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Thursday, March 1, 2012

A voyage to remember ‘Titanic’ aboard Marco Polo

PRESS RELEASE

1 March 2012

A voyage to remember ‘Titanic’

To commemorate the anniversary of the Titanic sinking 100 years ago Cruise and Maritime Voyages (CMV) has a special 7 night cruise discovering Britain’s maritime heritage. CMV’s Marco Polo sails from London Tilbury on the 10 April tracing the starting points of Titanic’s maiden voyage and ports associated with the famous liner. Titanic experts including David Lawrence and David Scott-Beddard will lecture on board and a special exhibition of Titanic and maritime memorabilia is included in the fare from £449pps.
Managing Director of CMV Richard Bastow, said “This one-off cruise will explore the history of Titanic’s maiden voyage and all the lecturers on board will be British maritime heritage experts. We’re also collating an exciting exhibition of over 150 White Star Line artefacts, including some original Titanic memorabilia.”
Highlights of the exhibition include a Titanic lifeboat plaque, a poster advertising the Titanic sailing and a lettercard from the rescue ship Carpathia containing a written poem from a survivor. There will also be memorabilia from other British Lines including Canadian Pacific, Orient Line, Royal Mail Lines, Shaw Savill and Union Castle in the exhibition to give a broader maritime heritage theme.
Every day of the cruise will have ‘The Line (or Ship) of the Day’ and to continue the British Maritime Heritage theme, each night the dining room will feature selected dishes from an original menu of that specific historic liner. In addition to the lecture programme there will be an ocean liner heritage quiz running throughout the cruise with a prize to be awarded on the last day, along with a memorabilia raffle.
After sailing down the Thames, you will cross to Cherbourg in France, then on to Cobh in Ireland, where 100 years ago passengers joined Titanic at both ports on her ill-fated sailing. The ship cruises off the Old Head of Kinsale (close to Cobh) where another great ocean liner Lusitania was lost after a German U-Boat attack. You will stay overnight in Cobh (Cork) which in April 1912, when it was called Queenstown, was the final call Titanic made before setting sail for America.

Belfast is the next call where passengers have the opportunity to visit the Titanic Quarter and the local authorities are laying on a special event for Marco Polo passengers to mark the occasion. The next call is Liverpool (Pier Head) where there is a new Titanic exhibition in addition to the old headquarters of the White Star Line the owners of Titanic. In Liverpool an 80 strong choir will join the ship to mark this unique visit with a special performance.

There is also more information on CMV TV www.cruiseandmaritime.tv/themed-cruises/british-maritime-heritage.html

The price is per person based on two people sharing an inner cabin on a full board basis with afternoon teas, lectures and entertainment. Gratuities of £5pp per night are not included.

For more information, contact Triton Cape Sea Travel on 021 4439030 or email info.nclsa@galileosa.co.za
Please Note:

The recent increases in the cost of oil particularly in the past month have had a significant impact on the operating costs of the CMV cruise fleet.

Due to escalating Brent Crude Oil prices , we have reluctantly taken the decision to impose a fuel supplement of GBP£5.00 per passenger per night with a maximum supplement of GBP£120.00 per person for all new bookings taken effective from Thursday 1st March 2012.

We would reiterate that this non-commissionable fuel supplement applies only to all new bookings and at this time , no surcharge will apply to existing passengers booked.

Tuesday, February 28, 2012

NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINE TO INTRODUCE MODERNO CHURRASCARIA FLEET-WIDE

NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINE TO INTRODUCE
MODERNO CHURRASCARIA FLEET-WIDE

Line introduces ability to pre-book reservations for specialty restaurants fleet-wide

MIAMI – February 27, 2012 – Norwegian Cruise Line is enhancing dining options for guests by introducing its signature Brazilian-style steakhouse on board additional ships in its fleet. Moderno Churrascaria first debuted on board the line’s newest ship, Norwegian Epic, and was the first dining concept of its kind at sea. Because of positive guest feedback and popular demand, Norwegian is now offering this unique dining experience on eight Freestyle Cruising ships. The company is also introducing the ability for guests to pre-book dining reservations for specialty restaurants fleet-wide.

Moderno Churrascaria offers guests a whole new experience in dining at sea. This Brazilian “Churrascaria” or steakhouse, boasts a delicious salad bar filled with appetizers, gourmet vegetables, soups, salads and more. The experience is not only delicious, it is also interactive. As guests dine on a feast of salad bar selections, they are greeted by passadors who serve generous amounts of various beef, lamb, pork, chicken and Brazilian sausage tableside. For a cover charge of $20 per person, guests can enjoy a salad bar, filled with an array of gourmet options, as well as an unlimited amount of the mouth-watering meats.

Moderno Churrascaria is currently available on board Norwegian Epic, Norwegian Dawn, Norwegian Jade, Norwegian Sun and Norwegian Pearl. Norwegian Gem will be outfitted with this unique restaurant in late February, followed by Norwegian Jewel in March and Norwegian Star in April of 2012.

Guests wishing to dine at Moderno Churrascaria or any of the line’s specialty restaurants now have the opportunity to pre-book their reservations before they cruise. With the introduction of a fleet-wide dining reservations system, guests cruising within 45 days on any Norwegian ship can plan and pre-pay for their specialty dining choices in advance.

About Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Cruise Line is the innovator in cruise travel with a 45-year history of breaking the boundaries of traditional cruising, most notably with the introduction of Freestyle Cruising which has revolutionized the industry by allowing guests more freedom and flexibility.
Today, Norwegian invites consumers to “Cruise Like a Norwegian” on one of its 11 purpose-built Freestyle Cruising ships, providing guests the opportunity to enjoy a relaxed cruise vacation on some of the newest and most contemporary ships at sea. The Company has two 4,000-passenger vessels, Norwegian Breakaway and Norwegian Getaway, on order for delivery in April 2013 and April 2014.

Norwegian’s largest and most innovative Freestyle Cruising ship, Norwegian Epic, debuted in June 2010 and has been named “Best Overall Cruise Ship” by the readers of Travel Weekly. Norwegian Cruise Line is the official cruise line of Blue Man Group, appearing for the first time at sea on Norwegian Epic, as well as the official cruise line of Legends in Concert, Second City® Comedy Troupe, Howl at the Moon Dueling Pianos, Gibson Guitar, and Nickelodeon, the number-one entertainment brand for kids. Cirque Dreams™ & Dinner is also featured on board Norwegian Epic as the first show of its kind at sea under a big top.

Monday, February 27, 2012

Black Watch voted Best Small Ship for Entertainment

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ Black Watch voted
‘Best Small Ship for Entertainment’ in the
2012 Cruise Critic ‘Cruisers’ Choice UK Awards’

17th February 2012

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is pleased to announce that its 804-guest cruise ship Black Watch has been voted ‘Best for Entertainment’ in the 2012 Cruise Critic ‘Cruisers’ Choice UK Awards’ (Small Ships Category), having been awarded an impressive 4.3 out of a total of 5 for its onboard entertainment. The Cruise Critic ‘Cruisers’ Choice Awards’ are based entirely on cruisers’ opinions of UK cruise lines, and its members said of Black Watch that her staff “consistently went the extra mile”.

Nathan Philpot, Sales and Marketing Director for Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, said:

“This is great news, and we would like to thank all the Cruise Critic members who voted for us. This important accolade, voted for by genuine cruisers, builds upon our award of ‘Best Live Performance’ for the world-renowned OperaBabes in the ‘Cruise International Awards 2011’, which were also voted for by cruise fans.

“We are proud to be attracting some of the best entertainment around on board our cruise ships, from Boney M to The Osmonds, and our guests clearly appreciate the efforts that we go to attract the most impressive talent available today.”

Cruise Critic is the largest online cruise community, with 800,000 members, and the site has almost two million visitors every month.

Cruise Critic Editor in Chief, Carolyn Spencer Brown, said:

"Unlike other awards, our ‘Cruisers' Choice Awards’ are based exclusively on ratings provided by cruisers – the people whose opinions matter the most. The awards honour the ships rated the highest by cruisers in terms of service, value, facilities and accommodation."

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines was previously voted ‘Best for Solo Cruisers’ in the third annual Cruise Critic ‘2011 Editors' Picks Awards’.

Thursday, February 16, 2012

NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINE EXPANDS FLEET FITNESS PROGRAM

NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINE EXPANDS FLEET FITNESS PROGRAM

Guests can cruise and stay fit with exclusive TRX® Suspension Training® classes



Norwegian Cruise Line is expanding its fitness program by offering a one-of-a-kind fitness experience, TRX Suspension Training® classes across its fleet of Freestyle Cruising ships. The group exercise classes, currently only available on board Norwegian Epic, will be available fleet-wide by the end of February. Fitness enthusiasts can experience a total body workout on board without having to put their gym routines on hold while setting sail to popular cruise destinations such as Alaska; Bahamas & Florida; Bermuda; the Caribbean; Europe; and Hawai’i.

A popular fitness trend, the TRX Suspension Training® classes encompass strength training with adjustable resistance straps and allow participants, of any age and fitness level, to perform exercises that build core strength and power; increase flexibility; and enhance balance and mobility. The classes are held four times a week on seven-day sailings and are $20 for a single class or $60 for four classes.

Norwegian continues to offer guests the optimal experience to maintain a healthy lifestyle while on vacation with the first rappelling wall at sea and climbing wall. A variety of exercise classes are also available fleet-wide including cycling, nutritional consultation, Pilates, yoga and personal training sessions. The fitness centers on board most ships feature treadmills, cross trainers, extensive weight and cardiovascular equipment, free weight areas, stretching areas and aerobic studios.

Thursday, February 9, 2012

CAPE TOWN to SOUTHAMPTON 2013

Fred Olsen Cruise Lines

CAPE TOWN to SOUTHAMPTON 2013

Cruise INDIA, DUBAI & THE PERSIAN GULF and EGYPT & THE MEDITERRANEAN aboard BLACK WATCH

02 FEBRUARY – 31 MARCH 2013

56 nights from GBP6, 049 (R73, 800*) cruise only
Up to GBP450 per cabin On Board Spend*


Black Watch will cruise from Cape Town in February 2013 on an epic voyage across the Indian Ocean to India, Dubai, the Persian Gulf and Egypt & the Mediterranean to Southampton to complete Fred.Olsen’s 2013 Around Africa cruise.

Embark at Cape Town on 02 February 2013 to sail on 03 February after an overnight stay and relax into the unique traditional British and Norwegian Fred.Olsen style developed over 150 years of Fred. Olsen sea-going experience. Settle into Black Watch, a classic and spacious ocean voyager of sweeping sun decks and open spaces.

Visit the dynamic city-states of Bahrain and Dubai, historic Oman and the antiquities of Egypt from Safaga and Alexandria

56 nights via India, the Persian Gulf, Egypt & the Mediterranean

Cruise the Indian Ocean to India

Cape Town – Mossel Bay – Port Elizabeth – Durban – Reunion – Port Louis, Mauritius – Male, Maldives – Cochin, India – Goa, India – Mumbai, India

Cruise the Persian Gulf and Arabian Peninsula ..

Bahrain City, Bahrain – Dubai, UAE – Fujairah, UAE - Muscat, Oman – Salalah, Oman

Cruise Egypt, Suez and the Mediterranean to Southampton ..

Aqaba, Jordan – Safaga, Egypt – Sharm-el-Sheikh, Egypt – cruise Suez Canal – Alexandria, Egypt – Kusadasi, Turkey – Piraeus (Athens), Greece – Valletta, Malta – Gozo, Malta – La Goulette (for tours to Tunis) – Gibraltar – Cadiz, Spain – Southampton

Inside cabins from GBP6, 049 (R73, 800*) Outside cabins from GBP7, 099 (R86, 610*),
Suites from GBP 10, 849 (R132, 360*)

Call your Travel Agent for a brochure or call Triton Cape Sea Travel as resellers in South Africa for Fred.Olsen Cruise Lines on 021 443 9030

• Fares correct as at 06 February 2012. Subject to availability at time of booking and exchange rate fluctuations

Wednesday, February 1, 2012

Star Cruises clinches Best Asia Cruise Experience award

Star Cruises clinches Best Asia Cruise Experience award

Hong Kong, 26 January, 2012 –

Star Cruises, the leading cruise line operator in Asia-Pacific, is pleased to announce that Star Cruises
was recently named “The Best Asia Cruise Experience” in Porthole Cruise Magazine’s 2012
Editor-in-Chief Awards. The accolade from the US-based publication highlights the cruise
industry’s recognition of Star Cruises’ outstanding services and achievements.

Porthole Cruise Magazine is a well-established cruise travel publication in the US with
16 years of operations. The magazine and its online media components are estimated to reach
more than 41 million with each of its bimonthly issue.

In the same awards, Norwegian Epic’s awesome tube slide “Epic Plunge” was named “The Best Water Feature”.

About Star Cruises
Star Cruises, together with Norwegian Cruise Line, is the third largest cruise operator
in the world that owns a combined fleet of 18 ships visiting over 200 destinations in the world,
offering approximately 35,000 lower berths.

The fleet cruises to over 200 destinations and islands in Asia-Pacific, North and South America, Hawaii,
Caribbean, Alaska, Europe, Mediterranean and Bermuda.

Tuesday, January 31, 2012

NORWEGIAN EPIC RECOGNIZED AS ‘BEST OVERALL INDIVIDUAL CRUISE SHIP’

NORWEGIAN EPIC RECOGNIZED AS ‘BEST OVERALL INDIVIDUAL CRUISE SHIP’

To celebrate, Norwegian offers guests a bottle of bubbly

Norwegian Cruise Line is raising a glass to Norwegian Epic’s recognition as “Best Overall Individual Cruise Ship” in Travel Weekly’s 2011 Readers Choice Awards, one of the most prestigious awards in the travel industry. Norwegian Epic, the line’s newest and most innovative ship, was selected by readers for offering a product and service that excelled and stood out as the industry’s best. To celebrate, guests who book a cruise on Norwegian Epic between January 29, 2012 and February 5, 2012 will receive a complimentary bottle of sparkling wine in their stateroom upon embarkation.

Through April 7, 2012, Norwegian Epic is sailing seven-day voyages to the Eastern Caribbean from Miami with stops in Philipsburg, St. Maarten; St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands; and Nassau, Bahamas, along with three relaxing days at sea. On April 14, 2012, Norwegian Epic embarks on an 11-day Transatlantic cruise from Miami to Barcelona with a stop in Ponta Delgada, Azores. From April 29 through October 14, 2012, the ship sails seven-day Western Mediterranean cruises from Barcelona, Spain. Ports of call include: Naples, Rome (Civitavecchia) and Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Italy; Cannes and Provence (Marseille), France.

Norwegian Epic offers the ultimate in Freestyle Cruising with more than 20 dining options; the largest suite complex at sea: The Haven by Norwegian; award-winning staterooms for solo travelers; world-class entertainment featuring Blue Man Group, Legends in Concert, Nickelodeon and Cirque Dreams® and Dinner and much more.

Guests can take advantage of this special incentive in addition to the “Norwegians Take it to the Next Level” sales event, where new reservations made now through March 31, 2012, can receive same category upgrades, reduced deposits and e-coupons worth up to $400 in on-board savings for sailings taking place before December 31, 2012. With these coupons, guests can splurge on some of the most popular amenities at sea. Once booked and checked in online, guests will receive electronic coupons for spa treatments, internet minutes and a complimentary dinner in a specialty restaurant.

To take advantage of this offer on Norwegian Epic, contact your travel agent.