Thursday, December 1, 2016

Video Reviews: Amazon Cruise Passenger Interviews & Latest Zika Update


Video Reviews: Amazon Cruise Passenger Interviews & Latest Zika Update
 

Luxury Cruises on the World's Greatest Rivers

Aqua Guests Speak Up

Listen to Why Guests Love Our Cruises In The Amazon

   
We're always so pleased to meet each of our guests as they first come on board our cruiseships. They are so impressive. Sophisticated world travelers,  many of them have been to some pretty fascinating destinations over the years. So when we wanted to ask them about their impressions of cruising with us through the Peruvian Amazon, we were sure we'd hear some interesting perspectives. We were right! 
 
Here are some great impressions to share with your clients...
   
   
   

For Women Only: 2017 Departures 

Book by December 31, 2016

Due to popular demand, we're extending our deadline for booking our new just-for-women cruises! Women on our cruises tell us they just love the variety and diversity of the Aqua Expeditions cruise experience! Don't miss our January and March 2017 special departures just for women! 


   

Zika Update: Peruvian Amazon 

World Health Organization Ends International Emergency Status

The WHO has recently reclassified the status of the Zika virus due, in part, to the much lower rate of infections, death and deformities attributed to Zika since the original health emergency. 


   

Founder-Hosted 2017 Departures 

Introduce Your Clients to Francesco Galli Zugaro

As the visionary behind Aqua Expeditions, on these exclusive cruises, Francesco shares his unique perspective about how to take luxury cruising from an idea to execution, setting new standards within the river-cruising travel and hospitality industry. 

   
   

More About What Our Guests Say...

"A true adventure. Everything on this cruise far exceeded our expectations. Excellent facilities, service reserved for a five-star hotel, food and drink of the highest quality. I am an adventure traveler from way back. When I am traveling the world, I want to see or do something that is unique and different. The Aria Amazon river cruise, is a different type of cruising that takes guests on an adventure not to be forgotten, very different from any others and would definitely go again." 


Maria C. - May 2016  

 

4th Night Free, Reduced Rates and More on the Romantic Islands of Tahiti!

4th Night Free, Reduced Rates and More on the Romantic Islands of Tahiti!
 

The Islands of Tahiti are what you've always imagined the South Seas to be - an idyllic getaway from the stress of the modern world, resembling heaven more than earth. The palm-fringed beaches of Bora Bora are the perfect launch into the striking coral reefs, abundant with colorful marine life. Moorea's deep and spectacular bays are surrounded by green-covered mountains that rise from the bottom of the sea, and the panorama from Belvedere Lookout is breathtaking. Tahiti, the largest island, is for the person who wants to try a little of everything that the modern and natural worlds have to offer.

Enjoy, reward yourself and have a great time with the one you love.

Applicable Sailings/Departures: 
TAHITI
Manava Suite Resort Tahiti
Reduced rates in a Standard room from $1,956
Rate is valid for travel 11/1/16 – 3/31/17

Le Meridien Tahiti
Reduced rates in a Standard room from $2,004
Rate is valid for travel 1/1/7 – 3/31/17

HUAHINE
Maitai Lapita Village – Huahine*
4th Night free and American Breakfast for two in a Garden Bungalow from $2,329
Rate is valid for travel 1/1/7 – 3/31/17

Plus additional packages available for properties in Tahiti, Bora Bora, Moorea, Huahine, Taha'a and Rangiroa!

PACKAGE PRICES ARE PER PERSON AND INCLUDES:
Roundtrip coach airfare from Los Angeles to Papeete on Air Tahiti Nui
Roundtrip land hotel transfers
Roundtrip inter-island airfare from Papeete to Huahine*
Hotel tax

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

Tours operated by Travel Impressions, Ltd.  Rates are per person and based on double occupancy. Blackout, weekend, holiday and peak season surcharges apply. Packages include mid-week roundtrip coach airfare for qualifying seats in "Q" (class of service) on Air Tahiti Nui. Airfare must be ticketed within 7 days after reservation or 120 days before departure whichever is earlier is made in order to protect the fare. All airline taxes and fees including government imposed taxes and fee are included. Prices are based on lowest airfare at time of publication, and can fluctuate daily. Airline baggage fees may apply and will be charged by the airline. Rates and promotions are accurate at time of publication and are subject to changes, exceptions, cancellation charges and restrictions. All advertised savings are reflected in rates. Rates are subject to change based on currency fluctuations. Not responsible for errors or omissions in the posting of this advertisement. Additional higher priced packages available. Valid for new bookings only. Travel Impressions materials (including, but not limited to, names, trademark, service marks, logos, marketing materials, etc.) shall not be used, reproduced, transmitted or distributed in any way, except with the express written consent of Travel Impressions. CST #2029006-20, IOWA #758, Washington UBI #602 425 801

 

Discover Europe with Insight Vacations Exclusive Air & Land Offers

Let us make the magic happen while you seamlessly step into an unforgettable adventure.

BOOKING PERIOD: 09 NOVEMBER 2016 - 12 JANUARY 2017 | TRAVEL PERIOD:
SELECT DEPARTURES, APRIL - OCTOBER 2017

New bookings only. A deposit of up to $550 per person is required within 7 days of booking with full payment by 12 Jan 2017 or 45 days before departure, whichever is sooner. Valid when you add ¹Economy or ²Business Class air (on any airline) to Europe tours. Air offers are only applicable to live air available for purchase at time of booking. ³Applies only to tours featuring the 'Early Payment Discount' (EPD) in the price panel - see the new 2017 brochures for details. EPD does not apply to Luxury Gold Special Events, Special Interest Tours, East Mediterranean product, cruises, rail, mini and City Break tours . All offers: based on availability, do not apply to all tours/departures, and may be withdrawn at any time and without notice. CST No. 20687545-20.

 

1-2-Free Sale PLUS Up to $100 Onboard Credit

Royal Caribbean 1-2-Free Sale PLUS Flash Cyber Sale!

 

1-2-Free Every 3rd Night is Free
â–ª 3-5N – 1 Free Night
â–ª 6-8N – 2 Free Nights
â–ª 9-11N – 3 Free Nights
â–ª 12-14N – 4 Free Nights
â–ª 15-17N – 5 Free Nights
â–ª 18-20N – 6 Free Nights
â–ª 21-23N – 7 Free Nights
â–ª 24N – 8 Free Nights

Kids Sail Free Bonus: Guests 12 & under sail free on 5 nights or longer sailings departing January 5, 2017-February 15, 2018. (Excludes sailings departing on or after, February 16-23, 2017, March 10-20, 2017, April 6-16, 2017, May 16-September 4, 2017, November 16-26, 2017, December 15, 2017-January 5, 2018 as well as China, Alaska itineraries and Harmony of the Seas® sailings.)

Anthem Free Upgrade - Your clients can enjoy balcony accommodations for the price of an Oceanview.

Crown and Anchor Discount* — Crown & AnchorSM Society members will enjoy Balcony and Suite discounts for the tiers above.

Cyber Sale - One week only! From December 1-7, your clients will receive up to an additional $100* to spend at sea!

  • 5-Nights or less
    Interior/Oceanview - $25 OBC per stateroom
    Balcony/Suites- $50 OBC per stateroom
  • 6-Nights or longer
    Interior/Oceanview - $75 OBC per stateroom
    Balcony/Suites - $100 per stateroom
Learn  More
TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

Visit loyaltoyoualways.com for complete Offer terms. *Cruise must be booked Dec 1, 2016-Jan 4, 2017 (the "Offer Period"). Offer applies to cruises that depart on or after Jan 1, 2017. Offer excludes China departures. Free night(s) issued only in the form of a savings applied to the total stateroom cruise fare. Savings based on number of cruise nights: 1 night free for 3-5N cruises, 2 nights freefor6-8N cruises,3 nights free for9-11N cruises,4nights free for 12-14N cruises, 5 nights free for 15-17N cruises, 6 nights free for 18-20N cruises, 7 nights free for 21-23N cruises, and 8 nights free for 24N cruises. The savings amount for each free night is calculated by dividing the total stateroom cruise fare by the number of cruise nights. Savings is deducted from cruise fare at time of booking. Additionally, Kids Sail Free offer provides for free cruise fare of third and higher guests who are 12 years or younger as of cruise departure date, booked in the same stateroom as the first two Offer qualifying guests in a triple or quad occupancy stateroom on 5 nights or longer sailings that depart between Jan. 5, 2017-Feb. 15, 2018. KidsSailFree excludes sailings departing on or between 2/16/17-2/23/17,3/10/17-3/20/17, 4/6/17-4/16/17, 5/16/17-9/4/2017, 11/16/17-11/26/17, 12/15/17-1/05/18, 2/15/18-2/22/18 as well as China and Alaska cruises and Harmony of the Seas sailings. Also, Offer provides for free upgrade from Ocean view to balcony on Anthem of the Seas sailings departing on or after Jan 1, 2017. Free upgrade refers to booking a balcony stateroom for an oceanview stateroom at standard/full fare. Additionally guests with a valid Crown & Anchor Society membership number of Gold or higher status will receive an increased discount for balcony and suite bookings on Anthem of the Seas sailings departing on or after January 1, 2017. When reserving, a valid Crown & Anchor Society membership number must be included in the reservation. Gold, Platinum, Emerald, Diamond, Diamond Plus, and Pinnacle Crown & Anchor Society member will receive an increased balcony and suite discount for making a reservation for an Offer eligible Anthem of the Seas sail date. Offer provides for dollars of determined by loyalty tier and time of sailing for balcony and suite. One offer per stateroom. All other charges for all Offer components, including, but not limited to, taxes, fees and port expenses, are additional and apply to all guests. Cyber sale fare at time of booking. Offer also includes Onboard Credit ("OBC") determined by sailing length and stateroom category booked: $25 OBC per stateroom for interior and oceanview on sailings 5 nights or less, $50 OBC per stateroom for balcony and suite on 5 night sailings or less, $50 OBC per stateroom for interior and oceanview on sailings 6 nights or longer, $75 OBC per stateroom for balcony on 6 night sailings or longer, $100 OBC per stateroom for suite on 6night sailings or longer. OBC is in USD, has no cash value, is non-transferable, not redeemable for cash, and will expire if not used by 10:00 PM on the last evening of the cruise. 1-2-Free Offer is combinable with Kids Sail Free, Anthem Upgrade, Crown & Anchor Balcony & Suite Discount, Next Cruise offers, and Shareholders benefits. Any dollar-o discounts or promotions, such as Crown & Anchor discounts, are applied first, followed by 1-2-Free Offer, which is applied to final balance. Offer is not combinable with restricted rates (for example, Senior Rates, Resident Rates, Military Rates) or any other offer or promotion, including, but not limited to, prior promotions, Standard Group, Interline, Travel Agent, Travel Agent Friends and Family, weekly Sales Events, Net Rates. After the Offer Period, the Offer will be removed from the booking if the guest cancels and reinstates the booking, applies a fare change, or changes the ship or sail date of the booking; certain other changes to the booking may also result in removal of the Offer applies to new, individual and named group bookings confirmed at prevailing rates. Individual reservations can be transferred into an existing group, assuming required criteria are met. Offer available to residents of the United States and Canada. Offer is subject to availability and may change without notice, are capacity controlled, and may be withdrawn at any time. Royal Caribbean International reserves the right to correct any errors, inaccuracies or omissions and to change or update fares, fees and surcharges at any time without prior notice. © 2016 Royal Caribbean. Ships registry: Bahamas. 16053934 • 11/22/2016