News from Buy The Sea for July '08
Check out the latest cruise and resort news:
News from Ponant Cruises:
The new Super Levant (max capacity 264 double occupancy) has several unique itins in 2010. Among them are two FIVE NIGHT charter opportunities in May – one to the French Riviera r/t Nice and one to Croatia r/t Venice. There are several great seven nighters to choose from as well. Take a look at the deck plan and the accommodations on this unique yacht. Rates in USD and extremely affordable for a luxury product.
News from Seabourn:
Seabourn (200 pax) has the following unique charter opportunities for 2010 in the Caribbean:
Seabourn Legend
March 11 - 15, 2010 (4 day)
March 10 - 15, 2010 (5 day)
St. Thomas Round-trip
Charter Rate: $97,000 net per diem
4-Day Charter Total Price = $388,000 net total
5-Day Charter Total Price = $485,000 net total
Government Fees: Additional $50 per person
(one time fee, not per day)
The itinerary can be customized for charter. Port options include St. John, St. Croix, St. Barts, St. Martin, Antigua, Guadaloupe, St. Kitts, Nevis, Virgin Gorda and Martinique.
News from Grand Velas Resorts:
Many of you are familiar with Grand Velas Nuevo Vallarta (Puerto Vallarta) – but get ready because soon there will be a new kid on the block. Grand Velas Riviera Maya will have a soft opening in May 2009. This 494-all suite spa and conference resort is going to be gorgeous! Expect a five-diamond, leading hotels of the world all-inclusive experience. Click here for details and let us know if you’d like a full proposal.
News from Crystal Cruises:
MORE POSH PENTHOUSES PLANNED FOR ULTRA-LUXURY CRYSTAL SERENITY
Crystal Cruises is increasing the number of luxurious Penthouse accommodations on its award-winning Crystal Serenity. During a two-week dry dock beginning November 12, the luxury line is converting 12 category AA Deluxe Staterooms with Verandahs on Deck 10 into eight Penthouses. While most cruise lines have been increasing the size of their cruise ships, Crystal is actually decreasing Crystal Serenity’s guest capacity.
Crystal Serenity’s richly appointed 403-square-foot Penthouses boast personal butler service, large private verandah, sizeable living area, bar stocked with complimentary wine and choice of liquor, Jacuzzi® tub and separate shower, walk-in closet, flat screen television, DVD and CD player, Riedel glassware, and complimentary pressing. In addition to 24-hour in-stateroom dining from the Crystal Dining Room, Penthouse guests can order from the specialty restaurants, including signature dishes from Nobu and Piero Selvaggio, during dinner hours.
Following the conversion, Crystal Serenity will feature 72 Penthouses (category PH), as well as 32 Penthouse Suites (PS) and four lavish 1,345-square-foot Crystal Penthouses (CP). Four of the new Penthouses can connect with Penthouse Suites.
On both Crystal Symphony and Crystal Serenity, all guest rooms are appointed with such plush amenities as 100% Egyptian cotton sheets, down pillows (and a pillow menu), lavish duvets, feather beds, two hair dryers, fresh fruit and flowers. Large closets house padded and wooden hangers, Frette bathrobes, kimonos, slippers, umbrella, and English mohair lap blankets. Double sinks, make up mirrors, shower and bathtub are standard with every bathroom. Other amenities include laundry and dry-cleaning service twice-daily housekeeping, and complimentary 24-hour in-stateroom dining.
News from Royal Caribbean Cruises:
The two news project Genesis ships will be named Oasis and Allure of the Seas. When launched in late 2009, Oasis of the Seas and her sister will be the largest and most revolutionary cruise ships in the world. Architectural marvels at sea, the pair will span 16 decks, encompass 220,000 gross registered tons, carry 5,400 guests, and feature 2,700 staterooms each. The ships will homeport in Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Additional information is available at www.oasisoftheseas.com.
Our sales team is eager to hear from you:
Shari Wallack
shari@buy-the-sea.com
Caryn Rosenthal
caryn@buy-the-sea.com
Sandy Cohen
sandy@buy-the-sea.com
