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Caribbean Christmas Cruise
Caribbean Cruise
Christmas Day spent cruising the sibilant Caribbean is the stuff of dreams, made all the more special by the knowledge that Boxing Day will bring a visit to Port Antonio. Departing from Gatwick, Manchester and Stansted airports.
| Date | Arr | Dep | Destination |
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| December 2008 | |||
| Mon 22 | 06:00 | 22:00 | Miami, Florida |
| Wed 24 | 12:00 | 18:00 | Grand Turk |
| Fri 26 | 08:00 | 18:00 | Port Antonio |
| Sun 28 | 08:00 | 17:00 | Santa Marta |
| Mon 29 | 12:00 | 23:00 | Oranjestad, Aruba |
| Tue 30 | 08:00 | 23:00 | Willemstad, Curacao |
| January 2009 | |||
| Thu 01 | 08:00 | 18:00 | St. Georges, Grenada |
| Fri 02 | 08:00 | 20:00 | Bridgetown, Barbados |
| Sat 03 | 08:00 | 17:00 | Castries |
| Sun 04 | 08:00 | 17:00 | St. Johns (Antigua) |
| Mon 05 | 08:00 | 17:00 | Road Town, Tortola |
| Thu 08 | 06:00 | 22:00 | Miami, Florida |
Prices shown are per person, based on standard adult occupancy
| Grade | Cabin | Brochure Price | Prices From |
|---|---|---|---|
| SS | Superior Suite | £8,665 | £5,021 |
| BS | Balcony Suite | £7,895 | £4,578 |
| DS | Deluxe Suite | £12,390 | £6,815 |
| A | Superior O/S Cabin | £5,700 | £3,316 |
| B | Superior O/S Cabin | £5,455 | £3,175 |
| C | Outside Cabin | £4,910 | £2,862 |
| CD | Wheelchair Adapted | £4,910 | £2,862 |
| D | Outside Cabin | £4,645 | £2,709 |
| E | Outside Cabin | £4,525 | £2,640 |
| F | Inside Cabin | £4,180 | £2,442 |
| FD | Wheelchair Adapted | £4,180 | £2,442 |
| G | Inside Cabin | £4,015 | £2,347 |
| H | Inside Cabin | £3,800 | £2,223 |
| I | Inside Cabin | £3,595 | £2,105 |
| J | Superior O/S Single | £8,940 | £5,179 |
| K | Outside Single Cabin | £8,410 | £4,874 |
| L | Outside Single Cabin | £7,685 | £4,457 |
| M | Inside Single Cabin | £6,390 | £3,713 |
| SSD | Wheelchair Adapted | £8,665 | £5,021 |
| BA | Superior Balcony | £6,550 | £3,805 |
| LA | Large Sup O/S Twin | £5,860 | £3,408 |
| BC | Balcony Cabin | £5,860 | £3,408 |
| JB | Single Balcony Suite | £9,665 | £5,596 |
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Beach & Bayside Hopper (Tour D)
MIAMI, USA
The ‘BB’ hopper gives us unlimited access to a continuous shuttle between the Port of Miami, South Beach and Bayside Market Place. Operating approximately every 30-minutes, our first stop will be the world-renowned South Beach. -
The Best of Miami by Land & Sea (Tour C)
MIAMI, USA
We are invited to enjoy the best of both worlds, as this tour encompasses all the highlights of Miami and Miami beach via our tour coach, followed by a scenic cruise of Biscayne Bay, passing the homes and mansions of the rich and famous. -
Everglades Eco Adventure (Tour B)
MIAMI, USA
Our tour will take us deep into one of America’s largest National Parks, as we are invited to explore the natural wonder of the Everglades Safari Park from the comfort of our specially designed airboat. -
Grand Tour of Miami (Tour A)
MIAMI, USA
Our tour today will show us the highlights of Miami and Miami Beach, we will visit the magnificent European Estate; Vizcaya Museum and Garden and also journey to the Everglades National Park for a thrilling airboat ride! -
Dune Buggy Safari (Tour G)
GRAND TURK, TURKS & CAICOS
For the more adventurous at heart, we will be able to climb behind the wheel of our very own purpose built, tubular frame sand dune buggy, used especially for travelling on the vast sand dunes of the Peruvian deserts. -
Horseback Ride & Swim (Tour F)
GRAND TURK, TURKS & CAICOS
Once mounted on our horse, we will go for a leisurely walk along the beach whilst enjoying the view of the crystal clear Atlantic Ocean. During the ride, we will learn about the history of the catchment area that can be seen in the distance, before beginning our swim in the ocean with the horses
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Kayaking in the Mangroves & Beach Snorkel (Tour E)
GRAND TURK, TURKS & CAICOS
Words cannot describe the beauty and tranquil nature of the surrounding mangroves. We will paddle through, gentle, shallow waters as our guide provides us with interesting information regarding the plant and animal life that make the mangroves their homes. -
Reef Trekker Semi-Sub Exploration (Tour D)
GRAND TURK, TURKS & CAICOS
Travel six feet under the surface of the water in dry comfort while seeing the abundant sea life and coral reefs surrounding Grand Turk. The semi-submersible craft remains on the surface providing incredible views though the viewing windows below the deck. -
Grand Turk 4x4 Safari (Tour C)
GRAND TURK, TURKS & CAICOS
Experience the natural history and cultural heritage of Grand Turk in a “Safari themed 4 x 4”. We shall learn about Grand Turk’s rich history and culture, as it was reputed to be the place where Christopher Columbus made his first landfall in the West Indies. -
Reef & Ray (Tour B)
GRAND TURK, TURKS & CAICOS
This amazing tour allows us to experience the 2 premier attractions in the picturesque turquoise waters around Grand Turk; pristine coral reef snorkelling and stingrays at play! -
Gibbs Cay (Tour A)
GRAND TURK, TURKS & CAICOS
Our adventure begins at the pier where we will be greeted by our friendly crew and board our boat that will take us to our destination, a pristine, uninhabited island – Gibbs Cay. -
Forest & Beach (Tour H)
ROAD TOWN, TORTOLA
We will be able to enjoy the significantly cooler temperatures as our guide leads us along a forest trail, pointing out the flora and fauna of interest.
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Dolphin Swim (Tour G)
ROAD TOWN, TORTOLA
An experience of a lifetime awaits those of us choosing to participate in this incredible activity!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.
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Tour to Virgin Gorda (Tour C)
ROAD TOWN, TORTOLA
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.
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Virgin Islands Sailaway (Tour B)
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,
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Island Secrets Discovered (Tour A)
ROAD TOWN, TORTOLA
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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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 -
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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Jamaica Palace, Boston & Long Bay Beach (Tour F)
PORT ANTONIO, JAMAICA
From the dock, our tour will take us to the Titchfield Peninsular. Some of the houses in this area are quaint, some are elegant, many are built from wood and decorated with gingerbread fretwork
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Port Antonio Highlights & Non Such Caves (Tour C)
PORT ANTONIO, JAMAICA
The Blue Mountain range provides a spectacular backdrop to the town, which has retained its charm as a quiet rural township and is home to one of the most beautiful harbours in the Caribbean
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Somerset Falls & Tea At Trident Villas (Tour B)
PORT ANTONIO, JAMAICA
This river is a small independent stream, situated between the larger systems of the Rio Grande and the Swift River. Through a deep, forested gorge of natural rock, the Daniels River plunges in a series of cascades, green pools and waterfalls on its way to the Caribbean Sea
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Rafting on the Rio Grande (Tour A)
PORT ANTONIO, JAMAICA
Port Antonio was the home of the famous Hollywood filmstar, Errol Flynn. He once described the town as ‘a paradise unspoiled by human hands’. LAt ‘Rafters Village’, our two-seater bamboo raft awaits. Sitting in a basic hand-bound bamboo chair, we commence our journey down the beautiful Rio Grande
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Clear Bottom Kayaking (Tour I)
ST GEORGES, GRENADA
Our tour today will allow us to take a journey in a double manned 'sit on top' clear bottom kayaks - the next best thing to snorkelling or scuba diving
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Whale & Dolphin Spotting (Tour H)
ST GEORGES, GRENADA
The waters surrounding Grenada are home to pilot whales, Humpbacks and dolphins and although there are no guarantees with nature, with luck on our side we should hopefully be able to spot a whale or dolphin today.
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Sunnyside Garden (Tour G)
ST GEORGES, GRENADA
Sunnyside is a mature house of character occupied by one of the established Grenadian families.Today, the property boasts a superb garden. Enthusiasts from all over the world have found it worth a visit:
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The Spice of Our Lives (Tour F)
ST GEORGES, GRENADA
This delightfully ‘aromatic’ tour takes us to a fruit confectionery, a spice garden, a juice factory and a rum factory – a treat for our senses
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Hiking Morne Gazo (Tour D)
ST GEORGES, GRENADA
This tour is perfect for nature lovers who enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the countryside.Morne Gazo is a conical hill rising to 345 metres (1,140 feet) above sea level, covered with a largely undisturbed tropical and semi-deciduous rainforest – the only remaining area of this type of forest in the country
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The Rhum Runner (Tour B)
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.
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Island Drive - East Coast (Tour A)
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
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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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Master Blaster Ocean Safari (Tour E)
ORANJESTAD, ARUBA
Brace yourself for an exhilarating adventure along the northwest coast of Aruba on the Caribbean’s only hydrofoil supported catamaran powerboat!
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Natural Wonders (Tour D)
ORANJESTAD, ARUBA
Experience three of Aruba’s top attractions. The tour begins as we drive to the interesting ecological venue, the Butterfly Farm.
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Seaworld Explorer Semi-Submarine (Tour C)
ORANJESTED, ARUBA
On this tour we shall see the wreck of the Antilla – the largest wreck in the Caribbean – a 135-metre (440-feet) German freighter destroyed during World War II. The huge ship lies on her side in 18 metres (60 feet) of water where it is only partially submerged.
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Atlantis Submarine (Tour B)
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!We will journey to a mysteriously sunken aeroplane or the Danish sailboat Mi Dushi I’, plus the coaster The Morgenster.
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Sailing & Snorkelling (Tour A)
ORANJESTAD, ARUBA
We 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
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Bottom Fishing & Coastal Cruise (Tour K)
ST JOHNS, ANTIGUA
We shall be greeted on the quayside by our guide for the tour and escorted a short walk to our awaiting 36 feet Twin Vee Catamaran. From here we shall be powered on an exhilarating enjoyable boat ride to Paradise Reef just off the Northwest coast, one of Antigua’s best locations for fishing and snorkelling
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Cricket legends (Tour J)
ST JOHNS, ANTIGUA
Departing from the quayside we shall be driven to the Antigua Recreation ground, home of four existing cricket world records, for a guided tour of the ground. The ground, known locally as the ARG, became cricket’s 52nd Test venue in 1980-81 when it hosted England in a test match marked by a century from the island’s most famous sporting son, Sir Vivian Richards.
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Swimming with Stingrays (Tour H)
ST JOHNS, ANTIGUA
Staff will assist us to play, feed and swim with the tame stingrays. The waters are only 3-6 feet deep, so even non-swimmers can enjoy the rays.The amazing animals will surprise us with their gentleness
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Castaways Beach Escape (Tour G)
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 can 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 of Jolly Harbour on the West Coast of the island.
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Helicopter Flight Over Montserrat (Tour D)
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!
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Tropical Delight Catamaran Cruise (Tour B)
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.
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Spectacular Antigua (Tour A)
ST JOHNS, ANTIGUA
Antigua has a beautiful 26 square kilometres (10 square miles) National Park in which lies the famous English Harbour and Nelson’s Dockyard.
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St John's Jeep Safari (Tour C)
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 Landrover jeep. Hold on to your hats for this fun-filled, off-road adventure!
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Curacao See & Sea (Tour A)
WILLEMSTAD, CURACAO
We will enjoy a narrated tour of the coral reefs along the south coast of the island. Just offshore is a wall dropping sharply to the depths of several hundred feet
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Trolley Train Tour (Tour F)
WILLEMSTAD, CURACAO
Experience the beauty of Curaçao on a tour that takes you through historic Willemstad. Our tour will begin at Fort Amsterdam where we shall join the trolley train.
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Curacao Swim with a Dolphin (Tour C)
WILLEMSTAD, CURACAO
This wonderful tour offers us a rare opportunity to swim and play with a beautiful bottlenose dolphin.
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Curacao Dolphin Encounter (Tour D)
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 (Tour B)
WILLEMSTAD, CURACAO
Our tour boat meets us at the dock. We pass the floating pontoon footbridge – built across the harbour channel in 1888 to connect the two sides of the town – before continuing along the coastline of Curaçao
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Aruba See & Sea (Tour F)
ORANJESTAD, ARUBA
Experience the full beauty of Aruba on a tour that takes us around the island and under the sea! Our journey begins at the pier, where a bus will transport us to another pier to board a transfer boat to take us to the Seaworld Explorer.
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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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Curacao - Beach Break (Tour E)
WILLEMSTAD, CURACAO
Departing the pier by boat, we will be transferred to Van der Valk Beach; en route we can watch the scenery of the harbour and coastline pass by.
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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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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 -
Tortola Dolphin Encounter (Tour F)
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.
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A Day at Nelsons Dockyard (Tour I)
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.
Braemar
Elegant and captivating describes the atmosphere that abounds on Braemar. She is perfectly suited for warm weather cruising and continues to attract plaudits.
After her major refit and lengthening procedure, Braemar will feature over eighty passenger cabins and suites with balconies. She will also become the second of our ships to feature a pub, which will, on occasion, also offer entertainment in the form of a late night comedian or jazz.
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Cruise Details
- ID: BM218
- Departs: 22 December 2008
- From: Miami, Florida
- Save up to: 45%
- Prices from £2,105
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