 2010	€1,679	Inside
26 Nov 2010	€1,769	Outisde
26 Nov 2010	€2,329	Single
03 Dec 2010	€1,679	Inside
03 Dec 2010	€1,769	Outside
03 Dec 2010	€2,329	Single
10 Dec 2010	€1,679	Inside
10 Dec 2010	€1,769	Outside
10 Dec 2010	€2,329	Single

Introduction to Scandinavia meets Imperial St. Petersburg

Scandinavia meets St. Petersburg on this Citiescapes Tour. Starting in Stockholm, you will visit Stockholm, Helsinki & St. Petersburg. This tour offers a perfect chance to visit three captivating, yet dramatically different cities of the Baltic.

Itinerary

Day 1: Fly Dublin – Stockholm and check in to the 3 Star Kom Hotel for the next 2 nights.

Day 2-3: Days at leisure to explore Stockholm. On the evening of day 3 you board the Silja Line sailing from Stockholm to Helsinki, which sails to Helsinki overnight.

Day 4: Arrive in Helsinki in the morning. Check in to the 4 Star Hotel Sokos Presidentti for 1 night. Take some time to enjoy the charm of Helsinki.

Day 5: Depart Helsinki by train for St. Petersburg, Tsar Peter the Great’s “Window on the West”. Meet your guide and check in to the 5 Star Renaissance Baltic St. Petersburg for 2 nights. Visit Peter & Paul Fortress in the afternoon.

Day 6: Today you discover the artistic beauty of St. Petersburg, as you are led around the Hermitage Museum, featuring the State Rooms and impressionists exhibition. In the afternoon you go on a panoramic city tour of St. Petersburg, discovering sights such as the Admiralty, St. Isaacs Cathedral, Palace Square & Smolny Convent.

Day 7: Visit Pushkin in the morning, home to Catherine’s Palace. After lunch you take the train back to Helsinki. Check in to the 4 Star Sokos Hotel Presidentti for 2 nights.

Day 8: Enjoy a day at leisure for further exploration of Helsinki.

Day 9: Transfer to the airport for your flight home to Dublin.

Price inclusions

• Flight Dublin to Stockholm with SAS Scandinavian Airlines
• 2 Nights accommodation in the 3 Star Kom Hotel based on 2 sharing
• Buffet Breakfast each morning. Time to explore this wonderful city with its old town, famous Vasa museum and City Hall with its Gold room setting for the Nobel Prize ceremony
• 1 night accommodation onboard Silja Line cruising from Stockholm to Helsinki in a promenade view cabin based on 2 sharing. Sailing at 17.00 arriving the next morning at 09.55
• 1 Nights accommodation in the 4 Star Sokos Presidentti Hotel based on 2 sharing on a bed and breakfast basis. Explore the city with its fine Orthodox churchs, excellant shopping and art museums
• Transfer by train from Helsinki to St. Petersburg
• 2 Nights in the 5 Star Renaissance Baltic St. Petersburg, based on 2 sharing on a bed and breakfast basis
• Tours of Peter and Paul Fortress, the Hermitage, The City of St. Petersburg and Pushkin
• The services of a guide in St. Petersburg
• Transfer by train from St. Petersburg to Helsinki
• 2 Nights in the 4 Star Sokos Hotel Presidentti
• Flight Helsinki to Dublin with Aer Lingus
• Taxes and charges of €81

Booking remarks

• Inclusive of taxes and service charges as indicated
• Non refundable or transferable booking deposit 10% per person
• Full payment due on confirmation
• 2% surcharge if balance is paid by credit or charge card
• Optional Insurance €25 (conditions apply)
• Single room Supplement €460 for the duration
• Prices are correct at time of going to press, flight supplements may apply depending on availability of negotiated airfares

Accommodation details

3 Star Kom Hotel Stockholm

Kom Hotel is a 3* hotel with many rooms of 4* standards, well appointed with outstanding room amenities.

Kom Hotel is your place to stay in Stockholm. Situated in central Stockholm near the Johannes Church within easy reach to the underground and City terminal.

The hotel has 99 comfortably furnished rooms. All rooms are equipped with private bathrooms, direct dial telephone, hairdryer and colour television, with a wide choice of channels etc.

Silja Line

Shopping

Silja Symphony’s Promenade is a paradise for shoppers. The shops tempt both women and men with the latest fragrances, skin care products, CDs, designer clothes – and plenty of other things. Remember that our prices are lower than prices ashore – the more you buy, the more you save! There are more shops available on deck 6 below the Promenade: the Tax-Free Market offers a large selection of beverages and sweets. You can find both novel products and more traditional souvenirs in this shop. Our newest shop is called Trend Shop. The shop with its shoes, scarves and bags is a paradise for women in particular.

Wellness

The new wellness area “Bellamare” on deck 5 offers the possibility to relax in comfortable oriental surroundings in between good food and shopping.

Enjoy a refreshing drink while relaxing on the comfortable divans in the lounge area. There are three saunas, one turkish sauna and traditional saunas for men and women. Don’t worry if you forgot to bring your own beauty products; a selection of products are for sale. Or enjoy a massage or beauty treatment done by our professional staff.

Entrance fee is €8 and includes towel and free use of the saunas and lounge area. For €2 each you can get use of bath robe and bath slippers. When having a treatment the bath robe is included in the price.

Cabins

All cabins are fitted with closet, air conditioning, shower, toilet, hair dryer, radio, telephone with the possibility to install automatic wake-up.

Bars

Silja Symphony’s pub and bars of different styles serve from the departure until early morning serving wines, drinks, music, tapas, good company and beautiful sea views

Restaurants

Silja Symphonys’s restaurants serve delicious dishes to suit all tastes. Try the skilful creations that delight all senses served at Bon Vivant. The famous seafood platter of the Happy Lobster fish restaurant or the ´Captain’s Sword’ skewer in El Capitán also melt in the mouth. The extensive menu of Bistro Maxime includes both traditional and trendier dishes. And how about sampling the selection in the Silja Buffet in a different way: fill your plate with beautiful arrangements of roe, shrimps, traditional island dishes or tapas. Wine, including in the price is served to you at the table. Worth trying! For a snack try the new Mundo quick and easy restaurant on the promenade. Following the self service consept there are three different menus; for breakfast, lunch and night snacks. A wide selection of tasty dishes, in smaller and bigger sizes, are served to the table during the evening.

4 Star Sokos Hotel Presidentti, Helsinki

Refurbished to the highest standards in 2007, The 4 star Sokos Hotel Presidentti, located in the heart of Helsinki boasts 494 rooms, the majority of which are equipped with a twin or double bed, TV, telephone, desk, couch, and en suite bathroom. The Hotel itself has a number of bars and reataurants, meeting rooms, an audiotorium, and a sauna and swimming pool for the guests. It is also located next to the Kamppi Mall, which has some of the best shopping in Helsinki.

5 Star Renaissance Baltic St. Petersburg Hotel

Dates and Prices

Date	Price
11 Oct 2010	€1,559

Introduction to Mediterranean Autumn

Join Citiescapes on this delightful Mediterranean cruise. Set sail onboard MSC Orchestra, operated by MSC Cruises, and cruise to the delightful ports of Genoa, Malaga, Lisbon, Alicante and more. While onboard, MSC Orchestra offers a wide variety of activities, including a theatre, disco, mini golf, beauty salon, video games, childrens play areas, 4D cinema, restaurants, bars & more. This offers you a perfect chance to relax and should not be missed.

Itinerary

Day 1: Barcelona, Spain: Depart 13.00

On arrival in Barcelona you will be transferred to the port to board the family friendly cruise ship MSC Fantasia, operated by MSC Cruises.

Day 2: Genoa, Italy: Arrive 08.00 Depart 19.00

A beautiful port cradled between land and sea.

Cradled between land and sea and with a working port, the Italian vacation destination of Genoa on the west coast of Italy displays its past through her many palaces and the surrounding ancient terraced hills.

Genoa has many different faces; at once a modern metropolis and a rigorous custodian of artistic heritage, as well as an industrious marketplace with centuries-old parks perfect for relaxation.

Genoa hides her riches in an historical centre that looks traditionally seaward yet at the same time exhibits a new beauty achieved by restoring the splendour of ages past.

Day 3: Day at sea

A beautiful port cradled between land and sea.

Cradled between land and sea and with a working port, the Italian vacation destination of Genoa on the west coast of Italy displays its past through her many palaces and the surrounding ancient terraced hills.

Genoa has many different faces; at once a modern metropolis and a rigorous custodian of artistic heritage, as well as an industrious marketplace with centuries-old parks perfect for relaxation.

Genoa hides her riches in an historical centre that looks traditionally seaward yet at the same time exhibits a new beauty achieved by restoring the splendour of ages past.

Day 4: Malaga, Spain: Arrive 13.00 Sail 21.00

Of course the great beaches of nearby Costa del Sol are what have made Malaga one of the most visited regions of Spain. But this town has more to offer than just seaside and sunshine! It was founded already by Phoenicians, and was of great importance in the Moorish epoch. Highly interesting historical remains are left in the town as well as in the entire province. Add to that beautiful landscapes and picturesque villages, Malaga is not to be missed.

Day 5: Cadiz, Spain: Arrive 08.00 Sail 17.00

Cadiz is thought to be the oldest city in Europe. The location of the city of Cadiz is supreme. It is like a tongue stretching out into the Cadiz bay, which forms a fortified peninsula connected to firm land. Under the Phoenician rule it was called Gadir. Unlike other cities Cadizs appearance remains old, quaint but very kempt. As other Andalusian cities, it stands out for its Moorish architecture, narrow cobbled stone streets and the easy going personality of the south.

Day 6: Lisbon, Portugal: Arrive 09.00 Sail 18.00

The Capital of Portugal is also Europes westernmost capital city.With its grandiose views of the Atlantic Ocean and over 20 centuriesof history, there is no shortage of landmarks to visit. Discoverthe gigantic Christ King (Cristo Rei) statue overlookingLisbon from the Tagus River, and the Vasco daGama Bridge, one of Europes longest structure ofits kind. From Gothic to Post-Modern, the citys richcultural history surrounds you while you walk thestreets in one of the most comfortable year-round climates.

Day 7: Gibraltar, Gibraltar: Arrive 14.30 Depart 19.00

Barcelona is the capital of the Catalonia region. It lies along the Mediterranean coast between the mouths of the rivers Besós and Llobregat. In the Northwest a set of hills run parallel to the coast. In the Southwest the old town lies along the port and is divided by the famous La Rambla. Today Barcelona is Spains second biggest city as far as population is concerned and it is the main industrial centre of the country. Barcelona hosts two universities, several museums and libraries and has been a cultural and artistic centre since the Middle Ages.

Day 8: Alicante, Spain: Arrive 13.00 Depart 18.00

Valencia and Castellón make up the three provinces of the Valencian Community, which covers 23,500 km² and is situated on the eastern coast of the peninsula. The coast is 485 km long and borders with Cataluña in the north and Murcia in the south. Alicante with its beautiful boulevard and pleasant shopping street is one of the most well known towns on the Costa Blanca. The coast of Alicante and the Costa Blanca owe its name to the beaches stretching for several kilometres and attract many sun worshippers and pleasure seekers.

Day 9: Barcelona, Spain: Arrive 08.00

You arrive in Barcelona in the early morning, allowing you to have breakfast onboard and some time to relax before disembarkation. You will be met by your driver and transferred to the airport for the flight home.

Price inclusions

• Direct flight from Dublin to Barcelona
• Airport transfer to the port
• 7 nights accommodation onboard based on 2 people or a family of 4 sharing an inside cabin
• Full Board basis
• Onboard entertainment
• Taxes and charges of €215

Booking remarks

• Inclusive of taxes and service charges as indicated
• Price includes check in of 1 standard piece of baggage per adult
• Non refundable, non transferable booking deposit €100 pp
• Full payment due at time of confirmation
• 2% surcharge if paid by credit or charge card
• Optional Insurance €25 pp (conditions apply)
• Outside cabin supplement €40 per person
• Single Supplement €280
• Drinks onboard not included
• A service charge of €7 per person per day is payable onboard
• Prices are correct at time of going to press, flight supplements may apply depending on availability of negotiated airfares.

Accommodation details

MSC Orchestra – One Cruise Ship, Endless Variety

In keeping with the MSC Cruises fleet, MSC Orchestra is a thoroughly modern cruise ship. Launched on 14 May 2007 in Civitavecchia MSC Orchestra is a ‘Musica’class cruise ship offering wonderful facilities and cutting edge design. On board MSC Orchestra you’ll discover airy open spaces and first rate entertainment.

Like all MSC Cruises, a cruise aboard MSC Orchestra revolves around you and, given the facilities on offer, can be pretty much what you want it to be. If relaxation and a quiet life are your cruise goals then you’ll have no trouble achieving them! Alternatively if you want to stay in shape or get fit then feel free to hit the jogging track, the Sports Centre and the Body and Mind Spa. For those who prefer a more leisurely approach to fitness may find a Turkish bath, sauna or a programme of massage will help take the effort out of feeling good – and few things in life compare to the simple pleasure of watching the world literally pass by from the jacuzzi!

Of course sea air and activity always work up an appetite and fortunately MSC Orchestra is well equipped to take you on a culinary adventure. For something a little special why not try the Shanghai Chinese restaurant or the Four Seasons for an a la carte experience? Elsewhere you’ll find that every meal in the L’Ibiscus and Villa Borghese restaurants are occasions in themselves. For snacks – and the best pizza outside Naples – try La Piazzetta!

When you’re out and about you’ll find the décor aboard MSC Orchestra is simply thrilling. Drink in the ambience in the leopard-style Savannah Bar, try your luck at the Palm Beach Casino or catch a spectacular show at the Covent Garden Theatre. You can sample fine wine in La Cantinella, enjoy a fine cigar in La Cubana, visit the art gallery or dance until dawn in the disco.

Dates and Prices

Date	Cabin	Price
25 Oct 2010	Inside	€899
25 Oct 2010	Outside	€939
25 Oct 2010	Balcony	€1,069
25 Oct 2010	Single	€1,179

Introduction to Stockholm & Helsinki

Our “Scandinavian delights” takes in two of the most visited cities in Scandinavia, Stockholm and Helsinki. With direct flights from and to Dublin and an overnight sailing between the cities, this tour offers an ideal opportunity to savour the delights of Scandinavia.

Itinerary

Day 1: Fly Dublin – Stockholm and check in to the 4 Star Rica Hotel or 4 Star First Amaranten Hotel for the next 3 nights.

Day 2-3: Days at leisure to explore Stockholm.

Day 4: Time at leisure in Stockholm before your sailing to Helsinki with Silja Line.

Day 5: Arrive in Helsinki in the morning. Check in to the 4 Star Hotel Sokos Presidentti for 2 nights.

Day 6: Day at leisure in Helsinki.

Day 7: Morning at leisure before your return flight to Dublin.

Price inclusions

• Flight Dublin to Stockholm with SAS Scandinavian Airlines
• 3 Nights accommodation in the 4 Star Rica Hotel or First Amaranten Hotel Stockholm based on 2 sharing
• Buffet Breakfast each morning. 2 days to explore this wonderful city with its old town, famous Vasa museum and City Hall with its Gold room setting for the Nobel Prize ceremony
• 1 night accommodation onboard Silja Line cruising from Stockholm to Helsinki in a promenade view cabin based on 2 sharing. Sailing at 17.00 arriving the next morning at 09.55
• 2 Nights accommodation in the 4 Star Sokos Presidentti Hotel based on 2 sharing on a bed and breakfast basis. Three full days to explore the city with its fine Orthodox churchs, excellant shopping and art museums.
• Flight Helsinki to Dublin with Aer Lingus
• Taxes and charges of €90

Booking remarks

• Inclusive of taxes and service charges as indicated
• Non refundable or transferable booking deposit €100 per person
• Full payment due on confirmation
• 2% surcharge if balance is paid by credit or charge card
• Optional Insurance €25 (conditions apply)
• Single room Supp €350 (€260 October) for the duration
• Prices are correct at time of going to press, flight supplements may apply depending on availability of negotiated airfares

Accommodation details

Silja Line

Shopping

Silja Symphony’s Promenade is a paradise for shoppers. The shops tempt both women and men with the latest fragrances, skin care products, CDs, designer clothes – and plenty of other things. Remember that our prices are lower than prices ashore – the more you buy, the more you save! There are more shops available on deck 6 below the Promenade: the Tax-Free Market offers a large selection of beverages and sweets. You can find both novel products and more traditional souvenirs in this shop. Our newest shop is called Trend Shop. The shop with its shoes, scarves and bags is a paradise for women in particular.

Wellness

The new wellness area “Bellamare” on deck 5 offers the possibility to relax in comfortable oriental surroundings in between good food and shopping.

Enjoy a refreshing drink while relaxing on the comfortable divans in the lounge area. There are three saunas, one turkish sauna and traditional saunas for men and women. Don’t worry if you forgot to bring your own beauty products; a selection of products are for sale. Or enjoy a massage or beauty treatment done by our professional staff.

Entrance fee is €8 and includes towel and free use of the saunas and lounge area. For €2 each you can get use of bath robe and bath slippers. When having a treatment the bath robe is included in the price.

Cabins

All cabins are fitted with closet, air conditioning, shower, toilet, hair dryer, radio, telephone with the possibility to install automatic wake-up.

Bars

Silja Symphony’s pub and bars of different styles serve from the departure until early morning serving wines, drinks, music, tapas, good company and beautiful sea views

Restaurants

Silja Symphonys’s restaurants serve delicious dishes to suit all tastes. Try the skilful creations that delight all senses served at Bon Vivant. The famous seafood platter of the Happy Lobster fish restaurant or the ´Captain’s Sword’ skewer in El Capitán also melt in the mouth. The extensive menu of Bistro Maxime includes both traditional and trendier dishes. And how about sampling the selection in the Silja Buffet in a different way: fill your plate with beautiful arrangements of roe, shrimps, traditional island dishes or tapas. Wine, including in the price is served to you at the table. Worth trying! For a snack try the new Mundo quick and easy restaurant on the promenade. Following the self service consept there are three different menus; for breakfast, lunch and night snacks. A wide selection of tasty dishes, in smaller and bigger sizes, are served to the table during the evening.

Sokos Hotel Presidentti, Helsinki

Refurbished to the highest standards in 2007, The 4 star Sokos Hotel Presidentti, located in the heart of Helsinki boasts 494 rooms, the majority of which are equipped with a twin or double bed, TV, telephone, desk, couch, and en suite bathroom. The Hotel itself has a number of bars and reataurants, meeting rooms, an audiotorium, and a sauna and swimming pool for the guests. It is also located next to the Kamppi Mall, which has some of the best shopping in Helsinki.

Rica Hotel Stockholm

Rica Hotel Stockholm is a contemporary luxury hotel with an amazing winter garden, and al fresco breakfast dining in the summer months. Get a fortifying lunch at the Oasen restaurant before hitting the streets-all the sights are just a short walk away. Then, why not round your day off with a relaxing sauna before crawling into bed.

First Hotel Amaranten Stockholm

First Hotel Amaranten is a modern hotel located in downtown Stockholm. The hotel restaurant serves prime international cuisine and offers a wide selection of wines. Amenities include a fitness studio and wellness spa complete with sauna and indoor pool.

Dates and Prices

Date	Price
11 Aug 2010	€779
06 Oct 2010	€799

Introduction to Croatian Islands Cruise

Join Citiescapes on this delightful cruise around the islands of Croatia. Set sail from Dubrovnik onboard your island cruiser and visit the ports of Mljet, Korcula, Sibenik, Kotor & more. Coupled with some time to enjoy the sun, staying at the 5 Star Radisson Blu hotel, this is a perfect way to see Croatia.

Itinerary

DAY 1. DUBROVNIK

Fly from Dublin to Dubrovnik. Transfer to the 5 Star Radisson Blu Hotel for an overnight stay.

DAY 2. DUBROVNIK

You will be welcome on board from 17.00. Settle into your cabin before the presentation of the crew followed by a welcome cocktail served in the lounge and dinner on board. Free evening.

DAY 3. DUBROVNIK – MLJET

Breakfast on board. In the morning, optional guided tour of the city of Dubrovnik. Nicknamed “the pearl of the Adriatic”, the city is spread out before the sea at the foot of a range of rugged limestone mountains. The ancient city of Ragusa is famous for its ramparts, which date from medieval times, and its numerous pre-Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque buildings. You will be able to explore: the Franciscan monastery (14th century) where the cloister in the Romanesque style is composed of twin columns on which the capitals, which are all different, take the form of human and animal heads or are adorned with floral motifs, followed by the Rector’s palace, once the seat of government, now converted into a museum and, finally, the cathedral on Marin Drzic Square, rebuilt between 1672 and 1713 on the ruins of a Romanesque church. Your tour will also take you past the two Onofrio Fountains (1438 and 1441) in front of the church of St Blaise (18th century) and the Sponza palace, a superb edifice which mixes the Gothic and Renaissance styles. Back to the boat for lunch around 13h. Free afternoon to enjoy Dubrovnik. We suggest a stroll around the ramparts*. These fortified walls which completely encircle the old town are 2 km long and up to 25 m in height. From the ramparts you will get a very beautiful view over the old town. Back on board for the evening. Dinner followed by an evening of dancing. Departure of the cruise around midnight.

DAY 4. MLJET – KORCULA

Breakfast during the cruise. Arrival in Mljet around 09.00. Situated between the island of Korcula and Dubrovnik, this is one of the most beautiful islands in the Adriatic. Optional excursion: departure on foot to board local boats to get to the monastery. The particularity of the island lies in its two lakes: Malo Jezero and Veliko Jezero. A Benedictine monastery rises on an islet in the middle of Veliko Jezero. Built in the 12th century in the Romanesque style and reworked many times over time, it is now dressed up in Renaissance and Baroque architecture. Back on board at the end of the morning. During lunch, cruise to Korcula. Arrival around 14.00. Optional guided tour of the town. You can only explore this town on foot. You will visit St Mark’s cathedral (1420), testimony to the skill of the stone cutters and the talent of the sculptors of the period. You will see its sumptuous doorway flanked by two lions, a work by the Milanese artist, Bonino, and in the lunette Saint Mark the evangelist, the town’s museum which houses ancient Greek and Roman artefacts, the icon museum. Back on board for the evening. Dinner on board, followed by a traditional “sabre dancing” evening.

DAY 5. KORCULA – SIBENIK

Departure early in the morning. Breakfast during the cruise. Morning’s sailing through an exceptional landscape. We will pass the islands of Hvar, Brac and Split. Lunch on board. We will reach Sibenik around 14.00. Optional guided tour of the town and the Krka falls. During this visit you will discover the cultural heritage as well as the present day life of the oldest Slav settlement in the Adriatic. You will visit its historic centre with its maze of narrow streets from the 15th and 16th centuries and St James’ cathedral build entirely of stone. You will then board your coach which will take you to the Krka falls. The Krka flows for 75 km from its spectacular source near Knin to the Adriatic which it reaches at Sibenik. The Krka widens and forms a lake before narrowing again at Skradinski Buk. It is here that the site is at its most beautiful: the water cascades over 17 travertin shelves which succeed each other over a short distance. Back on board for dinner and an evening with the crew.

DAY 6. SIBENIK – TROGIR – SPLIT

Departure of the cruise early in the morning, breakfast on board. Arrival in Trogir around 8h. Optional tour of the town. Built on the island it covers, Trogir is a little jewel with narrow labyrinthine street scattered with stairways and vaulted passageways. The town has been classed as a world heritage site by UNESCO. You will discover the superb St Laurence cathedral (13th century). Back on board at the end of the morning. Sail to Split. We will be sailing along the Dalmatian coast, arrival in Split around 15.00. The second largest city in Croatia, it is the heart of central Dalmatia. Split, first of all, is the palace that Diocletian had built outside the city of Salona. It is then a medieval city which surrounded the palace and developed all around. Optional tour of the city which will take you to the Titova Obala, a vast walkway overlooked by the southern façade of the palace. From the Roman period of Diocletian’s palace, all that remain are the relatively well conserved ramparts, and Diocletian’s mausoleum, which was converted into a cathedral towards the end of the 7th century, to which a bell tower was added between the 13th and 17th centuries. The visit will allow you to see the peristyle, Jupiter’s temple and Saint Domnius’ cathedral. The ancient mausoleum of Diocletian has kept its original structure surrounded by 24 columns. Back on board at the end of the day. Dinner on board. Free evening.

DAY 7. SPLIT – VIS – HVAR

Departure of the cruise early in the morning. Breakfast on board. We will reach Vis around 10.00. The most westerly of the Dalmatian islands and the least known, as it was for a long time closed to tourists, is a pearl which really has to be seen: unspoilt landscapes, a rugged coastline sheltering numerous creeks and coves, in a word the most authentic island in the entire Adriatic. Freedom to explore the town, founded by the Greeks in 390 BC under the name of Issa at the end of an immense bay. Back on board for lunch and departure of the cruise for Hvar, which we will reach in the afternoon. Optional guided tour of the town which will begin on the main square, Trg Svetog Stjepana. This is one of the biggest and oldest squares in Dalmatia. A must see is St Stephen’s cathedral with its bell tower. This edifice was built in the 16th and 17th centuries on the foundations of an earlier cathedral destroyed by the Turks. Passing along the port, we will continue to the Franciscan monastery dating from the 15th century. The visit will allow you to explore its cloister and its refectory, where there is an exhibit of lace, coins, maritime charts and rare books. Back on board for the gala dinner, followed by an evening of dancing. Departure of the boat during the night for Kotor.

DAY 8. KOTOR – DUBROVNIK

Breakfast during the cruise. Arrival in Kotor during the morning. The Kotor estuary is quite unique: the sea sweeps in for several kilometres, forming a number of calm bays which were once furrowed by a powerful naval force which made some ports extremely wealthy. The abundant rainfall and the temperate climate in this fjord-like bay explain the luxuriance of the vegetation. Lunch. Optional guided tour of Kotor. Exploration of the old town on foot. You will visit Saint Tryphon cathedral, built in the 9th century after sailors from Kotor brought back the relics of Saint Tryphon from Asia Minor, and the maritime museum. Back on board around 16h and departure of the cruise for Dubrovnik, which we will reach in the evening. Dinner on board. Free evening.

DAY 9. DUBROVNIK

Breakfast on board. Disembarkation at 09.00. Transfer to the 5 Star Radisson Blu Hotel for a day at leisure and overnight.

DAY 9. DUBROVNIK

Day at leisure. Afternoon transfer to the airport for your return flight to Dublin.

Price inclusions

• Flight Dublin to Dubrovnik
• Airport transfer to the Hotel
• 2 nights accommodation in the 5 Star Radisson Blu Hotel, 1 night before and 1 night after the cruise, based on 2 sharing on a B&B basis
• 7 nights accommodation onboard in a lower deck cabin
• Full Board basis onboard
• Welcome Cocktail
• Gala evening
• Return transfer from the hotel to the airport
• Services of a representative
• Flight Dubrovnik to Dublin
• Taxes and charges of €108

Booking remarks

• Inclusive of taxes and service charges as indicated
• Non refundable or transferable booking deposit 10% per person
• Full payment due on confirmation
• 2% surcharge if balance is paid by credit or charge card
• Optional Insurance €25 (conditions apply)
• Single supplement €670 for duration
• Drinks onbaord not included
• Prices are correct at time of going to press, flight supplements may apply depending on availability of negotiated airfares

Accommodation details

WELCOME ONBOARD…

Our crew will welcome you when you come aboard and will accompany you to your cabin. A welcome drink will be served in the lounge bar when the crew is introduced. We will also give you full information on the cruise and present the various excursions which punctuate the journey at our ports of call.

Host(ess)

This person is present throughout the cruise. S/he will organise pre-meal games, the evenings and the aerobics sessions, and will provide you with information on the places we travel through. S/he will accompany you on your “exploratory” walks in certain towns. We call upon local guides, however, during excursions and tours.

Entertainment

Apart from the various ports of call which punctuate your cruise, a certain number of events and entertainments will be available depending on the duration of your cruise: pre-meal games, aerobics, evening with the crew, gala evening, dancing.

Shop

Here you will find postcards, stamps, souvenirs and practical items.

Cabins

All of our cabins have a large picture window and are air conditioned. They are fitted with a bathroom with shower, washbasin and WC. Bath towels are provided. For your comfort, they also have satellite television, radio, a hairdryer and a safe. Depending on the boat, our cabins have twin beds, a double bed or 2 beds which can be separated. The voltage on board is 220V. A telephone allows you to call other cabins, reach reception or programme your wake-up call, but you cannot call or be called from outside the boat.

Do not forget to leave your keys at reception at the end of your cruise.

Drinks Card

Aboard our boats, your drinks purchases (during meals and at the bar) are made using drinks cards worth € 15 or € 50. These can be purchased at the bar during the cruise. When you order drinks, the value of your order is ticked off. At the end of the cruise, any value remaining on the card will be refunded.

Captain

This person is responsible for navigation and the crew (sailors, helmsmen). In the event of climatic variation, the captain alone is entitled to decide to modify the itinerary of the cruise. He will also allow you to visit the bridge.

Purser

This person is responsible for catering and accommodation aboard the boat. In a sense, he is the boat’s conductor and is in direct relation with the passengers. Efficient and discreet, he will be ever-present and helpful during your cruise.

Excursions

The excursions offered are optional. If you did not book them when booking your cruise, you may do so on board (find out about all of the excursions offered on this river at the end of this document).

Smoking / Non Smoking

The entire boat is no smoking (cabin, dining room, corridors, reception, etc. The lounge bar is the only place where a distinction is made between smoking and no smoking areas.

Doctor

There is no doctor on board. If needed, the Purser will contact the closest medical service.

Sun Deck

The ideal place to enjoy the fresh air and a wonderful view of the landscape. It is laid out with armchairs and deck chairs provided free of charge.

Tipping

Tipping is left to the discretion of the customer.

Reception

Reception is manned every day, morning and afternoon (except on boarding and disembarkation days). You will be informed of this on board.

Dates and Prices

07 July 2010 €1,659 Book this

14 July 2010 €1,659 Book this

21 July 2010 €1,659 Book this

28 July 2010 €1,659 Book this

04 August 2010 €1,659 Book this

11 August 2010 €1,659 Book this

24 August 2010 €1,659 Book this

Introduction to Norwegian Summer Fjords

The unique coast of Norway is your destination on this 7 night, full board ocean cruise. Cruise along the coast, visiting picturesque towns, stunning glaciers and captivating fjords before cruising back to Dublin. This cruise offers a truly memorable experience and should not be missed.

Itinerary

Day 1: Dover, England:

On arrival in London you will be transferred to the port for check in and boarding. The ship departs in the evening for Bergen, Norway.

Day 2: Cruising, North Sea:

Your first full day onboard is spent cruising north, along the coast and across the North Sea. Take some time to enjoy the many facilities available onboard Balmoral.

Day 3: Bergen, Norway:

A historic Hanseatic League trading and fishing port.

With a dramatic mountain backdrop, Bergen preserves a colourful mix of cobbled streets, picturesque medieval houses, colonaded shops and lively cafés. Don’t miss the old harbour’s famous Bryggen quayside. You can visit the nearby summer home of composer Edvard Grieg at Troldhaugen, set amid glorious countryside – or take a trip to the top of Mount Floeyen with its panoramic views.

Day 4: Olden, Norway:

Situated within the magnificent Nordfjord.

At the head of three valleys amid the sublimely peaceful surroundings of the Inner Nordfjord, idyllic Olden is the key to a not-to-be-missed journey up to the frozen cascade of the million-years-old and ever-advancing Briksdal Glacier, best-known of the gigantic Jostedal’s many icy arms.

Day 5: Flam, Norway:

Little Flam lies at the southern end of the Aurlandsfjord, one of the branches of the beautiful Sognefjord.

From the tiny village you can enjoy a spectacular 40-minute rail journey spiralling nearly 3,000ft up a steep mountain gorge to Myrdal. Flam claims Norway’s oldest church (built in 1667) – and with its traditionally decorated walls also arguably the prettiest.

Day 5: Vik, Norway:

An old Viking settlement.

Vik is located at the heart of Sognefjord along the south bank. The town itself offers a huge variety of attractions, a must see are the silver workshops as well as the Christmas markets. From here you can discover the breathtaking Arnafjord or the World Heritage landscape of Nærøyfjorden.

Day 6: Farsund, Norway:

The stunning municipality of Farsund.

The incredible scenery around Farsund has inspired countless artists, with a rugged coastline, sandy beaches, and many beautiful islands, mountainous and forest regions.

Day 7: Cruising, North Sea:

Your last day onboard is spent cruising south, away from Norway and on to your final port of call, Dover. Take a chance to relax onboard Balmoral, or take part in one of the many onboard activities.

Day 8: Dover, England:

Your cruise ends this morning with your arrival in Dover. Disembarkation begins after breakfast, and you will be met by your driver for your transfer to the airport and your flight home.

Price inclusions

• Direct flight from Dublin to London
• Airport transfer to the port
• 7 nights accommodation onboard based on 2 sharing an inside cabin
• Full Board basis
• All onboard entertainment
• Return transfer from the port to the airport
• Direct flight London to Dublin
• Taxes and charges of €105

Booking remarks

• Inclusive of taxes and service charges as indicated
• Non refundable or transferable booking deposit of 10% per person
• Full payment due on confirmation
• 2% surcharge if balance is paid by credit or charge card
• Optional Insurance €25 (conditions apply)
• Outside cabin supplement from €120 pp
• Single supplement for inside cabin on request
• Drinks onboard not included.
• Prices are correct at time of going to press, flight supplements may apply depending on availability of negotiated airfares.

Accommodation details

Balmoral

At 43,000 tonnes and carrying around 1,300 passengers, Balmoral is the largest and most recent ship in the Fred. Olsen fleet, and the first to bear the name of the Scottish home of the Royal Family. Balmoral offers a wide choice of facilities, yet is still small enough to let you feel entirely at ease.

The public rooms are designed on a Scottish theme, but overall the atmosphere is entirely British. The main restaurant, Ballindalloch, takes it’s name from the Speyside village and castle, while the two other formal restaurants are named after the rivers Avon and Spey. You can dine informally in the Palms Cafe, while the sea-pub “Morning Light” is the place for some of the evening entertainment, alongside the main shows and dancing in the Neptune and Lido lounges. If you prefer something quieter, why not enjoy magnificent views while enjoying a drink in the Observatory Lounge.

Among it’s other facilities Balmoral has swimming pools, jacuzzis and a gym where you can get fit while enjoying superb sea views. You don’t have to be too energetic – relax in one of the on deck jacuzzis, enjoy a spa treatment, or just top up your tan while reading a book from the well stocked library.

Dates and Prices

Date	Cabin	Price
21 Aug 2010	Inside	€1,279
21 Aug 2010	Outside	€1,399
21 Aug 2010	Superior	€1,659

Introduction to Queen Victoria’s Summer Getaway

Set sail to the cities of Northern Europe on this Citiescapes Ocean Voyage. Embark on your voyage onboard Queen Victoria, the luxurious ocean liner operated by Cunard Lines. This delightful voyage gives you a perfect chance to explore the cities and ports of Amsterdam, Zeebrugge and Le Havre.

Itinerary

Day 1: Southampton, England: Depart 18.00

On arrival in Southampton you will be transferred to the port to board the ocean liner Queen Victoria, operated by Cunard Line. The ship departs in the evening, setting sail for her first port of call, Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Day 2: Amsterdam, Netherlands:

After the overnight voyage from Southampton, you arrive in Amsterdam. Queen Victoria remains in port overnight, allowing you ample opportunity to enjoy the many delightful sights and sounds that Amsterdam has to offer.

Day 3: Amsterdam, Netherlands

It’s as picturesque as you could wish for with countless tree-lined canals, flower markets, bridges and picture-perfect gabled houses dating from the Golden Age of trade. Then there are the art galleries – some of the finest in the world, the poignant rooms of Anne Frank’s house and a cosy ‘brown café’ on every street corner.

Day 4: Zeebrugge, Belgium:

Zeebrugge is your gateway to Brussels, Bruges and Ghent. The old capital of the Duchy of Burgundy, Brussels is famed for its fine cuisine. Bruges and Ghent are perhaps the best-preserved cities in Northern Europe. Bruges is a remarkably preserved 13th Century town, wander cobbled streets and sample the atmospheric cafés and restaurants huddled around peaceful canals.

Day 5: Le Havre, France:

What will be your lasting impression? Seine Bay’s remarkable light that so inspired the impressionists? A café au lait on the traditional seafront? Strolling the wonderful beach? All memories to treasure.

Normandy is rich in English history. The city of Caen was the favourite city of William the Conqueror. Bayeux is home to the famed tapestry that chronicles the Norman Conquest. And to the west lie the beaches of D-Day: Juno, Sword, and Gold

Day 6: Southampton, England:

Your voyage ends this morning in Southampton. After breakfast you will be met by your driver and transferred to the airport for your return flight to Dublin.

Price inclusions

• Direct flight from Dublin to Southampton
• Airport transfer to the port
• 5 nights onboard Queen Victoria, based on 2 sharing an outside stateroom
• Meals onboard on a full board basis
• Entertainment onboard
• Return transfer from port to airport
• Flight from Southampton to Dublin
• Taxes and charges of €105

Booking remarks

• Inclusive of taxes and service charges as indicated
• Non refundable or transferrable booking deposit of 10% per person
• Full payment due on confirmation
• 2% surcharge if balance is paid by credit or charge card
• Optional Insurance €25 (conditions apply)
• Single supplement available on request
• Drinks onboard not included
• Prices are correct at time of going to press, flight supplements may apply depending on availability of negotiated airfares.

Accommodation details

Queen Victoria

Queen Victoria seamlessly fuses the distinctive Cunard heritage of civilized travel with an array of enticing modern amenities. As you embark, you’ll encounter the dramatic three-tier Grand Lobby, whose magnificent staircase and eye-catching artwork offers a lavish taste of life aboard. Walk around the ship and you’ll see elaborate chandeliers adorn the Queens Room double height ceiling to enhance its calm grandeur. The Winter Garden is all light and relaxation, very much colonial in tone, with decked floors and leafy foliage – its glass roof even opens to the warm breeze. Elegant and stylish, every public room will create a unique ambience where our renowned White Star Service will continue to surpass expectations.

Staterooms:

Ocean View Stateroom:

At any time of the day your stylish stateroom, occupying up to 201 square feet, provides a welcome enclave of comfort and good taste. Wrap yourself in the soft bathrobe, ease into your slippers, then settle down to a film on your TV. Our turndown service sets the tone for a comfortable nights sleep. Guests dine at a reserved table for either early or late dining in the Britannia Restaurant.

Amenities include:

• Complimentary 24-hour room service
• Half bottle of sparkling wine at embarkation
• Interactive TV with multi language film and music channels
• Direct-Dial telephone
• Refrigerator, safe and hair dryer
• Bath robe & slippers
• Nightly turndown service with pillow chocolate
• Daily shipboard newspaper
• Daily fresh fruit (on request)
• 220V 3-pin and 110V 2-pin Sockets

Dates and Prices

Date	Cabin	Price
27 Aug 2010	Outside	€1,359

Introduction to Mediterranean Treasures

Set sail around the Western Mediterranean on this Citiescapes Ocean Cruise. Embark on your cruise onboard Norwegian Epic, the largest cruise ship built for the European Market. This delightful cruise gives you a perfect chance to explore the cities and ports of Barcelona, Naples, Livorno, Palma and more.

Itinerary

Day 1: Barcelona, Spain: Depart 18.00

On arrival in Barcelona you will be transferred to the port to board the family friendly cruise ship Norwegian Epic, operated by NCL Freestyle Cruising.

Day 2: Cruising, Mediterranean Sea:

Your cruise begins with a day cruising on the Mediterranean Sea. Take the time to become acquainted with your home for the next few days, Norwegian Epic.

Day 3: Livorno (Florence/Pisa), Italy: Arrive 07.00 Sail 19.00

From this Ligurian port you can visit Pisa, to see the 11th century Duomo cathedral and world-famous Leaning Tower. Visiting the legendary Florence is also possible. This Renaissance city of the Medici grand dukes, where the peerless art treasures of the Uffizi and a majestic prospect of domes, towers and spires are framed by the distant Tuscan hills.

Day 4: Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy: Arrive 07.00 Sail 19.00

Gateway to Rome – Italy’s ‘Eternal City’, living monument to a 3,000-year history that shaped the civilisation of our Western world.

From the Colosseum and Forum of Ancient Rome to the city’s great masterpieces of Renaissance and Baroque art and architecture, the emblems of past grandeur and wealth provide a grandiose backdrop for the elegant designer boutiques, pavement cafes, inviting trattorie and countless sophisticated pleasures of today’s vibrant capital.

Day 5: Naples (Pompeii), Italy: Arrive 07.00 Sail 19.00

Delve into thousands of years of history in old Naples. Perfectly located between the Bay of Naples and Mount Vesuvius, just walking around is the best way to discover the city, not far from the fascinating remains of Pompeii and the island of Capri.

Day 6: Cruising, Mediterranean Sea:

Your day at sea gives you a chance to relax and enjoy the many facilities onboard Norwegian Epic. With countless places to eat, drink and play, you are sure to find something to entertain you.

Day 7: Palma, Majorca: Arrive 06.00 Depart 18.00

An intriguing blend of traditional charm and modern style, the city of Palma lies in a gorgeous bay. Discover a mix of cathedrals and castles, sleek yachts and art galleries and craft shops and chic boutiques.

Day 8: Barcelona, Spain: Arrive 05.00

You arrive in Barcelona in the early morning, allowing you to have breakfast onboard and some time to relax before disembarkation. You will be met by your driver and transferred to the airport for the flight home.

Price inclusions

• Direct flight from Dublin to Barcelona
• Airport transfer to the port
• 7 nights onboard the Norwegian Epic, based on 2 sharing an inside stateroom
• Meals onboard on a full board basis
• Entertainment onboard
• Return transfer from port to airport
• Flight from Barcelona to Dublin
• Taxes and charges of €180

Booking remarks

• Inclusive of taxes and service charges as indicated
• Non refundable or transferrable booking deposit of 10% per person
• Full payment due on confirmation
• 2% surcharge if balance is paid by credit or charge card
• Optional Insurance €25 (conditions apply)
• Upgrade to balcony stateroom from €170 pp
• Single supplement from €160
• Child and family prices available on request
• Drinks onboard not included.
• Prices are correct at time of going to press, flight supplements may apply depending on availability of negotiated airfares.

Accommodation details

Norwegian Epic

PREPARE TO EMBARK UPON THE REMARKABLE.

It all began with Freestyle Cruising® – where Norwegian Cruise Line reinvented the way people cruise by giving them the freedom to do whatever. Now we’d like to welcome you to Norwegian Epic: Norwegian Cruise Line’s incredible new ship that reinvents cruising once again. Be one of the first to experience the many exciting, new entertainment options and amazing nightlife, including the first true ice bar at sea.

Norwegian Epic also has some of the most innovative and flexible accommodations ever – from our new Studios specifically designed and priced for the solo traveler and exclusive access to The Studio Lounge to our private Villas. Add 20 different dining options and you’ll see why we say this is Freestyle Cruising on a truly grand scale.

Norwegian Epic Highlights

Eat: 17 restaurants offering everything from steakhouses, French bistros, Italian farmhouses and Japanese sushi bars to the delightful main dining room.

Drink: 18 bars and lounges onboard, with cocktail bars, cafes, champagne bars, nightclubs and more.

Play: Countless ways to keep entertained, including the swimming pools, aqua park, bowling alleys, sports and fitness centres, the show lounge and the Mandara Spa. Children will have a ball with their own activities from toddlers to teenagers.

Staterooms:

Inside Stateroom: Located on Decks 10, this stateroom has 2 lower beds and a sitting area. Facilities include a tv, fridge, safe and a bathroom with shower and hair dryer.

Ocean View (balcony) Stateroom: Located on decks 8 & 9, this stateroom has two lower beds, a sitting area and a spacious balcony. Facilities include a tv, fridge, safe and a bathroom with shower and hair dryer.

Studio (single) Stateroom: Located on deck 12, this stateroom has a full size bed, sitting area and access to the Studio stateroom only “Living Room” lounge. Facilities include a tv, fridge, safe and a bathroom with shower and hair dryer.

Dates and Prices

12 June 2011

Date	Cabin	Price
12 Jun 2011	Inside	€1,359
12 Jun 2011	Balcony	€1,529
12 Jun 2011	Single	€1,719

31 July 2011

Date	Cabin	Price
31 Jul 2011	Inside	€1,519
31 Jul 2011	Balcony	€1,969
31 Jul 2011	Single	€1,739

25 September 2011

Date	Cabin	Price
25 Sep 2011	Inside	€1,239
25 Sep 2011	Balcony	€1,599
25 Sep 2011	Single	€1,399

Introduction to Iberian Delights Cruise

Join Citiescapes for this 5 night NO FLY Cruise and you can discover a selection of great destinations across Ireland, Spain and France. Set sail from Dublin onboard Oceana or Azura, both operated by P&O Cruises, and cruise south, to your first port, Cobh.

From Cobh, one of Europe’s largest natural harbours, you can spend a day exploring Cork. The bustling city centre is home to fascinating shops and markets and traditional Irish music can be heard drifting out of the many pubs. The town of Blarney, with its famous Blarney Stone lies just six miles inland.

Heading south you make your approach to Spain. Nestled on its northern coast is Bilbao, a city now well-known because of the spectacular Guggenheim modern art gallery.

Wander along the winding alleys of Casco Viejo and visit the gothic Cathedral de Santiago. Following the coast north to France, your next call is the maritime city of Brest. As well as boasting a naval museum and a massive Oceanopolis, it is also your gateway to the ruggedly scenic province of Brittany. After a day here, you begins your journey back to Southampton.

Itinerary

Day 1: Dublin, Ireland:

Oceana & Azura, operated by P&O cruises, your home for the next 5 nights, welcome you in Dublin Port. You are free to board in the afternoon and enjoy the delights to be found onboard, before you commence your journey in the evening, as she sails out of Dublin Bay, en route to Cork, your first port of call.

Day 2: Cork, Ireland:

Cork  is Irelands second largest city.

Here you can visit St Finbarrs Cathedral, Cork City Museum and the 19th Century Cork Jail. Dont miss your opportunity to visit Blarney Castle, a short ride away, to kiss the Blarney Stone! Alternatively you can remain onboard to enjoy the delightful facilities available.

Day 3: Cruising, Atlantic Ocean:

Spend the day cruising south, away from Ireland and on to the Iberian peninsula today. Take some time to enjoy the many activities available onboard.

Day 4: Bilbao, Spain:

The Basque city and cruise port of Bilbao in northern Spain has become one of the hottest destinations in Europe following the opening of the imaginatively-designed Guggenheim modern art gallery, which is an architectural work of avant garde art in its own right.

Until then, Bilbao was very much a working city but it has always boasted a lively old town dating from the 14th century. Through the winding alleyways of the Casco Viejo you can stop to sample tapas at the many exceptional local bars and restaurants.

Other sights include the arcaded Plaza Nueva and the Gothic Cathedral de Santiago. One of Spain’s most important art collections is housed across the city at the Museo de Bellas Artes. This features works dating from the 12th century through to contemporary art by Cezanne, Gauguin and Francis Bacon.

Day 5: Brest, France:

Set in one of Europe’s finest natural harbours, France’s main naval port Brest is steeped in maritime history and is also a gateway into the ruggedly scenic and proudly Celtic province of Brittany. The maritime museum is inside the city’s Motte Tanguy Castle and Tower, which perches on a headland overlooking the beautiful harbour.

In keeping with its nautical traditions, Brest is also home to Oceanopolis, a massive new attraction dedicated to the sea and its many forms of marine life.  It is quite easy to lose track of time and spend a whole day getting up close and personal with every species of fish imaginable in the 42 aquariums highlighting Polar, Tropical and Temperate oceans.

The city centre is just across from the cruise dock and there you will find streets with evocative names like La Fayette and Bougainville and an array of shops, bars, restaurants, theatres and museums.

Day 6: Southampton, England:

You arrive in Southampton early in the morning, with disembarkation beginning after breakfast. You will be met on the dock by our driver for your private transfer to Pembroke for the 14.45 sailing from Pembroke to Rosslare.  Club class seating is provided onboard Isle of Inismore.

Price inclusions

• 5 nights accommodation onboard Oceana or Azura based on 2 sharing an inside cabin
• Full Board basis
• £25 onboard spend per person (£50 on August 30 departure)
• All onboard entertainment
• Private transfer from Southampton to Pembroke
• Ferry crossing from Pembroke to Rosslare
• Club Class seating onboard the ferry
• Taxes and charges of €55

Booking remarks

• Inclusive of taxes and service charges as indicated
• Non refundable or transferable booking deposit of 10% per person
• Full payment due on confirmation
• 2% surcharge if balance is paid by credit or charge card
• Optional Insurance €25 (conditions apply)
• Outside cabin supplement from €110 (Aug) €230 (Sep) per person
• Single supplement for inside cabin €840 (Aug) €891 (Sep)
• Drinks onboard not included.
• Prices are correct at time of going to press,  supplements may apply depending on availability of negotiated fares.

Accommodation details

Oceana – August 30 departure

Lively and glamorous, Oceana is a cruise liner that’s full of personality. Her impressive atrium, adorned with palm trees, creates that holiday feeling as soon as you step on board. With deck bars, pools and many balcony Staterooms, she is the perfect cruise ship for sunny climates.

First time cruisers will love the atmosphere of this ship. As will those looking for a spontaneous and sociable style of cruise holiday. Laugh. Relax. Enjoy. Oceana’s wide range of entertainment and facilities appeal to all ages. You can play tennis in her sports court – housed in her funnel. Unwind in her whirlpool spas. Try your luck in the casino. And dance the night away in Le Club.

Dining on Oceana offers great variety and flexibility. From fine five course meals in the main restaurants, to freshly grilled dishes under the stars there is something for every occasion.

Highlights:

• 12 places to drink
• Cafe Jardin (Marco Pierre White restaurant)
• Ocean view gym
• Sports court housed in her funnel
• Monto Carlo casino
• Golf simulator
• Le Club – late night venue
• Freedom Dining
• Open deck restaurant
• 530 seat theatre
• Tate Talks by Tate Modern
• 4 pools
• Family facilities
• Spa

Azura – September 23 departure

P&O Cruises’ superliner Azura blends all the much-loved P&O Cruises traditions with exciting modern luxuries and innovations. Her atmosphere is stylish, sophisticated and serene. And every element of life on board is delivered with a meticulous attention to detail. You can enjoy glamorous formal occasions as well as delightful spontaneous ones. Every day is different – a new chapter in your holiday story.

Azura is a ship designed to offer you the ultimate in relaxation and pampering. And The Retreat – her exclusive outdoor spa terrace, is the place to experience this at its best. Alfresco massages and wonderful views are just two of the delights you can savour.

Her dining experiences are truly exceptional. Behind every one of her restaurants you’ll find passion, flair and expertise. Michelin-star chef Atul Kochhar’s venue Sindhu, serves dishes blending India’s homeland spices with familiar British tastes and textures. Whilst The Glass House is a wine connoisseurs dream – a place for sipping vintages selected by expert Olly Smith – as you dine on succulent seafood and grill menus. For entertainment there is dancing in the Atrium; music in Manhattan; drinks in Brodie’s; and mesmerising shows, of two very different kinds, in The Planet Bar and The Playhouse. There is also SeaScreen. Suspended above her Aqua Pool, it delivers a rather special cinematic experience, day and night.

Highlights:

• Sindhu, fine Indian-style restaurant created by Atul Kochhar
• The Glass House – with wines selected by Olly Smith
• The Retreat – exclusive outdoor spa terrace
• SeaScreen – alfresco cinema
• The fleet’s first Single Staterooms
• 3 deck atrium with dance floor
• 12 places to drink
• Planet Bar – with plasma screen showing the world’s most striking natural and man-made wonders
• Two tier, 800 seat theatre
• Oasis Spa & Thermal Suite with couples and balcony treatment rooms
• Ocean view gym
• 3 main pools

Dates and Prices

Oceana – August 30 2010

Date	Cabin	Price
30 Aug 2010	Inside	€1,399
30 Aug 2010	Outside (Obstructed)	€1,569
30 Aug 2010	Outside	€1,629
30 Aug 2010	Balcony	€1,759
30 Aug 2010	Inside Single	€2,290

Azura – 23 September 2010

Date	Cabin	Price
23 Sep 2010	Inside	€1,489
23 Sep 2010	Outside (Obstructed)	€1,599
23 Sep 2010	Outside	€1,749
23 Sep 2010	Balcony	€1,779
23 Sep 2010	Deluxe Balcony	€2,229
23 Sep 2010	Inside Single	€2,329