Special Interest Travel

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Ideal for those pursuing a special interest while on vacation. Immerse yourself in your favourite pastime on theme sailings which feature additional focus and special events. We have teamed up with exceptional suppliers to bring you the very best travel opportunities. Below you will find our areas of expertise that go far beyond the cruising. Contact us and we would be more than happy to narrow your searches and send you quotes and additional information.

 

 

Group Travel

We love to plan group travel whether it be multi generational family travel, special occasions, or a couples retreat. We have many services and offers that allow you to worry less about the details. We can also customize itineraries and organize incentive trips. Let us look after you!

Our Suggestions:

Our Hosted Voyage Collection
River Cruising
Ocean Cruising
Land Vacations
Beach Resorts
Villa Stays

 

Solo Travel

People who have never traveled alone often describe their first solo trip as an almost cathartic experience. To take in new surroundings unfiltered by the prejudices, tastes, or preferences of a traveling companion can be fun. Traveling alone gives you the chance to indulge yourself fully. Of course, single travel has its perils too— the dreaded single supplement. Let our agents help with your solo travels! We also suggest signing up for one of our small group hosted voyages where you can go solo but not alone.  Additionally, if we have solo travellers willing to share accommodations we can introduce you prior to travelling to see if you match.

Solo Friendly Options:

Our Hosted Voyage Collection
AMAWaterways
Contact us for more options, we often have solo promotions with other cruise lines and tour operators!

 

Music

Enjoy a focus on music with special guests, artists, musical historians, and famous locations. We specialize in classical music and opera. Check our hosted voyage page for current music themed departures. Let us know what music you like and which performance you're interested in attending and we will design the perfect music themed getaway for you.

Our Suggestions:

Danube River Cruises
Our Hosted Voyage Collection

 

Culinary 

Enjoy a range of food and wine programs along with special culinary moments. Being worldwide foodies ourselves, our hosted voyages usually contain the best local restaurants! We often invite our guests to cooking demonstrations and hands on classes.

Check out these cruiselines that take meal time to the next level:

Oceania Cruises
Regent Seven Seas
AMAWaterways
Seabourn

 

Luxury Ocean Cruising

Deluxe amenities, sumptuous surroundings and exceptional service with a more all-inclusive price tag. Flexible dining and exceptional enrichment programs.

Our Suggestion:

Regent Seven Seas

River Cruising

Think of the elegant surroundings and intimate ambience of a boutique hotel and you'll have an idea of the comfort and relaxing lifestyle of these well appointed river cruiselines. Unpacking just once is too good to pass up!

Our Suggestions:

AMAWaterways
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises

 

Yacht Sailing and Small Ships

This feels like life on your own private yacht! Tall billowing sails — brilliant blue seas — sun-drenched teak decks aboard a graceful sailing ship with excellent cuisine and all the pampering you need.

Our Suggestions:

Crystal Cruises
Silversea
Windstar
Persian Gulf, Croatia, The Seychelles

Health and Wellness

Whether you are looking for a trip that focuses on getting active or cleansing your system, we can help you with your healthy holiday. From getting fit in St. Lucia to experiencing the healing benefits of Ayurveda in India, no matter which trip you choose, you will be able to re-charge your batteries and improve your well-being.

Our Suggestions:

Avalon River Cruises: Active Discoveries 
Spas, yoga programs, nurition-friendly, detox, pilates, meditation
Wellness Retreats in South Africa, British Columbia, Arizona, St. Lucia, Bali and more

 

World Cruises and Extended Voyages

There is no other travel experience that can quite compare to a  world cruise. A remarkable array of land options reveal wonders beyond the shore. Achieve countless milestones on an epic World Cruises visiting the world’s most iconic cities and lesser known towns. Equally rewarding yet shorter, Extended Voyages combine two or more itineraries on one seamless journey. 

Our Suggestions:

Regent Seven Seas
Crystal Cruises
Oceania Cruises
Silversea
Seabourn

Cycling

 

Amazing support on meticulously planned itineraries with superb accommodations so you can be totally present enjoying your adventure. Your choice of expertly designed routes, each with detailed directions, multiple activity levels and options. Let our agents help you plan your cycling adventure.

Our Suggestions:

Tuscany by the Sea, Grand Wine Estates in Bordeaux, Heart of Provence, Loire Valley, Southern Spain, Croatia, Ancient Israel: Sea of Galilee to Old Jerusalem, Heritage and Nature of Poland, Scotland, Irresistible Ireland, California: Redwoods to Sonoma, Hawaii's Big Island, Japan: Noto Peninsula to Kyoto

 

Families with Young Children

Choosing the best cruise or resort for your family is a lot more complicated than it used to be. Some ships are better for infants than others, and ditto for teens, and not all itineraries are created equal (Alaska and Caribbean are super destinations that tend to be kid-friendly). Add to the mix the fact that ships vary greatly not just from line to line but within fleets. Onboard activities have become as important as shore excursions, if not more so. Cruise lines and resorts are creating new attractions ranging from elaborate water parks to movie matinees. Contact us to find your prefect family friendly vacation!

Our Suggestions:

Princess Cruises
Royal Caribbean
Norwegian Cruise Lines
Disney Cruise Lines & Parks
Beach Resorts

Multi-Generational Travel

We suggest these with the thought that multi-generational families are traveling in order to spend time together; when needed, there are some kids programs and facilities for younger guests. Cruises to Alaska are always a favourite!

Our Suggestions:

Crystal Cruises
AMAWaterways (some ships feature connecting staterooms and triple occupancy, Christmas Markets)
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises (select Generations Program sailings, Christmas Markets)
Holland America Line (family staterooms on some ships, supervised age-appropriate games and activities, teen area)
Villa Stays
Tauck (land journey, river cruise or small ship cruises)

 

Flexible Travel and Custom Itinerary Design

Customized travel is a lot more personal. We encourage you to get off the beaten path. We are here to give you flexibility to explore beyond the major capital cities. Our agents make it possible for you to go to small villages in Germany,  or experience a traditional festival in Spain. Need a few extra days before or after your cruise? We can do that too.

 

Rail Journeys 

For so many people, there is something undeniably romantic about the idea of train travel.  From Siberia to South Africa, Switzerland to Singapore, these are trips that will whisk you back in time, and away through some of the world's most stunning countryside.

Famous rail journeys:

Rocky Mountains in Canada, The Ghan from Adelaide to Alice Springs in Australia, The Glacier Express in Switzerland,  The Blue Train in South Africa, Trans-Siberian Railroad in Russia (Trans Manchurian or Trans Mongolian routes),   Venice Simplon-Orient Express (the train agaist which all other luxury trains are measured), Eastern and Oriental Express (Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand), Palace on Wheels in India
 

 

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