Sunwear Sale Right Now
September 4, 2008 on 1:28 pm | In Adventure Travel, Africa, Alaska, Alberta, Antigua Barbuda Anquilla, Aruba Bonaire Curacao, Bahamas, Barbados, Beachbooker, Belize, Bermuda, British Columbia, California, Canada, Caribbean, Cayman Islands, Central America, Chicago, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominica, Dominican Republic, East Coast, Florida, French West Indies, Great Lakes, Grenada, Haiti, Hawaiian Islands, Jamaica, Labrador, Los Angeles, Manitoba, Miami, Midwest, Montserrat, NWT, New Brunswick, New England, New York City, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, Nunavut, Ontario, Orlando, PEI, Pacific Northwest, Plains States, Puerto Rico, Quebec, Rockies, Sailing, San Diego, San Francisco, Saskatchewan, Scuba Diving, Southwest, Spa Resorts, Sports Travel, Spring Break, St. Kitts Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Maarten, Surfing Resorts, Tennis, Texas, The Keys, The South, Toronto, Trinidad Tobago, Turks Caicos, USA, Virgin Islands, Yukon | Comments Off
Tourist Guide Booking Tool
September 4, 2008 on 9:40 am | In Adventure Travel, Afghanistan, Africa, Alaska, Albania, Alberta, Algeria, Andorra, Angola, Antigua Barbuda Anquilla, Argentina, Aruba Bonaire Curacao, Asia, Australia, Austria, Bahamas, Bahrain, Baja, Barbados, Beachbooker, Belgium, Belize, Benin, Bermuda, Bhutan, Bolivia, Borneo, Bosnia, Botswana, Brazil, British Columbia, Brunei, Bulgaria, Cabinweb, Cabo, Cambodia, Cameroon, Canada, Cancun Cozumel Yucatan, Caribbean, Cayman Islands, Central America, Chad, Chicago, Chile, China, Colombia, Comores, Congo, Cook Islands, Costa Rica, Crete, Croatia, Cruise Boats, Cuba, Cyprus, Czech, Denmark, Djibouti, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Dubai, East Coast, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Estonia, Ethiopia, Europe, Fiji Islands, Finland, Florida, France, French West Indies, Gabon, Gambia, Germany, Ghana, Great Lakes, Greece, Grenada, Guam, Guatemala, Guyana, Haiti, Hawaiian Islands, Honduras, Hungary, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Ivory Coast, Jamaica, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Korea, Kuwait, Labrador, Laos, Las Vegas, Latvia, Lebanon, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Lichtenstein, Lithuania, London, Los Angeles, Luxwmbourg, Madagascar, Malawi, Malaysia, Maldives, Mali, Malta, Manitoba, Marianas, Marshall Islands, Mauritania, Mauritius, Melanesia, Mexico, Miami, Micronesia, Middle East, Midwest, Moldova, Monaco, Mongolia, Montenegro, Montserrat, Morocco, Mozambique, Myanmar, NWT, Namibia, Nepal, Netherlands, New Brunswick, New Caledonia, New England, New South Wales, New York City, New Zealand, Newfoundland, Nicaragua, Niger, Nigeria, Northern, Norway, Nova Scotia, Nunavut, Oman, Ontario, Orlando, Outdoors, PEI, Pacific Islands, Pacific Northwest, Pakistan, Palestine, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Paris, Peru, Philippines, Plains States, Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Qatar, Quebec, Queensland, Reunion, Road Trips, Rockies, Romania, Rome, Russia, Rwanda, Samoa, San Diego, San Francisco, Saskatchewan, Saudia Arabia, Scotland, Senegal, Serbia, Seychelles, Sharjah, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, Solomon Islands, Somalia, South Africa, South America, South Australia, Southwest, Spain, Sri Lanka, St. Kitts Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Maarten, Sudan, Suriname, Swaziland, Sweden, Switzerland, Sydney, Syria, Tahiti, Taiwan, Tanzania, Tasmania, Texas, Thailand, The Keys, The South, Togo, Tonga, Toronto, Trinidad Tobago, Tunisia, Turkey, Turks Caicos, Uganda, Ukraine, United Kingdom, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Venezuela, Victoria, Vietnam, Virgin Islands, Wales, Western, Yemen, Yugoslavia, Yukon, Zaire, Zambia, Zanzibar, Zimbabwe | Comments Off
Explore Egypt with a tourist guide
Hailed as “the travel service innovation of 2008″ by the Irish Times
OurExplorer facilitates with ease the on-line booking of professional tourist guides from all over the world. Save time and money while you explore your next destination with the wisdom and guidance of a local.
Have you ever thought whilst visiting a new destination, “I wonder where the locals eat, drink, fish, ski, shop or party?” OurExplorer suggests its time for us all to stop simply sight-seeing but rather start exploring with the local wisdom and knowledge of a professional tourist guide.
OurExplorer has launched a new travel concept in BETA, a user-rated tourist guide booking tool created exclusively for your personal travel needs.
As the global financial crisis still looms, OurExplorer can save travellers hassle and money by getting the maximum out of their overseas adventure with a private tourist guide.
Enjoy the insight of the best shopping and value for money dining experiences in a city, directly from a native. Some tourist guides are currently offering special discounted rates and free tour hours on OurExplorer.
OurExplorer promote professional tourist guides only. Pre booking, the traveller can view their experience, license, past client testimonials or even chat with the tourist guide.
OurExplorer launched in July 2008 with now over 400 private tourist guides covering more than 80 countries worldwide — making it the biggest professional tourist guide directory in the world and growing all the time!
Make your trip overseas unique and full of adventure.
You book your flight and accommodation on-line, why not your tourist guide?
Get a tourist guide for land (city guide, mountain guide) or sea (diving guide).
Purpose of OurExplorer:
1. To help tourist guides increase their income thereby benefiting the local community - especially those in poor countries e.g. Kenya, Mexico and Cambodia.
2. Increase cross cultural awareness and acceptance via direct connection with locals e.g. people in USA get the chance to understand those in Pakistan and Israel
“Perhaps travel cannot prevent bigotry but it can introduce the idea that if we try and understand each other, we may even become friends,” said Mahatma Gandhi.
“Less than 9.7% of overseas travelers interact in meaningful discussion with a local,” according to the Tourism 2020 Vision reported by WTO.
The IMF concluded in March 2007 that “direct support of independent local businesses when you travel has the most positive results on local economy”.
“Rather than just donating money, OurExplorer is a sustainable long term solution to help low income families globally,” said David Cunningham (Chief Exploring Officer).
Silversea 2009 Silver Sailings Savings
September 2, 2008 on 10:57 am | In Alaska, Antigua Barbuda Anquilla, Aruba Bonaire Curacao, Asia, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Beachbooker, Belize, Bermuda, Cabo, California, Canada, Cancun Cozumel Yucatan, Caribbean, Cayman Islands, Central America, Chicago, Costa Rica, Cruise Boats, Cuba, Denmark, Dominica, Dominican Republic, East Coast, Europe, Finland, Florida, France, French West Indies, Germany, Great Lakes, Greece, Grenada, Haiti, Hawaiian Islands, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Jamaica, London, Los Angeles, Malta, Mexico, Middle East, Monaco, Montenegro, Montserrat, Netherlands, New South Wales, New York City, Norway, Paris, Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Rome, Russia, San Diego, San Francisco, Saudia Arabia, Scotland, South America, Spain, St. Kitts Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Maarten, Sweden, Sydney, Tahiti, Texas, The Keys, The South, Toronto, Trinidad Tobago, Turks Caicos, Ukraine, United Kingdom, Virgin Islands, Wales | Comments Off
Ultra luxury Silversea Cruises has launched its Silver Sailings Savings programme for 2009, offering special savings of up to 50 per cent for a limited time on selected 7-18 day all-inclusive voyages including some sailings during Prince Albert II’s inaugural season in Polynesia.. From South America, Alaska, the South Pacific and the Caribbean to Northern Europe, the Mediterranean and the Far East, sailings onboard Silversea’s intimate, all-suite vessels offer the very best in ocean travel.
Cruise in pampered Silversea luxury aboard Silver Shadow on an 18 day voyage departing 11 April 2009 from Sydney to Singapore via Hayman Island, Komodo Island, Bali, Semarang and Karimunjawa Archipelago, enjoying a saving of 30 per cent. All-inclusive cruise-only fares start from US$$10,496* per person, double occupancy.
Be one of the first to experience a South Pacific sailing onboard world-class expedition ship Prince Albert II. Savings of up to 40 per cent are available across all accommodation categories on a series of 10-15 day Polynesian voyages between March and September 2009. All-inclusive cruise-only fares start from US$3537* per person, double occupancy, for ten day Papeete to Papeete sailings departing 31 March, 5 May, 3 August, 7 and 28 September, via Raiatea, Maupihaa and Huahine in the Society Islands and Tikihau, Rangiroa, Apataki, Arutua and Fakarava in the Tuamotu Archipelago.
Experience the best of the Mediterranean by taking advantage of a 50 per cent saving on a 7 day cruise on Silver Whisper departing Rome on 6 June 2009 for Monte Carlo, with calls in Portovenere, Barcelona and Cannes. All-inclusive cruise-only fares start from US$$3,247* per person, double occupancy. Alternatively combine three consecutive 7 days voyages departing from Barcelona to Athens on 20 June and enjoy a spectacular 21 day voyage through the Mediterranean US$13,339* per person, double occupancy.
On 1 March 2009, sail in a luxurious Vista Suite aboard Silver Cloud for 15 days from Rio de Janeiro to Barbados via Grenada and French Guiana and enjoy a saving of 50 per cent. All-inclusive cruise-only fares start from US$$5,497* per person, double occupancy.
Kick off 2009 in style with a 10 day cruise between Port Louis and Cape Town via Madagascar departing 3 January 2009 on Silver Wind. All-inclusive cruise-only fares start from US$$4,917* per person, double occupancy – a saving of 40 per cent.
The Silversea fleet offers the luxury and elegance of a private yacht and the services of a five-star hotel, with distinctive European styling and a convivial atmosphere amongst well-travelled, international guests. Fares are all inclusive with all ocean-view suite accommodation, complimentary wines, champagnes and spirits, and guests can dine at their leisure in a choice of four gourmet restaurants. The friendly Silversea service is renowned and all gratuities are included.
*Port charges, government fees and taxes are additional. All costs are based on per person, double occupancy. Subject to availability. Savings are available for a limited time only.
Silversea Cruises is recognized as an innovator in the luxury segment, offering guests large-ship amenities aboard four intimate vessels, Silver Cloud, Silver Wind, Silver Shadow, and Silver Whisper, all designed to offer an atmosphere of all inclusive conviviality and casual elegance. With the addition of the regal expedition ship Prince Albert II in 2008, the company’s itineraries encompass all seven continents.
Silversea Cruises has announced major dry-dock refurbishments are planned for its 296-guest sister ships Silver Cloud and Silver Wind to bring their interiors in line with the style of its newest ship, the 540-guest Silver Spirit (scheduled for delivery in December 2009). For Silver Wind , the month-long refurbishment will take place this November and Silver Cloud’s in May 2009.
Silversea has for the past four consecutive years been named Best Cruise Line by readers of Australia’s Luxury Travel and Style magazine. For nine consecutive years, Silversea has been named “Number One Small Ship Line” in the Readers’ Choice survey conducted by Conde Nast Traveler magazine in the USA and in 2007 was the only cruise line named in the UK edition of Condé Nast Traveller’s “Top 100 Luxury Travel Experiences” at the same time topping the Small Cruise Line award for the eighth time. Silversea has been selected as “World’s Best Small Ship Line” in the US Travel + Leisure readers’ poll for the past eight years, and “Best Luxury Cruise Operator” twice in the TravelWeekly Asia Industry Awards, 2007 and 2008.
Crystal 2009 Value Collection Cruises
August 31, 2008 on 9:44 am | In Adventure Travel, Africa, Alaska, Antigua Barbuda Anquilla, Aruba Bonaire Curacao, Asia, Australia, Bahamas, Bangladesh, Barbados, Beachbooker, Belize, Bermuda, Brazil, British Columbia, Canada, Caribbean, Cayman Islands, Central America, China, Cook Islands, Costa Rica, Cruise Boats, Denmark, Dominica, Dominican Republic, East Coast, Europe, Fiji Islands, Florida, France, French West Indies, Germany, Grenada, Haiti, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Italy, Jamaica, Japan, Korea, Labrador, Laos, London, Los Angeles, Malaysia, Maldives, Malta, Miami, Middle East, Monaco, Montenegro, Montserrat, Myanmar, Netherlands, New Brunswick, New Caledonia, New South Wales, New York City, New Zealand, Newfoundland, Northern, Norway, Nova Scotia, Ontario, PEI, Pacific Islands, Panama, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Quebec, Queensland, Rome, Russia, San Diego, San Francisco, Scotland, Singapore, South America, Spain, Sri Lanka, St. Kitts Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Maarten, Sweden, Sydney, Tahiti, Taiwan, Thailand, The Keys, Toronto, Trinidad Tobago, Turks Caicos, USA, Ukraine, United Kingdom, Victoria, Vietnam, Virgin Islands, Wales | Comments Off
Crystal Cruises announced its 2009 Value Collection sailings that offer savings of up to 50 percent off regular cruise fares. With the launch of each year’s new itineraries and fares, the line identifies cruises that can benefit from pricing incentives in all stateroom categories. While typically offered on shoulder season dates and repositioning cruises, for 2009, Crystal is expanding its Value Collection to more than a dozen sailings of seven to 17 days through the Panama Canal, South America, the Mediterranean, Western Europe, New England and Canada, Caribbean and the Amazon, as well as Atlantic and Pacific Ocean crossings.
“With Value Collection, travelers can enjoy Crystal’s superb service and luxurious amenities at significant savings,” said Bill Smith, Crystal’s senior vice president of sales and marketing. “This offers a great opportunity to experience Crystal Cruises and understand why we’ve been voted World’s Best by travelers more than any other cruise line, hotel or resort.”
Itineraries offering savings of up to 50 percent in 2009 follow. Panama Canal/Caribbean/Amazon, Feb. 16, Miami to Los Angeles, 14 days, from $3,595 on Crystal Symphony; May 7, Los Angeles to Miami, 16 days, from $4,995 on Crystal Serenity; Nov. 22, round-trip Miami, seven days, from $2,480 on Crystal Serenity; Nov. 22, Miami to Manaus, 13 days, from $3,990 on Crystal Symphony; Nov. 29, Miami to Caldera, 11 days, from $3,775 on Crystal Serenity; and Dec. 10, Caldera to Miami, 11 days, from $3,775 on Crystal Serenity.
In the Mediterranean and Western Europe, eligible cruises are: June 2, Lisbon to Venice, 12 days, from $5,070 on Crystal Serenity; and June 7, Rome to London, 12 days, from $4,360 on Crystal Symphony.
New England and Canada voyages offered in the Value Collection are: Oct. 1, Boston to Montréal, seven days, from $2,575 on Crystal Symphony; and Oct. 30, Montréal to New York, 11 days, from $3,835 on Crystal Symphony.
Specially priced ocean crossings are: March 9, Los Angeles to Hong Kong, 17 days, from $3,690 on Crystal Symphony; May 23, Miami to Lisbon, 10 days, from $3,540 on Crystal Serenity; and Nov. 12, Lisbon to Miami, 10 days, from $3,540 on Crystal Serenity. Fares quoted are based on per person, double occupancy accommodations.
Luxury West Indies Cricket Cruise
August 19, 2008 on 9:09 am | In Africa, Antigua Barbuda Anquilla, Argentina, Aruba Bonaire Curacao, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, Brazil, Canada, Caribbean, Cayman Islands, Central America, Cruise Boats, Cuba, Dominica, Dominican Republic, France, French West Indies, Germany, Grenada, Haiti, India, Ireland, Jamaica, London, Montserrat, New South Wales, New Zealand, Philippines, Puerto Rico, Scotland, Singapore, South Africa, South America, Sports Travel, St. Kitts Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Maarten, Sydney, Trinidad Tobago, Turks Caicos, United Kingdom, Virgin Islands, Wales | Comments Off
With economic doom and gloom dominating current headlines you’d be forgiven for thinking the end of nigh. However, confidence remains high among England’s cricket fans and, bolstered by the team’s current good form, enquiries and bookings for ITC Sports’ Platinum Cricket Cruise to watch England play the West Indies in February 2009 remain very strong.
In addition to taking in world-class cricket and an array of glamorous Caribbean islands, guests will have the chance to brush up their cricketing know-how as celebrity hosts onboard include David Gower, Darren Gough, Christopher Martin-Jenkins, David Lloyd and Allan Lamb! Prices start from £6,995 per person.
Cricket cruises are a speciality for ITC Sports, the UK’s leading luxury sports tour operator, and for 2009 the company has exclusively chartered Silversea’s Silver Shadow for a superb 16 night extravaganza, between the 2nd – 18th February 2009. The cricket will be thrilling, with part of the First Test in Jamaica and all of the Second Test in Antigua, while the cruising will take in beautiful and diverse islands such as St Barths and the Dominican Republic.
Silversea’s “six star” Silver Shadow offers all-suite accommodation, a vast array of facilities, and the highest standards of personal service and attention to detail. Little wonder that Silversea has won award after prestigious award for small ship, luxury cruising.
ITC Sports has brought together a unique, star-studded line up of cricketing celebrities and entertainers, including David Gower, Darren Gough, Derek Underwood, Christopher Martin-Jenkins, David Lloyd, Allan Lamb, Paul Allott, celebrity chef Antony Worrall Thompson (who will be offering cookery demonstrations) and Mike d’Abo of Manfred Mann. These onboard Hosts will be joined by many other special guests, meaning that evenings on board will be a highlight of the trip, with “State of Play” discussions, interviews with celebrities, live entertainment, and sumptuous dining.
ITC Sports’ Platinum Cricket Cruise Itinerary
West Indies v England, 2 – 18 February 2009
2 February Departure from London Heathrow aboard your flight to Miami and transfer to Fort Lauderdale to board Silversea’s Silver Shadow.
3 February A day to relax at sea and enjoy the facilities on board Silver Shadow.
4 February Day at sea, with the opportunity to watch the start of the First Test, West Indies v England, shown via live satellite feed from Kingston, Jamaica.
5 February Early arrival in Kingston for your transfer to the second day of play in the FIRST TEST, WEST INDIES v ENGLAND, at Sabina Park.
6-7 February
Daily transfers to the FIRST TEST, WEST INDIES v ENGLAND, at Sabina Park.**
8 February
Disembark in Port Antonio on Jamaica’s North Coast.
9 February
A day of cruising and relaxation.
10 February Disembark at La Romana, in the Dominican Republic.
11 February
Morning arrival at San Juan, the vibrant capital city of Puerto Rico.
12 February Disembark in Gustavia for a day in St Barths – always a favourite for its charm and its casual, yet stylish, French chic. Not to mention the fine restaurants and serious retail therapy opportunities!
13-17 February
Arrival in Antigua and daily transfers to the SECOND TEST, WEST INDIES v ENGLAND at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, North Sound.
18 February
Transfer to VC Bird International Airport for your return flight to London.
19 February Early morning arrival at London Gatwick.
** If the final day of the First Test promises to be thrilling, the itinerary will alter to be able to stay and watch it.
Prices start from £6,995 per person sharing a Vista Suite.
What’s included:
• International flights in economy class
• UK airport taxes
• Transfers from airport to ship and return
• 16 nights accommodation on Silver Shadow in the suite of your choice
• All meals and drinks on board ship
• Food & beverages in our exclusive facility adjacent to each ground
• All entertainment on board, including special guests
• Cricket transfers
• Celebrity Hosts
• Services of an ITC Sports representative on board ship
• Commemorative gifts
• Gratuities on board ship
• Port taxes
Not included
• Meals/drinks ashore other than at cricket marquee facility
• Cricket tickets (guaranteed availability at cost)
• Personal laundry, telephone and internet charges on board ship
• Caribbean airport departure taxes
• Optional excursions
• Insurance
• Items of a personal nature
Land Based Tours
For those who prefer to keep their feet on dry land, ITC Sports is also offering an extensive programme of Celebrity Escorted Tours, staying in excellent accommodation and offering exceptional itineraries that include welcome drinks, cricket transfers, cricket forums, farewell dinners and fabulous touring and sightseeing – plus guaranteed access to official match tickets.
Any of ITC Sports’ suggested itineraries can be personalised by its team of Caribbean specialists to suit individual requirements.
For reservations and further information please contact ITC Sports
(01244 355527; www.itcsports.co.uk)
West Indies v England Fixtures 2009
First Test Jamaica 4 – 8 February
Second Test Antigua 13 – 17 February
Third Test Barbados 26 February – 2 March
Fourth Test Trinidad 6 – 10 March
Twenty:20 International Trinidad 15 March
First One-Day International Guyana 20 March
Second One-Day International Guyana 22 March
Third One-Day International Barbados 27 March
Fourth One-Day International Barbados 29 March
Fifth One-Day International St Lucia 3 April
Adventure On The Real Treasure Island
August 17, 2008 on 8:00 am | In Adventure Travel, Beachbooker, Bermuda, Caribbean, London, Sailing, Scuba Diving, United Kingdom | Comments Off
Dive deep off Bermuda and discover a forgotten world beneath the ocean.
Bermuda has one shipwreck for every day of the year. 365 of them, spanning five centuries, sleep in the waters surrounding the island’s famous beaches.
Located just six and half hours from the UK, this stunning paradise island is a divers dream come true. Beneath the clear Atlantic waters of Bermuda’s coast is a mystical world with over 200 square miles of stunning coral reef, blue holes, spur and groove ravines, caverns and swim-throughs to explore.
And if the marine life is not enough – there are the man made treasures ‘buried’ beneath the waves. Perhaps the most famous wreck of all – the Sea Venture which was bound for Virginia in 1609 - is reputed to have inspired Shakespeare’s The Tempest. However, that theory is the creation of a man called Looney.
Whatever rings your bells beneath the surface, Bermuda is the perfect destination for every level of diver, with the majority of sites no deeper than 60ft deep and year round temperate waters, the island is host to an awe-inspiring collection of tropical fish and invertebrate species seldom found so far north in the Atlantic.
For divers wanting to know more, below are the top five reasons to choose Bermuda for their diving escapade!
1. 365 shipwrecks spanning five centuries surround the island, beginning with the wreck of the Sea Venture in 1609
2. 200 square miles of hard coral reefs crowned by swaying soft corals, gorgonians and sea fans are waiting to be explored
3. Average summer visibility on the north and west shore is 100 ft, increasing to above 150 ft from November – March. The south and east shores average 80ft year-round
4. Popular wreck the Constellation (1943, featured in the movie The Deep) can be found
5. Bermuda prides itself on having one of the healthiest coral reefs in the world
Bermuda dive operators working in cooperation with the Bermuda Department of Tourism are challenging divers visiting the island to visit the top twenty wrecks. After each dive guests will earn a Bermuda Shipwreck Certificate, a memento of the diving experience documenting the dive and providing a brief history of the wreck. Start with one and collect them all!
Wrecks featured in the top twenty include:
• Cristobal Colon a 499 foot Spanish trans-Atlantic luxury liner, which sunk in 1936 and is Bermuda’s largest wreck
• L’Herminie a French 60-gun three-masted wooden-hulled warship which sunk in 1838 on return from battle in Mexico
• Minnie Breslauer a 300 foot steel-hulled English freighter which sank on its maiden voyage from Portugal to New York in 1873
To find out more about diving in Bermuda visit www.bermudatourism.com
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