Orient Lines has built on its announcement of the 25 new European ports added to next year's itineraries with the new 2006-7 Worldwide Cruise Holidays brochure. The new brochure is enhanced by inspirational ports of call and the added elements of adventure and discovery. A range of optional excursions and a variety of activities are also available in each port of call.
This latest brochure gives travel agents exclusive new itineraries and the opportunity to sell more cruises to even more destinations than ever before. And, with a starting price of just £599 per person, Orient Lines continues to demonstrate just how committed it is to providing travel agents with the chance to sell great value itineraries. Special fares and upgrades are also available on selected itineraries booked before 28 February 2006.
The far-flung and exotic itineraries across the globe stretch from the stunning landscapes of Africa, new for 2006, to the ice-flecked oceans, prolific wildlife and awe-inspiring beauty of Antarctica where Marco Polo's cruises are renowned. The rich culture and long illustrious history of these destinations highlights Orient Lines' standing as 'the Destination Cruise Specialists'. As well as activities for those seeking adventure, there is also an emphasis on 'life long learning', with an impressive line up of on-board lecturers, who will give an insight into the history, culture and traditions of the ports of call visited.
Highlights of the 2006/7 brochure include:
· Early booking benefits - Book before 28 February 2006 and guarantee an up-to 4-category upgrade on selected cruises, as well as Free Connecting Flights or Free Car Parking or Free Coach Transfers. Plus, if you are celebrating a special occasion, a Free Celebration Package worth £55
· Polo Club Members - Free bottle of wine per cabin and an exclusive invitation to the Polo Club VIP cocktail party
· Extend your stay - For those guests wishing to see even more of a destination, add a new dimension to your cruise holiday with a land-based stay enabling guests to explore multiple destinations at their own pace and travel agents to sell much more than a cruise. As the acknowledged Destination Cruise Specialists with more than 10 years experience, Orient Lines prides itself on these fascinating destinations. Split into four distinct areas the Orient Lines brochure highlights:
Scandinavia, Russia & Iceland
Experience the exhilarating fjords of Norway, where sheer cliffs and plunging waterfalls give way to green meadows and pretty villages. Discover Iceland, its wild landscapes and tremendous lakes and waterfalls. Enjoy a two-category upgrade on the 7-night Russia, Stockholm & The Baltics cruise from £899 per person. Departing on 11 July 2006 cruise from Copenhagen in Denmark to St Petersburg in Russia before heading to Tallinn (Estonia), and Stockholm (Sweden).
Mediterranean
In the sun-kissed days of Spring and Autumn, Marco Polo heads to the Mediterranean. Enjoy the beautiful coastlines and chic resorts of the Riviera and Amalfi Coast. The 7-night Mediterranean Highlights cruise costs from just £599 per person. Visit the whitewashed ports, pavement cafés and art galleries and revel in the variety of cultures in the Mediterranean. Or cruise from Athens on the 7-night Venice & the Eastern Mediterranean fly-cruise. Departing on 18 October 2006, this cruise costs from £649 per person and visits some fascinating ports of call including Split and Dubrovnik in Croatia. Guests can also enjoy a two category upgrade.
South America & Antarctica
As the winter falls in the northern climes, Marco Polo crosses the southern ocean to South America, where bright sunshine, vibrant colours and intoxicating musical rhythms add warmth and colour to tropical days. Don't miss the holiday opportunity of a lifetime to cruise south beyond Cape Horn to Antarctica. The White Continent is a fascinatingly beautiful and inspiring region of the world with dramatic snow-covered landscapes and prolific wildlife on land and sea. Guests will benefit from a four category upgrade on the 17-night Falkland Islands & Antarctica cruise expedition which costs from £2,999 per person and departs from Argentina on 18 December 2006.
Egypt, Africa & Transatlantic
Safari is the Swahili word for journey and the journey of a lifetime is just what Orient Lines' Africa cruises have in store for guests. Amidst the teeming wildlife, blazing sunsets and endless plains guests can combine their cruise with an African safari package that features some of the most renowned game reserves in the world. Visit Kenya and the Amboseli National Park on the
Southern Africa Cruise before heading south to the Mombasa to pick up Marco Polo and cruise south to Cape Town. The 20-night cruise-tour costs from £2,649 per person. Escape before the festive period next year and enjoy a 27-night Africa & South America cruise from just £2,499 per person. This fascinating cruise gives you the chance to see Cape Town before embarking onboard Marco Polo which cruises to South America.
"Cruises on board Marco Polo are about the destinations, whether it is the Mediterranean, Iceland or further a field," commented Francis Riley, General Manager of Orient Lines UK. 'With these itineraries we have responded to the demand for exploration and adventure. An Orient Lines cruise continues to reflect the market desire for life-enriching holidays at affordable prices with the ambience and the service she is renowned for. As the leader in specialist itineraries, an increase in bookings and continued popularity, Orient Lines is proud to offer these exciting itineraries in 2006-7.
For further information contact reservations on 0845 658 8050 or log on to www.orientlines.co.uk
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