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All the best cruise deals and all in the one place October 2017 Family Cruising Close to Home What’s New Luxury River in Cruising & Ocean Cruising 245 Blenheim Road, Christchurch 03 963 7000 or 0508 30 40 50 [email protected] www.hcbtravel.co.nz What’s new in Cruising Cruising is huge – and it’s growing all the time. As more and more Kiwis discover the appeal of travelling to exotic destinations on a luxurious ship, the cruise operators are unveiling some exciting innovations to keep you coming back. Here are a few of the latest developments to tempt you onboard. For those who love the appeal of masts and canvas, the new Unique experiences and destinations are also on the menu. If you’re generation of all-suite mega-yachts from companies such as a wildlife fan, consider one of Silversea’s ornithology expeditions to Windstar Cruises combine the time-honoured traditions of sailing Alaska or the Galapagos – available on Silver Explorer, Silver Galapagos with state-of-the-art power systems. Or if you’d like to take a peek and Silver Discoverer. Luxury cruising is coming to the Antarctic, while under the waves, the underwater passenger lounge on Ponant’s latest small ship specialists are taking travellers to environmental hotspots ship will give you a dolphin’s eye view of the sub-aquatic world. such as West Papua. Imagine snorkelling with the whale sharks that congregate in Cenderawasih Bay, the Bay of the Birds of Paradise. Celebrity Cruises® has introduced the Magic Carpet, a cantilevered platform that moves up and down the ship’s 16 decks. The tennis These days, staying in touch with friends and family stuck on land court-sized platform repositions itself at four of the ship’s decks – and even fellow passengers at sea – is easier than ever with more to offer a different experience at each level. Other cruise lines are cruise lines providing WiFi services. Charges will vary according to bringing out their own onboard attractions, including infinity pools, cruise lines. At the very least, this will make it easier to post those glass-enclosed viewing decks and dedicated culinary centres. “Having a wonderful time” pictures on social media! Cover Image: Royal Caribbean International’s newest Oasis Class Megaliner, Harmony of the Seas® 2 Contents Page 5 Close to home with P&O Cruises Page 6 Escape with Princess Cruises® Page 7 Live Life Big with Royal Caribbean® Page 8 Norwegian Cruise Line® MSC Cruises Page 9 Classic Cruising with Holland America Line Page 10 Modern Luxury with Celebrity Cruises® Page 11 Azamara Club Cruises® – A Richer Experience Page 12 Windstar Cruises American Queen Steamboat Company Voyages to Antiquity Page 13 UnCruise Ponant Page 14 Luxury River & Ocean Cruising Page 15 Cruise in Casual Luxury with Avalon Page 16 The road less travelled with APT Page 17 Exclusively Crystal Page 18 Viking is reinventing Ocean Cruising Page 19 Uniquely Cunard Page 20 All inclusive Europe with Regent Seven Seas Cruises Page 21 Intimate & Personal with Silversea Page 22 Unique cruises with Seabourn Page 23 Your world with Oceania Cruises® Terms & Conditions Page 24 Air New Zealand 3 Cruising close to home – and with kids A cruise can be fun for all ages, including kids. And when the children are enjoying themselves, chances are the parents are having a great time too. The new generation of cruise ships are designed to appeal to families, Then there’s the not-to-be-overlooked educational aspect of travel. with plenty of onboard activities to make every day a holiday. As well as traditional deck games such as mini golf and quoits there are exciting A Pacific cruise provides the opportunity for children to meet and make alternatives such as laser tag. Movies are available at all hours and friends with playmates from different backgrounds and countries. Port dedicated gamers can be pointed in the direction of the ship’s visits and exotic islands will stimulate the imagination, while the range gaming lounge for their daily quotient of screen time. of cuisines onboard can introduce their taste buds to new experiences. Some cruise operators go the extra mile to entertain kids with onboard Best of all, it’s easy for families to access, with a huge choice of aqua parks and a range of activities themed around popular kids TV cruises every year in our South Pacific backyard. Days in port allow characters. For more organised activities, there are supervised Kids’ you to enjoy plenty of snorkelling and beach time, and you’ll only Clubs serving all age groups. need to unpack your suitcases once. Your home will be a comfortable cabin or family suite onboard a floating resort where every need is catered for. Unpack, relax and enjoy! 4 AT A GLANCE Type Ocean Cruising Style Couples, Groups & Friends Rating ««« Dress code Casual/Cocktail/Party Nights Gratuities Optional Close to home with P&O Cruises Pacific Island Fiji Discover Tongan Hopper Encounter Vanuatu Discovery 9 night cruise 8 night cruise roundtrip 10 night cruise roundtrip 10 night cruise roundtrip roundtrip from Auckland from Auckland visiting from Auckland visiting from Auckland visiting visiting Noumea, Lifou, Suva, Port Denarau Noumea, Mare, Lifou, Suva, Port Denarau, Port Vila & Mare & Dravuni Island Port Vila & Mystery Island Vava’u & Nuku’alofa INCLUDES: 9 night RECEIVE A INCLUDES: 8 night RECEIVE A INCLUDES: 10 night RECEIVE A INCLUDES: 10 night RECEIVE A cruise; main meals $ cruise; main meals $ cruise; main meals $ cruise; main meals $ & entertainment NZ 250 & entertainment NZ 250 & entertainment NZ 250 & entertainment NZ 250 CASHBACK CASHBACK CASHBACK CASHBACK onboard; port charges PER CABIN* onboard; port charges PER CABIN* onboard; port charges PER CABIN* onboard; port charges PER CABIN* & government fees. & government fees. & government fees. & government fees. DEPARTS: 25 Apr 2018 – Pacific Jewel. DEPARTS: 17 May 2018 – Pacific Jewel. DEPARTS: 3 Jul 2018 – Pacific Jewel. DEPARTS: 24 Jul 2018 – Pacific Jewel. $ * $ * $ * $ * f r o m 1479 f r o m 1209 f r o m 1729 f r o m 1449 Per person, twin share, Cat IF Interior Stateroom. Per person, twin share, Cat IF Interior Stateroom. Per person, twin share, Cat IE Interior Stateroom. Per person, twin share, Cat IF Interior Stateroom. Airfares Additional. Airfares Additional. Airfares Additional. Airfares Additional. If you’re looking for a holiday that ticks every box – from superb cuisine to unrivalled sightseeing and as much (or as little) action and excitement as Barrier Reef Ultimate New you can handle – then the holiday you’re after is a P&O cruise. From party Discover Guinea Islands nights to the P&O Edge Adventure Park, Kids Clubs to the adults-only Oasis 7 night cruise roundtrip 14 night cruise roundtrip – there’s something fun for everyone. from Brisbane visiting from Brisbane visiting Hamilton Island, Alotau, Madang, Wewak, Cairns (overnight in port) Vitu Islands, Rabaul, & Willis Island Kiriwina Islands, Kitava (scenic cruising) & Conflict Islands INCLUDES: 7 night RECEIVE A INCLUDES: 14 night RECEIVE A cruise; main meals $ cruise; main meals $ & entertainment NZ 250 & entertainment NZ 250 CASHBACK CASHBACK onboard; port charges PER CABIN* onboard; port charges PER CABIN* & government fees. & government fees. DEPARTS: 02 Feb 2018 – Pacific Aria. DEPARTS: 09 Feb 2018 – Pacific Aria. $ * $ * f r o m 889 f r o m 2189 Per person, twin share, Cat ID Interior Stateroom. Per person, twin share, Cat ID Interior Stateroom. Airfares Additional. Airfares Additional. *Terms & Conditions apply: Prices based on P&O’s Value fares for sales until 17 Oct 2017, unless sold out prior. $250 cash back is per stateroom on 7+ night cruises, available on Value Plus & Value fares to Australian & New Zealand residents aged 18 years or over and may only be claimed by the lead guest in the booking on completion of your cruise. Instructions on claiming your cash back will be delivered to your room during your cruise & must be claimed within 12 weeks of completion of your cruise. Lead guest may choose between an EFTPOS/Visa Gift Card or a digital eGift Card at selected retailers. Cards are subject to the terms & conditions of the issuer. See page 23 for further conditions. 5 Escape with ® AT A GLANCE Princess Cruises Type Ocean Cruising Imagine being pampered and waking up each morning to a brand new, stunning view Style Traditional of the world. That’s just what it’s like on a Princess cruise. Well-appointed ships boast all the Rating «««« amenities you’d expect from a land-based holiday and more, including many choices of Dress code Smart Casual+Formal Gratuities Not Included restaurants and live entertainment. 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