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Cruising Alaska

Alaska cruises have surged in popularity in recent years, and demand to see America’s last unspoiled frontier continues to grow. Enjoy Alaska’s picturesque surrounding as you admire snowcapped peaks, mighty glaciers, steep fjords and such wildlife as whales, black bears, brown bears, bald eagles, sea otters and seals. Your journey will take you to historic gold rush towns and quaint fishing villages where you’ll enjoy plenty of outdoor activities and immerse yourself in Alaska’s unique culture.

Alaska cruises are generally divided into three types, Inside Passage cruises, Gulf of Alaska cruises and small ship expedition-style cruises. The Inside Passage has been the traditional way to cruise Alaska, with most ships sailing round-trip from Vancouver or Seattle, through glacier country as far north as Skagway or Juneau. Gulf of Alaska cruises cover more territory as they travel from Vancouver through the Inside Passage and up to Seward/Anchorage (or the reverse). Small expedition-style ships explore isolated ports and remote waterways inaccessible to large ships, and enable you to see glaciers and wildlife up close.

The cruising season in Alaska begins in May and lasts through September, and cruises usually last between seven and 12 days. Some cruise lines also offer cruise tours, a combination of an Alaskan cruise and a land tour. On the land tour portion, you will journey inland by train or motorcoach and visit scenic destinations like Denali National Park, the Yukon Territory or the Canadian Rockies. We offer huge discounts on all of these vacations, on every cruise line in Alaska.

Ports of Call: Skagway, Juneau, Ketchikan, Van Couver (Canada)

Land Destinations: Fair Banks, Kodiak, Victoria (British Columbia)

Alaska Cruises

Alaska cruises have surged in popularity in recent years, and demand to see America’s last unspoiled frontier continues to grow. Enjoy Alaska’s picturesque surrounding as you admire snowcapped peaks, mighty glaciers, steep fjords and such wildlife as whales, black bears, brown bears, bald eagles, sea otters and seals. Your journey will take you to historic gold rush towns and quaint fishing villages where you’ll enjoy plenty of outdoor activities and immerse yourself in Alaska’s unique culture.

Alaska cruises are generally divided into three types, Inside Passage cruises, Gulf of Alaska cruises and small ship expedition-style cruises. The Inside Passage has been the traditional way to cruise Alaska, with most ships sailing round-trip from Vancouver or Seattle, through glacier country as far north as Skagway or Juneau. Gulf of Alaska cruises cover more territory as they travel from Vancouver through the Inside Passage and up to Seward/Anchorage (or the reverse). Small expedition-style ships explore isolated ports and remote waterways inaccessible to large ships, and enable you to see glaciers and wildlife up close.

The cruising season in Alaska begins in May and lasts through September, and cruises usually last between seven and 12 days. Some cruise lines also offer cruise tours, a combination of an Alaskan cruise and a land tour. On the land tour portion, you will journey inland by train or motorcoach and visit scenic destinations like Denali National Park, the Yukon Territory or the Canadian Rockies. We offer huge discounts on all of these vacations, on every cruise line in Alaska.

Ports of Call: Skagway, Juneau, Ketchikan, Van Couver (Canada)

Land Destinations: Fair Banks, Kodiak, Victoria (British Columbia)

Tahiti and South Pacific Cruises

Tahiti, Bora Bora, Fiji and French Polynesia – just the sounds of these exotic locations conjure up images of white sand beaches and tropical sunsets.  A cruise to the islands of the South Pacific takes you to a gorgeous collection of volcanic islands and coral atolls strewn lazily across the souther ocean.  Here nature has created masterpieces of sheer cliffs, deep valleys, mountain peaks, cascading waterfalls and crystalline lagoons filled with brilliant tropical fish.

A cruise to the South Pacific is the perfect combination of leisure and adventure.  Languish on the beaches and wim and snorkel in the clean clear water.  Or take a more active approach and dive the reefs and lagoons looking for sharks.  On land the most popular adventures are hiking and four-wheel safaris.  The lush tropical foliage is filled with abasing flowers and herbs giving off a delightful fragrance of jasmine, hibiscus and vanilla.

Travelers to the South Pacific islands will find a population of warm and happy people eager to welcome and share their way of life.

Ports of call: Tahiti, Moorea, Bora Bora, Raiatea, Huahine, Hive Oa, Nuku Hiva, Uq Pou, Fatu Hiva, Api, Pago Pago, Fiji, Rarotonga

Bahama Cruises

The Bahamas are a popular destination with first-time cruisers interested in testing the water, families traveling during school holiday or anyone looking for a quick break.  They offer everything you are looking for in an island vacation: beautiful white-sand beaches, warm weather, golf, tax-free shopping, historical sights and casino gambling.

The crystal clear waters surrounding the Bahamas are warm and shallow, making them an ideal location for snorkeling and diving.  The majority of the cruise line’s shore excursions concentrate on combining watersports with time at the beach.

The cruise lines private islands are a popular stop along the way.  These private islands have been impeccably groomed and provide guests with everything needed for the perfect day at the beach (beach chairs, umbrellas, hammocks, bars, restrooms, showers, volleyball nets, watersports equipment, shops and dining).

Ports of call: Nassau, Freeport

World Cruise

A world cruise is truly an incredible journey because the entire world awaits your discover.  The ship covers at least three major oceans, dozens of different seas and visits exotic ports of call on six continents.  It also transits the Panama Canal, the Suez Canal and sails through the Strait of Gibraltar.  The experience of a world cruise includes scores of different cultures and walks the paths of some of the most influential events in history.  Each port of call has opportunities for shopping, sightseeing, adventure and cultural immersion.

A full circumnavigation of the globe usually begins from the east coast of the United States and always sail in a westbound direction.  A typical itinerary will follow the following pattern: The departure may sail from New York City, and then sail south along the US Atlantic coast to the Caribbean.  After a few ports of call, the ship will transit the Panama Canal and continue up the west coast of Central America and Mexico and the west coast of the United States.  From there, the ship will sail west into the open Pacific Ocean and probably makes ports of call in Hawaii and other South Pacific Islands including French Polynesia.  Now it is just a short distance to New Zealand and Australia.  Indonesia and Southeast Asia is next on the list before continuing on to India.

After crossing the Indian Ocean the ship usually makes a few stops along the southern side of the Arabian Peninsula.  Sometimes ports along the east coast of Africa, including Madagascar, will be offered.  The ship then sails north through the Red Sea and transits the Suez Canal.  Upon exiting the ship will tour some of the finest cities in the Mediterranean and Western Europe.  The last leg is a Trans-Atlantic crossing back to New York.

Ports of call: You name it…they have it.