NZ Traveltrade Cruising Guide 2012

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3 FamilytiesFamilies are the biggest growth market in cruising, says ICCA general manager Brett Jardine

5 AdventureonAranui

6 CruisingHolidays Voyages of Discovery, Regent Seven Seas

Cruises, Oceania Cruises, and Swan Hellenic

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12 DubaijoinstheInternationalCruiseCouncilAustralasia

13 Journeythroughtime World Journeys update

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Once upon a time, cruises were perceived as strictly for the elderly and empty nesters – that part of society who could afford such an extravagance.

These days, cruise numbers are soaring in New Zealand with cruise lines offering everything from ‘party’ cruises to expedition-style voyages, and families are boarding activity focussed ships in droves.

More than 56,000 New Zealanders took a cruise holiday last year, according to an International Cruise Council Australasia (ICCA) report. That figure grew by 32 per cent compared with 2010, one of the strongest passenger growth rates in the world behind Australia.

ICCA’s Brett Jardine puts it down to the range of family friendly product on offer.

“The traditional belief that cruising is for the old and wealthy is a total fallacy,” says Jardine. “The average age of cruise passengers has reduced significantly over the past year, primarily because of growth in the family market. When you look at the ships being designed today, there’s a big focus on activities which is really attracting them [families].”

Cruiseabout Ponsonby assistant manager Amanda Elliot says it’s not just the product on offer, but the range of affordability which also draws these new types of clients.

“There is something to suit everyone’s budget,” says Elliot. “Because of the competition and variety that is available, cruising has become one of the most affordable ways to travel. When you calculate the nightly rate and consider all of the inclusions and stopovers, it is fantastic value for money.”

She says families find the all-inclusive option particularly appealing.

“Cruises are continually adding value for money through different options such as all-inclusive rates and having a Kids Club onboard – a huge bonus for parents when they are looking to take their children on holiday with them.”

With the amount of cruise product on offer these days, Elliot says it’s important to investigate what your clients’ expectations are and what is important to them.

“Some people might be best suited to itineraries that have a lot of port stops, so

The cruise industry is enjoying a major boom, and

experts say it’s far from over. With families the biggest

growth market, leisure ships are cruising away from an old era and into the new,

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the ship is just a means of travelling from place to place. On the other hand, some clients will want days at sea so they can enjoy the ship and facilities that it has to offer.”

Despite the rise in the family market, Jardine says he expects family cruising hasn’t quite reached the mainstream.

“Families are the main growth market but they still have a long way to go,” he says. “We need to work on awareness of opportunities that are available whereby the kids are well entertained and the parents get a break at the same time.”

Even with the increased interest in

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cruising out of New Zealand, ICCA has set its sights higher, expecting to see 100,000 Kiwis cruising by 2020.

“Cruising isn’t just a cycle or a fad that’s going to go away in a hurry,” says Jardine. “Having around 100,000 New Zealanders cruising by 2020 is a goal that’s very achievable given the value that cruising delivers as a holiday option. As more people become aware of that we will continue to see growth of the sector.”

To maximise sales he urges agents to become accredited cruise consultants.

“The more knowledgable agents are, the more confidence they will have and that will be reflected in their discussions with potential clients,” he says. “Join the ICCA as a member, take advantage of the educational opportunities that are available with training and promote yourself as a cruise specialist with the endorsement of the industry body to stand behind you giving you credibility.”

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As for where they’re are going, Jardine says Europe is the star destination after the Pacific.

“Growth to Europe out of the New Zealand market in the last five years has gone from 3500 passengers to nearly 9000 passengers so Europe particularly is very strong,” he says. “In fact, it has been the largest destination [at 15.3 per cent] when you take out local cruising in the South Pacific which is far and away the largest destination for Kiwis at just over 47 per cent.”

Add river cruising and you have another five per cent on top of that.

“Europe river cruising has certainly grown significantly. If we look back five years, less than 900 Kiwis took a river cruise. In 2011 we’re up to nearly 2700 so significant growth over that period.

“River cruising is a very inclusive product where most of the operators are including shore excursions as part of the overall delivery of the product so it's an upfront price which makes it an appealing option.”

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Soft adventure on Aranui 3Aranui Cruises offers authentic soft adventure with 16 ports of call from Tahiti including the Marquesas Islands and Tuamotu atolls onboard the cargo passenger Aranui 3.

The all-inclusive cruise package includes a 13-night/14-day voyage with three meals per day, all shore excursions accompanied by experienced tour guides, visits to remote villages, hiking, picnics, restaurants, barbecues on the beach, sight-seeing tours by four wheel drive and on-site archaeological lectures.

Aranui 3 can accommodate up to 200 passengers per cruise with its 86 outside cabins ranging from suites with balcony, deluxe, standard A cabins and a multiple share dormitory with a total of 18 individual berths.

The ship provides the only real contact the Marquesas Islands get, supplying essentials such as food, mail and other equipment to the remote islands.

Cabins and suites cater for all budgets, ranging from dormitory style accommodation with shared facilities, through to suites, 12 with private balcony.

There are nine deluxe and 63 standard cabins offering twinshare facilities. Internet facilities are located in the ship’s library or use your own laptop to connect via Wi-Fi when the ship is in or near port.

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No frill, more chill Clients looking for a small ship experience with a hotel-style environment can look towards Voyages of Discovery.

Voyages of Discovery is offering a Price Promise to all clients, meaning if the standard fare on a cruise reduces prior to departure, the cruise line will refund the difference in the form of an onboard credit or cabin upgrade to any

passengers already booked. This applies to certain seasons.

Offering port intensive itineraries with varied guest speakers and lecturers onboard each journey, the cruises are aimed at immersing clients in a destination.

“There are no casinos or grand evening shows onboard, but rather an elegant and relaxing atmosphere, with refined evening entertainment,” said Cruising Holidays representative Leanne Schou.

Easy upsell Regent Seven Seas Cruises is taking the less is more approach when it comes to cruise holidays.

In addition to complimentary drinks and free hotel stays, Regent also offers unlimited shore excursions in every port of call.

“Agents will find they can easily upsell clients who may be used to large ship cruising in higher grades to experience the all-suite Regent accommodation, and with shore

excursions and drinks included, it often does not result in the client paying a whole lot more by the time they add in these extras, and it’s a hassle free vacation,” said Cruising Holidays representative Leanne Schou.

“Not only is it less expensive, especially on some itineraries such as Alaska where shore excursions can be costly, it gives the clients freedom to choose what they truly want to experience, and not have to be conscious of the expense.”

Voyage into historyVoyages to Antiquity has created a cruise experience for the amateur historian, or rather anyone who simply wants to understand the history, art, myths and architecture of the ancient world.

Some of their big offers this year include 50 per cent off the second traveller, a range of Fly Free to Europe and Asia deals, and a Fly Free Business Class 75-night Singapore to Rome cruise.

Wine is included with dinner and gratuities onboard are also included.

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where well planned itineraries and eminent guest speakers onboard bring clients closer to each destination. Not a casino in sight, just stylish onboard amenities and hospitality.

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Oceania's culinary twist Oceania Cruises’ Explore Your World brochure is in production for launch on October 1, and new offers are already on sale.

With 15 sailings on offer for 2012, and 24 sailings in 2013 available now, prices have been reduced and most sailings offer guests a shipboard credit ranging from US$30-$500 per stateroom.

Oceania Cruises’ Marina, which debuted in January 2011, includes the increasingly popular Bon Appetit Culinary Centre, where guests can try their hand with masterchefs onboard for upskilling their culinary skills. Sister ship Riviera launched in May this year.

Oceania Cruises’ Marina

Skill up with Swan HellenicClients can now become artists, get to grips with Tai Chi, or learn the art of needlework on their cruise holiday.

Swan Hellenic is offering a 15-day Passage to Oman cruise aboard the recently refurbished ship mv Minerva and passengers have the added bonus of trying their hand at a new skill.

Passengers can take part in a range of workshops and masterclasses. Tai Chi master, Qu Leilei, will be on board the ship to teach them the ancient art of body and mind relaxation whilst Sophie Long, who is trained in more than 30 embroidery techniques, will also be hosting needlework workshops.

The Passage to Oman cruise starts from $3395 per person (based on two people sharing an inside cabin). The cruise departs from Safaga (Egypt) overnight and calls at Djibouti, Salalah (Oman), Muscat (Oman) overnight, Khasab (Oman) and Dubai (United Arab Emirates) overnight. Price is based on a 21 November, 2012 departure.

Masterclasses on board other Swan Hellenic cruises can include painting, bridge, writing, singing and wine tasting. Price of cruise includes a tailor-made programme of shore excursions, talks by guest speakers, meals and entertainment on board, all gratuities and all relevant cruise taxes/fees.

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Aranui Cruises

Aranui 3 200 based in Tahiti, main destination to 6 remote Marquesas Islands (Ua Pou, Nuku Hiva, Hiva Oa, Fatu Hiva, Tahuata, Ua Huka) with 2 Tuamotu atolls (Fakarava, Rangiroa). Duration: 14 day cruise, frequency: 17 per year

Soft adventure cruise aboard a 2003 custom built “passenger-freighter” with 86 cabins onboard, bars, restaurant, swimming pool. 16-18 ports of call with fully guided onshore excursions (visiting local villages, tikis, beaches, dance shows, 4WD sightseeing tours), 3 meals/day included

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Oceania Cruises(gSA)

Insigna 684 Mediterranean, South America, Trans Atlantic, Europe

Sophisticated couples (40-65) seeking a premium cruise experience. Casual Elegance

Marina 1250 Mediterranean, West & Atlantic Islands, South Pacific, New Zealand, South America, Trans Atlantic, Panama & Central America, Caribbean, british Isles, Scandinavia & baltic, Arctic North Atlantic, World Cruise & Sectors, Europe


Nautica 684 Mediterranean, Asia, West & Atlantic Islands, Africa (North & Middle East), World Cruises & Sectors, Scandinavia & baltic, Arctic North Atlantic, british Isles, Europe


Regatta 684 South America, Caribbean, Panama & Central America, South Pacific & New Zealand, Panama & Central America, Trans Atlantic, Mediterranean, Canada & New England


Riviera 1250 Mediterranean Caribbean, West & Atlantic Islands, Europe


Swan Hellenic(gSA)

Minerva 350 Scandinavia, baltic, british Isles, Mediterranean, India & Indian Ocean, Asia, Africa (North & Middle East), Norwegian Fjords, West & Atlantic Islands

Cultured clients (50-70) seeking more destination focussed cruising.

Regent Seven Seas Cruises(gSA)

Seven Seas Voyager

694 Mediterranean, Africa (North & Middle East), Trans Atlantic, World Cruises & Sectors, India & Indian Ocean, South Pacific & New Zealand, british Isles, Arctic North Atlantic, Norwegian Fjords, Scandinavia & baltic, West & Atlantic Islands

Luxury Cruisers after all-inclusive experience. 30-65yrs old, itinerary intensive, casual country club ambience.

Seven Seas Mariner

690 Mediterranean, Europe, Trans Atlantic, Caribbean, South America World Cruise & Sectors


Seven Seas Navigator

494 bermuda, Caribbean, South America, Caribbean, Panama & Central America, Alaska & Canada West, Canada & New England


Voyages of Discovery(gSA)

Discovery 700 World Cruise & Sectors, Africa (North & Middle East), Asia, India & Indian Ocean, Mediterranean, Scandinavia & baltic, british Isles, West & Atlantic Islands, Arctic North Atlantic, Norwegian Fjords, british Isles, Europe


Voyager 550 Europe, Caribbean, South America, Panama, Trans Atlantic


Voyages to Antiquity(gSA)

Aegean Odyssey 350 Europe, Mediterranean, Africa (North & Middle East), Egypt & Nile

Cultured clients (50-70) seeking more destination focussed cruising, with an keen interest in ancient civilisations and history.

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Hurtigruten(gSA)

MS Fram 315 Antarctica, greenland, Iceland, Spitsbergen

Mid 50’s, well travelled, looking for different experience

MS Midnatsol, MS Trollfjord

800-1000

Norwegian Coastal Voyages; bergen – kirkeness – bergen – newer Ships

Well travelled, looking for a different experience

MS Nordnorge, MS Polarlys, MS Nordkapp, MS Nordlys, MS Richard With, MS kong Harald

600 – 700

Norwegian Coastal Voyages; bergen – kirkeness – bergenMid generation ships


MS Vesteralen, MS Lofoten

400 – 500

Norwegian Coastal Voyages; bergen – kirkeness – bergenMore traditional ships


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Lueftner River Cruises (W)

Various 150 Rhine, Main, Moselle, Danube, Rhone, benelux

Four-star plus, deluxe river ships; 35+ professionals (also open ages)

European Waterways(W)

Various 6-12 France, germany, Italy, Netherlands, belgium, Ireland, Scotland, England

Five-star boutique hotel barges; think ‘Rick Stein’ (open age) Charters available

Volgha Dream (W)

Volgha Dream 110 Russia Five-star luxury river ship; 35+ professionals (also open ages)

Le boat (W) Self Drive Canal boats

2-12 Europe, England, Scotland, Ireland

Couples, Friends, Families with children

Locaboat (W) Self Drive Canal boats

2-12 Europe & Ireland Couples, Friends, Families with children

black Prince (gSA)

Self Drive Narrow boats

2-10 England, Scotland & Wales Couples, Friends, Families with children

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Aranui Cruises (W)

Aranui 3 200 Tahiti & Marquesas Islands *Refer to Aranui Cruises

Azamara (W) Azamara Journey 866 Asia, Caribbean, Europe, Mexico, Panama Canal, Transatlantic

Suitable for mature couples seeking a getawayAzamara Quest 777

barefoot Cruises (W)

Reef Odyssey 39 Whitsundays boutique cruise company

blue Lagoon Cruises (W)

Various 52-72 Yasawa Islands *Refer to Blue Lagoon Cruises

Captain Cook Cruises (W)

Murray Princess 129 Yasawa Islands, Murray River, Sydney, great barrier Reef

Small ship cruising

Coral Princess. 50

Reef Endeavour 156

Carnival Cruises (W)

Various 2052-3006

Mexican Riviera, Alaska, Europe, Canada New England, Caribbean

Younger singles, couples, children

Celebrity (W) Various 96-2886 Caribbean, Mediterranean, Trans Atlantic, Alaska, Panama Canal, Hawai’i, Canada, Australia, NZ, Europe and galapagos Islands

For well-travelled couples and singles of 40 and above. Some ships suited more for children than others. Large ships with a European-style service

Coral Princess Cruises (W)

Coral Princess 48 The great barrier Reef, kimberley; Across the Top of Australia; Papua New guinea, Melanesia; New Zealand, bay of Islands and Vanuatu

Exclusive itineraries introduce the very best of small ship adventure / expedition cruising in total comfort and unmatched style

Coral Princess II 50

Oceanic Discoverer

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Cruise North Expeditions (W)

Lyubov Orlova 122 Canada, Arctic Ideal for anyone with an inquiring mind who is reasonably fit and in good health

Cunard (W) Queen Elizabeth 2092 Transatlantic, East USA, Mediterranean, Northern Europe, british Isles, Caribbean, Canary Islands, Canada and New England and World Cruises

For couples and singles who enjoy a cosmopolitan setting, a floating city at sea with an extensive array of facilities

Queen Mary 2 2592

Queen Victoria 2000

Disney Cruise Lines (W)

Various 1750-4000

bahamas, Caribbean and Mexico

great for families with children or grandchildren

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GO HOLIDAYS – GO CRUISING continued...Holland America (W)

Various 793-2106

Alaska, Asia, Pacific, Australia, NZ, Canada, New England, Caribbean, Europe, Hawai’i, Mexico, Panama Canal, South America, Pacific Norwest and World Cruising

The fleet is designed for spaciousness onboard and all ships do suit passengers of all ages. The longer voyage type cruises are more popular with senior passengers

Island Escape Cruises (W)

Island Passage 20 Hauraki gulf, NZ great for a first cruise for fisherman

Le boat (W) Over 1000 boats 2-8 berths

Europe Open age

Louis Cruises Lines (W)

Various 1200-1500

Mediterranean / greek Islands

Couples and singles wanting to visit the greek Isles in moderate comfortable surroundings at a modest price

Luftner River Cruises (W)

Various 150 Europe River Cruising 50+

MSC Cruises (W)

Various 1566-3274

Mediterranean, Northern Europe, South America, Ocean Voyages, Caribbean and Southern Africa

*Refer to MSC Cruises

Norwegian Cruise Lines (W)

Various 1462-4000

South America, Western Caribbean, Panama Canal, Mexican Riviera, Hawai’i, Mediterranean, baltic’s and Alaska

NCL ships are best suited to first-time young (and young at heart) couples, single passengers, children and teenagers

Orion Expedition Cruises (W)

Orion 106 Australia, kimberley, East and South Coast, great barrier Reef, Tasmania, Arnhem Land, Papua New guinea, Asia, NZ Sub-Antarctic Islands, Antarctica ex NZ.

45+

P&O Cruises South Pacific (W)

Pacific Dawn 2000 South Pacific, Australia and NZ

For young and young-at-heart couples, singles and families with children, Australian Style

Pacific Jewel 2014

Pacific Pearl 1856

Pacific Sun 1900

P&O World Voyages (W)

Various 1188-3052

Worldwide best suited for adults of all ages (although most cruises attract pax over 50 years) and families with children

Pandaw (W) Various 56-66 Asia Open Age

Paul gauguin (W)

M/S Paul gauguin

332 Tahiti, French Polynesia & the South Pacific

Couples and singles 50 +

Princess Cruises (W)

Various 688-3150

Caribbean, Canada & New England, Alaska, Mexico, Panama Canal, Europe, Northern Europe, baltic, Scandinavia, Australia, New Zealand, Asia, Africa, Pacific Islands, Hawai’i, Tahiti and South America

best suited to couples of all ages, families with children and teenagers and singles who like to mingle in a big ship choice, small ship feel

Royal Caribbean International (W)

Various 2000-5402

Caribbean, Mediterranean, bermuda, Canada, New England, West and Atlantic Island, british Isles, Atlantic Trans, Scandi-Russia, Panama and Central America, Northern Europe, bahamas, Mexico, Alaska, South America

From children to grandparent, RCI cruising is for everybody no matter what your age

Sea Trek Sailing Adventures (W)

katharina 36 Indonesia All ages

Silversea (W & OR)

Various 132-540 Worldwide *Refer to Silversea

Star Clipper (W)

Star Flyer 170-227 Far East, Eastern Mediterranean, Indian Ocean Crossings and the Caribbean

For couples and singles who don’t want a ‘normal cruise ship’ but enjoy sailing

Star Clipper

Royal Clipper

Star Cruises (W)

SuperStar Aquarius

1530 Singapore, Hong kong, Malaysia, Thailand and Taiwan

No kids club. Virgo and Aquarius cater for families and have kids clubsSuperStar Virgo 1974

SuperStar Libra 1510

Thomson Cruises (W)

Various 486-1741

Mediterranean, Canaray Islands, Red Sea

Open age

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GO HOLIDAYS – GO CRUISING continued...Tui Tai Adventures (W)

Tui Tai 24 Fiji A steel mono hulled motor yacht – an off the beaten track sailing adventure

Variety Cruises (W)

Various 8-58 greece, The Adriatic, The Red Sea, West Africa

Discerning travellers seeking a small ship experience

Viking River Cruises (W)

Various 124-306 China, Egypt, Europe, Russia *Refer to Viking River Cruises

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Ti-Yi 120 Egypt Open age

Tu-Ya 120

Presidential Nile Cruise

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Sonesta Cruises

Oberoi Philae Cruise

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Dahabiya 16

Viking River Cruises

Pakhomov, kirov, Surkov

212 Waterways of the Tsars Open age

Viking Lavr-inenkov

Footsteps of the Cossacks

Viking Neptune 150 Eastern European Odyssey

Viking Schumann

124 berlin - Prague - The Elbe

Viking Spirit, Europe, Pride

150 Romantic Danube

Viking Spirit, Europe, Pride

The grand European

Viking River Cruises

Viking Sun 198 Treasures of the Rhine Open age

Viking Neptune 150 European Adventure

Viking Spirit, Sky, Pride

Danube Explorer

Viking Europe Heart of germany & Xmas Markets

Viking Spirit, Pride

Dutch Journey

Viking Neptune, Sky, Europe, Pride

Holland/belgium - Tulips & Windmills

Viking Seine 154 Paris & the Heart of Normandy

Viking bur-gundy

burgundy & Provence

Viking Seine, burgundy

France’s Finest

Viking Peterhof 196 Russia

Viking Legend 189 Europe

Viking Freya 190

Viking Idun 190

Viking Njord 190

Viking Odin 190

Viking Century Sky

306

Viking Century Sun

306

Viking Emerald 256 China

Russian Waterway Cruises

M/S Cher-nishevsky, Dostoevsky, Litvinov

270 Russia, baltics, Central Asia, Scandinavia, Ukraine

Open age

M/S Russ 255 Russia, baltics, Central Asia, Scandinavia, Ukraine

Russian Waterway Cruises

M/S Shevchenko

255 kiev to Istanbul Open age

Catamaran The baltics

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THE INNOVATIVE TRAVEL COMPANY continued...Russian WaterwayFerries

MS Regina baltica & MS Victoria

255 The baltics Open age

Star Clipper Royal Clipper 228 Western Mediterranean, Caribbean

Open age

Star Clipper 170

Star Flyer 170 Eastern Mediterranean (greek Islands), Far East

Scandinavia

Dalmatian Cruises

various 16-34 Adriatic Coast, Croatia Open age

Adriatic Cruises

MV Arion 320 Adriatic Open age

MSC MSC Lirica 1500 Italy, France, Spain Open age

MSC Opera 1700 Italy, greece, Croatia, Turkey

Hydrafoil 200-300

Vienna, budapest - Eastern Europe

greek Island Cruises

CroisiEurope St -Odile 120 Rhine Open age

Princesse Sissi

CroisiEurope Camargue 120 Rhone, Saone - France Open age

boheme Danube

Symphonie

Douce France Rhine

Mistral Rhone, Saone - France

Van gogh

Renoir Seine - France

Monet Danube

Michelangelo Po & Venice

Victor Hugo Tizsa - Hungary

Mona Lisa Rhine

Rhone Princess

France

Modiglian Danube

Seine Princess Seine - France

Leonard De Vinci

Rhine

botticelli

Vasco Da gama 150 Duoro - Portugal

Fernao De Magalhaes

Infante D. Henrique

beethoven Danube

Europe

MS belle De Cadix

170 guadiana, guadalquivir - Spain

Vivaldi 150 Danube

belle Adriatique

200 Croatia and Red Sea

greece & Turkey

MV Indochine 28 Vietnam - Ho Chi Minh to Siem Reap v.v

Variety Cruise

50 greek Islands and Red Sea Open age

black Sea

Zeus Casual Cruises

50 greek Islands and Red Sea Open age

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THE INNOVATIVE TRAVEL COMPANY continued...Monarch Lines

greek Islands and Red Sea Open age

global Adventures

Cycle & Sail 16-34 greece/Turkey/Croatia/Vietnam

Open age

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AMA Waterways (W)

12 Vessels 124-212 Europe, Russia, Mekong Rivers Open Age

American Safari Cruises (W)

Safari Spirit 12Alaska, Mexico, Hawaii, Columbia & Snake Rivers, Alaska

Luxury Adventure CruisingSafari Quest 22

Safari Explorer 40

Aranui Freighter Cruises (W)

Aranui 3 200 Tahitian Islands Open Age – Freighter Cruising

Aqua Expeditions (W)

M/V Aqua 24

Amazon (Peru) Luxury / ExpeditionM/V Aria 32

Azamara Club Cruises (W) Journey & Quest 694

Asia, Europe, black Sea, South America, West Indies, Trans Oceanic

Luxury

Adventure Canada (OR)

Clipper Adventurer 118 Arctic, Eastern CanadaOpen Age Exploration and Adventure

Captain Cook Cruises (W)

Murray Princess 50 – 120Murray River / Sydney Harbour, Fiji, great barrier

Open Age / Family

Carnival (W)Fleet of 23+ ships

2052-3646

Caribbean, bahamas, Mexico, Hawaii, Alaska, Canada & New England, Europe, Transatlantic, Tahiti & Fiji Islands

Open Age / Family

Celebrity Cruises (W)

Fleet of 11 ships 92-2886 Europe, Caribbean, Alaska, Australia, New Zealand, South Pacific, Panama Canal, South America, North America, Transatlantic

Open Age 5-Star

Classic International Cruises (gSA)

Fleet of 4 ships 334-650 Australia, Asia, Europe, Ocean Voyages

45+ boutique Traditional

Coral Princess Cruises (W)

Oceanic Discoverer, Coral Princess & Coral Princess II

46-72 Australia - great barrier Reef, kimberley, New Zealand, Papua New guinea, Melanesia

Expedition

Cruceros Australis (W)

Via Australis, Stella Australis

136-210 South America - Patagonia Expedition

Costa Cruises (OR)

Fleet of 15 ships 1304-3780

Mediterranean, Norwegian Fjords, baltic, Caribbean, Transatlantic, Sth America, China & Sth East Asia

Open Age, Children’s club

Cunard (W)

Queen Mary 2 2620 Transatlantic, Mediterranean, Caribbean & World Cruise

Open Age

Queen Victoria 2014

Queen Elizabeth 2092

g Adventures Ms Expedition, Amazon Riverboat, greek Sailing boat, Lagoon 380 Catamaran, g-8 Deluxe, g-5 Comfort, g-4 Comfort, g-3 Standard, g-1 Standard

10 - 140 Antarctica, Spitsbergen, galapagos, Amazon, greek Islands sailing, Thailand Sailing, West Africa

Expedition, Adventure, Luxury & Casual

Holland America (W)


Worldwide Open Age

InnerSea Discoveries (W)

Wilderness Adventurer

60 Alaska Adventure Cruising

Wilderness Discoverer

76

Louis Cruises Fleet of 9 968 - 1800

greek Islands/ Mediterranean

Open Age

Marco Polo (OR)

Marco Polo 820 Amazon & West Indies, baltic Cities & Russia, british Isles, Caribbean, Europe

Open Age

Ocean Countess

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3959Europe, Caribbean, South America, North America, South Africa, Ocean Voyages

Open Age, Family

Noble Caledonia

Various ships 8 - 350 Ocean cruising and river cruising

Casual & luxury

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) (W)


Alaska, Caribbean, Northern Europe, Mediterranean, Panama Canal, Mexican Rivera, bahamas, Canada / New England, Hawaii

Open Age

Nicko Tours (gSA)

Fleet of 30 vessels

56-280 Europe & Russian Waterways

Value based / german Speaking

Orion Expedition Cruises (W)

Orion & Orion II 106 Australia, Antarctica, East Timor, Papua New guinea, Asia

Luxury Adventure

Princess Cruises (W)

Fleet of 18 Ships 670 – 3100

French Polynesia, Alaska, South Pacific, Caribbean, Mediterranean, Panama, Mexican Rivera, South America, Asia & Europe, World Cruises

Open Age

P&O South Pacific (W)

Fleet of 4 1800 - 2020

Australia, New Zealand, South Pacific

Open Age, Family

P&O International (W)

Fleet of 7 710 + World Cruises / Europe Selected ships may be adult only

Royal Caribbean International (W)

Fleet of 22 Ships 2000-5402

Europe, Middle East, Caribbean, bahamas, Asia, Alaska, North America, South America, South Pacific

Open Age

Seabourn (gSA)

Fleet of 6 208-450 Med, Northern Europe, Asia, Sth America, India & Africa, Caribbean, Trans Atlantic, World Cruises

Open Age Luxury Cruising

Sea Cloud Cruises (W)

Sea Cloud, River Cloud

64 Caribbean, Mediterranean, Northern Europe

All Ages Luxury

Sea Dream Yacht Club (W)

Sea Dream I & Sea Dream II

110 East & Western Mediterranean, Caribbean, South America

Casual Luxury Cruising

Silversea Cruises (W)

Fleet of 6 ships 132-540 Caribbean, Mexico, South America, North America, Mediterranean, Northern Europe, Asia, South Pacific, Alaska, Antarctica, Arctic, Central America

Open Age

Star Clippers (W)

Royal Clipper, Star Clipper, Star Flyer

170-227 Tahiti, Asia, Mediterranean, greek Isles, Caribbean

Sailing Ship Experience

Star Cruises (W)

Virgo 1804 Asia Open Age

Libra 732

Tauck River Cruising (W)

Fleet of 3 ships 118 European Waterways 45+ Luxury River Cruising

The World (gSA)

The World 300 Worldwide Luxury Cruising Apartment Style

Quark Expeditions

Sea Spirit, Ocean Diamond, Sea Adventurer, Akademik Sergey Vavilov and 50 Years of Victory, kapitan Dranistyn

104 - 189

Antarctica, Arctic, greenland, Spitsbergen

Expedition & Adventure

Windstar (W) Wind Spirit, Star & Surf

148-312 Europe / Caribbean Luxury Yacht Cruising

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katarina Line (W)

A fleet of classic motor-sailing ships.

20-40 Croatia and the Adriatic Clients seeking a relaxing casual holiday in the sun.

American Safari Cruises (W)

Safari Explorer, Safari Quest, Safari Spirit

22-88 Alaska; Columbia & Snake Rivers; Hawaii; Mexico’s Sea of Cortez

Active expedition style cruising.

galapagos Islands (W)

La Pinta, Isabela II, Santa Cruz

40 – 92 galapagos Islands 4 - 5-star small ship cruising for clients interested in nature and wildlife experiences.

Orient-Express (W)

Afloat-in-France 6 - 12 The canals and waterways of France

5-star luxury barging.

Road to Mandalay

86 burma – The Irrawaddy River

5-star luxury river cruising.

Cruceros Australis (W)

M/V Via Australis;

128 Patagonia, Chile 5-star expedition style cruising.

Stella Australis

Amazon cruising (W)

Iberostar grand Amazon

144 Manaus, brazilian Amazon 5-star cruising for discerning travellers.

MV Aqua 24 Iquitos, Peruvian Amazon

MV Aria 32 Iquitos, Peruvian Amazon

Nile cruising (W)

MS Hamees 145

The Nile, Egypt 5-star Nile cruises

MS Sunray 124

MS Misr (Steamship)

48

MS Darakum 88

Skorpios Cruises (W)

Skorpios II 130 Ex Puerto Montt, Chile Expedition style cruising of the Chilean Fjords.

Skorpios III 100 Ex Puerto Natales, Chile

Antarctica XXI (W)

Ocean Nova 62 Ex Punta Arenas, Chile Fly/Cruise option for those with little time.

Antarctic Dream (W)

MV Antarctic Dream

80 Ex Ushuaia, Argentina Expedition style cruising.

Quark Expeditions (W)

50 Years of Victory

128 Northpole3-star expedition-style cruising. Icebreaker with helicopters for sight seeing

Akademic Sergey Vavilov

107 Arctic3-star expedition-style cruising

Sea Adventurer 122

Antarctic

3 1/2-star expedition-style cruising

Ocean Diamond 1894-star expedition-style cruising

Sea Spirit 112 Antarctic/Arctic5-star, all suite, expedition-style cruising

Travel Dynamics (W) Corinthian II 114 Worldwide

5-star luxury cruising for clients interested in culture and history

Zambezi Queen (W)

Zambezi Queen 30Chobe River, botswana/Namibia

5-star luxury river cruise/safari

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Following steady cruise growth and the launch of a new cruise terminal in Dubai in 2010, the Dubai Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM) has signed on as an associate member with the International Cruise Council Australasia.

ICCA general manager Brett Jardine says it is the perfect time for the tourism body to sign up.

“With many of our cruise line members calling at Dubai on their world itineraries and some even

homeporting there, the Dubai cruise industry has seen some exciting growth,” Jardine says.

DTCM executive director of business tourism Hamad bin Mejren says a combination of strong tourism infrastructure, air connectivity and a strategic location at the crossroads of the East and West makes Dubai an attractive destination for many global cruise providers.

“As cruising is the fastest growing segment in Australia and New

Zealand’s travel industry it is important for the Dubai Cruise Terminal to be associated with the Council,” he says. “It provides a platform for us to educate travel consultants and showcase Dubai as a leading cruising destination.”

In 2011, the Dubai Cruise Terminal welcomed 108 cruise ships carrying more than 396,000 passengers, a number expected to reach 400,000 this year and grow to 425,000 passengers in 2013 with 115 ship visits.

DTCM joins Cruise Council

Silversea has added a new Pacific cruise, aboard its luxury flagship Silver Spirit sailing for the first time in February next year.

The 31-day round trip from Los Angeles will sail south across the Equator to French Polynesia to explore the Marquesas Islands.

A maximum of 540 guests will cruise the lagoons of Rangiroa, Tuamotu Archipelago and Moorea, with overnight stays in the lagoons of Papeete and Bora Bora in the Society Islands.

From Tahiti, Silver Spirit sails north through the largest atoll in the Pacific, the Line Islands to Kiribati, formerly known as Christmas Island in British colonial

days when it was part of the Gilbert and Ellice Islands, explored by Captain James Cook. Next stop is Fanning Island on the way to an exploration of the Hawaiian Islands.

Silver Spirit offers all inclusive fares, all suite accommodation, a choice of restaurants and all gratuities.

Silver Savings fares for this 31-day round trip cruise from Los Angeles start from US$15,299 per person double occupancy in a Vista Suite. Silversea includes US$1500 Shipboard Spending Credits per suite for guests to spend onboard.➦ www.silversea.com

Silversea's Silver Spirit explores the Pacific

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World.Cruise

(09) 360 7311 or 0800 [email protected]

World Journeys offer extraordinary cruising in some of the world’s most exciting destinations.• Hosted cruise Journeys incl flights and touring• Small ships in Alaska, the Galapagos, Amazon,

Patagonia & Antarctica• Traditional sailing ships in Turkey & Croatia• River cruising in Russia, Indochina & Egypt• Luxury barge holidays www.worldjourneys.co.nz

Knowledge, experience and personalised service

Quark additionsWorld Journeys has added Quark Expeditions, specialists in Polar expedition-style cruising, to its range of cruising product.

World Journeys director Ange Pirie says they chose to partner with Quark as they offer a blend of expedition-style cruising with creature comforts and a good selection of departures and itineraries.

“Their fleet of vessels represent a good mid- to high-end offering, but essentially, they are all about making sure clients experience the unique wonders of the Arctic and Antarctic,” says Pirie. “Their onboard experts have a real passion for these regions and love sharing their knowledge with guests on land excursions and onboard talks”.

World Journeys has based its February, 2013 Antarctica – The Last Continent small group hosted journey around a Quark cruise aboard the Sea Adventurer.

The itinerary includes two nights in Buenos Aires pre-cruise to enjoy some sightseeing and a tango dinner. Clients then head for Ushuaia and cruise to the Antarctic Peninsula and wildlife rich South Shetland Islands, with another two nights in Buenos Aires at the end for a touch of shopping. Book a deluxe or superior cabin on this departure by 30 September, 2012 and clients save $2000 per person.

The wholesaler is also offering early booking savings on Quark Expeditions Antarctic Explorer cruises in the 2013/14 season. Clients can save 25 per cent on the cruise-only fare aboard ocean diamond suites and balcony suites, aboard Sea Spirit deluxe, premium and owners suites, and aboard Sea Adventurer’s deluxe cabins and suites. All other cabin categories (except triples) attract a 20 per cent saving. Offer applies to new bookings deposited by 30 September, 2012.

World Journeys has reported the Cairo to Luxor section of the Nile has reopened to cruise ships for the first time in 15 years.

Until now, visitors have had to fly or train from Cairo to Luxor, and cruise only between Luxor and Aswan.

“Starting in April 2013, World Journeys is delighted to be able to offer a fascinating cruise along the length of the country,” says World Journeys marketing manager Caroline Clegg. “From 9 to 14 nights, passengers not only see the traditional sights of the pyramids, Cairo Museum and Valley of the Kings but the fascinating archaeological sites of Ashmunein, Tel el Armana, Abydos and Dendara.”

Prices start at $1824 per person share twin for a nine-night itinerary aboard the four-star MS Hamees.

Small ship cruisingWorld Journeys says its range of small ship cruising is expanding year on year, with a small ship cruise experience more often than not included in a land-based touring itinerary.

A recent addition to the range is the Zambezi Queen, offering a small ship safari on the Chobe River which runs between Namibia and Botswana.

“Not only do you enjoy all the comforts of a luxury ship, but you can watch game right from your own balcony,” says Clegg. “Game drives and village visits are also included, as are special touches such as a traditional African boma dinner on the shore of the Chobe River, with African singing and dancing , followed by stargazing.”

Clegg says the wholesaler is experiencing increased demand for small ship experiences in Alaska and Hawaii.

“This is primarily because these are pristine environments which are best explored in a more intimate manner, with smaller guest numbers and more flexibility to go with the flow’.”

Journey through time

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Mediterranean Caribbean

Vietnam & Europe Nile Cruises

CroisiEurope Star Clippers

2013 EARLY BOOKING OFFERS Toll Free 0508 100 111 / www.innovative-travel.com

The Innovative Travel Company’s GSA cruiseline, CroisiEurope, has named its latest flagship vessel MS Gerard Schmitter in honour of the company’s founder, who died aged 76 earlier this year.

The three-bridge liner has 88 cabins with a capacity of 176 passengers and will sail on the Rhine and its tributaries where Gerard’s dream became a reality 36 years ago.

The new vessel will be operating ‘The Charms of Holland and the magnificent valley of the Romantic Rhine’ which runs over eight days from $1985pp twin – includes all meals, local wine, beer and fruit juice with lunch and dinner, bilingual (French and English), sightseeing and entertainment. Discounts are available when clients book and pay by 18 November 2012.

Meantime, the Innovative Travel Company has launched its 2012/2013 CroisiEurope River and Coastal Cruising brochure, with a new range of cruises for the Mekong River

New Mekong voyagesThe Mekong River itinerary from Angkor to Ho Chi Minh City (or vice versa) includes the temples of Angkor Wat and Ta Prohm; fishing town and port of Kampong Chhnang; the village of Koh Chen; Phnom Penh the capital of Cambodia; ChauDoc, SaDec and Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon).

All first class accommodation and cruise includes arrival and departure transfers, all meals and complimentary drinks, tea and coffee throughout the day, tips (for crew during cruise) and English speaking guides. Eleven days is priced from $2921pp twin. Extensions are available to include central and north Vietnam.

Sail awayInnovative’s Wisker says there is a growing demand for more boutique, small ship cruising experiences.

“The super yachts in the Aegean and Star Clippers tall ship sailing in the Mediterranean, Asia and the Caribbean are among the popular choices,” she says.

From this year Star Clippers introduced a sailing programme into the Scandinavian region (May to Sept).

“Gaining real traction in the market is our CroisiEurope River and Coastal Cruises, offering more culturally focused cruises and a uniquely French experience with its bilingual French and English speaking cruises and famed French cuisine. A key point of difference with these cruises is the selection of three, four and five-day itinerary fillers, in addition to the 3.5 to four-star standard which has broad appeal.”

CroisiEurope operate 28 vessels with more than 1200 departures on 15 rivers, covering the main European rivers including Spain, Portugal, France and Italy as well as coastal cruises along the Adriatic coastline of Croatia and the Red Sea visiting Egypt and Jordan and the Black Sea region. ➦ www.innovative-travel.com

The new CroisiVoyages Mekong River cruise

Innovative cruising

under the banner of CroisiVoyages. “A selection of the popular cruises in France again features

strongly in the new brochure, including the Siene, Bordeaux region and the Rhone and Saone,” says Innovative national sales and marketing manager Carol Wisker. “European rivers include the Danube, Rhine, plus the rivers in Spain and Portugal, the Po River in Italy and others.”

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Thanks to daily flights to and from Lisbon, it’s never been easier to get to Portugal.

Eurolynx Travel manager David Franklin-Ross has just returned from a seven-night river cruise along the Douro River in Portugal, starting and finishing in Porto.

“The scenery was relaxing and diverse with gigantic locks, soaring ravines and wonderful sculptured wine terraces,” says Franklin-Ross. “Porto has to now be one of my favourite cites in Europe, full of visual diversity in both architecture, culture and history. But most importantly, Porto is where all the world famous Port cellars are.”

New ships are being built for 2013 Portugal cruises and will range from four to seven nights and include onshore sightseeing, local cuisine and hospitality.

Beginning in Porto, the ships will continue to the ancient and city of Lamego, then onto Spain to visit Salamanca, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located at the centre of the Castilla y León region. They will then travel inland and onto the countryside

of the Trás-os-Montes region to visit the palace and gardens of Mateus, then explore the 14th-century Alpendurada Monastery before concluding in historic Porto.➦ www.eurolynx.co.nz

✪ RIVER CRUISING ✪ CANAL BOATS – SELF DRIVE ✪ HOTEL BARGES ✪ MOTOR HOMES ✪ LUXURY TRAINS

✪ WALKING & CYCLING ✪ COACH TOURS

Eurolynx Travel Ph: 09 361 3661 or Email [email protected] www.eurolynx.co.nz

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Seabourn is adding Antarctica for the first time in 2013. Seabourn Quest, the newest ship in Seabourn’s fleet, will begin a series of four 21- to 24-day voyages sailing between Valparaíso, Chile and Buenos Aires, Argentina starting in November of 2013.

The all-suite ship will cruise the Chilean coast, including visits to Puerto Montt for the Chilean Lakes District, Castro on the huge island of Chiloé, and Puerto Chacabuco for the Rio Simpson Valley and Coyhaique, as well as Punta Arenas, from where guests can tour the Torres del Paine National Park. Then

the ship will thread the glaciers, peaks and channels of the Chilean Fjords, culminating in a transit of the Beagle Channel and its Glacier Alley. Weather permitting, following a call at Ushuaia in Argentina’s Tierra del Fuego, Seabourn Quest will cruise by Cape Horn bound for the Southern Ocean. Guests on board will experience five days in Antarctica, including scenic cruising of highlights such as the Lemaire Channel, Paradise Bay and the Gerlache Strait.

Antarctic expedition staff will give guests the option of available sites for landings and cruising in smaller

inflatable boats, based on real-time weather and wildlife reports. Scientists, naturalists and other lecturers will speak on board and accompany guests ashore to add insights.

During the South Atlantic portion of the voyage, guests will visit Port Stanley in the Falkland Islands, and Montevideo, Uruguay’s capital, en route to or from Buenos Aires.

A 24-day holiday version will include two days exploring the sub-Antarctic wildlife Eden of South Georgia Island.

Seabourn’s new Ultimate Antarctica and Patagonia sailings are open for sale now.

Seabourn adds Antarctica voyages

David Franklin-Ross cruises through Portugal

Port in Portugal

Excursions & Activities include:• Visiting local Marquesan villages and

handicraft centres

• Archaeological and cultural sites, tikis,

churches, all with on site lecturers

• Enjoying traditional dance shows, 4WD,

hiking and sightseeing tours

• Restaurants, picnics & BBQs on white

sandy beaches

• Visiting Paul Gauguin & Jacques Brel

Museum (entrance fee not included)

• Local multi-lingual tour guides

(English, French and German)

• Fantastic 14-day cruise, which

includes 3 meals/day

• A doctor is also available during all

excursions + onboard travel

Optional activities not included:• Horseback riding

• Trawling and Deep sea fi shing

• Scuba diving

W hen you step onboard the Aranui 3 you know you have embarked on a very different cruise holiday. This

unique 2003 built passenger-freighter caters for 200 passengers and comes complete with a lounge, bars, conference room, swimming pool, fi shing platform, boutique and accommodation which ranges from spacious Suites with a balcony to Deluxe and Standard ‘A’ cabins, each with ocean views.

Experience a 14 day adventure discovering the most remote islands of the Marquesas archipelagos located 1,500 kms North-East of Tahiti. You will take part in delivering essential goods as well as cars and building materials to 16 local villages.

In addition to this vital role, Aranui Cruises offers a soft adventure holiday with a real cultural discovery element, allowing passengers to absorb some of the world’s most remarkable scenery on ancient volcanic islands fringed with black sandy beaches.

Cruise in the comfort of the unique Tahitian passenger-freighter, Aranui 3

For pricing and packages please contact your local travel agent.

Email: [email protected]: [email protected] | Phone: (+61) 3 9449 3778www.aranuicruises.com.au

Discover Paradise......The Aranui Way

Discover Paradise......The Aranui Way

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