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Luxury Cruising

Luxury cruising is perfect for travelers looking for a cruising experience where quality of service, ships, destinations, and so much more, is never compromised. Visit smaller and more intimate ports of call where larger ships can't port, making luxury cruising even more exclusive. Travel to the heart of towns rich with culture and history on these finely appointed smaller to mid-sized ships. Relish in the incredible service these cruise lines are famous for with a high staff to guest ratio ensuring every aspect of your journey is remarkable.

Embark on the cruise of a lifetime with a luxury cruise line. You won't need to worry about a thing thanks to the all-inclusive nature of these cruise lines. While in port enjoy more overnight stays allowing you to truly experience the charm of each town. Savor the fine dining onboard in the beautifully appointed dining rooms with cuisine prepared by award-winning chefs inspired by local recipes and using ingredients at each port of call.

Take in the unforgettable entertainment onboard as well as traditional performances while in port. Onboard amenities are extensive with everything from inspiring lecturers, presenting on topics relevant to ports of call on your itinerary, to self-guided art history lessons throughout the ship. Educate your palate with wine tasting courses and master the art of food and wine pairings. Between the exciting ports of call, activities, tours available while in port, and the onboard amenities and activities, your dream cruise starts with a luxury cruise line.

Another sensational aspect of choosing a luxury cruise line is the incredible ports of call found on their itineraries. Each enriching destination is more awe-inspiring than the last with each port coming alive as you see it through a local's perspective. With endless destinations awaiting you on your next luxury cruise, embrace the freedom of luxury cruising and see more of each destination across the globe.

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All Inclusive Value

Experience cruising as it was meant to be – where everything is included and no detail has been overlooked, luxury cruising provides travelers with the finer things in life. Set sail aboard luxury cruise lines like Crystal Cruises, Regent Seven Seas, and Silversea Luxury Cruises and you'll choose luxury lines from here on forward. Continue reading to find out why Luxury cruises truly offer an incomparable cruising experience. Guests can expect some of the most exquisite ships, deluxe amenities, exotic ports of call, world-class service, and award-winning cuisine. Luxury cruise lines are in a league all their own, and are often all-inclusive. Take the trip of a lifetime and experience cruising at its finest, with ships that set an unparalleled standard for offering ultra-luxurious vacations.

Rest assured that you can enjoy unlimited beverages onboard, including fine wine, beer, spirits, soft drinks, specialty coffees, tea, and bottled water. Aside from the award-winning fine cuisine, guests can also relish in complimentary culinary experiences on select itineraries. Plus you can expand your horizons with enriching programs, guest lecturers, and informative entertainment.

Your dream vacation begins the moment you leave home with transfers from beginning to end. Onshore spend your time discovering the charm and hidden beauty of off the beaten path ports of call with additional overnight stays allowing you to see an entirely new side of each destination. Visit smaller, more unique port cities exclusively accessible by intimately sized ships. Don't miss a thing on your cruise whether you're enjoying the privacy of your own balcony or veranda. Many of the luxury cruise lines take service to an even higher level offering butler service in suites.

Service/Experience

Luxury Cruise Lines pride themselves and are famous for the unparalleled service guests receive. From anticipating any and all possible requests to going above and beyond to ensure that this cruise is your best yet. No detail has been overlooked. You can always count on a friendly smile and pleasant welcome from the dedicated professionals onboard. With a shared love for exploring the most remarkable destinations the world over, you'll feel right at home.

Each dining experience is a special occasion made that much better with exceptional service. In the evening expect to enjoy a 5-course dinner, complete with masterfully created dishes and exquisite desserts. Chefs can also take in dietary needs with lighter choices, vegetarian options, and more.

Most leading luxury cruise lines maintain a staff-to-guest ratio of one to one. When you cruise with select cruise lines you can enjoy butler service in all suites as well as an in-room bar and refrigerator carefully stocked with your preferred beverages and snacks. Enjoy the intimate size of luxury ships with guest capacity from 500-1000 passengers. Experience authentic performances and entertainment at shore side events while in port across the globe. You won't have to worry about any of the details on your luxury cruise with every consideration already thought of and prepared for, whether its transportation into town for nearly all ports of call or the inclusion of gratuities in the fare, you'll be well taken care of with gracious service.

Amenities & Onboard Activities

Designed to exceed your every need, many of the award-winning ships provide added bonuses for their passengers that enhance the experience of ultra-comfort and luxury. The myriad of amenities and onboard activities available to guests when cruising on a luxury cruise line are extensive and capture the imagination and interests of the most discerning travelers.

Catch up on your art history as you peruse the fine art displayed throughout the ship to the hand crafted antique china carefully selected for use and for admiration. Wine tastings will be taken to a completely new level with world-famous and regional wine collections to taste and appreciate. Master Chefs also hold culinary classes, such as food and wine pairings in renowned vineyards across the globe, as well as sommelier services to enhance every dining experience.

Guests can experience an extravagant cruising journey only found on luxury cruise lines. Maintain your current fitness plan working out in the fully equipped fitness rooms, gyms, invigorating spas, latest classes including Pilates and yoga. For further enrichment, take in one of the special presentations offered including guest lectures, theatre performances, and art exhibits to name a few. Relish in the exceptional performances from live music performed by award-winning musicians, acclaimed chef demonstrations, and special presentations by destination consultants to enhance your cruise experience even further.

Dining

The stunning design continues in the tastefully appointed dining rooms onboard where guests will bask in the flawless service and award-winning cuisine. Enjoy the very best dining while onboard as you take in the multiple venues with an array of dining options with no assigned seating times or tables.

On select luxury cruise lines like Silversea Luxury Cruises you can savor the flavours of gourmet cuisine inspired by Relais & Châteaux. Celebrity Chefs are another part of everyday life aboard luxury cruise lines, enjoy the best cuisine prepared by the best chefs on your cruise. Only the highest quality ingredients are incorporated into each masterful dish prepared. Chef's take pride in incorporating local flavor into their masterpieces meaning each meal will be as memorable as its port city! Wet your palate with carefully paired complimentary fine wines and beer served on luxury cruise lines. Other complimentary beverages include champagne, spirits, beer, bottled water, specialty coffees, and soft drinks. You can also enjoy dinner in the privacy of your own suite with complimentary 24-hour room service and in-suite dining.

Destinations

Nothing compares to seeing a city or town from the inside out. When you choose a luxury cruise line it means you'll embark on journeys to destinations that truly come alive when you see it through the local perspective. The regions of the world popular for all types of cruising today await you but on a completely new level when it comes to luxury cruising. Visit smaller and more remote ports inaccessible to larger ships. Embrace the freedom of luxury cruising and see more of each destination across the globe.

For more off the beaten path destinations you won't be limited to major ports of call but will be able to take your pick of country and numerous destinations within. For example, if you've always wondered what cruising Russia could be like, consider a luxury cruise line that can offer you a longer voyage, with extended stays plus overnights allowing you to see even more of each destination and a more in depth introduction in to the country itself.

Africa, Arabia, Egypt, and India

Africa beholds great charm and wonder with its awe-inspiring expanse and clear skies for miles, there's no other place on earth that quite captures its admissible grandeur. One will never forget their first safari in Zululand or moment of solace when arriving at the summit of Capetown's Table Mountain. Imagine witnessing the animal kingdom in its natural environment as you zip through the private game reserve on your SUV catching glimpses of elephants, gazelles, leopards, lions, rhinos, and zebras. Enjoy winetasting in Stellenbosch and relish in its picturesque Cape Dutch architecture. Embrace the lush islands of the Seychelles and experience paradise in its purest form.

Sail the Arabian Sea as you set sail from cosmopolitan Dubai and make your way to India all in ultimate luxury. Take your sense on an unforgettable journey through India and experience this incredible country in the flesh. From world renowned cities surrounded by exhilarating landscapes that continue for miles on end to the spiritual heritage this region is famous for. India will recharge you.

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Alaska

Discover a land of unprecedented beauty and grandeur on an Alaska cruise. Witness pristine waterways dotted with immaculate glaciers and breathtaking glaciers. Travel through time as you navigate the Inside Passage, Glacier Bay National Park, and Tracy Arm catching glimpses of impressive wildlife at each turn. There is no destination more humbling than Alaska where Mother Nature's finest work is realized. Embark on the path of an insider when you choose a luxury cruise line in this part of the world. Get that much closer to all of the action from watching black bears in their natural habitat, bald eagles soaring overhead, and the breathtaking views of humpback whales alongside the ship. Discover the charm of the quaint towns like Ketchikan, Juneau, Seward, Sitka, and Skagway, along with many other unforgettable ports of call.

Don't think twice about crossing this one of a kind destination off of your bucket list. Alaska should be at the top of your list if it isn't already. Experience the mystique of this region of the world and you won't regret it. Learn the stories of the locals and the fascinating Gold Rush history only found in the heart of Alaska.

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Arctic/Antarctic

Everything about the Arctic/Antarctic is mesmerizing; from the greatness of the natural ice formations to the picture perfect wildlife including penguins, whales, and seals. The contrast of impressive wildlife versus the extreme climate is fascinating to put it lightly. If an Arctic cruise is on you bucket list then imagine this: glacier carved bays with frosted mountains for miles. There's nowhere quite as impressive as the Arctic Circle. Venture deep into the most remote bays and fjords in search of reindeer, Arctic fox, seals, polar bears, walrus, and whales. Experience daylight for the first time for 24 hours as you take in the untouched beauty on the top of the world. Embark in ports like Bergen and set sail for Alesund, the Island of Runde, and Tromso, explore Bear Island enroute to Longyearbyen as a conclusion to this unforgettable journey. Other embarkation ports include Kangerlussuaq, Longyearbyen, and Tormso. Visit captivating ports of call from Barrow Alaska, Tuktoyaktuk, Smoking Hills, Sachs Harbour, and Nome.

On an Antarctic cruise you can travel to the final frontier and introduce yourself to the surreal landscape that surrounds you. Embark from Buenos Aires or Ushuaia and follow the route of the many famed Antarctic explorers like Amundsen, Byrd, and Cook, as you travel through the Falkland Islands, South Shetland Islands, and the Drake Passage.

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Asia and Pacific

Discover the land of juxtaposition on an Asia and Pacific cruise. Sail through the picturesque waterways and islands of Indonesia and relish in the exotic beauty this region of the world is famous for. Embrace the blend of East and West of Hanoi and learn of Vietnam's extensive past at the many museums and temples. Discover the wonders of Vietnam from lively markets, rich history, impressive ancient sites and the excitement of Tokyo's buzz.

Witness the breathtaking beauty of Milford Sound, sunrise in Melbourne as the city awakens for another day, embark on the journey of a lifetime through the Pacific Rim – you'll see the world through new eyes. Luxury cruise lines can take you on an exotic journey through Auckland, Bali, Hong Kong, Kuala Lumpur, Kyoto, Melbourne, Nagasaki, Shanghai, Sydney, Taiwan, Tokyo, Vietnam; the list goes on and on!

We're your Asia and Pacific cruise experts; contact us at any time to discuss an exotic voyage to experience the majestic heritage and culture of this great region.

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Caribbean, Mexico and Panama Canal

Discover the land of juxtaposition on an Asia and Pacific cruise. Sail through the picturesque waterways and islands of Indonesia and relish in the exotic beauty this region of the world is famous for. Embrace the blend of East and West of Hanoi and learn of Vietnam's extensive past at the many museums and temples. Discover the wonders of Vietnam from lively markets, rich history, impressive ancient sites and the excitement of Tokyo's buzz.

Witness the breathtaking beauty of Milford Sound, sunrise in Melbourne as the city awakens for another day, embark on the journey of a lifetime through the Pacific Rim – you'll see the world through new eyes. Luxury cruise lines can take you on an exotic journey through Auckland, Bali, Hong Kong, Kuala Lumpur, Kyoto, Melbourne, Nagasaki, Shanghai, Sydney, Taiwan, Tokyo, Vietnam; the list goes on and on!

We're your Asia and Pacific cruise experts; contact us at any time to discuss an exotic voyage to experience the majestic heritage and culture of this great region.

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Central & South America

A vacation to Central and South America is on everyone's bucket-list and for good reason. This exotic region of the world is highlighted with rich history, captivating cultures, breathtaking natural beauty at every turn, enlivening traditions, and so much more. Just one cruise to Central America and South America will leave you with an irrevocable desire to keep coming back for more. From the lush rainforests of Brazil to the snow-capped mountains of Argentina and Chile you'll see it all while in this part of the world. Experience the impressive wildlife that is unique to this region and the many cultures with fascinating pasts to be discovered and studied on a land excursion.

Central and South America cruises offer a complete once in a lifetime experience for even the most seasoned traveler. Discover the Galapagos Islands as part of a Central and South America Cruise or dedicate your cruise completely to this remote destination. With so much that can't be found anywhere else in the world you could spend days upon days taking it all in. Find diverse wildlife including the ever famous Blue-footed Booby, Galapagos Tortoise, and the Marine Iguana while retracing Darwin's steps.

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Mediterranean

See a completely new side of each port city when you travel on a luxury cruise line. Imagine the unforgettable experience you'll embark on when you visit ports of call in the Mediterranean like Athens, Barcelona, Funchal, Istanbul, Monte Carlo, Nice, Rome, and many others as you peruse the world's best museums at your own pace during after-hours openings and expand your culinary skills learning the timeless recipes passed down from each generation while sipping the finest wines in the world.

You'll be hard-pressed to find a more authentic cultural experience like this with any other calibre of cruise line. Witness firsthand the unparalleled beauty of the Black Sea and Dalmatian Coast, make your way meandering through the isles of the Aegean and travel back in time to the days of antiquity. Travel West and delve deep into the lifestyle of the sun-drenched Iberian coastline and beaches of the Riviera.

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Northern Europe

Discover Northern Europe and the Baltic region as you witness the extensive diversity of this region and its extensive history. Imagine setting foot on land where no traveler has visited before! You'll walk the same paths and shores navigated by the masters of civilization, czars, and kings alike. Immerse yourself in the rich history and fascinating cultures in a land where fairy-tales originate. Stroll through breathtaking castles and palaces with centuries old stories to share, visit legendary cities that embody their remarkable heritage.

Experience port cities such as Berlin, Copenhagen, Edinburgh, Hamburg, Helsinki, London, Norway, Reykjavik, St. Petersburg, Stockholm, Tallinn, Oslo, and many more. In Berlin, visit Brandenburg Gate, Copenhagen's world-renowned Little Mermaid, timeless Tivoli Gardens, and the impressive regal design and architecture found only in Russia's, St. Petersburg. A dip in the healing waters of the Blue Lagoon in Iceland, Mont Saint-Michel, and of course, Monet's esteemed garden in Giverny. The very best of the Baltic awaits you.

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Lauren Vines
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