Wednesday, August 25, 2010

River Boat Cruises in China

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River boat cruises in China are essentially limited to the great Yangtze River. Rising in the Tibetan Palteau and traversing the width of China before emptying into the East China Sea near Shanghai, the Yangtze -at 3915 miles- is the third longest river in the world, behind the Amazon and Nile rivers. Historically, the Yangtze marks the division between North and South China.

While there are

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Tuesday, August 24, 2010

River Boat Cruises in Europe

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Europe has the most developed and extensive river boat sector in the world. River boat cruises are offered along the Danube, Main, Rhine, Moselle, Rhone, Saone, Seine and Douro rivers. Competition is brisk and the selection wide. Uniworld Boutique River Cruises, AMA Waterways, Viking River Cruises and Avalon Waterways, in addition to many smaller companies, all have numerous vessels plying Euro

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Friday, August 13, 2010

Paradise on Sale

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French Polynesia is definitely on my list of must-see places. It is said to be exquisitely beautiful, often cited by returning visitors as the most beautiful place they have ever been. One of these days...

How about you? Have you dreamed of sailing around the Society Islands, feeling the warm sun on your face, sinking your feet into the white powder sand, swimming in the clear, clean water?

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Wednesday, August 11, 2010

Legendary Journeys

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Regent Seven Seas Cruises is offering some remarkable savings on segments of its 2011 World Cruise on Seven Seas Voyager. Dubbed "Legendary Journeys", these sailings offer remarkable ports of call for those with the necessary time and resources.

Guests will enjoy 2-for-1 cruise fares plus additional bonus savings of up to $3000 per person, in addition to the all-inclusive amenities always o

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Tuesday, August 10, 2010

Celebrity's August Promo Is In Full Swing

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Celebrity is currently running a nice promotion for its Fall/Winter season in the Caribbean. From now through August 14th, book a veranda, Concierge Class or AquaClass® stateroom, or a suite for a Caribbean vacation, and you’ll receive up to a $200 onboard credit per stateroom. The credit can be used toward a large number of on board options.

The Solstice, the Eclipse, and the Summit wi

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Monday, August 9, 2010

Maybe Magic Really Does Exist

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It is being reported today that the crew of the Disney Magic rescued 18 Algerians stranded at sea in the early morning hours last Friday.

While sailing from Gibraltar to Barcelona, the crew of the 2400 passenger vessel heard radio communications between two other ships engaged in the search. The Disney Magic joined t

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Thursday, August 5, 2010

Viking Enters the Southeast Asia Market

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Viking River Cruises, the world's leading river boat cruise company, has announced a new itinerary along the Mekong River for 2011. While this does not entail the introduction of a new vessel on the river, it does mark the entry of the major supplier into the region.

Viking will partner with Pandaw River Cruises, chartering their ship RV Tonle for the season. This partnership will bring Viking's e

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Wednesday, August 4, 2010

Queen Victoria On Sale

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If you have given any thought to sailing on Cunard's Queen Victoria in 2011, now is the time to consider booking that trip. Today marks the first day of Cunard Lines' three day sale of Queen Victoria's 2011 debut sailings in the Americas. The sale ends August 6, 2011.

Book one of these voyages during this limited three day window and enjoy the following benefits:

1. Savings of

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