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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 TripWhy 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
  • Themed bars, lounges and restaurants

  • 9 hole miniature golf course

  • Ice-skating rink

  • ShipShape Fitness Center & Spa – Exercise equipment, sauna, massage, and beauty salon

  • Card Room – Cards, bridge tournaments, and board games

  • Library – Impressive selection of books and guidebooks

  • Boutiques– Merchandise-perfume, jewelry, liquor and cruise wear

  • Nightly Entertainment – Features contemporary musical stage productions and headline entertainment

  • Casino Royale – Slot Machines, Video Poker, Blackjack, Roulette, and Caribbean Stud Poker

  • Dining Room – Extensive menus are offered in the three-story dining room

 

Price Includes

 

  • 7 nights accommodations on our first class ship

  • All meals on board (20 meals)

  • Most above amenities of the ship while on board

  • 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

Day

Ports of Call

Arrive

Depart

Sat Oct. 18

Barcelona, Spain

 

7:00 p.m.

Sun Oct. 19

Villefranche, (Nice) France

     10:00 a.m.

8:00 p.m.

Mon Oct. 20

Livorno (Florence/Pisa) Italy

7:00 a.m.

7:00 p.m.

Tue Oct. 21

Civitavecchia (Rome) Italy

7:00 a.m.

7:00 p.m.

Wed Oct. 22

Naples/Capri, Italy

7:00 a.m.

7:00 p.m.

Thu Oct. 23

Palermo (Sicily), Italy

7:00 a.m.

7:00 p.m.

  Fri Oct. 24

At Sea-Cruising

 

 

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 - 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 

 

Friday Oct. 17                     USA to Barcelona, Spain

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.    

 

Monday Oct. 20                  Livorno (Florence/Pisa), Italy         7am-7pm   

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.

 

Tuesday Oct. 21                  Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy             7am-7pm 

            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.       

 

Thursday Oct. 23               Palermo (Sicily), Italy                         7am-7pm      Today you get to visit the exciting area of Italy known as Sicily!  Maybe visit Palermo, known as the jewel in the crown of Sicily, located on a wide bay beneath the shadow of Mount Pellegrino. It is an internationally famed city with modern day treasures and priceless ancient monuments of architecture and art.  Or learn about the making of “Olio Verde,” a luscious extra virgin olive oil. Visit Cefalu’ on a guided walking tour of this attractive city with many narrow streets, delightful shops, antiques, & colorful ceramics or visit the heart of the Sicilian countryside for a panoramic view of Corleone; visit the vineyards of the Calatrasi Winery to sample some wines. 

                  

Friday Oct.  24                    Day at Sea

    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 TripWhy 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!

 

 

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