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- Due to fuel costs rising significantly since brochure production, it has become necessary for Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines to also levy a Fuel Cost Supplement for our 2009/2010 programme.
- From cruises BL0905, BD0909, BM0909, BW0902 & BP0908, the charge will be £4.00 per passenger per night, with the charge for 3rd and 4th occupants charged at £2.00 per passenger per night.
- This supplement has a maximum charge of £80 per passenger and £40 per 3rd and 4th passengers.
- Where cruises also feature in the 2008/2009 3rd Edition brochure, the charge will be £6.00 per passenger per night, with the charge for 3rd and 4th occupants charged at £2.50 per passenger per night.
- With these cruises, the supplement has a maximum charge of £120 per passenger and £50 per 3rd and 4th passengers. Please note prices on this web-site include the fuel surcharge supplement.
Caribbean Christmas Cruise
Caribbean Cruise
A cruise of pure indulgence is here with this Christmas Cruise. Departing from Gatwick and Manchester airports. The ArtsClub - Story Telling & Creative Writing.| Date | Arr | Dep | Destination |
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| December 2009 | |||
| Mon 21 to Tue 22 | 07:00 | 16:00 | Bridgetown |
| Wed 23 | 08:00 | 18:00 | Kingstown |
| Thu 24 | 08:00 | 18:00 | Port of Spain |
| Sat 26 | 08:00 | 18:00 | Kralendijk |
| Mon 28 | 07:00 | 18:00 | Santa Marta |
| Tue 29 | 08:00 | 18:00 | Cartagena (Colombia) |
| Thu 31 | 08:00 | 23:30 | Montego Bay |
| January 2010 | |||
| Sat 02 | 08:00 | 18:00 | Santo Domingo |
| Mon 04 | 08:00 | 17:00 | Basseterre, St Kitts |
| Tue 05 | 08:30 | 23:00 | Fort de France |
| Wed 06 | 07:00 | 17:00 | Castries |
| Thu 07 to Fri 08 | 06:30 | 23:00 | Bridgetown |
Prices shown are per person, based on standard adult occupancy
| Grade | Cabin | Brochure Price | Prices From |
|---|---|---|---|
| SS | Superior Suite | £7,923 | £4,388 |
| SSD | Wheelchair Adapted | £7,655 | £4,210 |
| BS | Balcony Suite | £7,208 | £3,995 |
| BA | Superior Balcony | £5,923 | £3,288 |
| LA | Large Sup O/S Twin | £5,318 | £2,956 |
| A | Superior O/S Cabin | £5,168 | £2,873 |
| BC | Balcony Cabin | £5,318 | £2,956 |
| B | Superior O/S Cabin | £4,943 | £2,749 |
| C | Outside Cabin | £4,488 | £2,499 |
| CD | Wheelchair Adapted | £4,488 | £2,499 |
| D | Outside Cabin | £4,263 | £2,375 |
| E | Outside Cabin | £4,148 | £2,312 |
| F | Inside Cabin | £3,848 | £2,147 |
| FD | Wheelchair Adapted | £3,848 | £2,147 |
| G | Inside Cabin | £3,698 | £2,065 |
| H | Inside Cabin | £3,508 | £1,960 |
| I | Inside Cabin | £3,318 | £1,856 |
| JB | Single Balcony Suite | £8,643 | £4,784 |
| J | Superior O/S Single | £8,038 | £4,452 |
| K | Outside Single Cabin | £7,548 | £4,182 |
| L | Outside Single Cabin | £6,903 | £3,827 |
| M | Inside Single Cabin | £5,773 | £3,206 |
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Maracas Beach (Tour D)
PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD
Our tour today will visit Trinidad’s most beautiful and popular beach, Maracas Beach. En route to the beach we will pass by many of the city’s sites, including the Magnificent Seven, a row of imposing colonial houses originally built at the turn of the last century as private residences
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Caroni Nature Sanctuary (Tour C)
PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD
The Caroni Nature Sanctuary is a mangrove swamp covering an area of 105 square kilometres (40 square miles) on Trinidad’s northwest coast. We shall board a large, flat-bottomed boat and slowly travel along the beautiful, peaceful waterways and lagoons, admiring the landscape and variety of birds and wildlife.
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City Highlights & Mount St Benedict (Tour B)
PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD
The Monastery was originally founded by the Brazilian monk as a refuge for monks and others suffering religious persecution. Here our guide will provide a cultural and historical perspective on the monks that have lived the contemplative life for decades.
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Trinidad Highlights & Angostura Distillery (Tour A)
PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD
We will pass by the lighthouse, the striking Parliament building (known as the Red House), as well as the ‘Magnificent Seven’ – a row of imposing colonial houses originally built at the turn of the last century as private residences.
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The Magic of Marigot Bay (Tour H)
CASTRIES, ST. LUCIA
Our tour today, will take us to the secluded palm-fringed Bay of Marigot, enabling us to take advantage of this location’s tranquillity and beauty. This peaceful landscape of swaying palms and sparkling clear water also caught the eye of filmmakers -
Aquabulle Semi-Submarine (Tour G)
CASTRIES, ST. LUCIA
Here we descend into Aquabulle’s air-conditioned, transparent hull to enjoy the fascinating marine environment alive with tropical fish and coral life – a spectacle not to be missed! -
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Honeymoon Cove Kayaking & Nature Trek (Tour F)
CASTRIES, ST. LUCIA
During our trek, we may see some of the 38 species of birds that live here, we may even be lucky enough to spot the world’s smallest non-poisonous snake – the Leptotyphlaps Bilineata. We will also witness how the furious Atlantic has sculpted various fascinating geological features. -
St Lucia - Helicopter Flightseeing (Tour E)
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! -
Delights of Mamiku Gardens (Tour D)
CASTRIES, ST. LUCIA
Located on a working family plantation, owned by the Shingleton family since 1906, the beautiful gardens overlook picturesque Praslin Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. Upon arrival at the gardens, the owner will welcome us -
Land & Sea to Soufriere (Tour C)
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 spending a whole day on a bus! -
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The Rhythm of Rum (Tour B)
CASTRIES, ST. LUCIA
For rum lovers this tour is a must! We will have the opportunity to feel the real spirit and culture of St Lucia, as well as having some fun in the process!I -
Scenic Railway (Tour G)
BASSETERRE, ST. KITTS
This exciting tour will take us on a complete circle around the entire island, by a combination of 17 ½ miles of rail and 11 ½ miles of road.The narrow gauge railroad was built almost a century ago, to deliver sugar cane from the fields to the sugar mills in the capital city of Basseterre. -
Botanical Gardens of Nevis (Tour F)
BASSETERRE, ST. KITTS
We then proceed through several sleepy villages to the Botanical Gardens. They cover eight acres and contain a diverse range of tropical plants and trees, collected from locations around the world. The magnificent landscape is a serene place in which to stroll -
Horseback Riding in the Rainforest (Tour D)
BASSETERRE, ST. KITTS
Away from the crowds, past fields of swaying sugar cane, we shall ride into the lush tropical rainforest.From the stables, we venture into the interior of the island. Dismounting, we will walk further into the verdant greenery, to absorb the flourishing surroundings. -
Catamaran Fanta-Sea (Tour C)
BASSETERRE, ST. KITTS
Aboard a catamaran we cruise along a truly scenic and unspoiled coastline, with mountains and secluded beaches to one side and the open Caribbean Sea to the other, where gentle trade winds help carry us along. -
Rainforest & Gardens Hike (Tour B)
BASSETERRE, ST. KITTS
From the ship, we proceed along the scenic leeward coast, winding through picturesque valleys and sugar cane fields, lined on one side with lush green mountains and on the other by the Caribbean Sea. -
Essential St Kitts (Tour A)
BASSETERRE, ST. KITTS
It is said that no trip to Basseterre would be complete without a stop at the two sites visited on this tour: Brimstone Hill Fortress and the Romney Gardens.Our tour begins with a drive through Basseterre, heading towards Bloody River -
Martinique Glass-Bottom Boat (Tour C)
FORT DE FRANCE, MARTINIQUE
Departing the pier in Marin Bay, our exploration by glass-bottom boat will allow us to see the largest natural marina in the Lesser Antilles.
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St Lucia Rainforest Aerial Tram (Tour I)
CASTRIES, ST LUCIA
The aerial tram will provide us with a bird’s eye view of a truly mature Caribbean oceanic rainforest. Nurtured by warm, gentle rains and rich volcanic soils, St Lucia's forests have achieved a state of ancient majesty.
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Martinique - North of the Island (Tour A)
FORT DE FRANCE, MARTINIQUE
Our tour begins with a panoramic drive through the residential area of Fort De France with colonial style mansions and streets with a stop at the Sacred Heart Basilica (Parisian Montmartre on a smaller scale).
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Sandals Royal Caribbean & Private Island (Tour G)
MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA
If our idea of the perfect day in Montego Bay involves a beautiful natural white sand beach, swimming in the refreshing waters of the Caribbean, walking the shoreline or just hanging out under a shady tree sipping a cocktail, then Sandal Royal Caribbean resort and private Island is the place for us.
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Appleton Estate Rum Tour (Tour F)
MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA
In the air-conditioned lounge on the estate, we will see the extraction of cane juice as it was done in the 18th century, by the resident donkey. We will also tour the distillery and the Ageing House before having the opportunity to taste the rum (we may even be able to win a bottle of rum, if we can taste all 14!).
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Ocho Rios & Dunn's River Falls (Tour E)
MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA
Travelling through Jamaica’s beautiful countryside, we will pass many historic sites and villages before reaching the world-famous Dunn’s River Falls, the 600 foot waterfall that cascades down, giant step-shaped rocks, a fantastic opportunity for photo’s.
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Horse Riding at Braco Estate (Tour D)
MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA
Braco Great House was built in the mid 18th century. It was a successful sugar plantation and refinery, with numerous slaves.Trail masters will pair us with a horse to match our riding ability, and then we’re off, weaving our way through the countryside
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The Great Houses of Montego Bay (Tour B)
MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA
Our tour proceeds to Rose Hall Great House, which was once home to the ‘White Witch of Rose Hall’. Legend has it that the ‘White Witch’ Annie Palmer murdered her three husbands and numerous slaves who worked the surrounding plantation, before she in turn was murdered, in 1831, by one of her lovers – a cunning slave who decided to exact revenge on her.
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Black River Safari (Tour A)
MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA
Leaving Montego Bay we head towards Reading, passing rural villages such as Anchovy, Ramble and Whithorn. We will have a great view of one of the island’s breathtaking lush plains – George’s Plain, a large expanse of flatland that can be seen for many miles around
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Martinique Jeep Safari (Tour D)
FORT DE FRANCE, MARTINIQUE
This is an opportunity to take part in an exciting off-road adventure. Travelling by four wheel drive, with an expert local guide, we shall head North, far from the most visited sites of the island.
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Columbus Tomb & Three Eye Lakes (Tour D)
SANTO DOMINGO, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
An approximate 10 minute journey will take us to the majestic Columbus lighthouse, Faro a Colon, the last burial of the Great Admiral Christopher Columbus and one of the most impressive commemorative lighthouses in the entire world
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Botanical Garden Tour (Tour C)
SANTO DOMINGO, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
The Botanical Garden of Santo Domingo covers approximately two million square metres (21.5 million feet), and is the largest in the Caribbean. It exhibits the natural flora of the island, and there are areas dedicated to palm trees, exotic plants and orchids
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Panoramic Santo Domingo (Tour B)
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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Saona Paradise (Tour A)
SANTO DOMINGO, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
we will travel to the fishermen’s village of Bayahibe, where rapid boomerang boats are waiting to take us to the most beautiful natural swimming pool of the Southern Caribbean area. Here crystal shallow waters invite us to take a swim during our short stop
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Tayrona Natural National Park (Tour B)
SANTA MARTA, COLOMBIA
The Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta is a landscape of biological juxtapositions. Palms, cacti and tropical dry forest fringe the park’s northern border along the Caribbean coast, while tropical rain forests, treeless plains, and snow-capped peaks are found in the interior
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Historic Tour of Santa Marta (Tour A)
SANTA MARTA, COLOMBIA
Founded by Rodrigo de Bastidas in 1525, Santa Marta is the oldest city in Colombia, situated between the majesty of the Andes crowned with snow peaks and the crystal waters of the Caribbean Sea.
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Martinique - South of the Island (Tour B)
FORT DE FRANCE, MARTINIQUE
This tour will take us to the various interesting sites in Trois-Ilets and the South part of the island; La Pagerie Estate & Museum where Napoleon’s wife Josephine was born in 1763, the Sugar Cane Museum and the historical site of Village De La Poterie
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St Lucia - North of the Island (Tour A)
CASTRIES, ST. LUCIA
We can explore the lush, tropical beauty of northern St Lucia on this tour, which begins 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 -
Sea Eye Adventure (Tour I)
BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS
Don’t miss this unique adventure aboard this state of the art Hydrofoil boat. Sit back and relax as the sea eye boat glides effortlessly over the water along Barbados’ picturesque coast
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Barbados - Island Safari (Tour G)
BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS
This tour will appeal to those of us who enjoy soft adventure. Leaving the port by 4x4 Landrovers, 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 & Tea at Sunbury (Tour E)
BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS
We will arrive at Orchid World, where there are over 30,000 orchids on display in five orchid houses, all set within landscaped grounds with waterfalls, fountains and a man-made stream.
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Catamaran Cruise & Turtle Encounter (Tour B)
BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS
Picture yourself 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 your skin. With a gentle wind blowing in your hair, and the sweet sounds of the Caribbean in your ears, you’ll realise that life doesn’t get any better than this!
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From Coast to Coast (Tour A)
BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS
Shortly after leaving Bridgetown Harbour, we pass by Pelican Village – a small art and craft centre which houses a number of shops offering locally made gifts and souvenirs.
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Rafting on the Martha Brae (Tour C)
MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA
Venture to one of the most picturesque places in Jamaica, the “Land of Wood and Water”, for a unique Jamaican experience.
Braemar
Elegant and captivating describes the atmosphere that abounds on Braemar. She is perfectly suited for warm weather cruising and continues to attract plaudits.
Since her major refit and lengthening procedure, Braemar now features over eighty passenger cabins and suites with balconies. She has also become the second of our ships to feature a pub, which, on occasion, offers entertainment in the form of a late night comedian or jazz.
*Note: From Braemar's first cruise of 2009, the ship will have a totally smoke free indoors environment. Smoking will only be permitted on cabin balconies and on specially designated areas of deck space.
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Cruise Details
- ID: BM0927
- Departs: 21 December 2009
- From: Bridgetown, Barbados
- Save up to: 45%
- Prices from £1,856
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