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With the clocks springing forward and the bright yellow wash of daffodils blanketing parks across the country, the new season is

well and truly here, isn’t it?

As we all welcome in those brighter days and lighter nights here at Travel

Counsellors, I’m looking ahead to balmy summer days and beyond, and I’m really

pleased to welcome you to our latest cruise brochure.

Inside, you’ll find inspiration for cruise holidays from now through to 2018,

whether you’re hoping for sunny shores, a winter city break or somewhere to

welcome in spring.

Read on to discover new ships, new sailings, wonderful destinations to explore, tailor-made itineraries created just for you, and promotions lasting into next year so that you can start planning your trip in

advance.

I hope you enjoy our cruise brochure and that it inspires you to voyage across the

globe. Wherever you’d like to set sail from, let’s create your perfect cruise holiday.

HELLO

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Regent Seven Seas

Cruises

Fred.Olsen Cruise Lines

Hurtigruten

Next Generation

Mountains, Lakes and the Inside

Passage

Cunard

P&O Cruises

APT

City Cruises

Jazz, Beaches and Mayan Ruins

Crystal River Cruises

Amazing Asia

Oceania Cruises

Princess Cruises

Scenic

Cruises Around The

World

Spices, Tea and Rubber Trees

Crystal Cruises

Holland America Line

Riviera Travel

Tailored Trips

A Blur of Colours and Cultures

AmaWaterways

Mediterranean Medley

Silversea

Celebrity Cruises

Emerald Waterways

Multigeneration Cruises

Seabourn

Carnival Cruises

Viking River Cruises

British Airways

Amadeus River Cruises

LUXURY CRUISING

OCEAN & FAMILY CRUISING

RIVER CRUISING

FANCY A READ?

THE TAILORED COLLECTION

WHY BOOKWITH US?

Tailored itineraries crafted for you

Luxury hotel stays? Exciting excursions? Specialist itineraries? From pre-cruise hotel stays to post-cruise adventures, I will work with you to craft your perfect voyage. As Travel Counsellors is an independent company, we have personal relationships with the world’s best cruise lines so we can

tailor-make whatever you desire!

Your money is completely safe

Nobody protects your money like Travel Counsellors – in fact our unique financial protection is the very best in travel. Everything that you book with your Travel Counsellor is completely protected, so all you’ll need to worry about is what you’re

going to pack!

Complete peace of mind

At Travel Counsellors, our unique service extends well beyond simply booking your cruise holiday. I’m on hand 24 hours a day from the moment you get in touch with your travel plans to the moment you arrive back at your front door, post-cruise. There’s always someone to help, so you can relax

and enjoy your holiday.

We are independent

Travel Counsellors are not tied in to any specific airlines, hotels, cruise lines or attractions providers so you can be absolutely confident that the holiday I recommend has been built to suit your exact needs and

budget.

Expert advice

Whether you’re new to cruising or not, I’ll take the time to understand what you like and what you don’t. From the types of cabins available to the different cruise lines, I’ll discuss your needs and craft a holiday

that fits you perfectly.

Princess Cruises: Majestic Princess, 2017

Sailing around Europe in spring 2017 before heading to her new home in Shanghai, some of the exciting destinations Majestic Princess will call at include Japan, Korea and Thailand. You’ll find all of the luxurious facilities Princess Cruises are known for, including dazzling entertainment, haute cuisine, and the astounding SeaWalk®, a glass walkway that’s over the sea!

Majestic Princess

Uniworld: S.S. Joie De Vivre, 2017

Exploring the rivers of France, this luxurious ship is a marvel of antiques, gleaming wood, and golden accents. Evoking elegant Parisian charm, the beautifully designed S.S. Joie De Vivre features a spa and wellness centre, a show kitchen to delight foodies, and a glamorous dining space for magical evenings as you sail along the River Seine.

S.S. Joie De Vivre

Crystal Cruises: Four new river yachts, 2017/2018

Four new river yachts join Crystal Cruises’ fleet this year - Crystal Mahler and Crystal Bach setting sail in July and August 2017, and Crystal Debussy and Crystal Ravel launching in 2018 – with Crystal Mahler and Crystal Bach setting sail in July and August 2017. Expect all-inclusive luxury (including a butler service for every suite) and fascinating itineraries and on-shore excursions on Europe’s waterways.

Celebrity Cruises: Celebrity EdgeTM, 2018

Celebrity Edge is a spectacle of art installations and contemporary design. Expect two-storey Edge Villas, a rooftop garden, and the breathtaking Magic Carpet. Nestled on the starboard side of the ship, the Magic Carpet is an outward-facing, cantilevered floating space with seating, a bar and space for live music.

Celebrity Edge

Royal Caribbean: Symphony of the SeasSM, 2018

Seeking on-board adventures? Royal Caribbean’s newest ship offers activities galore – and plenty to delight all ages. Along with climbing walls, surf simulators and high-speed slides, expect the largest spa and fitness space at sea and an incredible array of activities for children.

NEXT GENERATION

NEXT GENERATION

LUXURYCRUISINGWith exquisite décor, opulent touches (on-board helicopters, and fridges filled with your favourite tipple!) and impeccable service, sailing on a luxury cruise offers an extraordinary way to see the world.

Travel Counsellor Su and her husband set sail on Regent Seven Seas Cruises’ Seven Seas Explorer®, dubbed The Most Luxurious Ship Ever BuiltTM, and wrote a poem about her incredible experience: “You could not be wowed as you were welcomed onboard,

As her sheer magnificence could not be ignored,

The decor simply awesome it takes your breath away,

Much more then we could have imagined I really must say,

The opulence of Explorer, both inside and out,

Is completely unrivalled of that I’ve no doubt”

Su, Travel Counsellor

Why should you cruise with Regent Seven Seas Cruises?

Regent Seven Seas Cruises® is the most inclusive, ultra-luxury cruise experience at sea. As well as free flights and transfers, on board their guests want for nothing – fine dining, premium wines, and spirits, wi-fi, and free unlimited shore excursions in every port of call where their fleet of four intimate, all-suite ships – with a fifth being launched in 2020 - sail to every corner of the globe including Europe, the Caribbean, Alaska, Hawaii, South Pacific Islands, Africa, South America,

Cuba and more.

Luxuriously Intimate, All-Suite Ships

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FREE Unlimited Shore Excursions

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FREE Return Flights and Transfers

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Regent Seven Seas

ITINERARY Monte Carlo | Portofino | Antibes | Provence | Port Vendres | Palma de Mallorca | Valencia | Barcelona

Veranda Suite from £3,759pp

RETURN TO GLAMOUR

SHIP Seven Seas Explorer®

DATE 8 May 2018DURATION 7 Nights

Monte Carlo

Exclusive offer *$300 ship board credit per suite - All Suite, All Balcony PLUS! Up to 38 free shore excursions

ITINERARY Tokyo | Osaka | Kochi | Hososhima | Kagoshima | Jeju | Seoul | Hiroshima | Shimizu | Tokyo

Deluxe Veranda Suite from £6,829pp

PEACEFUL GARDENS & PAGODAS

SHIP Seven Seas Mariner®

DATE 15 April 2019DURATION 12 Nights

Tokyo

Exclusive offer *$500 ship board credit per suite - Best Seller PLUS! Up to 30 free shore excursions

ITINERARY Venice | Umbria | Dubrovnik | Kotor | Corfu | Messina | Naples | Rome

Veranda Suite from £3,859pp

MEDITERRANEAN PALETTE

SHIP Seven Seas Explorer®

DATE 14 October 2017DURATION 7 Nights

Corfu

Exclusive offer *$300 ship board credit per suite - Ship launched in July 2016 PLUS! Up to 27 free shore excursions

ITINERARY Miami | Costa Maya | Harvest Caye | Santo Tomas De Castilla | Roatan | Cozumel | George Town | Key West | Miami

Deluxe Veranda Suite from £3,899pp

RUINS OF THE MAYANS

SHIP Seven Seas Voyager®

DATE 6 December 2018DURATION 10 Nights

Costa Maya

Exclusive offer *$400 ship board credit per suite - Ship Newly Upgraded PLUS! Up to 47 free shore excursions

Why should you cruise with Oceania Cruises?

Oceania Cruises combines the sophisticated elegance of a private hotel with the flexibility and adventure of sea travel. Exciting and exotic worldwide itineraries with extensive shore excursion choices and expert on board lecturers, fine dining in a wide choice of open-seating restaurants including speciality restaurants all at no additional charge.

Savour the World with the Finest Cuisine at Sea™

Fares include flights from London, selected regional airports available on request

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Variety of distinctive open-seating dining venues, included at no additional charge

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The Finest Cuisine At Sea™ Destination Specialists

Intimate and Luxurious Ships

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ITINERARY Fly UK/ Barcelona | Embark Marina And Sail To Provence (Marseille) | Monte Carlo | Florence/Pisa/Tuscany (Livorno) | Rome (Civitavecchia) | Amalfi/Positano | Taormina (Sicily) | Mykonos | Santorini,Thessaloniki | Volos | Athens (Piraeus)/ Fly UK

Deluxe Oceanview from £2,717pp

RENAISSANCE & RELICS

SHIP MarinaDATE 16 October 2017DURATION 12 Nights

Barcelona

Free internet plus choice of 6 Free Excursions or $600 on board spend or House Select Drinks Package

ITINERARY Embark Marina In Southampton And Sail To Paris (Honfleur) | Saint-Malo | Brest | La Rochelle | Bordeaux (Le Verdon) | Biarritz (Saint-Jean-De-Luz) | Bilbao | Gijon | Southampton


EUROPEAN QUEST

SHIP MarinaDATE 23 May 2018DURATION 10 Nights

Bilbao


ITINERARY Fly UK/ Barcelona | Embark Marina And Sail To Malaga | Arrecife (Lanzarote) | Santa Cruz De La Palma | Santa Cruz De Tenerife | Las Palmas De Gran Canaria | Tangier | Almeria | Valencia | Barcelona/ Fly UK


SPOTLIGHT ON SPAIN

SHIP MarinaDATE 21 November 2017DURATION 12 Nights

Valencia


ITINERARY Fly UK/ Athens (Piraeus) Embark Riviera And Sail To Gythion | Katakolon | Taormina (Sicily) | Valletta | Heraklion (Crete) | Rhodes | Santorini | Patmos | Athens (Piraeus)/ Fly UK


GLORIOUS GREECE

SHIP RivieraDATE 14 October 2018DURATION 10 Nights

Crete


Oceania

Why should you cruise with Silversea?

All-suite and spacious ocean-view accommodation comes with butler service. Beautifully appointed lounges and bars offer an elegant yet relaxed ambience. Fine dining; beverages including wines, beers and spirits; and on board gratuities are always included.

For the curious traveller, Silversea Expeditions offer unique, awe-inspiring journeys to some of the world’s most exotic destinations, including Antarctica and the Galápagos Islands, aboard their fleet of expedition vessels. Discover the art of luxury travel as

perfected by Silversea.

All-Inclusive, nothing extra

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Your very own personal butler

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Small luxury ships – all accommodation is ocean view

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Silversea

ITINERARY Barcelona | Palma | Ibiza | Algero | Elba | Livorno | Civitavecchia (Rome)

Vista Suite from £4,250pp

MEDITERRANEAN CRUISE

SHIP Silver SpiritDATE 9 August 2017DURATION 9 Nights

Livorno

Book by 2 May 2017 and choose a two category upgrade, 50% saving on a second suite

ITINERARY Bridgetown | Bequia | St Vincent and Grenadines | St George's | Kralendijk | Antilles | Oranjestad | Aruba | Bridgetown


CARIBBEAN & CENTRAL AMERICA CRUISE

SHIP Silver Wind DATE 9 December 2017DURATION 7 Nights

Aruba

Early Booking Bonus: Save 10% if you book and pay in full by 2 May 2017*

ITINERARY Capetown | Port Elizabeth | East London | Durban | Richards Bay | Maputo | Mozambique | Madagascar | Tanzania | Kenya | Seychelles | Mayotte


AFRICA & INDIAN OCEAN

SHIP Silver Spirit DATE 15 January 2018DURATION 18 Nights

Kenya


ITINERARY Bali (Benoa) | Komodo | Kupang | Darwin | Cairns | Townsville | Whitsunday Islands | Brisbane | Sydney

Classic Veranda from £8,450pp

SOUTH PACIFIC ISLANDS CRUISE

SHIP Silver MuseDATE 21 December 2018DURATION 12 Nights

Bali


Why should you cruise with Cunard?

If you haven’t sailed with Cunard before, prepare yourself for a unique treat. Cunard’s three Queens are grand in scale yet stylish down to the smallest detail, each one is a world unto herself. An oasis of discovery and relaxation, and the perfect setting from which to explore new destinations or

old favourites.

Cunard’s White Star Service is a shiningexample of how best to treat every guest

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Cunard’s flagship, Queen Mary 2, was remastered in 2016, offering new levels

of luxury

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The Grills are the epitome of the Cunard experience, and offer a new level

of indulgence

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Cunard

ITINERARY Barcelona (overnight onboard) | Palma de Mallorca | Malaga | Gibraltar | Lisbon | Southampton

Balcony from £1,049pp

IBERIAN HIGHLIGHTS

SHIP Queen VictoriaDATE 4 November 2017DURATION 9 Nights

Palma de Mallorca

Includes $190pp on board spend

ITINERARY Southampton | Halifax (Nova Scotia) | New York


WESTBOUND TRANSATLANTIC CROSSING

SHIP Queen Mary 2DATE 4 August 2017DURATION 8 Nights

New York


ITINERARY Fly to Athens | Sarande | Heraklion | Rhodes | Mykonos | Athens | Olympia | Dubrovnik | Split | Venice (overnight onboard) | Fly to UK


GREEK ISLES, CROATIA & ITALY

SHIP Queen VictoriaDATE 7 October 2017DURATION 14 Nights

Split


ITINERARY Southampton | Madeira | Tenerife | Walvis Bay - Namibia | Cape Town (overnight onboard) | Port Elizabeth | Reunion | Mauritius | Perth | Busselton | Adelaide | Melbourne | Kangaroo Island | Melbourne | Sydney | Fly to UK

Inside from £5,499pp

WORLD VOYAGE

SHIP Queen Mary 2DATE 10 January 2018DURATION 45 Nights

Mauritius

Includes flights PLUS $500pp on board spend

Why should you cruise with Crystal Cruises?

Onboard Crystal Symphony and Crystal Serenity, All-Inclusive cruising includes speciality dining in the most exquisite of restaurants including the Nobu-influenced “Silk Road” and the Sushi Bar; fine wines, premium spirits and beers throughout the ship; open bar service in all lounges; complimentary soft drinks, bottled water and speciality coffees and pre-paid gratuities for housekeeping, bar and dining staff as well as Butler service in

Crystal Cruises’ Penthouses.

Crystal is consistently voted World’s Best, by the readers of Condé Nast Traveler

Magazine

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Sail around the world on your choice of 7 to 129-night voyages

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Crystal Cruises

ITINERARY Dubai (overnight onboard) | Doha | Abu Dhabi (overnight onboard) | Mahé (overnight onboard) | Nosy Bé | Maroantsetra | Mauritius/Port Louis (overnight onboard)

Deluxe Oceanview Suite from £3,140pp

INDIAN OCEAN DISCOVERY

SHIP Crystal SymphonyDATE 21 November 2017DURATION 17 Nights

Abu Dhabi

Crystal Clear Choices discount of £255 pp OR onboard spending credit of $600 pp. Book by 30 June 2017

ITINERARY Fort Lauderdale | Turks & Caicos/Grand Turk | Grand Cayman/George Town | Key West | Fort Lauderdale

Deluxe Oceanview Suite from £1,459pp

TROPICAL TREASURE

SHIP Crystal Serenity DATE 20 November 2017DURATION 7 Nights

Grand Cayman

Crystal Clear Choices Offer discount of £255 pp OR onboard spending credit of $600 pp. Book by 30 June 2017

Why should you cruise with Seabourn?

Cruising with Seabourn is unlike any other form of travel. The experience is luxurious, yet relaxed … elegant, yet casual … sumptuous, yet understated. These intimate ships are the perfect blend of glamorous elegance, impeccable service, exquisite cuisine and highly personalised destination experiences, all of which have earned Seabourn some of the most coveted

awards in travel.

New “Ventures by Seabourn” tours by Kayak and Zodiac explore natural wonders

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Seabourn has created a partnership with world-renowned chef Thomas

Keller

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Seabourn

ITINERARY Bridgetown | Devils Island | Natal | Recife | Vitoria | Armacao dos Buzios | Rio de Janeiro (overnight onboard) | Montevideo | Buenos Aires

Ocean View Suite from £5,199pp

BRAZILIAN EXPLORATION

SHIP Seabourn Quest DATE 11 November 2017DURATION 18 Nights

Rio de Janiero

Includes a complimentary Verandah upgrade for the price of Ocean View

ITINERARY Piraeus (Athens) | Skopelos | Mykonos | Naxos | Agios Nikolaos | Syracuse | Valletta


MALTESE & GREEK ISLES

SHIP Seabourn OdysseyDATE 29 July 2017DURATION 7 Nights

Athens

Enjoy a luxurious sense of style, elegance and grace

We’re so used to zooming from place to place as quickly as possible and it’s all too easy to miss the little moments on the way. The spectacular scenery that seems to roll by as we gently drift past, gazing at every inch. The excitement of seeing a tiny tip of land come into view as we feel the sea air on our skin. Often, these are the moments that become some of our favourite travel memories, aren’t they?

Sydney

This year, why not take a moment to slow down and make the journey a part of your travels. And, what better way to do so than by sailing around the world? From watching with anticipation as the ports come into view to sipping a glass of wine as the sun sets in the distance, travelling by sea is a truly wonderful way to enjoy every moment of your travels.

Sri Lanka

There are many world cruises to choose from, with different destinations, itineraries and lengths depending upon the places you’d like to experience and the time of year you can travel. Many voyages explore the globe for upwards of 80 days, allowing you to discover a whole host of far-flung shores from Japan to Sri Lanka to Australia and experience the breathtaking facilities on these opulent ships. If travelling for, say, 120 days isn’t quite possible, try joining the ship at one of its ports; your journey might be shorter but you’ll still explore the world at a delightful pace.

Hong Kong

CRUISESAROUND THEWORLD

CRUISES AROUND THE WORLD

OCEAN & FAMILYCRUISINGHoping for something to occupy the restless while you unwind? Set sail across the ocean. These mesmerising ships offer activities galore, from children’s clubs to golf, Broadway-style shows to pampering spas.

Travel Counsellor Lani and her family went on their first cruise in December 2016. They sailed out of Sydney on Carnival Spirit, having chosen the ship because of the fun amenities for children:

“With nearly everything included, you know up front what your holiday is costing you (aside from drinks and shore excursions) and it’s entirely up to you how much you do – if you like being on the go all the time, then there is a full programme of activities that could have you running from one end of the ship to the other every day, but you can also choose to just sit on a deck chair and stare out to sea (with a cocktail or two if you so desire!) and be equally as happy.”

Lani, Travel Counsellor

Why should you cruise withFred. Olsen Cruise Lines?

New 2018/19 Cruises now available

With five departure ports conveniently located across the UK and more than 200 ports of call to choose from, you can travel the whole world with Fred. Olsen, from the impossible beauty of the Norwegian Fjords to the inspirational monuments of South America - and

almost everywhere in between.

Your tips covered on all 2018/19 sailings*

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OR three cruises for the price of two**

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Plus upgrade to All-Inclusive drinks from just £15pppn***

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Fred Olsen

ITINERARY Dover | Cádiz | Peniscola (port at Anchor/tender) | Palamos | Monaco (Port at anchor/tender) | Cannes (Port at anchor/tender) | Almería | Leixões (for Oporto) | Dover

Interior from £1,899pp

FILM STARS & CLASSIC CARS

SHIP BoudiccaDATE 5 May 2018DURATION 16 Nights

Oporto

Experience the Monaco Historic Grand Prix & The Cannes Film Festival

ITINERARY Liverpool | Scenic cruising | Leknes | Scenic cruising | Tromsø | Honningsvåg | Scenic cruising | Pyramiden (Port at anchor/tender) | Scenic cruising | Longyearbyen | Klaksvik | Tórshavn | Liverpool


EXPLORING REMOTE SPITSBERGEN

SHIP Black WatchDATE 27 June 2018DURATION 15 Nights

Leknes

Sail to within 700 nautical miles of the North Pole & experience the midnight sun

ITINERARY Port of Tyne (Newcastle) | Bremen (overnight) | Cruising Weser River | Hamburg | Kiel Canal Transit | Kiel | Warnemünde | Kiel Canal Transit | Port of Tyne (Newcastle)

Interior from £999pp

GERMANY & BREMEN BEER FESTIVAL

SHIP BalmoralDATE 19 October 2018DURATION 9 Nights

Hamburg

Experience the annual Freimarkt and Beer Festival in Bremen

ITINERARY Fly UK | Port Louis (overnight) | Praslin Island (Port at anchor/tender, overnight) | Victoria | Mamoudzou (Port at anchor/tender) | Hell-Ville (Port at anchor/tender) | Diego Suarez (Antsiranana) | Port Reunion | Port Louis | Fly UK


ISLANDS OF THE INDIAN OCEAN

SHIP BoudiccaDATE 1 November 2018DURATION 14 Nights

Madagascar

Experience stunning scenery, amazingwildlife and pristine beaches

Why should you cruise with Princess Cruises?

Experience the feeling of being completely eclipsed by the wonder and beauty of the natural world. It might be in the Caribbean that you fall in love. It might be on a tour in Europe where you pair your new favourite food with a wine that at first you couldn’t even

pronounce.

Princess Cruises will ensure you savour every moment, creating lasting holiday memories that will ensure you come

back new.

Wine & Dine! - 1 bottle of wine and 1 night of specialty dining per person

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3rd & 4th passengers from £99 per person - ideal for families

and groups of friends sharing

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5% low deposit on selectedSapphire Princess 2018 voyages

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Princess

ITINERARY Southampton | Brussels/Bruges | Copenhagen | Stockholm | Tallinn | St Petersburg (overnight) | Helsinki | Gdynia | Southampton

Balcony Stateroom from £2,199pp

BALTIC HERITAGE

SHIP Sapphire PrincessDATE 2 June 2018DURATION 14 Nights

St Petersburg

Wine, Dine & Uppers from £99pp + 5% low deposit

ITINERARY Southampton | Stavanger | Olden/Nordfjord | Hellesylt/Geirangerfjord | Bergen | Southampton


NORWEGIAN FJORDS

SHIP Sapphire PrincessDATE 11 August 2018DURATION 7 nights

Nordfjord

Wine, Dine & Uppers from £99pp + 5% low deposit. School Summer Holiday

ITINERARY Southampton | Guernsey | Bordeaux | Bilbao | La Coruna | Southampton


SPAIN & FRANCE

SHIP Sapphire PrincessDATE 5 May 2018DURATION 7 nights

Bilbao

Wine, Dine & Uppers from £99pp + 5% low deposit

ITINERARY Southampton | Barcelona | Rome | Florence/Pisa | Milan | Marseille | Gibraltar | Southampton


MEDITERRANEAN ADVENTURER

SHIP Sapphire PrincessDATE 28 July 2018DURATION 14 nights

Rome

Wine, Dine & Uppers from £99pp + 5% low deposit. School Summer Holiday

Why should you cruise with Celebrity Cruises?

From the moment you book, Celebrity Cruises go the extra mile to make your holiday special. It’s the little things that make all the difference – whether that’s their helpful staff greeting you by name or your favourite dessert appearing after dinner. Their world is out of this world. On your cruise ship there is one member of staff for every two guests, and each one is there to ensure every aspect of your holiday is perfect… whether you’re dining, relaxing or exploring. That’s the Celebrity Cruises’

difference.

Everything is at your fingertips and comfort is always assured

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Explore hidden gems at the ports of call throughout your cruise

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Your ship is one big playground

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Celebrity

ITINERARY Southampton | St Peter Port | Cobh | Dublin | Akureyri | Reykjavik (overnight) | Belfast


ICELAND & IRELAND

SHIP Celebrity Eclipse®


Reykjavik

Free classic drinks plus one exclusive extra

ITINERARY Cititavcecchia | Laspezia | Villefranche | Barcelona (overnight) | Gibraltar | Malaga | Cartagena | Ibiza


BEST OF WESTERN MEDITERRANEAN

SHIP Celebrity Reflection®


Rome

Free classic drinks plus one exclusive extra - Includes flights from London Stansted

ITINERARY Southampton | Bergen | Alesund | Geiranger | Stavanger


NORWEGIAN FJORDS

SHIP Celebrity Silhouette® DATE 30 April 2018DURATION 7 Nights

Bergen

Free classic drinks plus one exclusive extra

ITINERARY Abu Dhabi | Muscat (overnight) | Khasab | Dubai (2 nights)

Ocean View from £1,779pp

ARABIAN COAST IMMERSION

SHIP Celebrity Constellation®

DATE 26 November 2017DURATION 10 Nights

Abu Dhabi

Free classic drinks plus one exclusive extra - Includes flights from London Heathrow or London Gatwick

Why should you cruise with P&O Cruises?

Join Britain’s favourite cruise line, P&O Cruises, and be treated to a taste of the good life. Your ‘This is the life’ moments lie in wait around every corner and in every port; as you step aboard for the very first time to the sight of your ship’s glamorous atrium, as you pull back your cabin’s curtains to reveal a new destination and as you savour a

delicious meal to sea views.

Celebrating 180 years of P&O Cruises’history in 2017, you’re in safe hands

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Tailored to British tastes with the very bestof the British food and entertainment scene

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With a fleet of eight ships, there’s a ship forevery occasion and lifestyle

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P&O

ITINERARY Southampton | Stavanger | Flaam | cruise in Aurlandsfjord | cruise in Sognefjord | Olden | cruise in Innvikijorden | cruise in Nordfjord | Bergen | Southampton

Outside with Shower from £919pp(Obstructed View)

NORWEGIAN FJORDS

SHIP AzuraDATE 9 September 2017DURATION 7 Nights

Olden

Includes £60pp onboard spend and Southampton parking/coach transfers

ITINERARY Fly UK to Valetta | Split | Venice | Ravenna | Dubrovnik | Valetta | Fly UK

Outside with Shower from £799pp(Obstructed View)

CROATIA & ITALY (FLY CRUISE)

SHIP OceanaDATE 12 October 2017DURATION 7 Nights

Venice

Includes £125pp onboard spend

ITINERARY Southampton | La Coruna | Antigua | Tortola | St Maarten | Martinque | Barbados | Ponta Delgada | Azores | Southampton

Outside with Shower from £1,999pp(Obstructed View)

SPAIN, CARIBBEAN & AZORES

SHIP ArcadiaDATE 22 November 2017DURATION 24 Nights

Antigua


ITINERARY Southampton | Alicante | Barcelona | Marseilles | Florence/Pisa (tours from Livorno) | Ajaccio | Gibraltar | Seville (tours from Cadiz) | Southampton

Outside with Shower from £1,299pp(Obstructed View)

SPAIN & FRANCE

SHIP OrianaDATE 30 October 2017DURATION 14 Nights

Gibraltar


Why should you cruise with Holland America Line?

Holland America Line epitomises the ultimate in worldwide premium travel experiences. Step on board and find beautiful lounges adorned with fine art; spacious staterooms, many with private balconies; elegant restaurants serving gourmet cuisine, state-of-the-art leisure amenities, all which give the company its reputation for offering classic elegance and incredible

destinations - with a modern twist.

Through BBC Earth’s innovative programming, guests will be taken nearer to the natural world

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Sel de Mer French brasserie coming as a pop-up in the Pinnacle Grill

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Holland America





Rio de Janiero


ITINERARY Amsterdam | Eidfjord | Alesund | Geiranger | Bergen | Amsterdam

Interior Stateroom from £1,099pp

NORSE LEGENDS

SHIP ms Koningsdam DATE 30 July 2017DURATION 7 Nights

Geiranger

Ready Set Sail - Includes $100 Onboard Credit and Free Gratuities

ITINERARY Hong Kong | Halong Bay | Da Nang (Hue) | Nha Trang | Phu My | Sihanoukville | Laem Chabang (Bangkok) | Nathon (Koh Samui) | Singapore

Interior Stateroom from £1,699pp

FAR EAST DISCOVERY

SHIP ms Volendam DATE 10 November 2017DURATION 14 Nights

Hong Kong

Includes $200 Onboard Credit and Free Gratuities

Why should you cruise with Carnival?

Carnival is The World’s Most Popular Cruise Line® with 25 ships operating 3 - 16-day voyages to The Bahamas, Caribbean, Europe, Cuba, Mexican Riviera, Alaska, Hawaii, Canada, New England, Bermuda, Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Islands. Carnival’s newest ship, Carnival Vista, debuted in Spring 2016, while Carnival Horizon scheduled to enter service in

2018.

On a Carnival cruise you’ll have nothing on your mind but the sun, the

ocean and the adventure

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With something different to entertain you every day, relax, have

fun and enjoy every minute

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Carnival





Rio de Janiero


ITINERARY New Orleans | Mahogany Bay | Belize | Cozumel | New Orleans

Inside Stateroom from £439pp

EXOTIC WESTERN CARIBBEAN

SHIP Carnival DreamDATE 5 November 2017DURATION 7 Nights

Cozumel

Cozumel Plus Voyage - Allows extra time in Cozumel to enjoy the wonders

ITINERARY Miami | Grand Cayman | Mahogany Bay | Belize | Cozumel | Miami

Inside Stateroom from £459pp

EXOTIC WESTERN CARIBBEAN

SHIP Carnival Splendor DATE 29 October 2017DURATION 7 Nights

Miami

Cozumel Plus Voyage - Allows extra time in Cozumel to enjoy the wonders

In years gone by, we loaded up the car and made the trip to see grandma and grandpa. Or, grandma and grandpa came to us, camping out for a week during the holidays. With more flights across the globe and plenty of family friendly spots to enjoy though, a holiday abroad seems like a perfect way for everyone to spend time together - and to leave behind the stresses entertaining at home brings.

Hopping on a plane to warmer shores feels a little more challenging though, doesn’t it? You need accommodation to please everyone from your five-year-old to your 75-plus mother. Activities to make teens giggle and entertain grandparents. And, destinations to charm everyone from little ones to mum and dad.

And it’s here that a cruise holiday comes into its own. Gone are the hours spent trying to entertain everyone in the family. In their place? Excursions to delight history buffs to thrill-seekers, food for even the fussiest of eaters, and so many on-board activities, you might wonder how you’ll fit everything into each day.

Known as ‘multigenerational cruises’, taking your extended family on a cruise holiday offers a fun and hassle-free option for everyone you’re travelling with. You’ll find children’s clubs for little ones and separate clubs for teens, so they can explore with their new-found friends. A variety of restaurants ensuring foodies stay happy during their trip. And, the array of ports to explore, optional excursions, and spectacular evening shows mean it’s almost certain your family will never be bored. See page 33 for multigenerational cruise itineraries.

MULTI GENERATION

MULTI GENERATION

RIVERCRUISINGMeandering past ancient monuments, bustling city streets, and spectacular scenery, a river cruise is a delightful way to uncover a city. Expect a room with a view and intrepid adventures from European cities to the Amazon!

Travel Counsellor Jo sailed the Danube, from Budapest to Vienna, on a long weekend in late 2016:

“The Scenic Space-Ships are beautifully well-appointed ships. The cabins and suites have a butler to look after you and they are always at the end of the phone. The staff onboard were absolutely fabulous and worked so hard to make our trip so wonderful. Food is of a very high standard onboard in the main Crystal dining room or in the more informal River Café, and when there is good weather you can also dine on deck.

The beauty of a river cruise is the slow pace of travel, the perfect way to see and enjoy the scenery, and quick and easy access to towns and cities along the route - I can highly recommend it!”

Jo, Travel Counsellor

Why should you cruise withHurtigruten?

No one takes you deeper into the Norwegian Fjords than a Hurtigruten ship. And no one takes you closer to the people who live there, their culture, traditions and way of life. Servicing the Norwegian Coast for over 123 years now also exploring Antarctica, Greenland, Iceland, Spitsbergen, North East Canada, South America and in 2019 the Northwest Passage.

FREE 6 or 7 day voyage if the Northern Lights don’t occur during your

12 day voyage*

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Fly direct from 12 regional airports to ‘Hunt The Light’

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5 Explorer ships custom built to serve as a perfect base camp for your adventure

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Hurtigruten

ITINERARY 34 Norwegian Coastal ports from Bergen to Kirkenes and return

Inside stateroom from £1,244pp

CLASSIC ROUND COASTAL VOYAGE

SHIP MS PolarlysDATE 14 October 2017DURATION 11 Nights

Bergen

Fly direct from Manchester - Northern Light Promise Applies*

ITINERARY 13 ports from Tromso to Kirkenes

Inside stateroom from £849pp

ARCTIC HIGHLIGHTS

SHIP MS NordNorgeDATE 11 March 2018DURATION 3 Nights Voyage & 1 Night Hotel

Tromso

Hunt The Lights direct from East Midlands Airport

ITINERARY Montevideo | Stanley | Grytviken | Antarctica landings (2 per day) | Ushuaia


ANTARCTICA, SOUTH GEORGIA & FALKLANDS

SHIP MS FramDATE 29 October 2017DURATION 17 Nights

Antarctica

Pristine, remote and truly awesome

ITINERARY Reykjavik to Reykjavik via 14 amazing stopping points


ICELAND CIRCUMNAVIGATION

SHIP MS FramDATE 21 May 2017DURATION 11 Nights

Reykjavik

Touch the Arctic Circle whilst circumnavigating Iceland

Why should you cruise with Scenic?

Both onboard its opulent fleet and ashore, luxury comes as standard with Scenic. With unlimited premium drinks, diverse dining, butler service and unforgettable experiences all included in the price, there’s no better way to explore Europe and Southeast Asia’s enchanting waterways. While you’re not indulging onboard, you’ll be making memories in grand cities and charming towns, with the perfect balance of flexible excursions and free

time to explore independently.

Door-to-door luxury; receive free private chauffeur transfers when you book by 28 April 2017

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Leave your wallet in your suite; from private butler service to every excursion, it’s all included

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Rio de Janiero


ITINERARY Amsterdam | Cologne | Koblenz | Rüdesheim | Mannheim | Strasbourg | Basel

Standard Suite from £1,995pp

RHINE HIGHLIGHTS

SHIP Scenic OpalDATE 25 April 2018DURATION 7 Nights

Basel

Enjoy a private tour and classical concert at the magnificent Palace of Rastatt

ITINERARY Passau | Linz | Melk | Dürnstein | Vienna | Bratislava | Budapest (overnight)

Standard Suite from £1,620pp

ICONIC DANUBE

SHIP Scenic Amber DATE 12 April 2018DURATION 7 Nights

Bratislava

Indulge yourself at an exclusive classical concert at Vienna's Palais Liechtenstein

Why should you cruise with Emerald Waterways?

Award-winning Emerald Waterways is Europe’s youngest river cruise line with a fleet of innovative Star-Ships bringing the highlights of ocean cruising to the intimacy of Europe’s rivers. Stylish ships boast surprising extras like a heated pool that transforms into a cinema and Exceptional Emerald Value means so much is included in the price, from drinks with dinner to an excursion

almost every day.

Treat yourself to a drinks package, spa treatment or excursion with €200 FREE onboard spend on

2018 river cruises

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All tips are included in the price saving up to £440 per couple

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Rio de Janiero


ITINERARY Arles | Avignon | Tournon | Macon | Chalon-sur-Saone | Beaune | Lyon

Standard Stateroom from £1,295pp

SENSATIONS OF SOUTHERN FRANCE

SHIP Emerald Liberte DATE 6 October 2018DURATION 7 Nights

Avignon

Spoil yourself with a Provencal dinner on board hosted by a popular local chef

ITINERARY Budapest | Kalocsa | Osijek | Belgrade | Kostolac | Vidin | Rousse | Veliko Tarnovo | Arbanasi | Giurgiu | Bucharest (overnight)

Standard Stateroom from £1,895pp

ENCHANTMENT OF EASTERN EUROPE

SHIP Emerald Sky DATE 7 September 2018DURATION 8 Nights

Budapest

Includes overnight hotel stay in fascinating Bucharest

Why should you cruise with APT?

Designed to deliver the ultimate holiday experience, APT’s award-winning luxury river cruises are the most relaxing and stylish way to discover the delights along Europe’s great rivers. You’ll enjoy the finest accommodation onboard a luxury award-winning fleet, a host of special dining experiences, enriching sightseeing and exceptional service, sailing through five countries plus, all overseas transfers, taxes &

gratuities included.*

Private chauffeured home-to-airport transfers*

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Complimentary beverages served on board at any time*

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APT





Rio de Janiero


ITINERARY Budapest (Hungary) | Bratislava (Slovakia) | Vienna (Austria) | Budapest (Hungary) | Mohacs (Hungary) | Pecs (Hungary) | Belgrade (Serbia) | Iron Gates Gorge | Giurgiu (Romania)

Window Suite from £1,545pp

BALKAN GEMS

SHIP MS AmaReinaDATE 14 April 2018DURATION 7 Nights

Vienna City Palace

Save £800 per couple* PLUS! APT EXCLUSIVE - Enjoy a private concert & cocktail reception at Vienna City Palace

ITINERARY Amsterdam | Cologne | Bonn | Andernach | Rudesheim | Miltenberg | Wurzburg | Bamberg | Nuremberg | Regensburg | Passau | Salzburg | Linz | Melk | Durnstein | Vienna | Budapest

Window Suite from £2,595pp

MAGNIFICENT EUROPE

SHIP MS AmaVenita DATE 24 November 2018DURATION 14 Nights

Namedy Castle

Save £1,500 per couple* PLUS! APT EXCLUSIVE! Explore Namedy Castle, enjoy a private rail journey and a private concert reception

Why should you cruise with Riviera Travel River Cruises?

Riviera Travel are pleased to announce the release of their brand new all-suite ships for 2017, operating alongside their luxurious and elegant selection of five-star vessels including the MS Lord Byron, MS William Shakespeare, MS Jane Austen and MS Charles Dickens, all boasting superb cuisine and the most comfortable surroundings possible. They offer a choice of 10 stunningly

beautiful itineraries.

On their 2018 cruises, they now offer the choice of a drinks package, which offers superb value

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Their ships enjoy some of the largest cabins available - 83% with a French or Full Balcony

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R I V E R C R U I S E S

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Rio de Janiero


ITINERARY Budapest | Esztergom | Bratislava | Durnstein | Linz | Vienna | Budapest

From £1,099pp

THE BLUE DANUBE

SHIP Various 5-Star ShipsDATE 6 April 2018DURATION 7 Nights

Durnstein

4-day Budapest Post-Cruise Extension available on certain dates

ITINERARY Lyon | Beaune | Vienne | Ardeches Gorges | Arles & Pont Du Gard | Avignon

From £1,199pp

BURGUNDY, THE RIVER RHONE & PROVENCE

SHIP Various 5-Star ShipsDATE May - Oct 2017 & Apr - Oct 2018DURATION 7 Nights

Lyon

No-fly Option available on Eurostar and TGV

Why should you cruise with Viking River Cruises?

With a fleet of over 65 state-of-the-art river cruise ships, Viking offers one of the most innovative and stylish ways to see the world. Wherever you choose to travel, across Europe, Russia or Asia, you can look forward to a journey like no other, one that is unique, exciting

and truly memorable.

Book before 30 June 2017 and save £1000pp PLUS an exclusive

£50pp to spend onboard

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Every Viking journey offers remarkable value for money, with so much included in the price

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Rio de Janiero


ITINERARY Budapest | Vienna | Krems | Passau | Regensberg | Nuremberg

From £1,045pp

ROMANTIC DANUBE

SHIP Viking LongshipDATE March - December 2018DURATION 7 Nights

Nuremberg

Book before 30 June 2017 and save £1000pp PLUS an exclusive £50pp to spend onboard

ITINERARY Lisbon | Porto | Régua | Barca D’Alva | Salamanca & Vega de Terrón | Pinhão | Pinhãoc & Lamego | Porto

From £1,145pp

PORTUGAL'S RIVER OF GOLD

SHIP Viking Longship DATE March - December 2018DURATION 9 Nights

Douro River

Book before 30 June 2017 and save £1000pp PLUS an exclusive £50pp to spend onboard

Why should you cruise with Crystal River Cruises?

Crystal River Cruises offer an encompassing luxury experience: Butler service for every suite; Six-star service and truly exceptional food and Unique Crystal Adventures that deliver memorable destination experiences. Aboard a fleet of intimate all-suite river yachts, enjoy a front-row seat overlooking the breathtaking pastoral landscapes, renowned capital cities and fairy-tale-like villages that line the legendary Danube, Rhine, Main and

Moselle rivers

Enjoy a slower pace of cruising with more overnight stays in port and daytime

scenic cruising

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All guests will have an exclusive Michelin-Star dining experience on every voyage

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Rio de Janiero


ITINERARY Vienna (overnight onboard) | Melk | Linz (overnight onboard) | Passau (overnight onboard) | Vilshofen an der Donau | Krems | Bratislava | Vienna (overnight onboard)

River Suite with Picture Window from £2,546pp

DANUBE CHRISTMAS MARKETS

SHIP Crystal MozartDATE 23 November 2017DURATION 10 Nights

Vienna

Crystal Clear Choices discount of £255 pp OR onboard spending credit of $600 pp. Book by 30 June 2017

ITINERARY Basel | Kehl | Karlsruhe | Mannheim | Rüdesheim (overnight onboard) | Koblenz (overnight onboard) | Cologne (overnight onboard) | Amsterdam (overnight onboard)

Petite Suite with Panoramic Balcony Window from £2,720pp

LEGENDARY RHINE

SHIP Crystal Debussy DATE 6 June 2018DURATION 7 Nights

Cologne

Sail on Crystal Debussy in her inaugural Year

Why should you cruise with AmaWaterways?

AmaWaterways boasts the ‘highest rated river ships in Europe’, as rated by the Berlitz Guide to River Cruising and is known for its award-winning cuisine, active discovery tours and excursions, extensive complimentary amenities and personalised service. AmaWaterways gives you the opportunity to see the world in luxury and comfort throughout

Europe, Asia and Africa.

AmaWaterways offers a range of complimentary excursions in every port, for active & relaxed guests

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AmaWaterways offer award-winning Chaîne des Rôtisseurs cuisine in multiple dining venues

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THE HIGHEST RATED RIVER CRUISE SHIPS

Amawaterways





Rio de Janiero


ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS Amsterdam | Cologne | Koblenz | Rhine Gorge | Rudesheim | Mannheim | Strasbourg | Breisach | Basel

Riverview from £1,999pp

THE ENCHANTING RHINE

SHIP AmaSonataDATE 18 November 2017DURATION 7 Nights

Amsterdam

7-night Rhine river cruise including FREE London Flights & Private Overseas Transfers - Book before 30 April 2017

ITINERARY Vilshofen | Passau | Linz | Weissenkirchen | Vienna | Bratislava | Budapest

Riverview from £1,999pp

THE ROMANTIC DANUBE

SHIP AmaCerto DATE 6 November 2017DURATION 7 Nights

Vienna

7-night Danube river cruise including FREE London Flights & Private Overseas Transfers - Book before 30 April 2017

Why should you cruise with Amadeus River Cruises?

A family owned and operated company with over 40 years of river cruise experience offering authentic and culturally engaging river cruises. The Amadeus fleet features 11 multi-award winning vessels. Offering a choice of fascinating river cruise itineraries, their programme includes the Dutch & Belgian Waterways, Seine, Rhone & Saone, Danube, Rhine, Main & Moselle.

Includes gourmet meals, wine, beer & soft drinks with lunch & dinner

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Single Supplements starting from only 15%, call for more details & prices

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Rio de Janiero


ITINERARY Basel | Strasbourg | Speyer | Mannheim | Rudesheim | Koblenz | Cochem | Cologne | Hoorn | Amsterdam (Itinerary also operates in reverse)

From £1,099pp* (Based on 29 March 2018)

CLASSICAL RHINE

SHIP Amadeus BrilliantDATE March - November 2018DURATION 7 Nights

Cochem

Book by the end of May to receive 15% Early Booking Discount *(Included)

ITINERARY Passau | Melk/Emmersdorf | Vienna | Budapest | Esztergom | Bratislava | Linz | Passau

From £1,149pp* (Based on 5 April 2018)

DANUBE RHAPSODY

SHIP Amadeus Silver II DATE April - October 2018DURATION 7 Nights

Esztergom

Book by the end of May to receive 15% Early Booking Discount *(Included)

Experience culture, architecture, and the hidden gems of the city from the meandering waterways that weave their way through city centres. With sumptuous décor, spacious staterooms, and gourmet cuisine, river cruises offer a delightful way to explore a city.

There are many river cruise itineraries to choose from, whether you’re hoping to discover somewhere new or are looking for a specialist cruise related to a hobby, such as art or cooking.

Combining fascinating itineraries, excursions to immerse you in the heart of the city, and spectacular scenery, here are a few river cruises to inspire your next trip…

Art and architectureCruise the Danube to explore exquisite European cities and beautiful architecture, from Vienna’s imperial palaces to the medieval buildings in Nuremberg. Or set sail to St. Petersburg and Moscow to gaze at the palaces.

St Petersburg

Discover the renowned art museum Rijksmuseum, the Van Gogh Museum and modern art museum Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam in Amsterdam, as well as those charming gabled houses and flower-filled streets.

Vineyards and wine tastingsThe picturesque Douro Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, features sweeping scenery of vineyards and charming villages, the perfect backdrop for wine tastings and an introduction to port.

Douro Valley

The Loire Valley, meanwhile, is the largest area in France designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and is home to a mouthwatering array of world-class wines.

City sights and the great outdoorsHoping to combine the bright lights of the city with nature? Try cruises through the Rhine Gorge, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You’ll see dramatic, rugged cliff faces with deep green forest, and vineyards perched on the sides.

Rhine Gorge

CITY CRUISES

CITY CRUISES

Our bespoke cruise holidays are tailored to your travel wish list, helping you to make the most of your travels around the world. They’re more than a cruise, they’re a way to explore cities, mountains or beaches as well as setting sail across those twinkling seas…

Travel Counsellor Debbie explored the beautiful city of Vancouver for a week before setting sail on a cruise around Alaska:

“We loved our balcony cabins and enjoyed sitting watching the views as we sailed through the inside passage between the mainland and the island. One afternoon, whilst sipping on the obligatory cocktail on deck, we were joined by a pod of humpback whales who swam alongside for a few hours - just amazing.

It was unbelievable as we sailed into the Hubbard Glacier. We were up early and wrapped up well (my Alaskan top tip, layers!). We kept warm with servings of hot chocolate with a cheeky little shot to keep the bones warm. It was amazing sailing up close to the glacier between the icebergs. We spent a while just watching in awe as the ice calved in front of our eyes, seeing Mother Nature at work up close. This experience is so difficult to explain and none of the photos do it justice, which is one of the many reasons to add this trip to your essential travel list. We then headed to the hot tub and relaxed as we sailed out back into the ocean…”

Debbie, Travel Counsellor

Mountains, Lakes and the Inside Passage

Mountains, Lakes and the Inside Passage

SHIP: Emerald PrincessDATE: 12 June 2017DURATION: 21 Nights

WHAT’S INCLUDED?• 4-night pre-cruise self-drive tour

• 8 nights full board cruise onboard Emerald Princess

• 6 nights accommodation in Vancouver

• 2 nights accommodation in Seattle

• Car hire and transfers where required

• Return flights from London Gatwick (Regional flights available)

FROM £4,640pp

Day 1 Fly with Air Canada to Vancouver where you will pick up your hire car and make your way to Delta Calgary Downtown for 1 night.

Day 2 Calgary to Banff Set in the heart of Banff National Park and snugly embraced by Alberta's Rocky Mountains, the little town of Banff boasts a big, worldwide reputation.

Day 3 Banff to Lake Louise Lake Louise offers a tremendous diversity of recreational and sightseeing opportunities.

Day 4 Lake Louise to Jasper At the heart of the towering mountains and turquoise lakes of Jasper National Park, the small town of Jasper lies at the confluence of the Athabasca and Miette rivers.

Day 5 Jasper to Vancouver Backed by snow-capped mountains, dotted with large parks and hugged by the sea.

Day 6 Vancouver Time at leisure to explore the area’s natural beauty.

Day 12 Vancouver to SeattleDay 13 Seattle

Seattle is a young city with a rich history. Settlers first landed at Alki Point in 1851 and named the area after Sealth, the Suquamish Indian chief who befriended them.

Day 14 Seattle Board Emerald Princess

Day 15 At SeaDay 16 Ketchikan

Ketchikan began life as an Indian fishing camp.

Day 17 Juneau Juneau is famous not only for gold and government but also for its breathtakingly beautiful glaciers and stunning views of both water and mountains.

Day 18 At SeaDay 19 Skagway

Skagway was the gateway to the gold fields for the thousands who flocked to Alaska and the Yukon.

Day 20 At SeaDay 21 Victoria

Victoria exudes old-world charm and fragrant and colourful flowers are everywhere. Founded in 1843 by James Douglas of the Hudson's Bay Company, the city was first known as Fort Victoria.

Day 22 Seattle Transfer to the airport for your journey home.

I T I N E R A R Y

Vancouver

Seattle

Victoria

Spices, Tea and Rubber Trees

Day 1 Fly direct with British Airways to Dubai. Transfer to Jumeirah Creekside for a one night stay.

Day 2 Dubai Dubai can already be mistaken for a

film set featuring a futuristic metropolis. Everything is the biggest, tallest, and the first of its kind, including manmade islands shaped like palm trees and the world’s first underwater hotel.

Days 3 At SeaDay 6 Mumbai

The home of Bollywood, the seat of the Hindi film industry, Bombay is the glamour capital of India. Bask in the glory of the Gateway of India, the signature mark of the city. Then, make a wish at the Tomb of Haji Ali and identify antique pieces at the Chor Bazaar to take home a bit of the spectacle.

Day 7 Marmabao (Goa) Goa is India with a hint of Portuguese flavour. They came in the 16th century, made a fortune in the spice trade, and refused to leave until 1961, 14 years after India as a whole obtained independence from Britain.

Day 8 At SeaDay 9 Kochi

Cochin provides a variety of unexpected experiences: A tiny synagogue, and a Jewish presence some claim dates back to the time of Solomon. St Francis Church, where Vasco de Gama was once buried. Mattancherry Palace, with a series of remarkable murals painted on its wooden walls. An opportunity to sail the “backwaters,” a network of rivers, streams, and canals, for a peek at traditional rural lifestyles. And, of course, the spellbinding Kathakali dance, with its highly stylized performances and elaborate makeup and costumes.

Day 10 Colombo Sri Lanka was once known as Serendib, origin of the word serendipity, an apt description for the pleasant surprises certain to pop up as you explore this gem of an island with everything to offer: white beaches, lush tropical forests, fragrant gardens of cinnamon and clove, and a long and equally spicy history.

Day 12 At SeaDay 15 Port KelangDay 16 Singapore

The site of the world’s busiest port. Play evening golf on lighted fairways; experience the nightlife on Mohamed Sultan Road; or relax at an outdoor spa. Be certain not to miss the savoury seafood. Transfer to the airport for your journey home.

I T I N E R A R Y

Spices, Tea

and Rubber Trees

SHIP: Azamara JourneyDATE: 23 November 2017DURATION: 16 Nights

WHAT’S INCLUDED?• 1-night pre-cruise 5* hotel B&B

• 14-night all-inclusive cruise on Azamara Journey

• Transfers to and from Airport

• Return flights from London Heathrow (Regional flights available)

FROM £3,405pp

Dubai

Goa

Cochin

Jazz, Beachesand Mayan Ruins

Day 1 Fly with United Airlines to New Orleans (via Toronto). Transfer to Sheraton New Orleans for a one night stay.

Day 2 New Orleans Like a phoenix risen from the ashes, New Orleans is back on the map and is as exciting and happening as ever. Take a stroll through the French Quarter or past the aristocratic homes in the Garden District; dine out on fabulous Creole cuisine and head for the hurly-burly of Bourbon Street and Preservation Hall for all that jazz.

Day 3 At SeaDay 4 Cozumel

This tiny tropical isle is just 12 miles off the coast of mainland Mexico and packs a lot of action into its diminutive size. Superb diving over the corals of Palancar Reef, as well as 4x4 adventures in the dense jungles of the interior.

Day 5 George Town Spanish conquistadores, British colonisers, shipwrecked sailors and pirates have all made their mark on Grand Cayman and now it’s your turn. Find your own treasure in the duty-free shops of George Town or on wonderful Seven Mile Beach – not quite that long, but who’s counting? And take to the water – diving over wrecks, snorkelling or even ‘submarining’ are a must.

Day 6 Roatán, Bay Islands Roatán has gorgeous beaches backed by tropical forests, sensational diving and snorkelling over the beautiful Belizean Reef and adventures like kayaking, horse riding and hiking the jungle trails.

Day 7 Santo Thomas de Castilla Don your Indiana Jones hat and explore fantastic Mayan ruins, paddle a kayak up the Chipilingo River and take a walk on the wild side on bridges suspended high in the canopy of the tropical rainforest.

Day 8 Harvest CayeDay 9 Costa Maya

The port of Costa Maya was purpose-built for fun… with a touch of Mexican fiesta added for good measure. Step ashore and you’ll find shops, bars, restaurants and a huge saltwater pool, while close by, Mahahual has a great beach and gin-clear water for swimming and snorkelling. And, this being Yucatan, you’re not far from the impressive Mayan ruins at Chacchoben.

Day 10 At SeaDay 11 New Orleans

Transfer to the airport for your journey home.

I T I N E R A R Y

Jazz, Beaches

and Mayan Ruins





FROM £3,405pp

SHIP: Norwegian PearlDATE: 25 November 2017DURATION: 10 Nights



• 9-night full board cruise onboard Norwegian Pearl


FROM £2,025pp

New Orleans

Grand Cayman

Costa Maya

A Blur of Colours and Cultures

Day 1 Fly with Emirates Airlines to Seychelles where you will transfer to Kempinski Seychelles Resort for 3 nights.

Day 2 Seychelles Enjoy what this beautiful country has to offer.

Day 3 Mahe Like jade-coloured jewels in the Indian Ocean, it’s no wonder the Seychelles is regarded as the Garden of Eden

Day 4 At SeaDay 7 Male

There are many nations around the world with bragging rights to miles of pristine white coral sand and balmy turquoise seas but few can take it to the same level as the Maldives.

Day 8 At SeaDay 9 Colombo

Sri Lanka’s capital and largest city, Colombo offers fine restaurants, a buzzing nightlife scene, and good museums, parks, and beautiful Buddhist temples that are worth visiting.

Day 11 Cochin Kochi, formally and still commonly known as Cochin, is one of India’s west coast’s largest and oldest ports.

Day 13 At SeaDay 14 Mormugao

At the gateway to Goa, Mormugao is a storied city, surrounded by beaches, fascinating heritage sites, and ocean-wary fortifications.

Day 15 Mumbai Delhi may be the capital city, but it’s Mumbai that encapsulates all the dynamic, chaotic parts that make up modern India.

Day 16 Golden Triangle Tour This tour introduces you to the history and culture of India as you make a journey through some of the country’s most famous tourist destinations. Golden Triangle is a fascinating tour which encompasses a trip to three of the North India’s most loved tourist destinations - Agra, Delhi and Jaipur.

Day 23 Delhi Transfer to the airport for your journey home.

I T I N E R A R Y

A Blur of Colours

and Cultures





FROM £3,405pp





FROM £2,025pp

SHIP: Silver SpiritDATE: 29 January 2018DURATION: 23 Nights

WHAT’S INCLUDED?• 3 nights pre-cruise in Seychelles

• 11-night all-inclusive cruise onboard Silver Spirit

• Golden Triangle Tour post-cruise

• Transfers throughout

• Return flights from Glasgow (Regional flights available)

FROM £10,810pp

Seychelles

Cochin

Jaipur

Amazing Asia

Day 1 Overnight flight with Thai Airways to Phuket via Bangkok where you will transfer to Star Clipper, a modern cruise ship in every way.

Day 2 Ko Butang or Ko Adang These islands are close to the Malaysian island of Langkawi and are characterised by towering rock formations and beautiful beaches. Crystal clear seas team with marine life, ideal for snorkelling and diving or simply enjoying a relaxing swim.

Day 3 Penang “The Pearl of the Orient” lies off the northwestern coast of Malaysia and is linked to the mainland by one of the longest bridges in the world. The capital, Georgetown, bears the stamp of a mixture of foreign influences and boasts a 65-story skyscraper called the Komtar.

Day 4 The Butang Group of islands The Butang Group of islands is about as far

south as you can go on the western coast of Thailand. Protected by the Ko Tarutao National Park, this 61-island archipelago is only a stone’s throw from the Malaysian border and way, way off the radar screen of tourist groups.

Day 5 Ko Rok Nok One of the 15 islands that make up the Lanta

group, just off the East Coast of Thailand, these islands are part of a National Marine Park.

Day 6 Phang Nga Bay and Ko Hong The islands in this region feature wonderful

white sandy beaches and superb coral reefs. Ko Hong (“hong meaning room”), part of the Ko Hong archipelago is so named because of its large internal lagoon.

Day 7 Similan Island or Ko Miang The Similan Islands, or Nine Islands as

they are also known because of their number, nestle in the Andaman Sea to the north of Phuket and are world-renowned among diving enthusiasts for underwater sightseeing.

Day 8 Phuket to Khao Lak Phuket, Thailand’s largest island, lies in the

Andaman Sea and is joined to the mainland by a causeway. The landscape is one of lush green hills, coconut groves and rubber plantations, with a coastline dotted with a dozen spectacular beaches. After arriving into port, you will be transferred to Khao Lak Merlin Resort in Khao Lak where you will spend the next 7 nights.

Day 9 Khao Lak Spend the next 7 relaxing days at your leisure

Day 15 Transfer back to Phuket Airport for your journey home.

I T I N E R A R Y





FROM £3,405pp

Amazing

Asia





FROM £2,025pp

SHIP: Star ClipperDATE: 2 February 2018DURATION: 15 Nights

WHAT’S INCLUDED?• 7-night full board cruise onboard

Star Clipper

• 7 nights post-cruise 4.5* hotel B&B

• Transfer to Khao Lak Merlin

• Transfers to and from Phuket Airport


FROM £2,729pp

Penang

Similan Island

Phuket

Mediter anean Medley

Day 1 Fly direct with Vueling Airlines to Barcelona. Transfer to H10 Marina Barcelona for a two-night stay.

Day 2 Barcelona Take in beautiful Barcelona from a bird’s eye view and discover its famous landmarks and architecture from a completely new perspective. Head to the skies for the best views!

Day 3 Barcelona Take a walk through Barcelona’s past as you explore the beautiful Gothic Quarter to discover charming squares, hidden corners, and photogenic buildings that date back hundreds of years, as your expert guide helps to bring the history to life. The Gothic Quarter links Barcelona’s past and present and this intriguing walking tour will take you through the remains of the Roman City and past medieval buildings where the Catalan counts and monarchs held their court for 500 years. What’s more, the history will be brought to life by your enthusiastic guide while the leisurely pace affords plenty of time for photos and questions.

Day 4 Barcelona Say adiós to this beautiful city as you set sail on Symphony of the Seas

Day 5 Palma De Mallorca The best views are reserved by those who arrive by sea. The circular white battlements of Bellver Castle sit on a hill overlooking the towering gothic cathedral, a wonder that took 400 years to build. Mallorca also leads the way in man-made pearls.

Day 6 MarseilleDay 7 La SpeziaDay 8 Rome (Civitavecchia)

Hidden piazzas, opulent baroque churches, classical ruins at every turn. The best of Italian fashion. Countless art galleries, gardens and palaces. If ever there was a place to return to and delve deeper, it’s Rome.

Day 9 Naples You’re spoiled for choice in the city that invented the pizza. Embark on a trip to Mt. Vesuvius for mind-blowing views before descending to Pompeii. Board a boat for Capri, or a scenic day trip to Positano and Sorrento down the stunning Amalfi coast.

Day 10 At SeaDay 11 Barcelona

Transfer to the airport for your journey home.

I T I N E R A R Y

SHIP: Symphony of the SeasSM

DATE: 31 May 2018DURATION: 10 Nights

Mediterranean

Medley

WHAT’S INCLUDED?• 3 nights pre-cruise 4* hotel B&B

• 7-night full board cruise onboard Symphony of the Seas

• Gothic Quarter Walking Tour

• Montjuic cable car

• Transfers to and from Barcelona Airport

• Return flights from Manchester (Regional flights available)

FROM £1,609pp

Barcelona

Palma De Mallorca

Naples

WHY NOT EXTEND YOUR

STAY?

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CAPE TOWN3 NIGHTS FROM £49pp

Don’t leave without...

Taking a trip up Table Mountain

Having a gentle stroll around Victoria and Alfred Waterfront

SEE CRUISE AFRICA & INDIAN OCEAN PAGE 17

MAURITIUS3 NIGHTS FROM £284pp


Exploring the some of the gorgeous beaches

Trying some of the best street food in the world

SEE CRUISE ISLANDS OF THE INDIAN OCEAN PAGE 27

NEW ORLEANS 3 NIGHTS FROM £240pp


Making a stop in the French Quarter

Taking a walking tour of the Garden District

SEE CRUISE EXOTIC WESTERN CARIBBEAN PAGE 35

VIENNA 3 NIGHTS FROM £148pp


Visiting the oldest zoo in the world

Taking a stroll through a musical park

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*Prices based on 2 passengers sharing a 4* hotel room

Far EastThe Far East is known for mouthwatering cuisine, beautiful architecture and exquisite beaches but there’s so much to do across this vast area. Keen birdwatcher? Thailand is home to approximately 10% of the world’s bird population. Love art? Head to one of Singapore’s galleries, and don’t miss the ArtScience Museum. Love to cook? Enrol in a cooking class in Cambodia or Vietnam.

Japan is a beautiful country all year round – you can even ski here in winter – but the dazzling sight of pale pink cherry blossom in spring is definitely worth a visit. And for a moment to remember for years to come, explore Bagan (Myanmar) by hot air balloon at sunrise or sunset.

Cherry Blossom, Japan

CaribbeanDazzling beaches and bright blue waters might define the Caribbean islands, but you’ll find lots to do if you want to combine a beach break with a few adventures.

In Jamaica, explore the largest botanical gardens in the Caribbean, Hope Gardens, or hike the Blue Mountain Peak, nestled in Blue and John Crow Mountains National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Don’t miss trying the sweet, spicy and fruity jerk sauce!

In Barbados, wander around the exquisite colonial buildings in Bridgetown and discover the stunning plantation houses, full of the histories of years past.

Colonial Building, Bridgetown

MediterraneanFrom ancient buildings to art, fresh seafood to sandy beaches, the Mediterranean is a delight of places to wander and uncover. While away days hopping across Greek islands before discovering more of the Med or head inland in France on a ramble through lavender fields and vineyards before boarding your ship.

Two mesmerising beaches to add to your Mediterranean itinerary? Costa Smeralda in Sardinia and Zlatni Rat, in Brač, Croatia.

French Vineyard

TAILORED TRIPS

TAILORED TRIPS

WORLD TRAVELLER World Traveller is British Airways' full-service economy class on flights beyond Europe, packed with all the comfort and benefits you expect from British Airways at an affordable price:

• Great value all-inclusive fares with no hidden charges

• Generous free baggage allowance

• Delicious meals and full bar service

• Personal entertainment system with complimentary headphones

• Family-friendly features and kids' activity packs

WORLD TRAVELLER PLUS World Traveller Plus is British Airways' premium economy service, a more comfortable, relaxing experience on longer routes and proof that a premium service doesn't have to break the bank:

• Wider seats and more legroom

• Small, intimate cabins with expert, attentive service

• Delicious meals and full bar service

• Personal entertainment system with noise-reducing headphones

• Larger free baggage allowance

Boasting one of the largest and most modern fleets of any airline in the world, British Airways is the ideal choice when it comes to cruise departures. True British hospitality, comfort, entertainment and delicious meals to choose from means that you can expect the perfect start to any holiday, no matter which class you fly in.

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