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Caribbean Cruise
Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Gatwick, Manchester and Newcastle airports. Newcastle flight diverts to/from Newquay airport to pick up/drop off passengers. This cruise offers a Flagship Golf package.
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| Date | Arr | Dep | Destination |
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| December 2009 | |||
| Thu 10 to Fri 11 | Early AM | Late PM |  Bridgetown, Barbados |
| Sat 12 | Early AM | Late PM | St. Georges, Grenada |
| Mon 14 | Early AM | Late Night | Willemstad, Curacao |
| Tue 15 | Early AM | Late PM | Oranjestad, Aruba |
| Thu 17 | Early AM | Late Night | Road Town, Tortola |
| Fri 18 | Early AM | Late PM | Philipsburg, St. Maarten |
| Sat 19 | Early AM | Late PM | St. John's, Antigua |
| Mon 21 | 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 O/S Cabin | Call for Latest Status | £1,569 |
| B | Superior O/S Cabin | Limited | £1,509 |
| BA | Superior Balcony | Limited | £1,777 |
| BC | Balcony Cabin | Call for Latest Status | £1,611 |
| BS | Balcony Suite | Limited | £2,128 |
| C | Outside Cabin | Limited | £1,383 |
| CD | Wheelchair Adapted | Call for Latest Status | £1,383 |
| D | Outside Cabin | Limited | £1,323 |
| E | Outside Cabin | Call for Latest Status | £1,291 |
| F | Inside Cabin | Call for Latest Status | £1,207 |
| FD | Wheelchair Adapted | Call for Latest Status | £1,207 |
| G | Inside Cabin | Call for Latest Status | £1,168 |
| GBS | LSAV Balcony Suite | Limited | £1,809 |
| GLH | Latesaver Cabin | Good | £909 |
| H | Inside Cabin | Call for Latest Status | £1,115 |
| I | Inside Cabin | Call for Latest Status | £1,063 |
| J | Superior O/S Single | Call for Latest Status | £2,354 |
| JB | Single Balcony Suite | Call for Latest Status | £2,520 |
| K | Outside Single Cabin | Call for Latest Status | £2,220 |
| L | Outside Single Cabin | Call for Latest Status | £2,044 |
| LA | Large Sup O/S Twin | Call for Latest Status | £1,611 |
| M | Inside Single Cabin | Call for Latest Status | £1,735 |
| OS | LSAV Outside Cabin | Good | £959 |
| OW | Owner's Suite | Call for Latest Status | £3,378 |
| SOS | LSAV Superior O/S | Limited | £1,009 |
| SS | Superior Suite | Call for Latest Status | £2,325 |
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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. -
Natural Wonders
ORANJESTAD, ARUBA
Experience the full beauty of Natural Aruba on a tour that takes us on a journey of discovery.
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Seaworld Explorer
ORANJESTED, ARUBA
The Seaworld Explorer is a state-of-the-art semi-submarine developed in Australia for use on the Great Barrier Reef. The vessel does not submerge; instead we descend into the hull of this cruising underwater observatory and sit in air-conditioned comfort one and a half metres (five feet) below the surface, exploring the sea life through large, clear-glass windows.
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Atlantis Submarine
ORANJESTAD, ARUBA
Our underwater adventure begins as we board a surface vessel to transfer us to the submarine, just off the southeast coast, for our thrilling dive to commence!
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Sailing & Snorkelling
ORANJESTAD, ARUBA
We will cruise along Aruba’s West Coast towards two exciting snorkel sites. On the way we can relax and enjoy refreshments while passing beautiful beaches and resorts. -
Aruba See & Sea
ORANJESTAD, ARUBA
Experience the full beauty of Aruba on a tour that takes us around the island and under the sea!
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Sea and See Island Tour
ORANJESTAD, ARUBA
Experience the full beauty of Aruba on a tour that takes us around the island and under the sea!
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Golden Eagle Catamaran Cruise
PHILIPSBURG, ST MAARTEN
Sail in style! Onboard the catamaran we can sample freshly made baguettes and take advantage of a very open bar (including champagne!), while enjoying the thrill of sailing at up to 20 knots on the sparkling sea. We may spot flying fish or even dolphins while lying in the nets or lazing in the shade of the 24 metre (80 feet) sail.
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Island Tour & Butterfly Farm
PHILIPSBURG, ST MAARTEN
Departing from Philipsburg, we will travel along the Great Salt Pond and through Sucker Garden where we shall pass by the monument that marks the Dutch/French border. Our coach will then continue on through the French Quartier D’Orleans, before arriving at the butterfly farm.
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Bubba Bottom Fishing & Coastal Cruise
PHILIPSBURG, ST MAARTEN
Departing from the quayside, we shall have an approximate five minute drive to Doc Maarten Marina where we shall be invited to board the custom-built fishing boat ‘Bubba’. -
St Maarten 12 Metre Challenge
PHILIPSBURG, ST MAARTEN
Recognised as a truly unique tour, the St Maarten Americas Cup 12-Metre Yacht regatta offers us a fantastic opportunity!
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Hidden Forest Hike
PHILIPSBURG, ST MAARTEN
An approximate 35 minute coach journey will take us away from the hustle and bustle of modern life to experience the tranquillity of Loterie Farm, a private nature reserve and historical site. -
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. -
Clear Bottom Kayaking
ST GEORGES, GRENADA
Our tour today will allow us to take a journey in double manned 'sit on top' clear bottom kayaks - the next best thing to snorkelling or scuba diving!
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Whale & Dolphin Spotting
ST GEORGES, GRENADA
Departing from our ship we will board our tour boat and begin our search for whales and dolphins!
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The Rhum Runner
ST GEORGES, GRENADA
A short walk from the port gate, the Rhum Runner waits at the jetty. To the sound of a steel band we are greeted by a smiling crew waiting to serve us with ice-cold rum punches. Once onboard we loop around the Carenage, St George’s inner harbour, before proceeding along the scenic coastline, hugging the shore. We shall stop at Morne Rouge Beach. -
Island Drive - East Coast
ST GEORGES, GRENADA
From the pier, we drive through the quaint capital of St George’s, perhaps the most appealing city in the entire Caribbean. Founded in the early 18th century by the French, St George’s still possesses something of the character of a French town, particularly in the red-tiled roofs and pastel colours of its traditional architecture. We pass the ruins of Government House through St Paul’s, then travel to the parish of St David’s, where plantations of cocoa and spices can be seen. -
Adventure River Tubing
ST GEORGE'S, GRENADA
Balthazar River ‘aint named Grenada’s Great River for notting’ as they say locally! Fed from sources located deep in the island’s interior, this river is nestled amongst the exotic tropical rainforest flora and fauna. -
Underwater Sculpture Park
ST GEORGE'S, GRENADA
.Departing from the quayside, we shall board our custom-built seafari boat for a leisurely cruise along the picturesque and sheltered West Coast of Grenada
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Rum and Nutmeg
ST GEORGES, GRENADA
Departing from the port we will take the short drive to Quaranteen Point where we will take a photographic stop. Views of the 1½ mile stretch of the famous Grand Anse Beach will be clearly seen.
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Jeep Tour
ST GEORGE'S, GRENADA
Departing the quayside in our jeeps (typically ex-British military issue Land Rovers) we shall travel through the parish of St George and continue along the scenic East Coast, through the islands centre to two of the island’s natural wonders.
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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.
Braemar
Experience an elegant and captivating atmosphere when you cruise on Braemar.
During her recent major refit and lengthening, Braemar added over eighty passenger cabins and suites with balconies, bringing the standard occupancy up to 929. Voted 'The Best Refurbished Ship' in Cruise Critic's 'Editor's Pick Awards' 2009, she is also the second of our ships to feature a pub, which, on occasion, offers entertainment in the form of a late night comedian or jazz.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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| TCX64K | Gatwick (LGW) | 10 Dec 2009 AM | Barbados (BGI) | 10 Dec 2009 PM |
| TCX64L | Barbados (BGI) | 21 Dec 2009 PM | Gatwick (LGW) | 22 Dec 2009 AM |
| TOM128 | Manchester (MAN) | 10 Dec 2009 AM | Barbados (BGI) | 10 Dec 2009 PM |
| TOM129 | Barbados (BGI) | 21 Dec 2009 PM | Manchester (MAN) | 22 Dec 2009 AM |
| TOM662 | Newcastle (NCL) | 10 Dec 2009 AM | Barbados (BGI) | 10 Dec 2009 PM |
| TOM663 | Barbados (BGI) | 21 Dec 2009 PM | Newcastle (NCL) | 22 Dec 2009 AM |
Cruise Details
- ID: BM0926
- Themes:
- Departs: 10 December 2009
- From: Bridgetown, Barbados
- Prices from £909
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