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What We Learned from the Crystal Failure

Maybe you were client of Crystal Cruises, or maybe you just heard about their untimely demise in the news a few months ago. 

Either way, when Crystal ceased operations, it became the poster child for the carnage of the pandemic.

Many other businesses failed due to the devastating economic effects of covid 19.  The overwhelming majority of such businesses were small, mom & pop shoppes… and the most substantial economic damage was in other countries – those much more dependent on tourism, and far less able to absorb such economic shocks.

What can we learn from all of this?

Do it Now.

Before the pandemic, most people would express some realization of their own mortality – wanting to do some travel while they were still able to do so.

The pandemic taught us that it is not only our own fragility that potentially limits our options. 

More recently, we’ve learned that you never know when a political event like the invasion of Ukraine will take away travel options. 

The lesson:  Do it now… you never know when opportunities will be taken away.

To illustrate exactly how quickly things change, Bob and I were invited on the Crystal Cruises private jet, Crystal Skye just weeks before the pandemic that led to Crystal’s demise.  The world’s largest private jet – owned by a cruise company that we fully expected to be around forever.  Here’s a link to our YouTube video on that unique plane ride: https://youtu.be/4YaJcEpBsSc.  Apparently, we’ll never get to do that again!

Insure Your Trip

Vendor insolvency is a standard clause in most travel insurance policies.  It’s also something people never think they’ll need.  Many Crystal clients were paid in full at the time of the company’s demise, and there is very little chance of recovering any money without filing an insurance claim.  Insurance is one of those things that some people never think they need… until they need it. 

Tourism is an Important Economic Driver

Travel and tourism is responsible for about 1 out of every 10 American jobs.  This puts it in the top 5 industries in the country by size and equates to tens of millions of jobs.  Now think about some lower latitude countries, where travel and tourism counts for more than one in five jobs – and those countries were not able to offer any form of government assistance to those impacted by the pandemic.  For those of us from western nations with the means to travel, the most effective way to help people in less fortunate countries is to visit there.

Is Crystal Really Dead?

In its current configuration – yes, it is dead.  However, it is an incredibly strong brand with the most loyal clients in the business.  There have been at least two attempts to buy the brand (or parts of it), but so far, those takeovers have not been successful. 

Part of the complexity is a result of Crystal’s parent company being based in Hong Kong.  The Chinese business culture is far less transparent than we are used to, so it’s difficult to make predictions.  The other contributing factor is that the bankruptcy is taking place across several countries.

At the very least, someone will buy up the Crystal ships – and Crystal clients will at least be able to go back and visit their favorites – even if they might have a different name on them. 

Today’s Travel Opportunities

Iceland with Hurtigruten: 20% off Select Departures + Air Credit

Iceland was one of the first countries to re-open last year after the pandemic, and those who visited came back raving about the scenery and the people.

Hurtigruten has 8 departures in 2022 and 2023 for Iceland.  Here’s one example for each year:

  1. June 17, 2022.  Prices starting at $4906 per person and includes a $500 air credit.
  2. May 13, 2023:  Prices starting at $4406 per person and includes a $500 air credit.

You’ll travel round-trip Reykjavik for 9 days on board the Fridtjof Nansen:

  1. This revolutionary hybrid battery powered cruise ship was launched in 2020, just in time NOT to sail for 18 months.  She holds 528 passengers and is the perfect combination of luxury and expedition offerings (especially in Iceland).

We were on the inaugural voyage of the Nansen’s identical sister ship, Roald Amundsen, and did a ship tour video if you want to see what it’s like:  https://youtu.be/1L_ByDqhGR0

Vietnam & Cambodia River Cruise with Uniworld

This part of east Asia is open again, and ready to receive visitors.  Both the Mekong River and Uniworld’s Super Ship Mekong Jewel are spectacular!

You’ll travel between Ho Chi Minh City and Siem Reap for 13-days:

  1. 2-nights at Ho Chi Minh City, 7-nights aboard the ship, and 3-nights at Siem Reap.
  2. September and December 2022 departures starting at $4999 per person ($3000 off)
  3. The entry level room is 340 square feet with a private balcony. 
  4. Includes all shipboard meals, gratuities, all shipboard beverages, transfers, and an excursion in each port.

As with all Uniworld cruises, our agency gets you an exclusive benefit of $200 per person onboard credit. 

Are You Familiar with Azamara?

Azamara has four perfect vessels for those looking to avoid the mega-ships and prefer a bit of an upgraded offering.  Their ships hold 680 guests and Azamara does some really interesting itineraries.  Here are 2 examples:

Croatia & Italy

  1. 12-nights from Venice to Barcelona
  2. Visit Slovenia, 2 ports in Croatia, Montenegro, Amalfi, Sorrento, Rome, Florence, and Monte Carlo.
  3. Veranda rooms for $3499 per person for departure on July 18, 2022

Ireland Intensive Voyage

  1. 11-days from London to Dublin with stops in both Ireland and Northern Ireland.
  2. Visit Cork, Foynes, Galway, Donegal, Londonderry, Belfast, and Warrenpoint.
  3. There is an optional golf package available for this cruise.
  4. Veranda Room for $3999 per person for departure on July 27, 2022
  5. The Azamara fare includes all beverages, gratuities, and shuttle services into town in most ports.

If you’re planning a trip, I’d love to help! Click here or call 800-876-0168 to get in touch today.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Sue Bradley

Finally! We can go to Australia again!

The first “foreign” experience for cruisers is often Alaska.  I guess that makes sense – it is very different than the lower 48, and you get a stamp of a maple leaf in your passport from the Canadians.

The next outing is usually to Europe, which also makes sense not only because of the rich history and cultures there, but also because for those of us in the Eastern time zone it’s only about 6 or 7 hours away (about the same as Alaska!)

Once you go beyond Europe, it’s much more of a commitment to get there, so many people think twice.

Australia / New Zealand (ANZ) are on my radar for a few reasons.  The first is quite personal – I lived in Australia for 4 years as a child, so it is part of who I am.  The second is that New Zealand is easily one of my favourite destinations on the planet, and I am long overdue to get back (the last time I was there, I was pregnant with our son, who is now 18).

There is no doubt that Australia and New Zealand are a long way away.  The two big airports in North America for flights to Asia and Australia are LA and Vancouver, and it’s a 15-hour flight from either to get to Sydney, and almost as long to Auckland.

That’s a long way, and if you’ve only got a week to spare it’s a non-starter.  For those with a bit more time, it’s well worth exploring.  Here are some reasons why:

  1. It’s easy.  The Aussies and Kiwis may talk funny, but they all speak English, and in many regards it is easier than travel within Europe.
  2. It’s unique.  There are many species of animal, birds (and other) that only exist down-under.  The geology and geography are also much different than here.
  3. It’s diverse.  We tend to think of Australia as a beach – and there are plenty of those.  It also has a ton of other geography in its vast land mass.  Australia is about the same size as the Lower 48 – so it is huge.  New Zealand, while only a fraction the size, is even more diverse in terms of its climate and geography. 

Ways to see Australia

There are 3 types of cruises to Australia/New Zealand:

  1. A cruise that starts or finishes in Australia, but with most of the port stops in New Zealand.  This is the most common cruise, and for many people the best choice.  These trips are usually 2 weeks long.  Other than Auckland (a city of 2 million), NZ is a series of charming smaller cities and towns, and ship is a great way to explore them.
  2. A cruise that originates in Australia and visits the South Pacific Islands or SE Asia.  This is good if you’re looking for a Polynesian experience, but you won’t get much of ANZ on these itineraries.
  3. A circumnavigation of Australia.  Only consider this cruise if you really like sea days.  As noted above, Australia is as big as the USA, but with only 25 million people – so the cities and settlements are few and far between.  These cruises are a minimum of 4 weeks, and often have fewer than 10 port stops.

Why NOW?

These two countries quietly opened to visitors a few weeks ago, after having been closed for two years.  This means next season (our Northern hemisphere winter) will be in high demand down-under. 

Australia/New Zealand cruises run from October through March for the most part (although some ships stay there year-round).

We are also hoping to see expedition offerings for the Great Barrier Reef and Northern Australia, as more and more expedition ships come to market, but that will be another year or two. 

All the mass-market cruise lines operate in ANZ, although I’m not sure the best way to see this part of the world is on a floating amusement park.  If you’re going to invest the time and money to go that far, the small ship cruise lines all have at least one vessel there, so you can travel on your line of choice.

We are seeing some interesting itineraries on Oceania, Seabourn, and Viking. Some cruise lines even offer repositioning cruises to/from North America in the spring and fall months (if you have the time, this takes the sting out of a 15-hour flight… at least in one direction).

Today’s Travel Opportunities

Australia & New Zealand with Viking Cruises

Details here: https://www.vikingcruises.com/oceans/cruise-destinations/asia-australia/australia-new-zealand/index.html?agenturlid=pamperedcruiser

  1. 2 weeks between Sydney and Auckland (you can sail in either direction)
  2. Visit Melbourne, Tasmania, then 6 ports in NZ, as well as scenic sailing on South Island of New Zealand
  3. Departures December through March.  The base pricing those months months starts at $7499 per person.
  4. Remember that the entry-level room on Viking Ocean is a 270 square foot veranda, which is comparable to a mini suite on Celebrity, Holland America, or Princess.
  5. Optional flights from $1599 round trip (that’s from the west coast… the price is slightly higher from points further east)
  6. Book before April 30th and get an additional $500 per person room credit AND the Silver Spirits Beverage Package

Pre- and post-cruise packages are available in both Sydney and Auckland.  For those wanting to make the most of their time down under, you’ll want to consider the 6-day “Aussie Adventure” including Melbourne, Alice Springs and Ayers Rock. 

Celebrity Cruises Australia & New Zealand

12-nights round-trip from Sydney departing Nov 27th, 2022 (other dates available).

Visit Milford Sound & 6 ports in New Zealand and then back to Sydney.

  1. Inside: $2028 per person
  2. Window: $2253 pp
  3. Balcony:  $2757 pp
  4. Suite: $2968 pp

Viking’s FRANCE River Cruise Sale (2023 Departures).

Book by the end of April and Viking will throw in FREE international airfare for Verandas and Suites (or low-priced add-ons starting at $299 pp for other stateroom categories).

There are 3 different itineraries in France:

  1. Paris to Normandy.  Visiting La Roche Guyon, Vernon (for Monet’s Gardens), Rouen, Normandy Beaches, Les Andelys, Le Pecq.
  2. Lyon & Provence:  Visiting Tournon, Viviers, Arles, and Avignon
  3. Chateaus, Rivers & Wine (round trip Bordeaux).  Visiting Cadillac, Libourne, Bourg & Blaye, Medoc, and Margaux Wine Country.

Here’s the price range dependent upon your departure date, itinerary and availability:

  1. Standard: $2599 – $3799
  2. French Balcony:  $3599 – $4999
  3. Veranda: $3999 – $5599
  4. Suites:  $5999 – $9999

Viking prices include all taxes and fees, a shore excursion in every port, beer/wine with meals, wifi on the ship, and flights (as discussed above – book by April 30th).

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I look forward to hearing from you.

Sue Bradley

Value Comparison – Hotel/Resort vs. Cruise

Do you ever stay at a hotel or resort, and when you get your final bill, you have to sit down when you see it, because you think you’re either completely misunderstanding or maybe having a stroke?

This happened to me a couple times recently.

Bob and I were doing some domestic travel earlier this year and stayed at various hotel and resort properties along the way. 

Each of the places we stayed was lovely, but I was quickly reminded of the incredible value per dollar you get with cruise vacations.  The transparency of the value equation is also far superior on the water than it is on land.

Now, I am well aware that with some cruise lines, it’s easy to get into a situation where your end-of-cruise charges far exceed the fare you paid to get on the ship in the first place.  But you get what you pay for.  When you’re paying just $75/night for a cruise that includes accommodation, all your meals, and fantastic entertainment, you should expect an upcharge here and there.  If you really dislike this arrangement, then you’ll want to try a more inclusive cruise line.

But back to my original rant…

I have no objection to paying a fair price for quality hotels and resorts.  I just think that for a domestic property (the US is cheap by international standards), once you start paying over $500 per night, they might want to throw in the Wi-Fi.

Foolishly, I thought $500/night would be inclusive (like it is on luxury ships).  I got a few extra surprises on my bill when I checked out:

  1. $180 plus tax for parking ($60 per day).
  2. $90 plus tax for the resort fee ($30/day).  I still don’t understand the logic of this.  They told me it was for the use of the exercise room, common facilities, and the pool.  They could just bump the rate by $30, but instead they leave me feeling nickel and dimed to death.
  3. $5 per day on my invoice for the housekeeping gratuity.  I have no objection to tipping the housekeeper – I just wish they had told me this before I tipped her in the room.  Better yet – how about we pay our housekeepers a living wage like they do in Europe?  Tipping used to be an incentive for better service, now it is something that is automatically added to the bill – which is simply passing the labor cost directly to the consumer. 
  4. $10 for “porterage”.  I have no idea what this is.  I’m assuming it was when the bellman whisked away my bags upon check-in, and they showed up in my room.  Again… I have no objection to paying this – if the $10 went straight to the bellman, but perhaps we need to completely reassess who pays the labor in these resorts – see my comments above.

Needless to say, the total cost of my stay was several hundred dollars more than the $500/night I paid to be there.  In fairness, this price was for both of us, but my total charges approached the $350 per person, per night range, and I still had to buy all my meals, and pay for entertainment at external venues, as well as the Uber-fare to get from the resort into town to get to the restaurants and theatres.

For the same $350 per person, per night, I could have sailed on one of the small ship cruise lines and had a much more inclusive experience.  I need to reinforce that I DON’T object to paying – I object to being two-bitted to death with charges that are clearly intended to increase revenue, but NOT enhance the guest experience.  Is it really acceptable in this day and age to charge $15/day for internet access?

To be fair, not all land-based resorts lower themselves to this type of predatory revenue management.  In the future I will seek out those properties that are more transparent and forthcoming with their billing model. 

Today’s Travel Opportunities

Viking Cruises

The folks at Viking have created a marketing machine, and as the pandemic subsides and more travel opportunities open up, Viking is ramping up their marketing even further.  In addition to their publicly visible advertising, Viking also does micro-targeted promotions – meaning they will send a particular promotion to a very small group of people – applicable only to them.  These promotions represent some terrific value, and you are wise to take advantage of these if you receive them.  However please keep in mind that we can improve on any offer you get from Viking.  We can get you an additional $100 per person on board credit on ANY Viking cruise, in addition to any discount or promotional codes they send you directly.  I’m pointing this out because multiple times just this week I’ve had clients ask if they need to book directly with Viking in order to get the deal that’s being offered.  I really appreciate those who asked!  But it also means there are many more of you out there who are under the impression that you must book directly with Viking in order to get the discounted price or extra perks.

What if you’ve already booked?  If you booked directly with Viking in the past 60 days (either on-line, or through their call center), we can still get the extra $100 on board credit added to your reservation.  Contact us directly for details (contact info provided at the bottom of this message).  There is NO extra fee to work with us and everything about your original booking remains exactly the same, including the price, your room number, extra perks, any excursions you’ve reserved etc.  Also, in case you are wondering, when you work with us you do NOT undermine the Viking agent who originally helped you make the reservation.  I encourage you call Viking and discuss this with them – they will assure you that Agency Transfers are everyday occurrences.

American Queen Voyages

If you don’t want to go overseas, the AQV has a number of voyages on the Mississippi River System.  Here are two examples if you’re looking for something to do this summer:

Chicago to St. Louis for 9-days

  1. Departing on August 8th or 15th, with fares starting at $2399 per person.
  2. Visit Peoria, Havana, and Hannibal with 2 days in Chicago, and 2 days in St. Louis. 

Louisville to Memphis for 9 days

  1. Departing June 13th or 20th, with fares starting at $2399 per person.
  2. Visit New Madrid, Paducah, Henderson, Owensboro, Brandenburg

Remember that all American Queen fares include a pre-cruise hotel night, unlimited shore excursions, an open bar, and wifi on the ship.  We can add an extra $50 per person onboard credit to any AQV booking.

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I look forward to hearing from you.

Sue Bradley

The Greatest Travel Innovation of the Century

For travellers, the greatest innovation of the past century hasn’t been space travel or insulin, but rather luggage with wheels. 

This has changed everything. 

No longer are you restricted by your own ability to lift and manage your own bags.  You can now bring just about everything you own, and simply be able to push it along a sidewalk until someone much stronger than you can lift it on to a conveyor belt.

This is clearly evident in the fact that new luggage comes in the same sized box as a refrigerator.  If you don’t believe me, take note next time you’re at an airport or cruise ship terminal.  It’s a comedy of errors watching some people attempt to manage their own stuff.

For some, this catastrophe-in-waiting is remedied by packing light.  This has always been my preference.  However, after travelling with my mother-in-law, I quickly realized this is not a course of action that will work for everybody. 

I also had to rethink my luggage strategy recently when we combined a back-packing trip in Morocco followed by a river cruise in Italy.  I didn’t want all the other backpackers to make fun of my garment bag and dress pumps, so I was forced to look at alternatives.

As it turns out, there are several services out there that will pick up your luggage a few days in advance of a cruise (or other types of trips) and will deliver it to your embarkation point. In our case, we got a suitcase full of dress clothes delivered to the hotel where we stayed between the two parts of our trip, and sent home another bag full of hiking boots, rain gear, and dirty laundry. The service we used was Luggage Forward (another similar option is Luggage Free).

Imagine how nice it would be to get up on your travel day, grab your carry-on, and leave for the airport.

No overhead cranes to get your luggage in and out of your trunk; no wheeling through the airport with your half-ton of stuff – it takes away a lot of the pain of travelling.

Think about how much more stuff you can bring!

If want to follow along on our Italy & Morocco trip, we’re posting daily blog posts.  Here’s the link to our Facebook Page:  www.facebook.com/PamperedCruiser

Today’s Travel Opportunities

All of today’s travel opportunities are only valid through April 15th, so please contact us as soon as possible if you’re interested in one of them.

Uniworld Boutique River Cruises

We just stepped off the Uniworld Super Ship La Venezia in Venice, Italy, and as a result, we are able to extend a fantastic (and exclusive) offer to all of our clients:

Get $250 per person off website prices AND $200 per person on board credit on ANY Uniworld Cruise!

I published a few examples last week.  Here’s the link in case you missed it:

Get $500 Discount + $400 Onboard Credit on ANY Uniworld Cruise

In case you’re not familiar with Uniworld, here is a video we created that describes 5 Ways Uniworld is Different than other river cruise lines:

Oceania Cruise – O-Life Ultimate Sale

With Oceania’s standard O-Life Choice offer, you normally get your choice of ONE of three perks.  Between now and April 15th, on selected cruises, you can get ALL THREE PERKS included in the price:

  1. Free Shore Excursions
  2. Free Beverage Package
  3. Free Shipboard Credit

We haven’t seen this offer from Oceania for a long time.

Here are some examples:

Barcelona to Rome for 10 nights departing August 18, 2022

  1. Visit Palamos, Marseilles, Monte Carlo, St. Tropez, Livorno (for Pisa, Florence, Tuscany), Sicily, Malta, and Amalfi.
  2. Veranda rooms starting at $5299 per person, including round trip flights, 3 shore excursions per person, the beverage package, and a $600 cabin credit ($300 per person).

New York Round-Trip for 7-nights departing July 5 or 12, 2022

  1. Cruise out to Bermuda, and spend 3-nights in St. George, and 2-nights in Hamilton
  2. This is a great opportunity to check out Oceania!
  3. Veranda rooms starting at $3299 per person including round-trip flights, 2 shore excursions per person, the beverage package, and a $400 cabin credit ($200 per person).

Iceland to Paris for 18-nights departing August 9, 2022

  1. Visit 3 ports in Iceland, the Faroe Islands, Kirkwall (UK), 2 ports in Norway, an overnight stay in Copenhagen, an overnight in Stockholm, Helsinki, Talinn, and Bruges, Belgium.
  2. Ocean view rooms starting at $7899 per person including round-trip flights, 4 shore excursions per person, the beverage package, and an $800 cabin credit ($400 per person).

There are over 20 other cruises that this deal applies to.  Here’s the full list: https://www.oceaniacruises.com/special-offers/olife-ultimate/

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If you’re planning a trip, I’d love to help! Click here or call 800-876-0168 to get in touch today.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Sue Bradley

Get $500 Discount + $400 Onboard Credit on ANY Uniworld Cruise

Greetings from Venice!

Bob and I are on a River Cruise in Italy this week, courtesy of our friends at Uniworld Boutique River Cruises. 

We are excited to announce that our clients have been given access to a very special, unadvertised promotion through our relationship with Uniworld – Get $500 off + $400 onboard credit on ANY Uniworld river cruise booked between April 1st – 15th, 2022

Which itinerary to choose? 

You might want to consider the very trip we’re on, which is exclusive to Uniworld: Venice & the Gems of Northern Italy (7 nights round trip from Venice on the Po River).  In addition to Venice, you also get to visit Chioggia, Bologna, and Burano.  There’s also an optional extension to Milan.

See details about this unique itinerary here: https://pamperedcruiser.uniworld.com/us/river-cruise/italy/venice-and-the-gems-of-northern-italy/2022-venice-to-venice

Uniworld’s gorgeous, newly renovated and re-designed ship La Venezia docks right in the lagoon, close to St. Mark’s Square.  This floating boutique hotel is a way better option for staying in Venice compared to any traditional hotel!

You also have the option to choose one of the River Cruise and Rail combinations that include this itinerary:

  1. Milan, Venice & the Swiss Alps (Milan to Zurich – 14 days). Learn more: https://pamperedcruiser.uniworld.com/us/river-cruise/italy/cruise-and-rail-milan-venice-and-the-swiss-alps/2022-milan-to-zurich
  2. Venice & the Swiss Alps (Zurich to Venice – 12 days). Learn more: https://pamperedcruiser.uniworld.com/us/river-cruise/italy/cruise-and-rail-venice-and-the-swiss-alps/2022-zurich-to-venice
  3. Milan, Venice & Istanbul (Milan to Istanbul – 18 days). Learn more: https://pamperedcruiser.uniworld.com/us/river-cruise/italy/cruise-and-rail-milan-venice-and-istanbul/2022-milan-to-istanbul
  4. Venice & Istanbul (Venice to Istanbul – 16 days).  Learn more: https://pamperedcruiser.uniworld.com/us/river-cruise/italy/cruise-and-rail-venice-and-istanbul/2022-venice-to-istanbul

Your pre- or post-cruise journey on the Golden Eagle Train is the perfect complement to Uniworld’s all-inclusive luxury.  Discover more about Uniworld’s Rail and Cruise program here: https://pamperedcruiser.uniworld.com/us/cruise-and-rail

Remember, you’ll receive a $500 discount ($250 per person) off the prices listed on the website, if you book by April 15th.  You’ll ALSO receive a $400 onboard credit ($200 per person).  You will not receive this offer if you book directly with Uniworld.

What sets Uniworld apart from other river cruise lines is their boutique ships. Each one is specially designed and decorated for the region through which it sails. The menus are set to immerse guests in the cuisine and culture of the adjacent landscape.

The Uniworld fare is all-inclusive:

  1. Private airport transfers
  2. Shore excursions in every port (multiple options to choose from each time)
  3. Pre-paid gratuities
  4. Alcoholic & non-alcoholic drinks at all times
  5. Uniworld’s famous personal service. 
  6. (Plus, Sue’s favourite… a jar of chocolates in your stateroom that is topped up every evening!)

When you consider the inclusions, the onboard credit, and the special discount I mentioned above, it creates a compelling value proposition that’s hard to ignore.

Here are a few examples of current website rates (remember, you will pay $250 per person less):

  1. Round-trip Venice Italy as described above:  Depart May 15th, 2022 – $2699 per person ($4399 for a French Balcony)
  2. Amsterdam to Nuremberg.  Visiting Cologne, Rudesheim, Miltenberg, Wurzburg, and Volkach.  Depart August 26th, 2022 – $2499 per person.
  3. Round-trip Bordeaux.  Visiting France’s wine growing communities.  Depart July 3rd, 2022 – $3199 per person.
  4. Peruvian Amazon & Machu Picchu (round-trip Lima) 2 weeks.  2-nights in Lima, then a week on the ship, followed by 4-nights in Cusco (for Machu Picchu), and then one more night in Lima.  Depart October 26th or November 30th, 2022 – $12,499 per person. 

All cruises are 7 nights unless otherwise noted, are based on double occupancy, with the price valid for the date indicated subject to availability.

In addition to the examples given above, Uniworld sails all the rivers in Europe, as well as in India, Egypt, and Vietnam & Cambodia.

Browse all of Uniworld River Cruise Itineraries here: https://pamperedcruiser.uniworld.com/us

Remember, this exclusive opportunity to get $500 discount + $400 onboard credit applies to ANY Uniworld cruise.  

Where will YOU go next?

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I look forward to hearing from you.

Sue Bradley

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