Carnival Cruise Lines to add more European Itineraries in 2013
Although Carnival Cruise Lines has had a presence in Europe already, they will be adding even more itineraries for next year. The Carnival Legend will be there from April to October for trips (over 17 sailings visiting over 34 ports and 18 countries!) through the UK and Scandinavia. This is great news for our clients that are loyal to the brand and are looking for the same product in Europe.
It will also be going to the Mediterranean with stops in Croatia, Italy, France, Spain and Portugal!
With the Carnival Valor heading to Puerto Rico and Miami, it looks as if the Carnival Destiny will be headed to Europe in February. Carnival is said to announce the Destiny’s itineraries soon.
If you have any questions about these sailings, please contact your WVT advisor at 1-855-WORLDVIEW or quote@worldviewtravel.com
Wellness Journeys with Absolute Travel
Winter blues got you down? Daily stress accumulating? Ready for a trip to bring you back to life?
Our friends at Absolute Travel have just introduced their new Wellness Journeys, which seek to reconnect travelers with mind, body and soul at some of the most beautiful and sacred sites around the world. Absolute has hand-picked these special places that will give you special access experiences that will bring balance and spirituality back to your life.
You can have experiences like partaking in spiritual rituals alongside the Kalahari’s Shamans, do ancient yoga poses amoungst abandoned city ruins or meditate in the foothills of the Himalayas. These trips have been designed specifically by Absolute Travel’s in-house Wellness Expert, who knows exactly how to bring inspiration and balance back into your stressful life.
If you have any questions about this journeys, please contact Worldview Travel at 855-WORLDVIEW or quote@worldviewtravel.com
Valentine’s Day Packages at Langham Huntington, Pasadena
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and some people are looking for a fabulous getaway with their special someone.
The Langham Huntington located in Pasadena, CA has just released their “Valentine’s Day” packages including:
- Deluxe Accommodations for one night
- Rose Petal turndown
- Breakfast in bed
- Valet Parking
They are also providing speciality dining options and lovely spa treatments for packages for couples. These packages are starting at $275/night based on availablity.
This would be a perfect stay-cation for anyone looking for a quick and romantic getaway with their significant other!
If you have any questions about this package, please contact your Worldview Travel advisor at 855-WORLDVIEW or quote@worldviewtravel.com
Butterfield and Robinson introduces “Bistro Series”
Butterfield and Robinson has long been the king of active luxury travel worldwide. With scheduled biking/walking departures and private journeys, B&R has some of the best guides in the business with insight on incredible local food/wine, history, etc. They have always had the most luxurious lodging and every bell and whistle you could think of.
Just after the new year, B&R debuted their new “Bistro Series” which will be aimed at travelers that don’t need an over-the-top experience. You will have 3-4 star accommodation instead of 5 and fewer bells and whistles.
If you have always wanted to travel with Butterfield and Robinson but never thought you could afford it, now is the time to book! The Bistro Series has lower than their standard fares with (mostly!) the same experience!
From Umbria to Morocco to Bhutan, why wouldn’t you want to go with B&R?
If you have any questions about Butterfield and Robinson or would like to book a trip, please contact Worldview Travel at 855-WORLDVIEW or quote@worldviewtravel.com
New Ports for Silversea in 2013
What we love about luxury lines with smaller vessels is that they are always adding new ports of call. Because of their size, they are able to add interesting ports to make up some of the most interesting itineraries in luxury cruising.
In 2013, Silversea is planning on adding 11 new ports of call across the globe including:
- Soller de Majorca, Spain
- Sabang (Pulau Weh), Indonesia
- Port Arthur, Tasmania, Australia
- Baie-Comeau, Quebec
- Liverpool, England
- Klaipeda, Lithuania
- Saaremaa, Estonia
- Chios, Greece
- Portsmouth, Dominica
- Fanning Island, Kiribait
- Fukuoka, Japan
Silversea is also planning on an 18-day Hudson Bay excursion leaving from Reykjavik, Iceland on the Silver Explorer. The Explorer will stop in Brattahild, Greenland and Iqaluit (capital of Nunavut territory) in Canada.
If you have any questions about these new voyages, please contact your Worldview Travel Advisor at 855-WORLDVIEW or quote@worldviewtravel.com
Conde Nast Traveler annouces annual Gold List
Well, looks like the time is here again!
Conde Nast Traveler, one of the world’s most prestigious travel publications, has announced their annual Gold List of Hotels and Resorts. Many people use this as their guide line for where to stay this year.
The majority of these hotels and resorts are members of Virtuoso, the world’s leading travel consortia. As Worldview Travel is also a part of Virtuoso, we are able to give our clients reduced rates and added amenities (like upgrades and additional spa credit) at these fine resorts.
If you didn’t think you could ever get to these places, how about letting a Worldview Travel advisor get you there?
The New York Times has also come out with their top places to see this year.
Where do you want to go this year?
If you have any questions or interest, please contact Worldview Travel at 855-WORLDVIEW or quote@worldviewtravel.com
Seabourn’s Signature Savings Event
We love being able to give our clients added value to their bookings with us.
This year, Seabourn Cruise Lines has debuted their Signature Savings Event which is offering:
- Savings up to 50% or more
- Up to a 2-category upgrade on select sailings
- Up to 15% savings on combination cruises
- $1000 per suite shipboard credit on premium sites
- Complimentary pre or post-cruise hotel on select sailings
Sample destination fares include:
- 7-day Europe from $1,999
- 10-day Europe from $2,999
- 12-day Transatlantic from $2,499
- 15-day South America from $4,999
- 18-day Arabia from $5,499
- 10-day Asia $4,599
All fares are subject to change and availability. If you have any questions about Seabourn or any other cruise line, please contact Worldview Travel at 855-WORLDVIEW or quote@worldviewtravel.com
Lindblad Expeditions to offer lower rates in 2012
If you are the kind of traveler that likes a little bit of adventure, then Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic is just the company to give it to you.
They offer cruises to some of the most desired travel destinations on the planet like the Galapagos Islands, Alaska or Antarctica. Lindblad-Nat Geo also offers expert guides and world-renown naturalists/historians that will make your trip not only adventurous but educational!
Small-ship adventure cruising has had a bad reputation for not being luxurious enough. That is definitely not the case with /Nat Geo as they offer first-class cuisine, comfortable living quarters and a wellness program complete with full gym.
Also- here is some great news! Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic will be offering lower rates in 2012 during non-peak periods.
Low season rates to the Galapagos begin at $4,750.00 per person for a 10-day voyage on the National Geographic Endeavor and start at $5,450.0 per person on the National Geographic Islander (based on double occupancy in a Category 1 cabin).
If you book your expedition with Worldview Travel before March 31, 2011, you will also receive complimentary round-trip air on select 2012 departures from either New York or Miami to Galapagos, or upgrade to business class on the New York/Guayquil flights for only $500 round-trip.
This offer is limited to new bookings and subject to availability.
If you would like more information on Lindblad Expeditions, please contact Worldview Travel at 855-Worldview or quote@worldviewtravel.com.
Winter Promotion at Terranea
When you just can’t take the winter weather one more day, where do you want go?
Sunshine and the beautiful shores of the Pacific?
Terranea, a lovely oceanfront resort ( located at the southern most tip of the Los Angeles Bay) is having a great promotion from now until April 1st.
Included with your reservation, you will receive:
- $100 resort credit to be used during your stay
- Daily breakfast for two at Catalina Kitchen or in-room dining ($60 max)
- One-Category Upgrade (subject to availability at check-in)
- Early check-in and Late check-out (subject to availability)
- Choice of one of the following: 2 round of golf including Club Rental, 2 Spa Day Passes or Half Day Kids Club admission for up to 2 kids.
With their stunning views, award-winning golf and natural setting, you will feel right at home at Terranea.
There is a two-night minimum stay required to receive these amenities.
If you have any questions about Terranea, please contact Worldview Travel at 855-WORLDVIEW or quote@worldviewtravel.com
Carnival Inspiration to embark out of Long Beach
3 and 4 days cruises have gained a lot of popularity in the past couple of years and now it is even easier to jump on one of the cruises from the west coast.
Carnival Cruise Lines has added year-round 3 and 4 days cruises out of Long Beach on the Carnival Inspiration. This 2, 052 passenger ship is replacing the Carnival Paradise and will cruise to Catalina and Ensenada.
The Carnival Splendor also provies 7-day sailings out of Long Beach to the Mexican Riveria.
If you have any questions about these sailings or any other cruises, please contact Worldview Travel at 855-WORLDVIEW or quote@worldviewtravel.com
