Azamara Club Cruises

Celebrity Cruises

Crystal Cruises

Compagnie du Ponant

Fred.Olsen Cruises

Holland America Line

MSC Cruises

Norwegian Cruise Line

P&O Cruises/UK

Royal Caribbean Cruises/UK

SeaDream Yacht Club

Silversea Cruises

Windstar Cruises

 

Azamara Club Cruises

Website: www.azarmarclubcruises.com

Watch The Grand Prix With Azamara Club Cruises 

Join Azamara Club Cruises (www.azamaraclubcruises.co.uk) in Monte Carlo this summer for the Formula 1 Grand Prix. A four-night Grand Prix cruise-only onboard Azamara Journey costs from £1,728.00 per person (based on two people sharing a balcony stateroom). Tickets to the Grand Prix are available as a shore excursion from £440.50 per person.

Price includes a Grand Prix four-night cruise-only departing Nice (France) and calling at Portofino (Italy), St. Tropez (France) and Monte Carlo (Monaco) on the day of the race, before returning to Nice (France); meals and room service; destination-influenced entertainment and enrichment programmers; housekeeping and dining gratuities; bottled water throughout the voyage; house wines with meals; specialty coffees and teas; and all relevant cruise taxes/fees.

Price is based on  May 26, 2011 departure.

Celebrity Cruises

Website: www.celebrity.com

Celebrity Silhouette Specialty Restaurants Open For Pre-Cruise Booking

Travelers looking to sink their teeth into Celebrity’s latest culinary news – the introduction of new restaurants on its forthcoming Celebrity Silhouette and Celebrity Reflection – can now be some of the first to lock in their dining reservations. All four specialty restaurants on Celebrity Silhouette, including the new Lawn Club Grill, which will celebrate guests’ passion for grilling, are now open for booking advance reservations. Guests can also book reservations for the Italian-steakhouse-inspired Tuscan Grille, elegant French-inspired Murano and the “uniquely unordinary” Qsine.

Travel agents and guests are invited to visit www.celebritycruises.com  to book.

Compagnie du Ponant

Website: www.ponant.com

Compagnie du Ponant’s Le Levant to Sail Mediterranean, Black Seas

Compagnie du Ponant’s Le Levant will cruise the waters of the Mediterranean and the Black Sea from April 27 through Oct. 15. The ship is offering 20 mostly seven-night voyages visiting rarely visited ports in Greece and nine other countries -- France, Italy, Slovenia, Croatia, Montenegro, Turkey, Bulgaria, Romania and Ukraine. Among the ports are the Greek island of Tinos, known as the “Lourdes of Greece,” where passengers will see the Panagia Evangelistria dating from 1820, the site of an annual pilgrimage celebrating the Dormition of the Virgin Mary; Siros, where visitors can explore two towns that rise around the port; Ano Syros, a 13th century Venetian settlement with narrow medieval streets; and Ermoupolis, which boasts restored, neo-classical buildings, 19th century mansions and palm-fringed platias.

Carrying 90 guests in 45 outside staterooms, the 330-foot Le Levant features two restaurants, a spacious lounge, several bars, a library, a swimming pool and a beauty and fitness area with sauna. The 4,300-square-foot Sun Deck provides ample room to take in the sea air and the sun. Aboard the yacht, guests dine on French cuisine, tasteful accommodations and a chic, yet informal atmosphere. The intimate size of Le Levant and a staff-to-guest ratio of 1:2 translate to very personalized service.

--Le Levant will kick off the season with a seven-night Nice-to-Venice cruise on April 27, visiting seven ports in three countries, including the islands of Corsica and Sicily, as well as two ports in Croatia. On May 4, the yacht sails from Venice to Athens, making stops at four ports on the Dalmatian Coast (Piran, Trogir, Dubrovnik and Kotor) before arriving at the Greek island of Corfu and transiting the Corinth Canal.

--Nineteen Greek Islands are featured on six Athens-Istanbul, six Istanbul-Athens and two Istanbul-Istanbul departures from May 11 into September. Three Black Sea cruises to and from Istanbul call at ports in Bulgaria, Romania and Ukraine (June 1, July 14 and Sept. 9). Le Levant will also offer an eastern Mediterranean (Athens to Alexandria) cruise departing Oct. 7 and an Alexandria-Tunis cruise departing Oct. 15, sailing along the coast of northern Africa with stops in Egypt, Libya and Tunisia.

Ranging from 205 to 161 square feet, Le Levant’s staterooms are air conditioned with king size or twin beds, a desk, dressing table and marble and teak baths with showers and L’Occitane amenities. The staterooms have all the latest technology including flat-screen satellite TVs, DVD/CD players, satellite direct-dial telephone, Wi-Fi and mini bar.

Fares start at $3,820 per person, double, depending on the itinerary and stateroom. Currently, the line is offering the Ponant Bonus Fare of $2,674, per person, double. Cruise prices include all wine, beer, mineral water, soft drinks and specialty coffees served with meals. Compagnie du Ponant offers travel agent commissions ranging from 10 to 15 percent. For more information, call 888-400-1082 (West Coast agents may call 888-400-1082) or visit www.ponant.com.

Crystal Cruises

Website: www.crystalcruises.com

Crystal’s Cruise Sale Offers New Reductions On All Fall Departures

Crystal Cruises’ fall voyages are now on sale with newly reduced fares from as low as $2,400 per person and new Penthouse and Verandah savings up to $8,000 per couple.  Beginning with its August 26 Mediterranean cruise on Crystal Serenity and its first 2011 Canada/New England cruise on Crystal Symphony, Crystal is offering new savings on every one of its 22 fall cruises, including both Christmas/New Year departures.

Guests will still receive up to $2,000 per couple “All Inclusive–As You Wish” shipboard credits and free air from 20+ North American gateways, now including Honolulu.

Crystal’s fall cruise collection includes a first-class array of prime overseas and domestic vacations, including the romantic Mediterranean; culturally-rich Black Sea; exotic Canary Islands including Morocco; historic Holy Land; swinging Big Band Transatlantic sailing; fascinating Panama Canal; tropical Mexican Riviera and Caribbean; crisp, colorful New England and Canada; new luxury Pacific Coast escapes; and end-of-year holiday cruises to Hawaii and the Caribbean, with Panama Canal highlights.

One signature example of the value inherent in the Crystal Experience is a plethora of all-inclusive fine dining options, now incorporating new, flexible “Perfect Choice Dining” for choose-your-own-time dinner reservations.  

Crystal’s ethos of warm and friendly attentiveness, fulfilled by top-trained service staff from around the world, has earned the line a reputation for elevating hospitality to an art form.  With no guest request left untended, Crystal Cruises has been the perfect choice for luxury travelers for over two decades, earning “World’s Best” ratings more than any other cruise line, hotel or resort in history.

Crystal Discounts March 31 Ten-Day Mexican Riviera Cruise From LA

Mexico has become the land of buried treasure as luxury cruise line Crystal Cruises announces dramatic discounts for its 1ten-day Mexican Riviera cruise sailing round trip from Los Angeles.  Departing March 31, the getaway offers new per person tiered rates at 30-45% less than previous fares:  $1995 for Deluxe Outside Staterooms with large windows, $2,995 for Verandah Staterooms, and $5,995 and $7,995 for its butler-serviced Penthouses and Penthouse Suites, respectively – plus $500 “All Inclusive – As You Wish” shipboard spending credits.

Crystal’s Senior Vice President, Sales & Marketing Bill Smith explains, “The Mexican destinations we’re visiting are really very welcoming to tourists, but negative publicity in other parts of Mexico have hurt tourism for the whole country.  By offering this itinerary at such unprecedented prices, we hope that those who have dreamed about experiencing Crystal’s ‘VIP treatment’ will be inspired to sample this convenient warm weather, winter getaway.  Discerning travelers worldwide concur that Crystal offers one of the most pampering and stimulating resort experiences in the world.”

Sailing round-trip aboard the award-winning Crystal Symphony from easily-accessible LA, ports-of-call include San Diego; the charming villages of La Paz and Loreto; and legendary Mexican Riviera towns Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlán and Puerto Vallarta.

As a “Mind, Body, and Spirit”-focused cruise, Crystal has lined up expert speakers and instructors in world affairs, medicine, tai chi, yoga, dance, and golf.  While ashore, guests can swim with dolphins, zipline through jungles, fly to Guadalajara, join a You Care, We Care voluntourism event, or learn to dance, or make, salsa.

Besides Crystal’s renowned “Six-Star” service and many inclusive indulgent amenities, spending credits can be used for boutique excursions, spa services, gift shop purchases, exclusive Vintage Room dining experiences or any of Crystal’s fine wine and spirits.

Long-Hidden Libya Spices Up Crystal’s 2011 Mediterranean Cruise Season

Crystal Cruises is removing the cloak of mystery surrounding Libya as a travel destination by adding its historic capital, Tripoli, to its fall season.   Libya’s doors have been closed to American tourists since the U.S. imposed sanctions on the country almost 20 years ago.  With Libyan authorities lifting its ban on tourist visas, Crystal has added Tripoli to its November 16 “Italian Splendor” Mediterranean cruise.

Augmenting an itinerary already steeped in wonders of antiquity and cultural immersion, the addition of Tripoli enables travelers to visit what some consider the last unspoiled country in North Africa.  Beginning and ending with overnights in Venice and Barcelona, the 11-day voyage also boasts visits to Dubrovnik and Sicily, Naples, Civitavecchia (for Rome), and Livorno (for Florence and Tuscany).

Guests can explore Libya’s largest city, Tripoli; see some of the best-preserved cities and archaeological relics in the world from Roman, Greek, Byzantine, Phoenician, and Arab-Islamic civilizations; mix with local and tribal ethnicities; feast on traditional cuisine; and sift through the sand of the Saharan desert, which covers roughly 90% of the country.

With so many educational opportunities for all ages on this Thanksgiving cruise, families can create once-in-a-lifetime memories -- and enjoy free berths, group perks and family savings via the “Crystal Family Memories Program.”

A “Two-for-One” promotion offers per person, double occupancy, fares starting at $5,470, including $1,000 “All Inclusive–As You Wish” shipboard spending credits and complimentary air transportation from many North American gateways (or cruise-only fare reduction).

New Pacific Coast Adventures Add Excitement To  Spring Sailings

Sip a local Pinot Noir while overlooking Sideways wine country.  Soar new heights in an XJ5 Flight Simulator.  Master the delicate art of filleting fresh salmon.  Crystal Cruises has set dozens of Crystal Adventures ashore for its spring voyages along the Pacific Coast--many of them brand new.  Designed to suit a broad range of interests, excursions explore the historical, culinary and outdoorsy culture of the area.

Departing April 10 and 17, the seven-day cruises sail between Los Angeles and Vancouver, calling in coastal cities in California, Oregon and British Columbia.

History buffs can step into the past by visiting Seattle’s underground ghost town or Lewis and Clark’s Ft. Clatsop in Astoria…or, step into the future at Boeing’s “Future of Flight Center” and airplane factory.

Gastronomes will be sated by Oregon wine tasting and a Northwest seafood cooking demonstration; wine tasting at private Santa Ynez wineries; a picturesque drive past evergreens and dunes to the Tillamook Cheese cooperative; and a guided walk-through of Seattle’s famous Pike Place food market—home of the original Starbucks.

Local nature enthusiasts can glimpse the environmental recovery at Mount St. Helens, or participate in an array of outdoor beach activities at Oregon’s Seaside and Cannon Beach communities—where local art and shopping also abound.

For sports fans, a behind-the-scenes tour of Safeco Field is a homerun, especially when followed by beer tasting at the Seattle Pyramid Alehouse and Brewery.

Crystal’s newest value proposition invites kids 17 and under to sail free on the two spring voyages when sailing in a third berth with two full-fare adults.  Promotional Two-for-One cruise fares start at $2,695 per person, and include $500 per person, “All Inclusive–As You Wish” shipboard spending credits and complimentary air transportation from 24 North American gateways.

Fred.Olsen Cruises

Website: www.FredOlsenCruises.com 

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines and USA reseller and booking agent, Borton Overseas, has launched a new promotion for the 2012 Grand Voyages; the promotion includes a $240 flight credit and an onboard spending credit, per person.

--Around South America cruise - Balmoral departs Southampton, January 5, 2012 and

sails for 89 nights. Cruisers will experience maiden calls to New Orleans,

Galveston, and Sao Paulo, transit the Panama Canal, explore Central America,

discover Chile’s stunning Chilean Fjords, round the dramatic Cape Horn and

experience the rainforest up close with a cruise down the Amazon River.

Enrichment programs available include ballroom dancing, bridge, watercolor

painting, choirs at sea and performing arts.

Promotion includes: Ocean view cabins starting at $15,869, $240 flight credit

and $775 onboard spending per person.

--Around the World cruise – Black Watch departs Southampton, January 11, 2012 and

sails for 106 nights. This is an opportunity to spend relaxing days at sea and

explore exotic destinations not on the charts of an ordinary cruising holiday.

Cruisers will be able to visit Africa and Europe on the same day with calls to

Ceuta and Gibraltar, enjoy overnight stays in Mumbai, Singapore and Hong Kong,

cruise the Great Barrier Reef and spend three days in Sydney. Enrichment

programs available include bridge, performing arts, South America wine and

comedy.

Promotion includes: Ocean view cabins starting at $19,585, $240 flight credit

and onboard spending per person, based on the cabin chosen: $310 for outside

cabins (F,E,D,L,K,MO),  $540 for superior outside cabins (C,B,A,BC,J) and $775

for suites (JS,DS,BS,SS,MS,PS,JB,OW).

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines also offers shorter sectors, 6 for the World Cruise and

9 for Around South America. All sectors are included in the promotion for the

$240 flight credit; selected sectors have an onboard spending credit. Cruises

must be booked by July 15, 2011 and a copy of the flight invoice or tickets must

be received by Borton Overseas to receive the flight credit and onboard spend.

To book a cruise or request additional information, contact Borton Overseas at

1-800-843-0602, info@bortonoverseas.com  or www.bortonoverseas.com/cruises .

Borton Overseas can also assist in travel insurance, pre or post hotels and

transfers.

Holland America Line

Website: www.hollandamerica.com

Holland America’s ms Rotterdam to Make Two Trans-Atlantic Crossings in 2011

To commemorate Holland America Line's 40th anniversary of its evolution from traditional trans-Atlantic voyages to becoming entirely dedicated to vacation cruising, the premium line's ms Rotterdam is sailing two classic crossings in July 2011.

Rotterdam's nine-day trans-Atlantic sailing departs Rotterdam, the Netherlands, on July 3, 2011, and calls at the traditional crossing departure port of Southampton, England, before heading to New York. The July 12 trans-Atlantic departure returns to Rotterdam from New York over nine leisurely days with a call at Cobh (Cork), Ireland, another time-honored stop on crossings of the past. "Trans-Atlantic cruises were the foundation of Holland America Line for several decades, and there's still a strong desire from today's travelers who want to step back in time and relive the celebrated days of an elegant crossing or follow in the footsteps of their ancestors," said Richard D. Meadows, CTC, executive vice president, marketing, sales and guest programs. "We're proud to honor our heritage with these two special itineraries, replete with nostalgia-themed menus, entertainment and a host of surprises and keepsakes."

The trans-Atlantic journeys will offer enriching activities, guest lecturers and chefs, complimentary mementos and opportunities to celebrate the line's 138-year heritage. In addition, a bon voyage sail away party, captain's gala party, special entertainers and events ensure that both itineraries will create recollections to last a lifetime. Guests seeking to discover more about the company's history can visit the Crow's Nest, which will be set up as a "Museum at Sea" during both crossings, or attend a lecture by a renowned maritime historian.

Bill Miller, considered an international authority on the subject of ocean liners and cruise ships, will be on board both sailings as a guest lecturer. Called "Mr. Ocean Liner," he has written more than 65 books on the subject — from early steamers and immigrant ships to liners at war.

MSC Cruises

Website: www.msccruises.com or www.MSCCruisesUSA.com

MSC Announces Summer Sail Rates For Northern Europe Cruises

MSC Cruises makes summer vacation planning even easier with its latest Summer Sail rates offer for cruises at the end of April through the beginning of September in Northern Europe.  Summer Sail rates begin at $899 per person, plus government fees and taxes (GFTs) on select seven-night fantastic fjords, route of the Vikings, Baltic castles, and Russian palaces cruises. Departing from Copenhagen, Denmark and Kiehl, Germany, this offer expires February 28.

Two of the fleet’s sister ships, MSC Poesia and MSC Orchestra, feature some of the best entertainment at sea while onboard, Shanghai Chinese restaurant—the only authentic Chinese restaurant at sea (MSC Orchestra), Kaito sushi restaurant (MSC Poesia), and the Aurea Spa for various treatments, and more.

Some of the select, seven-night Northern Europe cruises from Copenhagen, Denmark or Kiel (Hamburg), Germany include:

MSC Poesia

 ·    Route of the Vikings, starting at $999, plus GFTs; cruise to Olden, Norway; Bergen, Norway; Kristiansand, Norway; and Oslo, Norway; June 26, July 9, 10, 23 and 24, August 6, 7, 20 and 21, and September 3 and 4

 ·    Baltic Beauty and Russian Riches, starting at $1,049, plus GFTs; cruise to Stockholm Sweden; Tallin, Estonia; and St. Petersburg, Russia; July 2, 3, 16, 17 and 30 and Aug.ust13, 14, 27 and 28;

 MSC Orchestra

 ·    Fantastic Fjords, starting at $899, plus GFTs; cruise to Hellesylt/Geiranger, Norway; Flaam, Norway; Stavanger, Norway, and Oslo, Norway; May 7 and 21, June 18, July 2, 3, 16, 17, 30 and 31, August 13, 14, 27 and 28;

·    Baltic Castles and Russian Palaces, starting at $899, plus GFTs; cruise to Stockholm, Sweden; Tallin, Estonia; and St. Petersburg, Russia; Apr. 30, May 28, June 11 and 25, July 9, 10, 23 and 24, August 6, 7, 20 and 21 and September 3 and 4.

Norwegian Cruise Line

Website: www.ncl.com or www.ncl.eu

On Time For Its Baltic Season, Norwegian Sun Shines With Recent Renovations

Norwegian Sun re-entered service this week after undergoing a multi-million dollar 12-day dry dock during which the 1.936-passenger ship received extensive renovations focused on enhancing the guest experience. The Freestyle Cruising ship received enhancements to its public areas, suites and restaurants. Following on the popularity of the Brazilian steakhouse that debuted on Norwegian Epic, the Moderno Churrascaria has been added as a new on-board restaurant (in the space previously occupied by Pacific Heights). Guests can sample a variety of skewered meats presented by tableside waiters as well as a salad bar. Norwegian Sun’s refurbishment to guest areas also includes updated décor in all 33 of the ship’s suites; improvements to the Kids Crew area which offers complimentary children’s programs; and overall replacement of carpets and wall coverings in public areas.

In addition, back-of-house enhancements include an energy conservation project focused on the ship’s HVAC system to save an estimated six million kilowatts per year (when complete in May 2011); replacement of all potable water piping (continuing over the next 12-18 months); propeller and rudder modifications to decrease power consumption by six percent; and removal and replacement of all lifeboat davit hooks with new state-of-the-art hooks to further ensure guest safety. 

Following her Caribbean season, Norwegian Sun will spend her summer in Europe sailing from Copenhagen, Denmark, for the first time in the company’s history, embarking on 15 nine-day Baltic Capitals cruises as of May 8, 2011. Ports of call include: Warnemünde (Berlin), Germany; Tallinn, Estonia; an overnight in St. Petersburg, Russia; Helsinki, Finland and Nynashamn (Stockholm), Sweden. These cruises are available from 969 Euro per person. In addition, with the recently extended Pocket Money Weeks promotion, guests booking before February 14, 2011 will receive an on-board credit of up to US$500 per stateroom.

Norwegian Sun has a variety of stateroom options, a choice of 14 dining venues, 10 bars and lounges, multiple entertainment venues, a luxurious spa and salon, state-of-the-art fitness center, a complimentary kid’s club and teen lounge, a sports deck and several spacious public rooms.

Oceania Cruises

Website: www.oceaniacruises.com

Sail Away With Oceania Cruises’ Ultimate Alaska Getaway

Oceania Cruises has announced the Ultimate Alaska Getaway sweepstakes in celebration of its inaugural Alaska season in 2011. For each Alaska booking made between now and March 31, 2011, travel agents will automatically be entered to win one of three vacations for two onboard the line’s Regatta. Each Ultimate Alaska Getaway prize includes free round-trip air for two, pre- or post-cruise hotel accommodations and a choice of the following itineraries:

--Alaskan Grandeur – 12 days between San Francisco and Vancouver. Ports include Astoria and Victoria, as well as Wrangell, Juneau, Hoonah, Sitka and Ketchikan. Departures: May 26 and August 14.

-Glacial Wilderness --Ketchikan, Wrangell, Juneau, Hoonah, Skagway, Sitka, Seward and Homer. Departures: June 17 and 29, July 11 and 23.

Winning agents will additionally receive free shore excursions valued at up to $4,598, which include a five-day “Discover Denali Experience,” three-day “Wild Bear Experience” or a $1,000 shore excursion credit.

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P&O Cruises/UK

Website: www.pocruises.co.uk 

P&O Cruises Offers Seven New Cruise Holiday Options On Board Arcadia In 2011

When P&O Cruises sets sail to Alaska on a 72-night Grand Alaska Voyage departing April 12, 2011 it will be for the first time since 1970.

Arcadia’s voyage, the only Alaskan cruise departing from the UK, now has an additional seven holiday options to choose from.

· 12-night cruise from Southampton to Barbados Tuesday April 12 – Sunday April 24 2011, from £1,099* per person

· 34-night cruise from Southampton to Whittier Tuesday April 12 – Monday May 16 2011, from £ 3,499* per person

· 41-night cruise from Southampton to Vancouver Tuesday April 12 – Monday May 23 2011, from £3,999* per person

· 14-night cruise from Barbados to San Francisco Sunday April 24 – Saturday May 7 2011, from £1,499* per person

· 29-night cruise from Barbados to Vancouver Sunday April 24 – Monday May 23 2011, from £3,399* per person

· 18-night cruise from San Francisco to Los Angeles Saturday May 7 – Thursday May 26 2011, from £2,499* per person

· 16-night cruise from Vancouver to Port Everglades Monday May 23 – Wednesday June 8 2011, from £1,949* per person

**Fares are based on two people sharing an inside stateroom including flights from UK airport, accommodation, all main meals and on board entertainment.

Royal Caribbean International/UK

Website: www.royalcaribbean.co.uk

Savings Offered On Three-night Paris Cruise Only This April

Join Royal Caribbean International’s Independence of the Seas for a three-night Paris cruise-only from £299.00 per person (based on two people sharing an inside cabin).

Price includes a three-night cruise departing Southampton (England) and calling at Le Havre (Paris, France), before returning to Southampton; meals and entertainment onboard and all relevant cruise taxes/fees. Price is based on April 27, 011 departure.

Four-night Cork cruise-only

Head to the Emerald Isle this spring and join Royal Caribbean International’s Independence of the Seas on a four-night Cork cruise-only from £400.00 per person (based on two people sharing an inside cabin). Price includes a four-night cruise departing Southampton (England) and calling at Cork (Ireland), before returning to Southampton; meals and entertainment onboard and all relevant cruise taxes/fees.

Price is based on April 30, 2011 departure.

SeaDream Yacht Club

Website: www.seadream.com

SeaDream Yacht Club's Makes Its 2011 Norwegian Fjord Debut

SeaDream I, SeaDream Yacht Club’s 112-guest megayacht will make her Baltic and Norwegian Fjord debut starting with an eleven-night voyage May 28th to June 8th, 2011, sailing from Hamburg, Germany to Bergen, Norway. On the itinerary; a transit of the Kiel Canal; the summer sailing villages of Faaborg, Denmark and Marstrand, Sweden and eight days discovering the world famous fjords and captivating wildlife of Norway. Leading travel publications worldwide, including National Geographic have rated the Norwegian fjords as a top travel destination.

SeaDream I will be the first cruise vessel to visit Faaborg on Denmark’s island of Fyn (home of Hans Christian Andersen). Popular for sailing during the summer months, SeaDream guests will have the unique opportunity to race historical sailing ships in Faaborg. From Denmark, SeaDream sails to the vibrant boating destination of Marstrand, Sweden. Founded under Norwegian rule in the thirteenth century, visitors adore Marstrand’s ornate wooden buildings and bustling harbor.

Additional highlights of this voyage include a call on Lillesand, Norway. Due to the small size of Lillesand, larger cruise vessels do not visit this quaint village. Known for its charming white-painted “Captain’s houses” and its maritime history, here SeaDream guests experience firsthand how Norwegians spend their summers. Skjaergaarden, the tiny islands near Lilles and show off incredible summer homes belonging to Norway’s wealthiest.

During the voyage SeaDream will dock in the center of Oslo, Norway’s capital. The city is a blend of the country’s old culture and traditions with today’s modern Norwegian lifestyle. Oslo has excellent museums, parks and even a royal Palace. Outdoor activities such as hiking, biking and fishing are popular during the long summer days here.

In contrast Flam, Norway is surrounded by steep mountainsides and deep valleys. It is remote and peaceful. SeaDream’s ample outdoor deck space will allow guests to take in grand views of the surrounding majestic waterfalls. Excursion options will include a ride on the famous Flåm Railway up to the Vatnahalsen Hotel for tea and local delicacies.

This SeaDream voyage concludes in Bergen, Norway with a special beach barbeque on a nearby island. As the calendar approaches June 21st (the longest day of the year) the magnificent “midnight sun” bathes Norway with near 24 hours of light.

Space is available with rates starting as low as $7,099 per person plus fees. SeaDream Yacht Club’s inclusive pricing includes ocean view accommodations, gourmet meals, wine with lunch and dinner, open bar with selected premium brands, gratuities, use of mountain bikes and more.

SeaDream Yachting Through Four Countries In Ten Days

 SeaDream Yacht Club takes an exciting ten-day Mediterranean voyage through four countries this May. Embark SeaDream II, the intimate, 112-guest mega-yacht in Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy on May 18th and set off for the southern tip of the island of Corsica, France spending an overnight in Bonifacio. Stroll the cobblestone streets and discover the medieval old town perched spectacularly atop cliffs. The voyage continues on to nearby Sardinia, Italy with the harbor of Porto Rotondo playing host to SeaDream and other beautiful yachts belonging to the international jet set.

Following Sardinia, the voyage calls on Sicily, Italy. Here the port of Trapani is the gateway to numerous historic, gastronomic and natural attractions. Guests have access to explore beautiful medieval towns including Erice. The third country on this adventure is Tunisia where SeaDream II docks in La Goulette; the port of Tunis, the capital of Tunisia. A walk through the Souk is a feast for the senses with spices, perfumes, jewels and carpet weavers.

The fourth country of call is Malta and it’s port of Valletta; Malta’s capital and a World Heritage site. It’s nothing short of an open-air museum. Valletta is often described as the most beautiful harbor in the Mediterranean.

 Next, spend a day in Syracuse, Sicily where guests have the unique opportunity to visit an active wine farm belonging to Baron Pietro Beneventano del Bosco. Delve into the rich sampling of homemade Sicilian specialties provided by the Baron. The yacht sails the Aeolian Islands which are a volcanic archipelago in the Tyrrhenian Sea. SeaDream stops at Lipari, an island known for its beautiful beaches and mild climate. Sailing by the island of Stromboli, view the activity from its three live volcanoes.

A trip to Italy’s coast is not complete without visiting Amalfi and Capri, the last two calls of this voyage. Amalfi is noted for its peaceful beaches, historic resorts and succulent lemons. Nearby, Capri is an island of lush vegetation atop rocks, amid the deep blue sea. The two towns, Capri and Anacapri are separated by curving, twisting roads making for fun ride in a convertible car arranged by SeaDream. This Voyage, #21125 concludes in Civitavecchia (Rome) on May 28th.

SeaDream Yacht Club Announces Its 2012 Deployment Of Its Ships

SeaDream Yacht Club announced its complete 2012 itinerary, which is now available for bookings. The twin deluxe, mega yachts SeaDream I & II will spend early 2012 sailing the Caribbean with an emphasis on visiting the smaller yachting playgrounds and harbors that large ships cannot reach. In addition, SeaDream II will be adding two, 20-day voyages to the Amazon in February 2012. SeaDream’s debut in the Baltic in 2011 had swift bookings reflecting an appetite for the region. That led to SeaDream II sailing the Baltic in 2012 with the addition of new ports including:

Dover, England: Being used as a turn-round port. Located on the English Channel, Dover is easily accessible from London.

Skagen, Denmark: A popular summer resort and artist colony located at the northern-most point of Denmark.

Harlingen, Netherlands: A charming Dutch town founded in 1234.

Brugge, Belgium: One of Belgium’s most historic cities where SeaDream’s small size allows her to navigate up the canal into the city.

Sylt Island, Germany:  Germany’s fashionable summer retreat on the North Sea.

The Mediterranean is traditionally a popular region for summer yachting and SeaDream Yacht Club’s 2012 itinerary features more of the magnificent Mediterranean. There are also find several new, unique options such as an 11-day Black Sea voyage sailing round-trip from Istanbul on September 11, 2012. Ports include Nessebar, Bulgaria; Sulina, Romania; Odessa, Ukraine; Yalta, Ukraine; Sochi, Russia; Novorossiysk, Russia and Sevastopol, Ukraine. Other new ports in their 2012 line up include the archaeological site of Butrint, Albania. Sibenik, Opatija and Mljet, Croatia. Turkey’s Turquoise Coast from Bodrum to Fethiye.

SeaDream’s 56-stateroom twin yachts are favored for their elegant informality, state-of-the-art facilities, personal service provided by a crew of 95, inclusive open bar and gratuities, ocean view accommodations, luxury spa and world class cuisine. 2011 marks the tenth year anniversary of SeaDream Yacht Club, which was founded in 2001.

Silversea Cruises

Website: www.silversea.com

Silversea Launches Expansive Enrichment Program Ever For 2011 Voyages

Over 160 voyages this year will feature nearly 200 distinguished guest lecturers, celebrated chefs and destination experts as part of Silversea's most-expansive and varied enrichment program ever offered in a single year. Complementing this record undertaking is the roll-out of new branding for the program -- Silver Perspectives -- designed to communicate the exceptional caliber of speakers selected to share their views and expertise with Silversea guests.

"Our Silver Perspectives enrichment program offers travelers interesting journeys hosted by noted historians, political analysts, bestselling authors and other esteemed experts," said Steve Tucker, Silversea's vice president of field sales for North America. "And many of these voyages will feature several guest lecturers teaming up to host a broad range of entertaining and enlightening presentations on a single itinerary."

--One such sailing with multiple guest speakers is Silver Spirit's 15-day, Dubai-to-Athens World Cruise Segment 5109, departing April 18. Highlighting the enrichment program are: Dr. Zahi Hawass, one of the world's most famous Egyptologists and Secretary General of the Supreme Council of Antiquities in Cairo; Dr. Scott Pearson, an international relations expert and Harvard economist who has won several awards for his research and teaching; Gerald M. McCormack, a retired colonel of the Australian army who served in operational, training and diplomatic appointments; and Dr. Lew Deitch, destination consultant and semi-retired professor with over 30 years' experience teaching geography. Also a Wine Series voyage, this sailing will be hosted by Philip di Belardino, the genial vice president of fine wines for leading U.S. importer Banfi Vintners.

--And Silver Spirit's 16-day World Cruise Segment 5110, Athens to Southampton, departing May 3, will also feature an array of guest lecturers, including Bruce Riedel, a senior fellow in foreign policy at the Saban Center for Middle East Policy of the Brookings Institution in Washington, D.C., former CIA analyst, counter-terrorism expert and author; Robert Lacey, British historian and biographer whose numerous international bestsellers include Majesty, considered the definitive study of British monarchy; and destination consultant Dr. Lew Deitch. Also a Wine Series voyage, four wine experts will be on hand to share their expertise: Lyn Farmer, award-winning wine and food writer; Filippo Chia of Castello Romitorio; Felipe Gonzalez of Gonzalez Byass; and Rupert Symington of Graham's and Dow's. And Silversea culinary trainer David Bilsland will host the Relais & Châteaux L'École des Chefs cooking school. Plus, Silversea's executive vice president of fleet operations, Christian Sauleau, will be on board to host the sailing.

In addition to previously announced luminaries such as Emmy Award-winning broadcast journalist Dan Rather (hosting Silver Spirit World Cruise Segment 5107), bestselling suspense novelist Mary Higgins Clark (hosting Silver Whisper's Voyage 4102), and eminent Australian historian Geoffrey Blainey (hosting Silver Spirit World Cruise Segment 5105), a small sampling of other luminaries includes:

--Silver Spirit - February 12 -World Cruise Segment 5105 (Auckland to Sydney)

Terry Waite: As envoy to the Archbishop of Canterbury, Terry Waite successfully negotiated the release of hostages in Iran and Libya during the 1980s.  In 1987, negotiating the release of hostages in Beirut, Waite was himself taken hostage and held in captivity for 1,763 days.  

--Silver Shadow - May 7 - Voyage 3109 (Shanghai to Tokyo)

Li Cunxin: Born into utter poverty in Mao's communist China, his astounding drive and relentless hard work made him one of the best ballet dancers in the world. The inspirational story of Li's life is recounted in his bestselling memoir Mao's Last Dancer, which has been made into a feature film.

--Silver Whisper - September 7 - Voyage 4128 (Southampton to New York)

Alastair Bruce: A descendant of Robert the Bruce, he is the author of numerous books on British royalty and a commentator for Britain's Sky News and the BBC. He is also a documentary filmmaker and was historical advisor to recent award-winning films such as The Young Victoria and The King's Speech, as well as the new Masterpiece Classic television series Downton Abbey.

With its expanded enrichment programming, the company's website now features a dedicated enrichment section with a listing of dozens of upcoming guest lecturers, including their photos, biographies and voyage dates.

Ten New Voyages Feature Relais & Châteaux L'école Des Chefs' Cooking School

January 11, 2011) Ultra-luxury Silversea Cruises is pleased to announce that 10 voyages this year will feature the popular Relais & Châteaux L'École des Chefs interactive cooking school.

Through its exclusive partnership with Relais & Châteaux, the distinguished international association of charming properties and gourmet restaurants, Silversea enjoys the privilege of featuring the only Relais & Châteaux L'École des Chefs cooking school at sea. The innovative program offers guests a special culinary curriculum and entertaining events hosted by Silversea culinary trainer David Bilsland. Educated in classic French cooking, Bilsland's career includes several years as a chef instructor at the prestigious Le Cordon Bleu culinary school in London. He presents a program developed in collaboration with Jacques Thorel, the owner of L'Auberge Bretonne and a consulting Grand Chef Relais & Châteaux.  

The curriculum for each of these cruises is carefully designed to celebrate the cultural flavor of the ship's itinerary. Highlights include specialized workshops covering a range of topics from basic knife skills and kitchen terminology to sauces and baking; cooking demonstrations with wine pairings and interactive Q&A sessions; lively cooking competitions between Chef Bilsland and the ship's own culinary team; a "Lunch and Learn" event offering small groups of guests a chance to sample a delicious meal of specially prepared dishes; and inspired "Take It Home" recipes that will give guests an edge when entertaining at home.  

Also offered on certain voyages, when the itinerary permits, is a "Market to the Plate" experience that provides an escorted tour of a local market followed by a cooking class, and a "Culinary Outing," an instructor-escorted excursion to a local restaurant, hotel or other venue where guests can enjoy a unique culinary exploration.

Following below is a list of the L'École des Chefs voyages for 2011:

Africa, Arabia & Indian Ocean

--Voyage 2132: Silver Wind departs Athens November 11 on a 16-day sailing to Dubai with calls in Alexandria, Sharm el Sheikh, Aqaba, Safaga, Muscat and Fujairah. Silver Savings fares start at $7,918.

 --Voyage 2134: Silver Wind departs Dubai December 4 on a 17-day sailing to Mahe with calls in Fujairah, Muscat, Mumbai, Cochin, Colombo, Male, Curieuse, La Digue and Praslin. Silver Savings fares start at $6,198.

Caribbean, Panama Canal & Mexico

--Voyage 1110: Silver Cloud departs Fort Lauderdale March 24 on a 16-day sailing to San Diego with a crossing of the Panama Canal and calls in Cartagena, San Blas Island, Puntarenas, Puerto Quetzal, Acapulco, Zihuatanejo and Cabo San Lucas.  Silver Savings fares start at $5,558.  

 --Voyage 1111: Silver Cloud departs San Diego April 9 on a 16-day sailing to Fort Lauderdale with a crossing of the Panama Canal and calls in Cabo San Lucas, Zihuatanejo, Acapulco, Puerto Quetzal, Puntarenas, San Blas Island and Cartagena.  Silver Savings fares start at $5,558.  

Far East & South Pacific

--Voyage 3102: Silver Shadow departs January 19 on a 30-day roundtrip voyage from Sydney that will completely circle Australia, calling in Brisbane, Hamilton Island, Port Douglas, Cooktown, Darwin, Broome, Exmouth, Perth, Albany, Port Lincoln, Adelaide, Geelong, Melbourne and Hobart. Silver Savings fares start at $17,638.  

--Voyage 5103: Silver Spirit departs Los Angeles January 20 on a 12-day sailing to Papeete with calls in Nuku Hiva, Atuona, Rangiroa and Moorea. Silver Savings fares on this World Cruise segment start at $5,198.  

Mediterranean

--Voyage 5110: Silver Spirit departs Athens May 3 on a 16-day sailing to Southampton with calls in Taormina, Sorrento, Rome, Monte Carlo, Barcelona, Malaga, Lisbon, Bilbao and Guernsey.  Silver Savings fares on this World Cruise segment start at $10,358.  

Transoceanic

--Voyage 4115: Silver Whisper departs New York May 17 on a 14-day transatlantic voyage to Southampton with calls in Newport, Halifax, Sydney, St. John's, Cork, Waterford and Fowey.  Silver Savings fares start at $5,798.  

--Voyage 3125: Silver Shadow departs Seward September 8 on a 14-day sailing to Tokyo with calls in Homer, Kodiak, Dutch Harbor, Kamchatka, Kushiro and Hakodate.  Silver Savings fares start at $6,118.  

--Voyage 5132: Silver Spirit departs Lisbon October 21 on a 15-day sailing to Barbados with calls in Funchal, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Las Palmas, La Gomera, Antigua, Guadeloupe and St. Lucia.  Silver Savings fares start at $5,638.  

Fares listed above are per person based on double occupancy for a Vista Suite and do not include port charges and handling fees that range from $209 to $950 per person for these voyages, depending on the itinerary.

Silversea Expands $1,000 Onboard Spending Credit Offer To 38 Voyages In 2011

Ultra-luxury Silversea Cruises has added 25 new voyages in Northern Europe and the Mediterranean offering a $1,000 per suite ($500 per person) Onboard Spending Credit, bringing the total to 38 sailings worldwide. And over 25 voyages now offer a $500 per suite ($250 per person) Onboard Spending Credit. These enticing offers are available on new bookings made by June 30, 2011.

With the $1,000 or $500 Onboard Spending Credit, guests might choose to indulge in a little extra pampering in the spa or use their credit toward a host of other options, including any Silver Shore excursions (none are excluded), premium selections from the Connoisseur's List of wines and spirits, specialty restaurant dining fees, and/or purchases in the Internet Café and onboard boutiques.

Following is a small sampling of new 2011 voyages offering a $1,000 Onboard Spending Credit, Silver Savings fares reflecting a 60% discount, plus*Free Air (available from select gateway cities):

--Northern Europe Voyage 1117: Silver Cloud, June 15 - 25, Barcelona to Southampton, with calls in Palma de Mallorca, Ibiza, Cadiz, Lisbon, Oporto (Leixoes), La Coruña and Saint-Malo. Silver Savings fares start at $5,118.

--Northern Europe Voyage 1120: Silver Cloud, July 20 - 30, Southampton to Copenhagen, with calls in Plymouth, Jersey, Rouen (overnight visit), Honfleur, Oostende and Antwerp. Silver Savings fares start at $5,278.

--Mediterranean Voyage 2123: Silver Wind, August 9 - 20, Athens to Barcelona, with calls in Mykonos, Rhodes, Santorini, Milos, Malta, Trapani, Sardinia and Palma de Mallorca. Silver Savings fares start at $6,038.

--Mediterranean Voyage 5123: Silver Spirit, August 13 - 20, Venice (overnight visit) to Rome, with calls in Hvar, Dubrovnik, Taormina and Sorrento. Silver Savings fares start at $4,718.

--Northern Europe Voyage 1122: Silver Cloud, August 16 - 26, Copenhagen to London, with calls in Szczecin, Rostock, Skagen, Oslo, Amsterdam, Oostende and Honfleur. Silver Savings fares start at $5,278.

--Mediterranean Voyage 5129: Silver Spirit, September 30 - October 7, Athens to Monte Carlo, with calls in Malta, Taormina, Sorrento, Rome, and Elba. Silver Savings fares start at $4,438.

All fares listed above are per person based on double occupancy for a Vista Suite and do not include port charges and handling fees that can range from $175 to $275 per person on these sailings, depending on the itinerary. Silver Savings is a capacity-controlled program and subject to availability.

*Free Air: A free roundtrip economy air package, that includes transfers between airport and pier on the day of embarkation and disembarkation, is available from 22 gateway cities in the U.S. and Canada.  It is a capacity-controlled program offered for a limited time. Additionally, there are specially priced air programs available from another 50 cities.

The Onboard Spending Credit is a capacity-controlled program and subject to availability. The Onboard Spending Credit is offered per suite, not per voyage, and only once to guests sailing on consecutive voyages. Maximum value of Onboard Spending Credit is either $1,000 or $500 per suite, depending on voyage.  Single occupancy suites will receive 50% of the Onboard Spending Credit. It is valued in U.S. dollars, regardless of booking currency. It may not be redeemed for cash, and any unused portion will be forfeited. Additional restrictions may apply. For a complete list of voyages offering the Onboard Spending Credit, go to http://www.silversea.com/specialoffers.

Windstar Cruises

Website: www.windstarcruises.com

Enjoy Special Fares and Shipboard Credit on Select Sailings In Italy

Windstar Cruises, which operates a three-ship fleet of luxury yachts that explore hidden harbors and secluded coves of the world’s most treasured destinations, explores the most romantic ports of Italy and offers special fares with shipboard credit on select sailings.

From classical Rome to the magic of Venice, Windstar's voyages around Italy allow guests to experience the rich history, beauty, art and architecture of some of the world’s most enchanting places.  Selected sailings feature special fares and shipboard credit of up to $1,000.

Windstar’s featured Italy sailings include:

-- Seven-Day Rome to Rome voyage on Wind Surf departs May 15, 2011, and visits Ischia, Italy; Capri, Italy; Amalfi, Italy; Sorrento, Italy; Ajaccio, Corsica; and Livorno, Italy from $2,299 per person, double occupancy.

-- Seven-Day Rome to Venice voyage on Wind Surf departs June 4, 2011, and visits Capri, Italy; Messina, Italy; Kotor, Montenegro; Dubrovnik, Croatia; and Hvar, Croatia from $2,399 per person, double occupancy.

-- Seven-Day Venice to Rome voyage on Wind Surf departs June 11, 2011, and visits Rovinj, Croatia; Korcula, Croatia; Dubrovnik, Croatia; Messina, Italy; and Sorrento, Italy from $2,499 per person, double occupancy.

-- Seven-Day Rome to Nice on Wind Surf departs June 18, 2011, and visits Portoferraio, Italy; Porto Rotondo (Sardinia), Italy; Port Vecchio, Corsica; Livorno, Italy; Portofino, Italy; and Monte Carlo, Monaco from $2,499 per person, double occupancy.

-- Seven-Day Venice to Venice on Wind Star departs July 23, 2011, and offers an overnight in Venice then sails to  Dubrovnik, Croatia; Korcula, Croatia; Trogir, Croatia; and Rovinj, Croatia from $2,999 per person, double occupancy.

Rates listed are per person, US dollars, cruise only, and include non-discountable amounts. Shipboard credit offer is $600 ($300 per person, maximum $600 per stateroom) for Category B and A staterooms and $1,000 ($500 per person, maximum $1,000 Wind Surf only) for suites. Taxes ($35-$300 per person) are additional. New bookings only. Offer expires February 28, 2011. Offer may not be combinable with any other pricing or shipboard credit offers. Shipboard credit may not be used towards gratuities or casino, has no cash value, and unused portions will be forfeited at the end of the cruise. Offer is capacity controlled and may be withdrawn or modified at Windstar’s discretion at any time. Cancellation penalties may apply, please see brochure for details. Certain restrictions apply.

 Windstar Cruises Announces Special Fares on 2011 Europe Sailings

Windstar Cruises, which operates a three-ship fleet of luxury yachts that explore hidden harbors and secluded coves of the world’s most treasured destinations, announces special fares on 2011 Europe voyages and shipboard credit of up to $1,000, allowing guests to get one step closer to all-inclusive luxury.

Windstar’s special fares are featured on selected sailings on Windstar’s Spanish Coast, Mediterranean, Italy, Greek Isles, Baltic and Holy Lands voyages. In addition to special fares, guests receive a shipboard credit of $600 ($300 per person, maximum of $600 per stateroom) if booked in a Category B or A stateroom or a shipboard credit of $1,000 ($500 per person, maximum of $1,000 Wind Surf only) if booked in a suite.

Highlighted Windstar Voyages Include:

-- Seven-Day Spanish Coast Voyages (Lisbon /Barcelona; Barcelona / Lisbon) from $2,299 per person, double occupancy.

-- Seven-Day Islands of the Western Mediterranean Voyages (Barcelona /Rome; Rome/Barcelona) from $2,199 per person, double occupancy.

-- Seven-Day Classical Mediterranean Voyages (Rome/Athens; Athens/Rome) from $2,299 per person, double occupancy.

-- Seven-Day Italy Voyages (Rome/Rome) from $2,299 per person, double occupancy.

-- Seven-Day Greek Island Voyages (Athens/Istanbul; Istanbul/Athens) from $2,999 per person, double occupancy.

-- Seven-Day Baltic Voyages (Lisbon/Le Havre; Le Havre/Lisbon) from $2,399 per person, double occupancy.

-- Ten- and 11-Day Holy Land Voyages (Athens/Ashdod; Ashdod/Athens) from $4,499 per person, double occupancy.

Rates listed are per person, US dollars, cruise only, and include non-discountable amounts. Shipboard credit offer is $600 ($300 per person, maximum $600 per stateroom) for Category B and A staterooms and $1,000 ($500 per person, maximum $1,000 Wind Surf only) for suites. Taxes ($35-$300 per person) are additional. New bookings only. Offer expires March 15, 2011. Offer may not be combinable with any other pricing or shipboard credit offers. Shipboard credit may not be used towards gratuities or casino, has no cash value, and unused portions will be forfeited at the end of the cruise. Offer is capacity controlled and may be withdrawn or modified at Windstar’s discretion at any time. Cancellation penalties may apply, please see brochure for details. Certain restrictions apply.

Sail With Winemakers of Gloria Ferrer and Lasseter Family Winery on Windstar  

Windstar Cruises, offers guests the opportunity to learn about sparkling wines from Bob Iantosca of Gloria Ferrer Sonoma Carneros Vineyards and premium red wines from Julia Iantosca of Lasseter Family Winery on Wind Surf’s April 24, 2011, Barcelona to Rome voyage.

Since joining Gloria Ferrer in 1984, winemaker Bob Iantosca has created more award-winning California sparkling wines than any other single winemaker. His elegant, handcrafted sparkling wines are expressions of flavors, aromas and varietal characters born in the winery’s vineyard. Julia Iantosca, consulting winemaker for Lasseter Family Winery, has developed outstanding reds for small, premium wineries for 30 years. She has a particular affinity for creating distinctive red wine blends crafted in Old World-style, using Bordeaux and Rhône varietals.

The Iantoscas are passionate about creating unique wines and will each lecture on the winemaking process along with conducting wine tastings for each of their brands during the sailing. For more information on Gloria Ferrer and Lasseter Family Winery, please visit www.gloriaferrer.com  and www.lasseterfamilywinery.com.

Wind Surf’s seven-day Barcelona to Rome sailing visits Palma de Mallorca, Spain; St. Tropez, France; Monte Carlo, Monaco; Portofino, Italy; and Livorno, Italy. Cruise rates start from $2,199 per person, double occupancy.

Wind Surf accommodates 312 guests, offering deluxe, oceanview staterooms that include beds with luxury linens and mattresses, flat-screen TV and DVD player, Bose SoundDock speakers for Apple iPods, waffle-weave robes with slippers and sumptuous L’Occitane products. Suites also include an extra bath, TV and sitting area. Wind Surf recently introduced new spa suites which include all the amenities of a suite along with luxurious microfiber linens, spa robes, an orchid flower arrangement, specialty pillow menu, daily fresh fruit platter, O SPA London products, WindSpa spa experiences and events as well as unlimited Pilates and Yoga classes. Bridge Suites offer everything in a suite along with the additional luxury of a spacious private living room and relaxing whirlpool spa. Guests enjoy culinary wonders in Wind Surf’s The Restaurant, Degrees, Le Marché and Candles.  Wind Surf also features a lounge, Yacht Club, WindSpa, casino, three bars, two pools, two hot tubs, a shop, photo gallery and watersports platform.