Archive for the ‘Cruise Ships’ Category
Cruising Industry Climbs on Board Sustainable Tourism Movement
QUITO, Ecuador- The travel industry has seen an obvious trend toward eco-tourism and sustainable travel. And, as vacation season steadily approaches, tourists are beginning to think more about the environment as they plan trips around the globe. The cruising industry is one area of travel that has been slower to follow the path of “greener” [...]
March 2, 2010
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North Cape Tops Hurtigruten’s List Of Excursions On Lauded Coastal Voyage
New York, NY, February 2010 — The North Cape ranks up there with several other ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ travel destinations visited by Hurtigruten’s fleet of modern ships – including Antarctica, Greenland and the Arctic’s Spitsbergen. Hurtigruten brought nearly 50,000 guests to the North Cape cliffs, the northernmost point of mainland Europe at 71Вє north, offering the same [...]
February 16, 2010
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Hurtigruten Offers Spring/Summer Exploration Cruise Specials on Greenland, Spitsbergen, Iceland And Baltic Sailings
New York, February 2010 — Hurtigruten has announced pricing specials on its Spring and Summer line-up of Exploration Cruises – cruises designed to take in some of the world’s most remote destinations. All offer savings of 25% on the price of suites aboard the world’s newest and most deluxe expedition ship, the MS Fram, and [...]
February 5, 2010
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Victoria Cruises Responds To Increased Demand On China’s Yangtze, Schedules Two Additional Victoria Jenna Sailings
NEW YORK, NY (February, 2010) – In response to increased demand for luxury cruises on China’s Yangtze River, Victoria Cruises has made two additional departures available on its newest and largest luxury ship – the Victoria Jenna. Departing Chongqing for a three-night downstream sailing on March 14, and Yichang for the four-night return journey upstream [...]
February 4, 2010
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TV star Rosa rejoins the European Waterways hotel barge fleet
European Waterways is very pleased to announce the re-launch of the hotel barge “Rosa” in southwest France. Rosa is an old friend, having been part of the European Waterways fleet for a number of years, including when she was enjoyed by Celebrity Chef Rick Stein during the filming of the BBC TV series “French Odyssey.”
February 4, 2010
Posted in: Cruise Ships, Europe (General)
Hurtigruten Pumps Up Its Roster Of Theme Cruise Vacations — Music, Celebrations, Cuisine, History, Scenic Vistas And Birds Lead The Charge
New York, NY, January 2010 — As a growing number of travelers seek to return home with lifetime memories, built from experiential vacations, Hurtigruten has responded to their passengers’ interests with an expanded roster of even more fascinating Theme Voyages possibilities for 2010. All of which take place aboard the company’s fleet of modern vessels [...]
January 26, 2010
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Go Barging in Historic Europe and Save Money too
TORONTO – GLP Worldwide Expedition Travel and Tours, representing Go Barging in Canada, is a subsidiary of European Waterways, and the largest luxury barging vacation company in Europe. It is offering substantial savings on the following tours: Paris and Burgundy; Belgium & Holland 6 night cruise; Canal du Midi and Provence; and [...]
January 19, 2010
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Fascinating Voyages and Affordable Prices to be Found in Hurtigruten’s New 2010/11 Brochure Now Available
TORONTO – Captivating scenery, rich history and friendly locals all combine for an unforgettable Hurtigruten (formerly Norwegian Coastal Voyage) cruise whether that be sailing the waters of Norway, Greenland, Spitsbergen or Antarctica. Hurtigruten, represented in Canada by GLP Worldwide Expedition Travel & Tours, has released its new 2010/11 brochure which showcases [...]
January 14, 2010
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A Christmas Voyage through the Norwegian Fjords, for the Armchair Traveler
by Judy M. Zimmerman (Member of SATW)
If you love the sparkling vistas of a winter wonderland, but prefer to snuggle up in your favorite chair by the fireside this Christmas, come along with me on the “world’s most beautiful voyage” through the Norwegian fjords.
December 15, 2009
Posted in: Cruise Ships, Scandinavia
2010/11 Hurtigruten Brochure Now Available Through GLP Worldwide Expedition Travel & Tours With Selection of Norway, Greenland and Antarctic Itineraries
TORONTO – Hurtigruten (formerly Norwegian Coastal Voyage), represented in Canada by GLP Worldwide Expedition Travel & Tours, has released its new 2010/11 brochure which features many engaging and fascinating itineraries that offer travellers a chance to explore some of the world’s last remaining frontiers and natural wonders. The 92-page brochure highlights expeditions to such [...]
December 8, 2009
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