Bali and Lombok Cruise: 11 nights in January 2013

 Lombok

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Something for the west coasters! Classic International Cruises is offering this Bali and Lombok Cruise from Perth on the stately and intimate Athena in January 2013. Be warned, there are many sea days on this cruise, but if you want a lot of relaxation at sea, it will be the cruise for you! With only 650 passengers, the Athena is a relaxed and intimate ship and will provide you the opportunity to make friends with your fellow cruisers.The two port stops in Indonesia, Bali and Lombok, will take you a world away with exotic villages and incredible beaches. Bali is a well-known and loved tourist destination, Lombok lesser-known and more untouched. Both will knock your socks off! The cruise stops in at Geraldton, a city in Western Australia, before arriving back in Perth.

Operator: Classic International Cruises
Vessel: Athena
Ports of Call: Perth, Bali, Lombok, Geraldton
Sailing Dates: Departing Wed Jan 2 2013, arriving Sun Jan 13 2013

Cruise Itinerary

Length of cruise: 11 nights

Day 1: Perth, departing Wed Jan 2 14:00
Day 2-4: At sea
Day 5-6: Bali, Sun Jan 6 14:00- Mon Jan 7 23:30
Day 7: Lombok, Tues Jan 8 06:00- 17:00
Day 8-10: At sea
Day 11: Geraldton, 10:00-17:00
Day 12: Perth, arriving Sun Jan 13 10:00



About the Athena:

The Athena is a handsome-looking ship and quite traditional, with a full walk-around deck. Dining has two sittings in the main dining room, or there is a relaxed buffet for eating on your own schedule. Five plush lounges and bars include a show lounge, a nightclub, a cinema and a casino, and there is also a library, card room and internet cafe. Sporting activities are available, as are a pool and sauna. The highlight of the Athena is her small size- with 650 passengers, it is easy to make friends and you will receive attentive and personalised service.

Click here for great deals on the Bali and Lombok Cruise in January 2013!

Roundtrip Hawaii Cruise

Spend a fortnight cruising the islands of Hawaii next January with Princess's Roundtrip Hawaii cruise from Los Angeles. Departing from and returning to Los Angeles, the cruise visits first Hilo, the "big island" of Hawaii. Hugely varied in landscape, and near to the interesting Hawaiian Volcanoes National Park. Next is Honolulu, Hawaii's only major city which offers a wealth of historic, cultural and historic attractions. Excellent surfing beaches also lie beyond the city! Kauai is the fourth largest and oldest island in the group and known as the 'Garden Isle' due to it's lushness of vegetation. The next stop is the island of Maui, where the great warrior King Kamehana made Lahaina his capital city. Maui boasts some of the state's most dramatic landscapes. Before returning to Los Angeles, the cruise calls in at Ensenada, where passengers can enjoy the Mediterranean climate and friendly, colourful atmosphere of Mexico. If you want to see a lot of Hawaii in a period that is less busy and crowded, this is the cruise for you!

 Honolulu

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Cruise Operator: Princess
Vessel: Golden Princess
Ports of Call: Los Angeles, Hilo, Honolulu, Kauai, Lahaina, Ensenada.
Sailing Dates: Departing Wed Jan 4 2012, Returning Wed Jan 18 2012

Cruise Itinerary

Total length: 14 nights

Day 1: Los Angeles, departing 16:00 Wed Jan 4 2012
Day 2-5: At sea
Day 6: Hilo- 09:00-18:00 Mon Jan 9 2012
Day 7: Honolulu- 07:00-23:00 Tues Jan 10 2012
Day 8: Kauai- 08:00-17:00 Wed Jan 11 2012
Day 9: Lahaina- 07:00-18:00 Thurs 12 Jan 2012
Day 10-13: At sea
Day 14: Ensenada- 16:00-20:00 Tues, Jan 17 2012
Day 15: Los Angeles, arriving 07:00 Wed Jan 18 2012


About the Golden Princess

The Golden Princess offers the trademark features of a Princess cruise- Movies Under the Stars, Adults-Only Sanctuary, the Crown Grill restaurant. Choose from Traditional, Casual or Anytime Dining, or splash out on a specialty restaurant. Fill your nights with nightclubs, lounges and shows, and your days with pools, spas, sports, classes and boutique shopping. Princess Cruise ships, made famous by 'the Love Boat' series, are an experience in themselves.

 Golden Princess

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To book a Roundtrip Hawaii cruise at great prices, click here!

L.A to Auckland Cruise in January 2012

Set sail into summer with Seabourn, and make your way into the sunny southern hemisphere in January. This 20-night cruise sprawls across the Pacific from L.A to Auckland, soaking up the sun at many islands along the way. After L.A the first port of call is Nuku Hiva, the largest of the Marquesas Islands in French Polynesia.With a harbour formed by the collapse of a volcano's caldera, it is a stunning spot. Next is another island in the Marquesas- Seabourn's small and intimate ships make visiting these more remote spots possible.These stunning islands are amazing for water sports, so take advantage of Seabourn's retractable Water Sports Marina for snorkelling, jetskiing and the like. From there, the cruise sails to Tahiti, where France meets Polynesia, and mountainous interiors contrast with the friendly city of Papeete. Nearby Bora Bora is the next stop, with idyllic beaches and more watersports or relaxation- as you prefer! Rarotonga, next port of call, is an extremely popular holiday destination for it's white sand and amazing lagoons. After Raro, you will cross the international dateline and jump forward a day, then the cruise leaves the tropics and heads Down Under to friendly and laid-back New Zealand, stopping at the Bay of Islands, which is, as the name suggests, a bay filled with islands and opportunities to explore! The cruise finishes in Auckland, New Zealand's largest city on the shores of the sparkling Waitemata Harbour.

 Hiva Oa

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Lagoon in Rarotonga

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Cruise Operator: Seabourn
Vessel: Seabourn Odyssey
Ports of Call: Los Angeles, Nuku Hiva, Hiva Oa, Papeete, Bora Bora, Rarotonga, Bay of Islands, Auckland
Sailing Dates: Departing Thurs Jan 5 2012, arriving Thurs Jan 26 2012.


Cruise itinerary

Total length: 20 nights

Day 1: departing LA 17:00 Thurs Jan 5 2012
Day 2-7: at Sea
Day 8: Nuku Hiva- 08:00- 17:00 Thurs Jan 12 2012
Day 9: Hiva Oa- 08:00-17:00 Fri Jan 13 2012
Day 10-11: At sea
Day 12: Papeete- 08:00-18:00 Mon Jan 16 2012
Day 13: Bora Bora- 08:00-18:00 Tues Jan 17 2012
Day 14: At sea
Day 15: Rarotonga- 08:00- 13:00 Thurs Jan 19 2012
Day 16: Cross international dateline
Day 17-20: At sea
Day 21: Bay of Islands- 08:00-18:00 Wed Jan 25 2012
Day 22: Auckland- Arriving 08:00 Thurs Jan 26 2012


About the Seabourn Odyssey

Seabourn is a luxury line- accomodating just 450 guests in 225 suites, the Seabourn Odyssey will amaze. Everything onboard is included, that means alcohol and gratuities, and service is personalised- just ask and your fridge will be stocked with your favourite beverages, or a cold drink will be delivered to you. The staff will come to know your name and your preferences- this is an amazing way to cruise! The ship makes it easy to while away any number of days at sea- there are 4 restaurants, or the option of dining in your suite- again, these are all included in your cruise price. Look out over the deep blue on the observation deck, practice your putting in the Retreat, relax at the Spa, swim in the pool, play in the Card Room, take in a show, lecture, demonstration or movie in the Grand Salon, or chill out on the Sun Terrace. In warm-water destinations, guests can enjoy the Water Sports Marina when anchored- this retractable playground gives guests access to sailing, water-skiing, kayaking, banana boating, and a steel-mesh enclosure for safe swimming.

All in all, a Seabourn cruise is a notch above the big lines- all-inclusive prices, luxurious suites, personal service- unforgettable.

 Seabourn Odyssey

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To book an LA-Auckland cruise in January 2012, click here!

Western Mediterranean Cruise in January 2012

Most wouldn't think of a Med cruise in January- it is certainly colder, but much less crowded, and if serious sightseeing in the beautiful cities of Spain and Italy is what you want to do, this is the cruise for you. Pack some layers and enjoy a slightly different type of holiday! This 10-night cruise departing from Naples and finishing in Southampton has plenty of interesting ports of call to keep you occupied. First one is Civitavecchia, the port of Rome where you can see the incredible Colloseum and toss a coin in the Trevi fountain and eat some pizza and pasta to keep warm. The next stop is Palma on the island of Majorca, a sophisticated hotspot, and then on to Valencia on mainland Spain.Valencia, the country's 3rd-largest city, is known for it's pavement cafes and Paella. The art and architecture here is amazing, so take some time to look around, and visit the new "City of Arts and Sciences." The ship will then take you to several more of Spain's beautiful and historic cities- Almeria and Cadiz. The next stop is Lisbon, Portugal's capital. All of these ports offer endless options for things to see and do, so be prepared to be busy! Disembark in Southampton, UK- home to the great ocean liner tradition.

Palma Cathedral

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Cruise Operator: P&O Cruises
Vessel: Adonia
Ports of Call: Naples, Civitavecchia, Palma, Valencia, Almeria, Cadiz, Lisbon, Southampton
Sailing Dates: departs Tues Jan 3rd 2012, returns Fri Jan 13 2012

Cruise Itinerary


Total length: 10 nights

Day 1: Naples, departing 21:00 Tues Jan 3 2012
Day 2: Civitavecchia- 7:30-19:30 Wed 4 Jan 2012
Day 3: At sea
Day 4: Palma- 08:00-18:00 Fri Jan 6 2012
Day 5: Valencia- 08:00-17:00 Sat Jan 7 2012
Day 6: Almeria- 09:00-17:00 Sun Jan 8 2012
Day 7: Cadiz- 08:00-16:30 Mon Jan 9 2012
Day 8: Lisbon- 09:00-17:00 Tues Jan 10 2012
Day 9-10: At sea
Day 11: Southampton, arriving 06:00 Fri Jan 13 2012



About the Adonia


The smallest in the P&O fleet, the Adonia offers an intimate cruising experience.With only 710 passengers, you will find it a sociable and interesting cruise and are likely to make new friends! The ship is Adults only, a blessing for those looking for some quiet on their cruise! Adonia was built in 2001 and as such is modern and well appointed. She has intimate entertainment and dining venues and a gorgeous Crow's Nest bar which offers great views by day and live music at night.

Adonia

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To get a great deal on this Western Mediterranean cruise in January, click here!

Transatlantic Crossing in January 2012

Have you ever considered a transatlantic crossing? A grand tradition, crossing the Atlantic is more about the ship than the ports of call as it is a non-stop voyage. Don't think it boring though- you will follow in the footsteps of the great liners of the past and have the opportunity to truly make the most of Cunard's incredible ships over a relaxing 8 days at sea. Also take the chance to explore the ports of embarkation and disembarkation. New York is the city many dream about living in or merely exploring- the city of fashion, culture, shopping, art and highrises. Sailing past the Statue of Liberty is an amazing experience. Across the deep blue, Southampton awaits you with it's fine maritime history, trendy Ocean Village marina development and enormous Southampton Common. Transatlantic crossings hark back to an era of luxurious and unhurried travel. Be a part of it!

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Cruise Operator: Cunard
Vessel: Queen Mary 2
Ports of Call: New York, Southampton
Sailing Dates: Departs Tues Jan 3 2012, Arrives Tues Jan 10 2012

Cruise Itinerary


Total length: 7 nights

Day 1: Depart New York 17:00 Tue Jan 3 2012
Days 2-7: At sea
Day 8: Arrive Southampton 06:30 Tue Jan 10 2012








About the Queen Mary 2


The grandest, most magnificent ocean liner ever built. The legacy and timelessness of the Cunard line lives on in the Queen Mary 2. Experience the White Star service and enjoy the modern trappings of this impressive liner- pools, spas, dance hosts, entertainers, a casino and 24hr room service. Continuing the grand tradition of the golden era of liners, the Queen Mary 2 has the largest ballroom at sea, and a promenade deck for a stately turn or two around the ship. Spend the week enriching your mind with the extensive programme of lectures and classes, or spend the whole day in the spa before an unforgettable formal evening of exquisite food and real ballroom dancing. Cunard has the transatlantic crossing down to a fine art.

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Check out Cruise Sale Finder to book a Transatlantic Crossing for January 2012!

Panama Canal Cruise in January 2012

Make some serious tracks with this 14-night Panama Canal cruise taking you from Florida to California with some beautiful stops in between! Leaving Fort Lauderdale, you will sail to Aruba in the beautiful Dutch Antilles, an island with lovely coves and beaches and a colourful and interesting history. Next port of call is Cartagena, a Colombian city on the Caribbean coast with a lovely walled colonial city and a beachfront strip with bars, restaurants and entertainment which will make your port visit amazing. The ship then traverses the Panama Canal, one of the great engineering feats of the 20th century. After switching from the Atlantic to the pacific, you will stop at Fuerte Amador, a manmade peninsula extending into the Pacific. from here you can take tours and go into Panama City. The final stop before L.A is Puntarenas, Costa Rica- the land of lush rainforest, majestic mountains and white sand coastlines. Here you can visit the colourful city or take excursions inland to see the stunning Costa Rican landscape. Then enjoy the relaxing sea days and explore the many facilities of the ship as you make your way to Los Angeles.

 Aruba

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Cruise Operator: Princess Cruises
Vessel: Coral princess
Ports of Call: Aruba, Cartagena, Panama Canal, Fuerte Amador, Puntarenas.
Sailing Dates: Departs Tues, Jan 3 2012, Arrives Tues Jan 17 2012.

Cruise Itinerary

Total length: 14 nights


Day 1: Fort Lauderdale- departing 17:00 Tue Jan 3 2012
Days 2-3: At sea
Day 4: Aruba- 07:00-12:30 Fri Jan 6 2012
Day 5: Cartagena- 09:00-13:00 Sat, Jan 7 2012
Day 6: Panama Canal- 05:00-16:30 Sun, Jan 8 2012
Day 7: Fuerte Amador- 08:00-18:00 Mon Jan 9 2012
Day 8: At sea
Day 9: Puntarenas- 7:00-19:00 Wed Jan 11 2012
Days 10-14: At sea

Day 15: Los Angeles- Arriving 07:00 Tues Jan 17 2012




About the Coral Princess

Princess cruises was made famous by the Love Boat series in the 70s and has become one of the world's favourite cruise lines. One of only 2 Panamax Princess ships, meaning ships that can pass through the Panama canal, she is full of dining and entertainment options. Most staterooms aboard have ocean views and a great features include the 'Movies Under The Stars' theatre and New Orleans-style restaurant, firsts in the Princess line. For the kids there are Kids Clubs, and the Sanctuary is a tranquil haven for the adults. The Coral Princess won't disappoint!

 Coral Princess

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To book a Panama Canal Cruise for January, have a look here!

Antarctice Peninsula Cruise in January 2012

Hankering for an adventure? Why not try a cruise to Antarctica? This adventure of a lifetime is a great idea for a January cruise, as it is the height of summer in the southern hemisphere, meaning you will experience 24-hour light and not dark! This 10-night cruise on Silversea's luxurious Silver Explorer sails from Ushaia in Argentina and explores the Peninsula. Itineraries are not fixed as the captain will decide what works best with the weather- but expect to see a lot of wildlife including whales, seals and orcas, marvel at the glaciers and white landscapes of the southern continent, and go ashore in rubber boats to be greeted by the locals- penguins. A cruise in Antarctica is an experience not to be forgotten, and you will be amazed by the corners of our incredible world that most never have the chance to see. After 5 days of unforgettable exploring and sightseeing, it is back through the Drake Passage to Ushaia and reality.

Lemaire Channel

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 Penguins in Hope Bay

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Cruise Operator: Silversea
Vessel: Silver Explorer
Sailing Dates: Tues Jan 3- Fri Jan 13 2012

Cruise Itinerary:
Day 1: Ushaia- Departing 17:00 Tues Jan 3 2012
Days 2-3: Navigating Drake Passage
Days 4-8: Exploring the Antarctic Peninsula
Days 9-10: Navigating Drake Passage
Day 11: Ushaia Arriving 08:00 Fri Jan 13 2012

About the Silver Explorer:
Purpose built for explorations like this, the Silver Explorer has a strengthened hull and ice-class notation for navigating Antarctic waters. her fleet of Zodiac boats allows guests to go ashore where there is no set landing place and a team of experts will educate and stimulate you to learn about the environment you are seeing.

Although the surroundings may be rough, the interior of the ship is nothing but luxury. Well appointed suites, exquisite dining- and even thought the Silver Explorer is a smaller and more intimate ship, it has many of the features that larger ships boast- a show lounge, casino, multiple dining venues, spa and fitness facilities. Pricing is all-inclusive, and this means 24-hour room service, shore excursions and fine wines, beers, champagne, spirits and any other beverages at no added cost. A Silversea cruise is a real taste of the finer things in life.



To book this incredible Antarctic Peninsula cruise in January 2012 at a great price, click here!