Unforgettable Cruise Adventures Filled with Bonus Amenities and Perks from YOUR TRAVEL ADVISOR DV DISTINCTIVE VOYAGES
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2019 · 2020 Unforgettable Cruise Adventures Filled With Bonus Amenities And Perks From YOUR TRAVEL ADVISOR DV DISTINCTIVE VOYAGES DV DISTINCTIVE VOYAGES HOSTED CRUISE COLLECTION With the Distinctive Voyages program, Our agency’s vast cruising experience our goal is to make every cruise you extends beyond the voyage itself - with book through our agency as special our exclusive hotel program, SELECT as possible by providing you with Hotels & Resorts, we have curated a complimentary amenities you’ll find collection of over 1,200 of the world’s nowhere else. most distinguished premium properties. In this edition, our agency is pleased to By extending your voyage at one of offer an unprecedented 544 Distinctive our SELECT Hotels & Resorts, you Voyages cruise departures. As you read will soon find yourself enjoying VIP- through these pages, you’ll find some of worthy privileges and special amenities. them showcased, along with a sampling Included throughout this edition we of our exclusive shore events and have included many incredible hotel recommendations for pre- and post- options to choose from. cruise hotels. For a complete listing of all our Distinctive Voyages sailings, In other words, simply leave your please turn to page 84. entire journey in our capable hands—from flights and transfers, Each exclusive Distinctive Voyages to hotels, show tickets and even departure includes: dinner reservations—we are here to make your next cruise vacation the • Services of a best ever! Distinctive Voyages Host • Invitation to a Private Welcome Reception • Exclusive Shore Event that will truly connect you to your destination • Suprise and Delight Amenity to celebrate sailings of 14+ nights CONTACT OUR AGENCY TO BOOK YOUR DREAM CRUISE TODAY. SANTORINI, GREECE DISTINCTIVE VOYAGES Introduction OUR AGENCY HAS OVER 540 DEPARTURES ON 10 CRUISE LINES — ALL OFFER EXCLUSIVE AMENITIES YOU WON’T FIND ANYWHERE ELSE. SANTORINI, GREECE Contact our agency today DISTINCTIVE VOYAGES 1 DV DISTINCTIVE VOYAGES DV DISTINCTIVE VOYAGES CONTENTS 08 CHECK OUT OUR DISTINCTIVE VOYAGES HOSTED SAILINGS AROUND THE WORLD DISTINCTIVE AFRICA & MIDDLE EAST 04 VOYAGES BENEFITS 26 08 WORLD CRUISES 32 ALASKA 14 RIVER CRUISES 38 ASIA & INDIA 20 UNITED STATES & CANADA 44 CARIBBEAN 2 DISTINCTIVE VOYAGES Introduction 14 32 26 68 50 NORTHERN EUROPE & BALTICS 76 SAILINGS BY DATE 56 MEDITERRANEAN MEXICO, CENTRAL & 62 SOUTH AMERICA OCEANIA & ON THE COVER: 68 THE SOUTH PACIFIC SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA Contact our agency today DISTINCTIVE VOYAGES 3 B E N E F I DV DISTINCTIVE T S VOYAGES 4 DISTINCTIVEDISTINCTIVEDISTINCTIVE VOYAGESVOYAGESVOYAGES UnitedIntroductionIntroduction States & Canada Contact our agency today DISTINCTIVE VOYAGES 5 DV DISTINCTIVE VOYAGES DV DISTINCTIVE VOYAGES BENEFITS The Distinctive Voyages Host For novices and experts alike, every cruise is filled with questions: Where is the gym? How much should I tip the staff? Where should we eat when we are in port? On a Distinctive Voyages cruise, you’ll always have the answers you need 1 thanks to your Distinctive Voyages Host. Carefully selected because they know the ship and itinerary inside and out, our knowledgeable hosts will personally take care of you throughout your voyage, providing expert advice and guidance whenever you need it. The Private Welcome Reception Occurring early in your cruise, the Private Welcome Reception is your introduction to the other passengers in your Distinctive Voyages group. These acquaintances will soon become fast friends, as you’ll see them throughout your 2 journey. The reception will be organized by your Distinctive Voyages Host, who will discuss your ship’s itinerary, review the details of your Exclusive Shore Event and answer any questions you might have. It’s a wonderful way to begin your cruise adventure. The Exclusive Shore Event Guided by local experts, our Exclusive Shore Events are specially chosen excursions that will help you connect to your destination in unforgettable ways. Some cruise lines may offer similar excursions, but our Distinctive 3 Voyages Shore Events include personalized experiences that make them special. Plus, our groups tend to be smaller, which leads to a more relaxed and enjoyable experience. 6 DISTINCTIVE VOYAGES Introduction Private Car & Driver Break away from the crowd and enjoy a personal tour with a private car and driver. This unique amenity includes the option to choose between a pre-selected itinerary, a customized itinerary based on your interests, or a shipboard credit 4 to use at your discretion. Available only on select luxury cruise lines (Azamara Club Cruises, Crystal Cruises, Oceania Cruises, Regent Seven Seas Cruises, Seabourn Cruise Line and Silversea Cruises) this special amenity replaces the Exclusive Shore Event with an unforgettable excursion that is yours to enjoy. Look for this icon to find sailings that include a Private Car & Driver. NEW! Surprise & Delight Amenity Our Surprise & Delight Bonus Amenity is a special reward for those embarking on select Distinctive Voyages sailings of 14 nights or longer on the following 5 luxury cruise lines: • Azamara Club Cruises: Enjoy a private wine pairing session with the sommelier • Crystal Cruises: Enjoy a flower bouquet and gourmet chocolates delivered to your suite • Oceania Cruises: Private wine tasting event • Regent Seven Seas Cruises: Private fireside chat with one of the onboard lecturers while enjoying cocktails and canapes • Seabourn Cruise Line: $100 shipboard credit per person • Silversea Cruises: $100 shipboard credit per person Look for this icon to find sailings that include the Surprise & Delight Bonus Amenity. The Culinary Collection Our culinary-themed sailings are ideal for food and wine enthusiasts. Each unique departure, aboard a premium and luxury cruise line, celebrates a world of epicurean delights and features demonstrations from world-renowned chefs, 6 cooking classes, galley tours, wine and spirit tastings and delightful meals focused on regional cuisine. Look for this icon to find sailings that are part of the Culinary Collection. Contact our agency today DISTINCTIVE VOYAGES 7 DV DISTINCTIVE VOYAGES DV DISTINCTIVE VOYAGES WORLD CRUISES SAIL THE SEVEN SEAS world cruise is the ultimate way to travel the globe. Sit back and relax as you cruise from A port to port, and let the world unfold in unimaginable ways. Seven continents and five oceans waiting to be explored. And while the destinations are the highlight of any cruise, on these sailings you’ll find your days at sea no less inspiring, with lectures and classes, entertainment and fine dining galore. Itineraries and length of sailings vary widely—some world cruises are as short as a month, while others last well over 100 days—but what they all have in common is the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience everything the world has to offer. MUST SEE MUST DO • Walk among the mysterious stone heads of Easter Island • Enjoy a performance at the iconic Sydney Opera House • Visit a Balinese countryside estate to see how coffee is produced 8 DISTINCTIVE VOYAGES WORLD CRUISES FEATURED SAILINGS WORLD CRUISES Turn to page 76 for a full list of World Cruise Distinctive Voyages TURN TO PAGE 12 FOR PRE/POST HOTEL OPTIONS FOR THE SAILINGS BELOW: 01 · 22 · 2020 89-Day Full World Cruise Epic Empires & Idyllic Isles Crystal Serenity Los Angeles to Rome 01 · 04 · 2020 57-Day Grand World Voyage Amsterdam Fort Lauderdale to Auckland 04 · 29 · 2020 30-Day World Cruise Polynesian Pathways Seabourn Sojourn Sydney to San Francisco Contact our agency today DISTINCTIVE VOYAGES 9 FEATURED EXCLUSIVE SHORE EVENT BEGUILING BALI BEGUILING BALI Singapadu Village and Neka Art Museum with Lunch Explore the rich cultural heritage, traditions and daily life of the Balinese people during this exclusive shore event. You’ll visit the traditional Balinese village of Singapadu, where you’ll enjoy a guided walk before taking a scenic drive to the luxurious Maya THIS EXCLUSIVE SHORE EVENT CAN BE ENJOYED ON THE FOLLOWING SAILING: Ubud Resort for a delicious lunch. In the afternoon, you’ll visit the Neka Art Museum, where you’ll find a magnificent art collection displayed in a Balinese-style garden compound. As you return to port, you’ll stop at Negari Plantations, a lush countryside estate, to watch traditional methods of coffee production. 01 · 22 · 2020 89-Day Full World Cruise Epic Empires & Idyllic Isles Crystal Serenity Images: p. 8-9: Crystal Serenity, Mo’orea, French Polynesia; this page top: Monkey Forest; Los Angeles to Rome this page right: Traditional coffee making; right: Pura Ulun Danu Beratan 10 DISTINCTIVE VOYAGES WORLD CRUISES Contact our agency today DISTINCTIVE VOYAGES 11 FEATURED PRE-CRUISE HOTELS WORLD CRUISES PRE-CRUISE HOTEL 89-Day 2020 Full World Cruise - Epic Peninsula Beverly Hills Empires & Idyllic Isles • 100 USD hotel credit (excludes retail) • Complimentary continental Departing breakfast for two daily 01 · 22 · 2020 • Early check-in / Late check-out • Upgrade upon arrival* From • Complimentary Wi-Fi LOS ANGELES PRE-CRUISE HOTEL 57-Day Grand W Fort Lauderdale World Voyage • 100 USD Food & Beverage or Departing spa credit • Complimentary breakfast for 01 · 04 · 2020 two daily • Early check-in / Late check-out* From • Upgrade upon arrival* FORT • Complimentary Wi-Fi LAUDERDALE PRE-CRUISE HOTEL 30 Day-World Cruise Radisson Blu Plaza Polynesian Pathways Hotel Sydney Departing • 50 AUD Food & Beverage credit 04 · 29 · 2020 • One night valet parking • Complimentary buffet breakfast for two daily From • Early check-in / Late check-out*