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Treasures Of The Caribbean Cruise
Caribbean Cruise
A carousel of wonderful islands are on offer. Departing from Cardiff, Gatwick and Manchester airports.
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| Date | Arr | Dep | Destination |
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| March 2009 | |||
| Thu 12 to Fri 13 | Late Night |  Bridgetown, Barbados | |
| Sat 14 | Early AM | Late PM | Scarborough, Tobago |
| Mon 16 | Early AM | Late PM | Willemstad, Curacao |
| Wed 18 | Early AM | Late PM | Montego Bay,Jamaica |
| Thu 19 | Early AM | Late Night | Santiago de Cuba, Cuba |
| Sat 21 | Early AM | Late PM | Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic |
| Sun 22 | Early PM | Late Night | Road Town, Tortola |
| Mon 23 | Early AM | Late PM | St. John's, Antigua |
| Tue 24 | Early AM | Late PM | Castries, St. Lucia |
| Wed 25 | Early AM | Late PM |  Bequia, St. Vincent* |
| Thu 26 | Early AM | Bridgetown, Barbados | |
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Prices shown are per person, based on standard twin adult occupancy.
| Grade | Cabin | Availability | Prices From |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Superior Outside | Call for Latest Status | £1,720 |
| B | Superior Outside | Call for Latest Status | £1,610 |
| BC | Balcony cabin | Call for Latest Status | £1,670 |
| BD | Wheelchair Adapted | Call for Latest Status | £1,610 |
| BS | Balcony Suite | Call for Latest Status | £2,300 |
| C | Superior Outside | Call for Latest Status | £1,574 |
| D | Outside | Limited | £1,428 |
| DS | Deluxe Suite | Call for Latest Status | £2,094 |
| F | Outside | Call for Latest Status | £1,332 |
| G | Outside | Call for Latest Status | £1,272 |
| H | Inside | Call for Latest Status | £1,186 |
| I | Inside | Call for Latest Status | £1,126 |
| J | Sup Single Balcony | Call for Latest Status | £2,700 |
| JS | Junior Suite | Call for Latest Status | £1,950 |
| K | Single Balcony Cabin | Call for Latest Status | £2,506 |
| L | Outside Single | Call for Latest Status | £2,252 |
| MO | Outside single | Call for Latest Status | £2,106 |
| MS | Marquee Suite | Call for Latest Status | £2,820 |
| N | Inside Single | Call for Latest Status | £1,792 |
| PS | Premier Suite | Call for Latest Status | £3,244 |
| SS | Superior Suite | Call for Latest Status | £2,530 |
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Island Safari
BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS
This tour will appeal to those of us who enjoy soft adventure. Leaving the port in 4x4 Land Rovers, we will pass Gun Hill Signal Station and its stone-carved lion. Soon we venture off-road, for a view of what the island probably looked like when it was first settled in the 16th century. -
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Orchid World & Plantation Tea
BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS
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From Coast to Coast
BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS
Shortly after leaving Bridgetown Harbour, we pass by Pelican Village – a small arts and crafts centre which houses a number of shops offering locally made gifts and souvenirs. Next we drive along Broad Street, the main shopping area of Bridgetown, followed by Heroes Square (formerly Trafalgar Square).
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Catamaran Cruise & Turtle Encounter
BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS
Picture ourselves relaxing on the deck of a sleek catamaran, the crystal-clear Caribbean Sea lapping at the sides, beautiful palm-fringed beaches gliding by, and warm sunshine kissing our skin. With a gentle wind blowing in our hair, and the sweet sounds of the Caribbean in our ears, we will realise that life doesn’t get any better than this!
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Kensington Oval
BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS
Departing from the quayside we shall board our tour vehicles for our journey to the famous Kensington Oval, a venue steeped in history and home to West Indies cricket. Legends including Sir Garfield Sobers, Gordon Greenidge, Desmond Haynes, Malcolm Marshall and Joel Garner have all played some of their finest games here. -
Segway Adventure
BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS
Departing from the quayside, we will have an approximate one hour transfer to the northern most parish of Barbados – St Lucy. -
Barbados Highlights
BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS
Departing from the quayside, we will embark on a journey to some of Barbados’s most beautiful and important historical sites. Our journey will begin as we head north along the West Coast, also known as the Platinum Coast. It is not only home to Holetown, the site where the first settlers landed in 1627, but is also home to the rich and famous. -
Scenic Barbados and Beach Escape
BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS
Departing from the pier we will head north towards the parish of St. James, passing through Holetown with its monument commemorating the first British landing in 1605. The drive will continue to Highland Adventure Centre, at an elevation of more than 1000 feet above sea level. Here we will enjoy a refreshing drink whilst taking in the breathtaking view of the East Coast. -
Farewell Barbados
BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS
Departing the quayside by coach we will be invited to sit back, relax and enjoy our last day of our holiday. The Farewell Barbados Tour enables us to take in some of Barbados’ highlights before being transported to the airport. -
Delights of Mamiku Gardens
CASTRIES, ST. LUCIA
We board our bus for a scenic drive to the south-eastern side of St Lucia. As we leave Castries, we will discover Morne Fortune – dotted with historical remnants that are evidence of this site’s important military role – and notice the abundance of banana palms of the Cul de Sac plantation.
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4x4 Waterfall Safari
CASTRIES, ST LUCIA
Departing from the quayside, we shall board our 4x4 vehicles to begin our drive through Castries. We shall make our first stop at Morne Fortune, a picturesque scenic outlook, where the islands beauty lies before us.
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Sea Eye Adventure
CASTRIES, ST LUCIA
Don’t miss this unique adventure aboard this state of the art Hydrofoil boat.
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Helicopter Flightseeing
CASTRIES, ST. LUCIA
This tour entails a spectacular flight over the beautiful island of St Lucia. What a superb way to get some super photos from a unique vantagepoint! -
Land & Sea to Soufriere
CASTRIES, ST. LUCIA
This tour must be one of the best in the Caribbean for offering spectacular scenery: lush green mountains, banana valleys, rainforests and fishing villages. And we will do a circuit around the island without having to spend the whole day on a bus! -
North of the Island
CASTRIES, ST LUCIA
Explore the lush, tropical beauty of northern St Lucia on this tour, as we begin with a drive around the centre of Castries. We will see the vibrant and colourful local market and the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, with its magnificent architecture, before proceeding to Morne Fortune. Here we will marvel at the superb, sweeping view of Castries and the spectacular mountain range that extends across the island. On a clear day, the French island of Martinique can be seen on the horizon.
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Pigeon Island and Sea Kayaking
CASTRIES, ST LUCIA
Our tour will begin with a short transfer to Rodney Bay. Upon our arrival, we shall receive a safety briefing and a short kayaking lesson before our sea kayaking adventure begins!
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Rainforest Aerial Tram and Pigeon Island
CASTRIES, ST LUCIA
The perfect tour to explore and take in the tranquillity of nature! Departing from the quayside, our tour will travel through the capital city of Castries before reaching a village nestled over 2,000 feet in the mountains.
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Horse Riding at Braco Estate
MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA
Departing from the quayside, we shall begin our tour with a scenic bus journey along the coat, passing by the quaint town of Falmouth on our way to the Braco Stables. -
The Great Houses of Montego Bay
MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA
Our tour will depart from the quayside and proceed to Westgate Hills, a section of Montego Bay, which was owned by the Kerr-Jarrett family, owners of Belfield Great House. The area is currently a residential area showcasing many Jamaican homes of varied architecture.
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Black River Safari, Crocodile Musuem and Nursery
MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA
Departing from the quayside, our tour vehicle will travel towards Reading and up the ‘Long Hill’ before passing through the rural villages of Anchovy, Montpelier, Ramble and Haddo.
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Rafting on the Martha Brae
MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA
Our tour will allow us to venture in to one of the most picturesque places in Jamaica, the land of ‘Wood and Water’ for a unique Jamaican experience. Departing from the quayside, we will enjoy a scenic drive along the coast allowing us to see the rural life-style.
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Noel Coward's Firefly & Dunn's River Falls
MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA
Travelling through Jamaica’s beautiful countryside, we will pass through historic sites and villages before arriving into the town of Ocho Rios, a former fishing port that was also known for its banana exports.
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The Ultimate Kayak and Canopy Adventure
MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA
Departing from the quayside, we will have an approximate 45 minute journey to the secluded jungle outpost where our adventure will begin. Following a short safety briefing from our guide, we will make our way to the riverbanks where our kayaks await us!
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Dune Buggy Adventure
MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA
Rugged, potentially muddy and bumpy are just a few words to describe this fantastic trip into the Jamaican mountains!
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Sandals All Inclusive Beach Transfer
MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA
Departing from the quayside, our approximate ten minute coach transfer will travel along the outskirts of the town centre past Hip Street, Sunset Boulevard and Donald Sangster International Airport before arriving at Jamaica’s largest private white sand beach property.
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The Riverwalk at Mayfield
MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA
Departing from the quayside, we will be invited to enjoy an approximate 60-minute journey along the coast and through the lush green mountains for a refreshing river walk at Mayfields Falls!
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Dolphin Swim
ROAD TOWN, TORTOLA
An experience of a lifetime awaits those of us choosing to participate in this incredible activity!
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Tour to Virgin Gorda
ROAD TOWN, TORTOLA
From Road Harbour, an excursion launch picks us up and takes us on an approximate 40-minute cruise along the Sir Francis Drake Channel to Spanish Town, Virgin Gorda. Open safari buses then transport us on a five minute drive to the incredible baths – a formation of mammoth boulders resulting from volcanic eruptions over 70 million years ago, rounded and shaped by ocean waves and surrounded by pristine white sands. -
Virgin Islands Sailaway
ROAD TOWN, TORTOLA
Boarding a catamaran from the marina in Road Town, we commence an exhilarating cruise across the Sir Francis Drake Channel, retracing the paths of adventurers such as Drake, Columbus and Kidd on this historic waterway – scene of many skirmishes between the British, Spanish and Dutch, and haunting ground of marauding pirates who looted merchant ships laden with treasure! -
Island Secrets Discovered
ROAD TOWN, TORTOLA
After travelling by open-air safari bus through Tortola’s bustling capital of Road Town, we ascend Fort Hill to scenic Belle Vue. Driving along the Ridge Road, we pass the tiny hamlets of Manchester, Long Trench and Fahie Hill before vistas of Todmans, Meyers and Chalwell come into view prior to stopping at Mountain View at the entrance to the Sage Mountain National Park.
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Dolphin Encounter
ROAD TOWN, TORTOLA
A wonderful opportunity to get up-close to a friendly dolphin! A short drive will transfer us to the facility at Prospect Reef Resort. Natural seawater pools situated on the Sir Francis Drake Channel side of Tortola provide an idyllic setting. Upon arrival, a 20-30 minute educational briefing and orientation commences, introducing us to the site and the procedures to be followed. -
Flightseeing tour
ROAD TOWN, TORTOLA
We shall have a short journey to Tortola’s airport where we will board our awaiting sightseeing plane for our ‘birds eye view’ of the beautiful British Virgin Islands. -
See & Sea
ROAD TOWN, TORTOLA
Our launch will be awaiting our arrival at a local marina, before taking us on an exciting cruise amongst the beautiful islands of this unique archipelago. We will be able to view the southern shoreline of Tortola and the surrounding islands of Salt, Peter and Norman, made famous in legends as hideaways for pirates and buccaneers. -
X Vue Glassbottom Boat
ROAD TOWN, TORTOLA
Following a short coach transfer, we will arrive at the uniquely styled X-otic Glassbottom boat – this is no ordinary run-of-the-mill glassbottom boat but rather a futuristic hydrofoil boat which seats 14 passengers and has a top speed of 42 knots! -
Island Jeep Tour
ROAD TOWN, TORTOLA
We will be invited to enjoy an exciting tour in a safari jeep, along island roads and off-road virgin trails! We’ll be invited to enjoy wonderful vistas of Tortola and the surrounding islands from viewpoints not usually accessed by the general public. Departing from the quayside, the convoy will quickly pass through Road Town before following a trail up to the Ridge Road. -
Santiago & Cayo Granma
SANTIAGO DE CUBA, CUBA
On our sightseeing tour we shall pass by Moncada Barracks, where Fidel Castro’s first military action against the dictator Batista took place. We’ll also see San Juan Park and Revolution Square, with its huge statue of the 19th-century revolutionary hero Antonio Maceo, and view the cemetery where Jose Marti (‘the Father of Cuba’) is buried. We will visit the bar at the rum factory to sample the produce; the Cigar House to purchase these elegant smokes; and the El Morro Castle.
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La Gran Piedra (Tour B)
SANTIAGO DE CUBA, CUBA
Here is your chance to conquer La Gran Piedra.
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City Tour
SANTIAGO DE CUBA, CUBA
Leaving the harbour, we commence our tour of the most interesting sights of Cuba’s second city.
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Carisol-Los Corales Beach Tour
SANTIAGO DE CUBA, CUBA
Our destination today is the lovely, white sandy Playa Casonal and the Hotel Carisol in Los Corales, located in the beautiful Baconao National Park. Here we will have plenty of time to relax in the sunshine, bathe in the warm sea, purchase handmade crafts and enjoy a barbecue lunch including national drinks.
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Botanical Garden Tour
SANTO DOMINGO, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
From the pier, we proceed by bus to the Botanical Garden. Upon arrival we will commence a tour with our knowledgeable English-speaking guide. -
Panoramic Santo Domingo
SANTO DOMINGO, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
Departing from the quayside, we will pass by many of the important sites of Santo Domingo, the first capital of the New World, which was founded at the beginning of the 16th century.
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Historical Walking Tour
SANTO DOMINGO, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
Our tour will allow us to discover the many faces of the oldest capital in the New World; Santo Domingo!
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Island Explorer
SCARBOROUGH, TOBAGO
Travelling through Scarborough en route to Fort King George, our first stop of the day is at the Tobago Museum. The museum, located in the barrack guardhouse of Fort King George, overlooking the capital of Scarborough, gives a glimpse into the island’s early history. Displays include Amerindian artifacts, military relics and documents from Tobago’s colonial history. -
Buccoo Reef
SCARBOROUGH, TOBAGO
After departing our ship, it is an approximate 15-minute drive along the Claude Noel Highway to Pigeon Point Beach. Upon arrival here, we will be led to our glass-bottomed boat, which will take us to Buccoo Reef. -
Rainforest Hike
SCARBOROUGH, TOBAGO
Discover the natural beauty of Tobago on this tour into the virgin rainforest – a must for eco lovers. The northern part of the island boasts the oldest protected rainforest in the world. This is due to Stephen Hales, a scientist who convinced plantation owners that if they continued cutting down the forest, they would destroy the balance of nature and reduce the island to a barren desert: remarkably, he did this in 1776. -
Argyle Waterfall
SCARBOROUGH, TOBAGO
We shall depart the quayside for a leisurely drive along Tobago’s windward coast towards Roxborough. From here our tour will set off on foot as we take to the Argyle Waterfalls trails, entering the oldest forest reserve in the Western Hemisphere.
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Pigeon Point Beach Transfer
SCARBOROUGH, TOBAGO
We will be transferred to Pigeon Point Beach, one of the most popular beaches on the island.
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Cricket Legends
ST JOHNS, ANTIGUA
Departing from the quayside, we shall be driven to the Antigua Recreation Ground – home of the four existing cricket world records – for a guided tour of the ground. Known locally as the ARG, the ground became cricket’s 52nd Test Venue in 1980/1 when it hosted England in a test match marked by a century from the island’s most famous sporting son, Sir Vivian Richards. Despite the relatively small size of Antigua, with just a population of approximately 70,000, crowds at the ARG are both extremely knowledgeable and fanatical in their passion for the most famous of the Caribbean sports! -
Swimming with Stingrays
ST JOHNS, ANTIGUA
From the pier we will take a short transfer through the scenic interior of Antigua to the quaint fishing village of Seatons. Here the professional staff at Stingray City will greet us.
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Castaways Beach Escape
ST JOHNS, ANTIGUA
Castaway’s restaurant lies on one of Antigua’s most beautiful beaches in Jolly Harbour on the west coast of the island. Here we will have some free time to let the sun warm our body and the beach soothe our soul as we enjoy one of Antigua’s most beautiful beaches, located in the lush tropical landscaped marina. -
Helicopter Flight Over Volcanic Montserrat
ST JOHNS, ANTIGUA
If there’s one tour we’re really going to ‘push the boat out’ for, perhaps this should be it! Our entire tour of Montserrat is over the ‘exclusion zone’, which is an area that has been designated off limits to ground transportation for the past few years. What better way to view it than by Bell helicopter! -
Tropical Delight Catamaran Experience
ST JOHNS, ANTIGUA
Looking for a fun few hours? Then this tour is perfect for you. A catamaran will collect us from the quayside, and we’ll cruise by the golden necklace of beaches on Antigua’s calm West Coast. En route to one of the island’s fine 365 beaches, the catamaran drops anchor, for an opportunity to snorkel.
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Spectacular Antigua
ST JOHNS, ANTIGUA
Antigua is home to a beautiful 26 square kilometre (10 square mile) National Park in which lies the famous English Harbour and Nelson’s Dockyard. It will take us approximately 35 minutes to reach the National Park, where we shall stop at four sites of interest. Our journey through the centre of the island takes us past quaint villages, which epitomise the typical West Indian style and culture. -
A Day at Nelsons Dockyard
ST JOHNS, ANTIGUA
Welcome to the world famous Nelson’s Dockyard, once the naval base of the English fleet in the Caribbean. This remarkable area is located within English Harbour, one of the most beautiful natural harbours you may ever see. Made popular by the great Admiral Lord Horatio Nelson, who was stationed there during the mid-17th century, it is the only remaining Georgian naval shipyard in operation. Now, refurbished as a colonial village, it is a wonderful mixture of period English architecture & Caribbean-style elegance. -
Crusoe Island Escape
ST JOHN'S, ANTIGUA
Departing from the quayside, we shall have a short drive to Hodges Bay Club where we shall join our boat for a brief ten minute transfer to our private and secluded island for the day, Prickly Pear Island. The island is Antigua’s oldest owner-operated excursion, now in its 36th year and is one of Antigua’s best-kept secret hideaways. -
Jeep Safari
ST JOHNS, ANTIGUA
This tour gives us a chance to see beautiful places on the island, which are inaccessible by bus, but no problem for our open-sided, four-wheel drive Land Rover jeep. Hold on to your hats for this fun-filled, off-road adventure! -
Ondeck Ocean Racing
ST JOHNS, ANTIGUA
Our tour today combines a panoramic tour of the island, an exciting yacht race and a cruise of Nelson’s Dockyard. It is a little bit of everything to suit those who want to see the sights in a more exclusive and unique way.
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Discover Deep Bay Beach
ST JOHNS, ANTIGUA
Deep Bay Beach is one of Antigua’s hidden tropical treasures! Situated within a pristine cove on the islands North West Coast, it is one of the most enchanting beaches on the island!
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Horseback Riding in Antigua
ST JOHNS, ANTIGUA
What could be a better way to experience the tranquility and views of the Caribbean than a relaxing scenic horseback ride along the beautiful beaches of Antigua!
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Curacao See & Sea
WILLEMSTAD, CURACAO
By coach we will travel to the boarding place of the Seaworld Explorer – a state-of-the-art semi-submarine originally developed for use on the Great Barrier Reef. The vessel does not submerge, but we descend into the hull of this cruising underwater observatory, one-and-a-half metres (five feet) below the surface of the water, to watch sealife through the clear glass windows.
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Swim with Dolphins
WILLEMSTAD, CURACAO
This wonderful tour offers us a rare opportunity to swim and play with beautiful bottlenose dolphins. Prior to the activity, we will receive instructions from the experienced trainers.
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Dolphin Encounter
WILLEMSTAD, CURACAO
Interact with a beautiful bottlenose dolphin while standing waist-deep in water on a submerged platform.
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Spanish Water Snorkel and Sightseeing tour
WILLEMSTAD, CURACAO
Departing the quayside by bus, we shall travel across the Queen Juliana Bridge to San Jofat residential area, where we shall board the awaiting Miss Ann snorkel vessel. Once onboard our journey to Caracas Bay, home to the sunken tugboat and many species of tropical fish, will begin.
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Beach Break
WILLEMSTAD, CURACAO
Departing the pier by boat, we will be transferred to the wet and wild beach at Seaquarium; en route we can watch the scenery of the harbour and coastline pass by
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Discover Curacao Island
WILLEMSTAD, CURACAO
The Curaçao Island tour combines an interesting look at the countryside of Curaçao, the city of Willemstad and three major attractions on this Dutch Island. Departing from the quayside, our tour coach will drive past the salt flats and flamingos before proceeding to the spectacular Hato Caves – a dramatic collection of grottoes filled with stalactites, stalagmites and crystal clear pools, all of which have been centuries in the making.
Boudicca
Cruise aboard Boudicca, a truly world class ship.
Holding 856 passengers, Boudicca has attracted a band of loyal followers, being spacious yet on a human scale. There is an appropriate British historical theme with each public room, lounge and restaurant designed to ensure the mood is in keeping with her sister ship Black Watch.Fly cruise information
Please find the flight options for this cruise below. NB: please note that some flights may touch down en-route to either pick up or set down other passengers joining or leaving the ship, or to re-fuel.
| Flight No | Departure Airport | Departs | Arrival Airport | Arrives |
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| TOM571 | Gatwick (LGW) | 12 Mar 2009 AM | Barbados (BGI) | 12 Mar 2009 PM |
| TOM572 | Barbados (BGI) | 26 Mar 2009 PM | Gatwick (LGW) | 27 Mar 2009 AM |
| TOM827 | Manchester (MAN) | 12 Mar 2009 AM | Barbados (BGI) | 12 Mar 2009 PM |
| TOM828 | Barbados (BGI) | 26 Mar 2009 00:00 | Manchester (MAN) | 27 Mar 2009 00:00 |
Cruise Details
- ID: BD081
- Themes:
- Departs: 12 March 2009
- From: Bridgetown, Barbados
- Prices from £1,126
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