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5th
Annual Mediterranean Cruise
South of France-Italy
October 17-25, 2008
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Sail in & out of Barcelona to French Riviera (Monte
Carlo/ Nice)--Florence/Pisa--Rome--Naples/Capri—Sicily
Join us….. for a week of cruising fun
on this wonderful Mediterranean cruise aboard Royal Caribbean’s
“Voyager of the Seas” cruise ship. This unforgettable 7-night
cruise will take you to some of Europe’s most popular, trendy
and exotic cities! We sail from Barcelona, Spain, home of the
1992 Summer Olympics, to Nice (Villefranche), France-giving you
the opportunity to visit the unique area of the south of France
on the famed French Riviera, with your choice of visiting Monte
Carlo or Nice. Next ports of call are in Italy; first Livorno
(Florence and Pisa), then Civitavecchia (Rome), then Naples,
where we can take excursions to scenic Sorrento, historic
Pompeii or the enchanting Isle of Capri. Our next port is in
exciting Palermo in Sicily! After these exciting and varied
ports of call we head back to Barcelona and home!
Great cruise but must sign up early- a
must to get good rates!
Pre Cruise
Optional-Spain Trip—
Why not
extend your vacation! Join the cruise AFTER taking our Spain
trip that starts in Madrid and includes Cordoba, Seville, and
extra time in Costa del Sol on the Mediterranean to pursue a lot
of activities this area has to offer including the Alhambra or a
day trip to exciting Morocco! Lots of sightseeing in this
wonderful country and then board the cruise ship! Call for
details and/or view the itinerary on our website.
Our Ship
The ‘Voyager of the
Seas’ provides the perfect on-board experience as you sail
from one picturesque European port to the next. On board, you
will find several luxurious amenities that are the hallmark of
luxury cruising and make Royal Caribbean one of the most popular
first class cruise lines in the world consistently rated at the
top of the cruise industry rankings for service, luxury, food
and entertainment. The ship features a three-story dining room,
ice skating rink, rock wall, a mini golf course, an adult pool,
casino, and a Broadway style theatre which features musical
stage productions and headline entertainers.
Voyager of the Seas Features
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Themed bars, lounges and
restaurants
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9 hole miniature golf
course
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Ice-skating rink
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ShipShape Fitness Center &
Spa – Exercise equipment, sauna, massage, and beauty salon
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Card Room – Cards, bridge
tournaments, and board games
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Library – Impressive
selection of books and guidebooks
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Boutiques–
Merchandise-perfume, jewelry, liquor and cruise wear
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Nightly Entertainment –
Features contemporary musical stage productions and headline
entertainment
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Casino Royale – Slot
Machines, Video Poker, Blackjack, Roulette, and Caribbean Stud
Poker
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Dining Room – Extensive
menus are offered in the three-story dining room
Price Includes
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7 nights accommodations on our first class ship
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All meals on board (20 meals)
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Most above amenities of the ship while on board
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Dining and dancing every night with the group

Why not join our Spain
trip prior to the cruise for a great two week vacation in Europe!
Oct 17
Fly overnight to Barcelona and join the cruise on October 18
Cruise Itinerary
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Day |
Ports of Call |
Arrive |
Depart |
Sat Oct. 18
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Barcelona, Spain |
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7:00 p.m. |
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Sun Oct. 19 |
Villefranche, (Nice) France |
10:00 a.m. |
8:00 p.m. |
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Mon Oct. 20 |
Livorno (Florence/Pisa) Italy |
7:00 a.m. |
7:00 p.m. |
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Tue Oct. 21 |
Civitavecchia (Rome) Italy |
7:00 a.m. |
7:00 p.m. |
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Wed Oct. 22 |
Naples/Capri, Italy |
7:00 a.m. |
7:00 p.m. |
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Thu Oct. 23 |
Palermo (Sicily), Italy |
7:00 a.m. |
7:00 p.m. |
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Fri Oct. 24 |
At Sea-Cruising |
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Sat Oct. 25 |
Barcelona, Spain |
6:00 a.m. |
Debarkation |
Shore excursions to cities
are available at an additional cost. All itineraries are subject to
change without notice.
Port
Descriptions (In
Brief- includes some optional tours that may be offered by the
cruise line at an additional cost)
Monte Carlo/Nice, France
Monte
Carlo & Grand Casino-Explore
the Rock of Monaco, and catch a glimpse of the Grand Prix Motor Race
circuit en route to the Grand Casino.
Florence/Pisa, Italy
Historical Florence and
Accademia Museum-Visit the Church of Santa Croce, known as
Italy’s Westminister Abbey because of all the Italian monarchy
buried there.
Rome, Italy
Imperial Rome
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Experience the history of Rome as you wander around the Colosseum
and Roman Forum, and stand beneath the Arch of Titus. A Taste of
Rome- Visit Vatican City & see St. Peter’s Basilica.
Naples, Italy
Amalfi Drive, Sorrento and Naples
– Take a ride up the Amalfi Coast. With its ocean views and
beautiful villas, it’s one of the most breathtaking stretches of
road in the world. Take a boat trip to the beautiful island of Capri
and spend time browsing the shops at the Piazzeta. Visit Pompeii.
Sicily (Palermo), Italy
Although there are many
markets in Palermo, La Vucciria is probably the most famous.
"Vucciria" means "voices" or "hubbub", and this casbah-style
marketplace is full of such commotion. Bring home a piece of Palermo
culture and tradition, Sicilian marionettes or "pupi" are
representative of the highest-quality area craftsmanship.
Itinerary
Depart USA for Barcelona!
Saturday Oct. 18
Barcelona Spain Sails at
7pm
After
arriving in Barcelona, transfer to the cruise pier to board the
ship. The afternoon is free to explore the ship at your leisure.
Our ship sails at 7pm this evening and we will have a planned
get-together this evening.
Sunday Oct. 19
Villefranche (Nice), France 10am-8pm
Today
the incomparable French Riviera! Optional shore excursions include
an excursion to visit the palace of Monaco and the famed casino of
Monte Carlo. Drive along the Middle Corniche Road and see the
pine-studded peninsula of St. Jean Cap Ferrat and the medieval
village of Eze. Explore some of the stunning beaches of Nice and
St. Tropez, as our ship does not depart till 10pm, so you have a
full day and evening to savor the Riviera's charms.
Enjoying
the optional excursions into Florence and Pisa is a must today! See
historical Florence and the Accademia Museum –home of the famed
statue of David. Visit the Church of Santa Croce, known as Italy’s
Westminster Abbey, where all of the Italian monarchy is buried.
Visit the legendary leaning tower of Pisa and other sites. Our ship
departs at 7pm, allowing a full day for exploration.
Today enjoy optional excursions into
classical Rome. You’ll have a choice of many tours including the
famed Coliseum, the Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain and more. Enjoy
free time to visit Vatican City and see the Sistine Chapel and St.
Peter's Basilica. Experience the history of this great city!
Wednesday Oct. 22
Naples/Capri, Italy 7am-7pm
We visit the
most charming areas of southern Italy at this port! From Naples we
can take optional excursions to stroll the quaint streets
of Sorrento, or visit the ruins of Pompeii, a civilization destroyed
by the legendary eruption of Mt. Vesuvious in ancient times.
Another favorite is the Isle of Capri, one of the most unique island
cultures anywhere in the world- an island built on top of an
island. Here you can also visit the famed "Blue Grotto", a cave
where the sunlight shines in such a way as to create a crystal like
reflection on the blue waters. Above Capri is AnaCapri, where
delightful shopping, restaurants and panoramic views await
visitors.
Enjoy a fun day at sea to relax and savor the many amenities of our
floating resort. Go swimming or just relax on a chaise lounge on the
deck. Take part in on board activities offered by the cruise line
and meet with your fellow travel companions for a day to explore the
ship! Work out in the fitness room, get a massage, play cards!
Saturday Oct. 25
Barcelona, Spain Arrive
6am
This morning we disembark
the cruise ship. Those returning home today can be transferred back
to the airport with the cruise line transfer if they wish (price
listed below). Make your flight out after 10:00am.
Some
of the tours and sightseeing information offered in the cruise
itinerary are optional excursions offered at an additional price by
the cruise line. The tours offered will be subject to the cruise
line offerings. You can also arrange some trips on your own in the
ports that others in the group might want to do together.
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Price |
Double Occupancy,
per person
$799.00 - Inside cabin
$1099.00 - Ocenaview
Single Occupancy
(We can match you with a roommate)
$1598.00 -
Inside cabin
$1999.00 - Oceanview
ADD---$ 159.00
Port charges to
above rates per person
ADD---$ 83.00 +
$35.00 Government taxes and fuel surcharges (total $118.00)
to above rates per person
Important!—Above
prices are subject to change and are based on availability
at time of booking.
** PLEASE NOTE:
We hold the above group rates for our groups, but
once they are sold out from our group allotment the price
can go higher per the cruise line. You must sign up early to
get these group rates. Price is based on availability at
time of booking. Waiting to sign up can result in a higher
price per the cruise line.
Due
to a new group policy at RCCL, we only have a limited time
to sell our low group rates. Please sign up by early spring
to get our low group rates before the rates go up.
Transfers-$27.00
each way ($54 for
roundtrip)
transfers through the cruise line.
Airfare-
Flights are
into and out of Barcelona. For arrival flights into
Barcelona, arrive by 3pm at the latest (earlier is
better!). For departure flights-make flights after 10:00am
from Barcelona airport.
Travel
Insurance is
highly recommended. We will send you a travel insurance
pamphlet with your cruise payment deposit receipt. Pleas
review it and sign up directly with the insurance company.
Cruise price does
not include
airfare, passport fees, insurance, transfers, shore
excursions, tips to staff on the ship & to guides on tours,
items of a personal nature,
specialty restaurant fees,
some beverages, photographs, medical services, etc.
Valid passports
are required for travel and should be valid up to 6 months
after the cruise date. Non U.S. citizens are responsible for
consulting your local consulate regarding necessary
passports/visas for entry and boarding.
Pre
Cruise Optional-Spain Trip—
Why not
extend your vacation! Join the cruise AFTER taking our Spain
trip that starts in Madrid and includes Cordoba, Seville,
and extra time in Costa del Sol on the Mediterranean to
pursue a lot of activities this area has to offer including
the Alhambra or a day trip to exciting Morocco! Lots of
sightseeing in this wonderful country and then board the
cruise ship! Call for details and/or view the itinerary on
our website. |
Fine Print – Mediterranean Cruise October 17-25,
2008 Your
payment of the required deposit or full payment for a reservation on
this trip constitutes consent and acknowledgement of all the
provisions in the fine print listed below and in the Singles Travel
Company General Terms and Conditions. Please make sure you read both
of these important pieces of information and call us with any
questions. Per the cruise line all
itineraries and prices are subject to change without notice and
shore excursions offered will be at the discretion of the cruise
line.
Ships' Registry: Bahamas.
Deposit and Final Payment
A deposit of $ 250.00 for a double cabin and $500.00 for a
single occupancy cabin is due with your reservation along
with the reservation form. Deposits are due now (spring) for our
low group rates. Final payments are due 75 days prior to cruise.
Checks preferred but credit cards are accepted. (Make checks
payable to Travel Advisors).
Cancellation Fees and Refunds-
All cancellations must be in writing. For
any cancellations made 91 days or more prior to departure date of
trip, a full refund of the trip deposit will be provided, less a $50
cancellation service fee that will be charged to your credit card.
For any cancellations 90 days or less prior to the trip
date, no refund will be provided. After airline tickets are
issued, airline cancellations are per the airline’s policy and/ or
the cruise line if purchased through the cruise line operator.
Travel insurance is
highly recommended!
Download full Terms and
Conditions (PDF)
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